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What is the cheapest car hire agency in Canada?
The cheapest rental cars in Canada are generally found through Routes Car & Truck Rentals. When booking with Routes Car & Truck Rentals, you may be able to find car hire prices for as low as $21/day, depending on the city you intend to visit. In comparison, the average price to hire a car in Canada is $74/day.
What is the most popular car hire agency in Canada?
Thrifty is currently the most popular car hire company in Canada, with 41% of users selecting their services in the past month. Thrifty is also popular due to their 634 reviews and average customer satisfaction score of 7.5 out of 10. Keep in mind that your destination within Canada might not have any Thrifty car hire locations, so you should always have a backup agency in mind.
What car hire company in Canada has the most locations?
Enterprise Rent-A-Car is the car hire company in Canada that currently has the most locations. With 582 car hire centres across the country, you should have no issue finding one of their locations at your destination. Enterprise Rent-A-Car tends to have locations in the top must-see cities across Canada. Vancouver, for example, has 7 Enterprise Rent-A-Car locations.
What is the most popular type of car to hire in Canada?
When it comes to hiring a car in Canada, travellers prefer to rent a Intermediate. In fact, 36% of our momondo users rented this type of car in the past 30 days and paid an average of $98 per day.
Canada car hire deals found on momondo
Find the car hire in Canada that's right for you
Small cars
$58 - $130
All Car Types
$79 - $146
The average price of a small car hire in Canada is $81. The cheapest time to hire a small car in Canada is in February. The price is 30% lower than the rest of the year at just $58 per day. A small car rental is typically 20% less expensive than the average rental car in Canada. The average price of a vehicle hire in Canada can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for Canada small car hire found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a medium car hire in Canada is $92. The cheapest time to hire a medium car in Canada is in December. The price is 30% lower than the rest of the year at just $65 per day. A medium car rental is typically 10% less expensive than the average rental car in Canada. The average price of a vehicle hire in Canada can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for Canada medium car hire found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a large car hire in Canada is $115. The cheapest time to hire a large car in Canada is in November. The price is 32% lower than the rest of the year at just $79 per day. A large car rental is typically 13% more expensive than the average rental car in Canada. The average price of a vehicle hire in Canada can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for Canada large car hire found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a SUV hire in Canada is $99. The cheapest time to hire a SUV in Canada is in February. The price is 32% lower than the rest of the year at just $68 per day. A SUV rental is typically 3% less expensive than the average rental car in Canada. The average price of a vehicle hire in Canada can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for Canada SUV hire found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a van hire in Canada is $143. The cheapest time to hire a van in Canada is in January. The price is 30% lower than the rest of the year at just $101 per day. A van rental is typically 29% more expensive than the average rental car in Canada. The average price of a vehicle hire in Canada can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for Canada van hire found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a pickup truck hire in Canada is $112. The cheapest time to hire a pickup truck in Canada is in April. The price is 42% lower than the rest of the year at just $65 per day. A pickup truck rental is typically 9% more expensive than the average rental car in Canada. The average price of a vehicle hire in Canada can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for Canada pickup truck hire found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a luxury car hire in Canada is $114. The cheapest time to hire a luxury car in Canada is in April. The price is 36% lower than the rest of the year at just $74 per day. A luxury car rental is typically 11% more expensive than the average rental car in Canada. The average price of a vehicle hire in Canada can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for Canada luxury car hire found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a convertible hire in Canada is $88. The cheapest time to hire a convertible in Canada is in September. The price is 7% lower than the rest of the year at just $95 per day. A convertible rental is typically 14% less expensive than the average rental car in Canada. The average price of a vehicle hire in Canada can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire.
We didn’t have a reservation. Enterprise called us before we arrived to pick up the car to say that they couldn’t understand how our reservation was made since they were totally sold out. Our experience with them was great even though we did not rent a car with them.
