Salvador car hires from $55

If you’re not used to manual transmission, make sure you book an automatic vehicle in advance. If you’re just driving in and around Salvador, a mid-size economy car will be enough for your needs. If you’re traveling longer journeys across Bahia, get a car with good fuel efficiency that offers enough comfort and space.

The speed limit in urban areas across Brazil is usually 60 km/h (37 mph), but it may be as low as 30 km/h (19 mph) in certain residential areas. Unpaved roads have a speed limit of 60 km/h (37 mph) and highways in urban areas observe a limit of 80 km/h (50 mph). Highways in rural areas allow you to drive at a maximum of 110 km/h (68 mph).

If you’re renting a car in Salvador but don’t plan on driving around the city that much, it’s best to find accommodation that offers parking. Street parking is paid between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m., Monday to Friday, and on Saturdays from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Rates start at $0.80 per hour, but prices are lower if you stay for longer. You can also leave your car at one of the many parking lots near the center.

On average a rental car in Salvador costs $37 per day.

The average price of fuel in Salvador is $7.53 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of uel costs between $90 and $120, depending on the car size.

Economy (Fiat Mobi or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Salvador.

The only car hire company onsite at Luis E. Magalhaes airport is MOVIDA.

The only car hire company that offers shuttle or pick-up services from Luis E. Magalhaes airport to off-airport locations is MOVIDA.

Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.

An Economy car hire in Salvador costs $41 per day, on average.

A Standard car hire in Salvador costs $124 per day, on average.

A Mini car hire in Salvador costs $37 per day, on average.

In Salvador, cars are most frequently rented at MOVIDA Praça Gago Coutinho (21 km from city centre ).