Montevideo car hires from $45

In the past 72 hours, the cheapest car hires were found at Puntacar ($45/day), Localiza ($62/day) and Thrifty ($74/day). In the last 72 hours the cheapest hire car price was found at Puntacar Ruta 101 km 19,950, Ciudad de la Costa 14000 (19 kilometres from the city centre).

Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car hire in Montevideo is Dollar (8.8, 58 reviews).

The average price of fuel in Montevideo is $11.38 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of uel costs between $136 and $182, depending on the car size.

Mini (Renault Kwid or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Montevideo.

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A Mini car hire in Montevideo costs $105 per day, on average.

An Economy car hire in Montevideo costs $97 per day, on average.

A Compact car hire in Montevideo costs $118 per day, on average.

One of the most popular options for car hire in Montevideo is the Hyundai Accent or the Volkswagen Gol, as they are cheaper and have good mileage. During the rainy season, a standard car like Volkswagen Jetta is ideal, as it can handle the weather conditions. Couples travelling together can take a minicar such as Hyundai l10 or Kia Picanto; they are comfortable and affordable. A group of people visiting Montevideo together can hire out a Chevrolet Spin or similar minivan, and it will have extra seating space and comfortable storage for all your luggage. If visiting outer areas is on your schedule, taking a Renault Duster, Hyundai Creta or similar SUV is recommended to access all terrain, especially the roads with mud or areas with mountains and steep roads. Luxury lovers can cruise in the Mercedes Benz CLA 200.

Be sure to adhere to the speed limits on the different roads in your car hire in Montevideo. The speed limit for roads in urban areas is about 45 kph, while the open roads and highways permit speeds of up to 110 kph. Always watch out for the posted road signage, as the speed limits depend on your driving route while in Montevideo.

Street parking is common in Montevideo, though the spaces are usually snatched very fast, forcing you to be quick when parking. You will encounter unofficial parking attendants directing you to a parking spot, who expect money in exchange for keeping an eye on your car or finding the spot for you. Alternatively, park at Montevideo Parking car park, which is near El Clon. Most hotels also offer free parking for their guests during their stay.