Car hires in Nanaimo, British Columbia

When hiring a car, you can expect to find that a majority of the rental car agencies in Nanaimo do not have a cancellation fee. Keep in mind that momondo does not set these cancellation policies, but we can help you find great deals on car hire in Nanaimo. Be sure to look for the Cancellation Policy when you conduct your search.

We recommend hiring an Economy car when visiting Nanaimo during the month of September. While an Economy car doesn’t handle ice and snow very well, it is an ideal car for mild temperatures and rain. In September, Nanaimo experiences temperatures averaging 9 °C and 80 mm of precipitation - ideal conditions for renting an Economy car. Hiring a Economy in Nanaimo will cost you $95/day on average.

Nanaimo’s speed limit is 60 km/h when you are driving in the city. This speed limit might also apply to surrounding towns and neighbourhoods. The suburban speed limit in Nanaimo is 110 km/h and the speed limit for motorways is 120 km/h. However, be sure to look for posted signage as these speeds may vary.

Budget is the most popular car hire company offering Toyota 4Runner hire in Nanaimo. The cost to hire the Toyota 4Runner from Budget is $26/day on average.

In August, Nanaimo usually gets 20 mm of precipitation and has an average temperature of 17 °C. This information can be very helpful when looking at hire cars in Nanaimo as it can help you make the best decision.

Travellers looking to leave from Nanaimo on a road trip around British Columbia or the surrounding areas during the month of August should expect temperatures around 16 °C and about 37.9 mm of possible rain through the month.

Prices for cars in Nanaimo refresh daily.

The number of operators available for cars in Nanaimo is 10 as of August 2025.

The minimum age for drivers varies by country, including Nanaimo. 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.

When hiring a car in Nanaimo, all drivers must present a full valid driving license. An International Driving Permit is required if the driving license is written in a language different to that of the country of rental and may be necessary to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you are hiring abroad, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We always recommend checking with the individual hire company you are booking with.