Car rentals in Centro, Rio de Janeiro

In the past week, our users have found Centro car rental prices for as low as C$ 30/day and as high as C$ 213/day, which is a 86% price difference. Keep in mind that the average price to rent a car in Centro is C$ 73/day, which can change depending on what type of car you rent and what agency you rent it from.

The cheapest rental car company in Centro is Localiza. In the past 72 hours, momondo users have found rental prices as low as C$ 29/day from Localiza.

SUV cars are the preferred type of car to rent while visiting Centro. This is a popular car type among drivers thanks to its value at an average rental price of C$ 80 per day. While 67% of momondo users settled on this type of car, you can always choose a different one based on your needs.

Jardim Guanabara and Santa Cruz are the cheapest neighbourhoods to rent a car in Rio de Janeiro. We found that FOCO is the cheapest rental car company in Jardim Guanabara with an average cost of C$ 19/day. Enterprise Rent-A-Car is the most affordable rental company in Santa Cruz with prices averaging C$ 21/day.

2 days is the most popular length of time momondo users will rent a car for in Centro. Renting a car for 2 days will cost C$ 54/day on average. If you decide to stay and rent a car in Centro for 1 week then prices will be around C$ 423, and many of our users tend to opt for weekend rentals which cost C$ 144 in total on average. If it’s a longer road trip you’re after, you can also rent a car for one month in Centro, at a total average cost of C$ 1,429.

The best time to rent a car in Centro is during the month of January, when prices are at their cheapest for the year. If you book 79+ days ahead of your pick-up date, you will often find prices averaging C$ 30 per day. The most expensive month to rent a car in Centro is August, at C$ 66 per day. However, you might be able to find a better deal depending on what agency you rent from and what type of car you choose.

Prices for cars in Centro were last updated today.

As of September 2025, there are 13 operators available to choose from for cars in Centro.

Age requirements for drivers vary depending on the country, including Centro. In several EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. Generally, to rent a car overseas, you must be at least 21 years old, and if you're under 25, you may be charged a young driver surcharge. It's recommended that you review the policy of your preferred rental company before booking.

To rent a car in Centro, all drivers must have a valid full driving license. If the license is written in a language other than the language of the country of rental, an International Driving Permit may be required to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you're renting a car abroad, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We recommend that you verify with the specific rental company you're booking with.