10.0
Wonderful|Aug 2025
Car was great, clean and super comfortable. The price I got online was 139$ and when I got there they told me to pay 240$ that was the only issue, other than that staff was friendly and customer service is on point. When I dropped off the car, a guy name osama I believe checked the car and he was very friendly and nice guy, thank you
2.0
Poor|July 2025
Let us book the car then turned up and they said they had no cars available
6.0
Okay|Dec 2024
It was easy to pick up car drove smooth
10.0
Wonderful|July 2024
Excellent car condition and service. Totally hassle-free
2.0
Poor|Jan 2024
Awful experience - reserved on Kayak and went to pick up and was told “those reservations don’t count”
Staff were excellent and very patient. There was a longer que than expected but the staff were professional and worked through it within 30minutes. Overall easy pickup, signing of docs and drop off. 10/10
2.0
Poor|Sept 2024
Nothing it was my worst nightmare ever
2.0
Poor|June 2024
Increased the price without notifying me. Very awful and fraudulent
Excellent service super easy very fast the customer service amazing from both locations in london .thanks very much definitely full recommended.
10.0
Wonderful|Sept 2023
Pick up was faultless - easy to find at terminal 3 Toronto, and also return was easy to find, park and hand over car. Reported a few issues with the car to ensure the next person didn't have same problems - basically wiper needed renewing and service!, otherwise all good! Staff were helpful and curtious.. 10 out of 10!
6.0
Okay|Sept 2023
Understaffed at counter
2.0
Poor|Sept 2023
Closed and no car available, had to Uber and then book a new car with a different rental agency the next day.
10.0
Wonderful|Sept 2023
Car still had chezzies in back seat, overall very good.
10.0
Wonderful|Sept 2023
The gal that helped us (I believe her name was Amy) was fantastic to deal with and made certain we were in the most comfortable vehicle for our party. She also made some excellent recommendations for things to do in the area.
Was very pleased with the rental, I would recommend it to anyone! Thanks again.
6.0
Okay|July 2025
The drop off was great! The pick up was terrible. The employee at the counter was complaining about Immigrants and liberals. First, he himself is an immigrant ( maybe from India?) who said HE came to Canada at college age ( somehow he is entitled) and now that he is in, he wants to pull the ladder for anyone else to come to Canada. I guess the fact that I am a blonde, fair skinned person made him think I am a racist. Completely turned me off. What a hypocrite. I guess the irony went over his head.
10.0
Wonderful|Oct 2024
The pick up was fast, and the drop off was easy. The car was clean, and comfortable. The only little thing is that we didn’t have winter tires in end October and we had snow on our way. Otherwise, everything was perfect.
10.0
Wonderful|Jan 2024
Great. Return was easy.
8.0
Very Good|Sept 2023
Very good costumer serevce
2.0
Poor|Sept 2023
Very bad experience. I rented a car and a got a confirmation but when I went to pick it up, tge representative is telling me that there is no car.
I had a little misunderstanding with refilling the gas but it was sorted out easily and I had a great experience with the National employees! Thank you so much
2.0
Poor|Sept 2023
Made two reservations, neither were honoured. Attendant was rude and very unhelpful, I’m disgusted on how I was treated and will never rent there again.
10.0
Wonderful|Sept 2023
Great staff at pickup. Highly recommend halifax
8.0
Very Good|Sept 2023
Good pick up and drop off. Would have liked an unlimited mileage option
I booked a dodge challenger but given a ford escape. The ford interior had not been vacuumed and had dirt and food debris in the console/gear shift. The exterior of the vehicle had not been washed and the windshield was covered with dead bugs. However, the drop-off at Toronto Pearson Airport was smooth and efficient
2.0
Poor|Sept 2023
Service should be better
10.0
Wonderful|Sept 2023
Excellent service, great rate and a clean car
4.0
Mediocre|Sept 2023
The car was dirty and we didn’t get what we as for
Car was dirty, smelled like smoke and had unreported damage.
10.0
Wonderful|May 2025
Drop off took a while as there was only one staff member working. He did apologize and was working as quickly as he could.
8.0
Very Good|Nov 2024
I would like a vehicle with the licence plate that’s same as province I’m in
4.0
Mediocre|July 2024
The frond desk employees were not a pleasure to deal with. The person who handled the pick-up was distracted and when I ask for clarification on something, he was arrogant and dismissive. When we had a problem during our trip, the employee who answered the phone showed no compassion or interest in our situation and did not handle the situation professionally. He even gave very unsound advice. I ended up contacting the manager who thankfully was very supportive, listened to our concerns and was overall exceptional in her customer service! Unfortunately, the front desk people are the first and last interactions that customers have. I will probably not rent with Thrifty again.
10.0
Wonderful|Oct 2023
It was fast service, front desk was friendly and very helpful. Vehicle was already ready and cleaned.
2.0
Poor|Sept 2023
Pick up was a mess. Drop off was great! They don't answer the phone.
It was a great deal compared to other rentals the agent was very friendly and exceptional.
10.0
Wonderful|May 2025
N/A
2.0
Poor|Dec 2023
I paid for what they advertised as an Audi A4 or similar. I get to the airport and they said their equivalent is a Chrysler 300 or Dodge Charger. So basically it as a straight up lie. I’m sorry but an equivalent vehicle would’ve been a Mercedes or BMW. My car didn’t even have leather. What a joke. Never renting from this company again and will be writing a Google review to warn others as well.
10.0
Wonderful|Oct 2023
They were very professional and friendly. I’d rent from them again.
8.0
Very Good|Aug 2023
Good car, nice upgrade. Had to wait a long time for the pick up
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Car hire in Canada
Learn everything there is to know about hiring a car in Canada so you can be properly prepared for your next trip
What side of the road do people in Canada drive on?
In Canada, drivers are required to drive on the right at all times. Not doing so can result in traffic violation tickets.
How good are the roads in Canada?
As of 2019, Canada ranked 26 out of 137 countries for road quality. Canada received a road quality score of 5.2, which is based on a scale of 1 to 7, with 7 being the best possible score.
What is the drink driving limit in Canada?
0.05% is the maximum Blood Alcohol Concentration you can have to legally drive a car in Canada. Both residents and visitors of Canada can face legal penalties for having a BAC higher than this amount. The legal age to drink in Canada is dependent on what region you visit within the country, so be sure to check before you make plans to travel.
How much does petrol cost in Canada?
On average, you can expect to pay $1.61 per litre for petrol in Canada. Keep in mind that this is last week’s national average price and petrol prices may vary across the country. If you aren’t set on hiring a car in Canada, then consider Kuwait. Petrol prices there are some of the cheapest in the world at $0.51 per litre as of last week. Hong Kong is another great place to visit and rent a car, but keep in mind that petrol prices can be expensive at around $5.56 per litre.
When did momondo last update prices for cars in Canada?
Prices for cars in Canada refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for cars in Canada?
There are 2,702 operators available for cars in Canada as of January 2026.
How old do you have to be to hire a car in Canada?
The minimum age for drivers varies by country, including Canada. In numerous EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. To hire a car overseas, you'll generally need to be at least 21, and if you're under 25, a young driver surcharge may be applied. We advise that you read the policy of your chosen hire company before making a reservation.
What documentation or ID do you need to hire a car in Canada?
To hire a car in Canada, all drivers must present a valid full driving license. If the license is written in a language other than the language of the country of hire, an International Driving Permit may be required to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you're hiring a car abroad, you may also need to provide evidence of your return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We always recommend that you verify with the specific hire company you're booking with.
Why use momondo?
Why should I use momondo to book a car hire in Canada?
Booking a car hire in Canada via momondo could save you time and money. momondo provides you with a wide selection of options and cars as we search thousands of car hire websites and locations to enable you to make the best choice for your trip.
How does momondo help me find the best car hire deal in Canada?
momondo makes it easier for you to find great car hire in Canada, by allowing you to refine your search with numerous filtering options. You can narrow your selection by looking at price, car type, location and more.
Does momondo show car hire deals in Canada with free cancellation?
Yes you can filter specifically for car hire companies in Canada offering free cancellation on momondo.
Can I hire a car with a fair fuel policy in Canada on momondo?
Yes, momondo has a filter for fair fuel policies on car hire in Canada.
Can I find a car hire in Canada which offers enhanced cleaning on momondo?
You can specifically filter for enhanced cleaning on car hire in Canada on momondo.
Can I search for car hire in Canada with unlimited mileage on momondo?
momondo offers a filter specifically for unlimited mileage on car hire in Canada.
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