Taiwan car rentals
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Cheap car hire in Taiwan
| Economy | $80/day |
| Compact | $70/day |
| Intermediate | $158/day |
| Passenger van | $166/day |
| Compact estate car | $148/day |
| Compact SUV | $228/day |
Top tips for hiring a car in Taiwan
- Travelers who wish to explore beyond the cities would do well to rent a car in Taiwan. While urban driving here is not for everyone, rural roads are more relaxed and allow visitors to access otherwise hard-to-reach sites. Popular destinations to visit with a rental car include the Taroko National Park, Sun Moon Lake, Alishan, and the Quinghui Cliffs. Highway 11 is a popular route that allows drivers to take in the scenic East Coast.
- Urban roads can be extremely narrow and parking rules unclear, so when looking for a spot to leave your rental car, it is wise to use a designated paid parking lot. Expect to pay around 30-40 TWD (0.95-1.25 USD) per hour in urban areas, with many garages offering daily fees as well.
- The law in Taiwan states that children under four must be placed in an appropriate booster seat, while those ages four to 12 have to wear seatbelts and must never be seated in the front of the vehicle. Rental agencies can provide age-appropriate child seats for an additional fee, such as Avis, which charges 120 TWD (3.80 USD) per day.
- Anyone who wishes to rent a car in Taiwan, particularly for travel outside urban areas, would do well to study a local road sign guide and perhaps learn to recognize a few characters of Mandarin. Major place names, however, are usually also written in English, and most GPS devices will come with multilingual options.
- 25% of our users found rental cars in Taiwan for $160 or less
- Book your rental car in Taiwan at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Off-airport rental car locations in Taiwan are around 38% cheaper than airport locations on average
- Economy rental cars in Taiwan are around 32% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about hiring a car in Taiwan
How much does it cost to hire a car in Taiwan?
On average a car hire in Taiwan costs $142 per day.
What is the most popular car hire in Taiwan?
Economy (Ford Fiesta or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Taiwan.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Taiwan?
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest car hires were found at CARBOOKING ($70/day), Hertz ($128/day) and Budget ($166/day).
How can I find car hires near me in Taiwan?
Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.
Where should I hire a car in Taiwan?
Based on car searches on KAYAK, the most popular cities to hire a car in Taiwan are Taipei City (54% of total searches of users looking to hire a car in Taiwan) and Kaohsiung City (8%).
How much does it cost to hire a car for a week in Taiwan?
On average a car hire in Taiwan costs $1,123 per week ($160 per day).
How much does it cost to hire a car long term for a month in Taiwan?
On average a car hire in Taiwan costs $4,812 per month ($160 per day).
What is driving like in Taiwan?
It is recommended that you be a more experienced driver if you’re going to rent a car in Taiwan, as traffic here—especially in the cities—can be rather chaotic. Driving is on the right, roads are well maintained, and traffic is considerably quieter in rural areas. Highways operate on an automatic toll system, which deducts approx. 40 TWD (1.25 USD) from the driver’s credit card each time the car passes a toll sensor, or it charges the rental agency for later payment.
How old do you have to be to hire a car in Taiwan?
To rent a car in Taiwan, most rental agencies, like Avis and Budget, require the driver to be at least 20 years old and to have held a valid driver’s license for at least one year. It is mandatory to present a passport, a domestic driver’s license, and an International Driver’s Permit (IDP) in order to rent a car in Taiwan.
How much does petrol cost in Taiwan?
Most petrol stations in Taiwan are not self-service, with pump attendants who will fill the car for you. Credit cards are accepted in most stations. Fueling opportunities can be rare in rural areas, so when driving outside cities, it is advised to fill up at every station. Fuel is relatively inexpensive, a liter of petrol costing around NT$30 ($0.95) and a liter of diesel (less common) around 27 TWD (0.85 USD). Per gallon, that is 3.59 USD for unleaded petrol and 3.21 USD for diesel.
What are the speed limits in Taiwan?
Speed cameras are common in Taiwan and fines for traffic offenses, including speeding, usually very high. The urban speed limit is usually 40 km/h (25 mph), while in rural areas, drivers may travel at 80 km/h (50 mph). Highways mostly have an upper limit of 100-110 km/h (62-68 mph). When driving in rural areas, particularly in mountainous regions, speed limits may be lower, and signs should be observed carefully.
Car rental directory
CarPlus car hire locations in Taiwan
52 Locations
Chailease car hire locations in Taiwan
47 Locations
Hertz car hire locations in Taiwan
41 Locations
Avis car hire locations in Taiwan
37 Locations
Fortune HS Leasing (匯豐協新租車) car hire locations in Taiwan
33 Locations
Budget car hire locations in Taiwan
32 Locations
IWS car hire locations in Taiwan
26 Locations
Dollar car hire locations in Taiwan
25 Locations
Thrifty car hire locations in Taiwan
25 Locations
Pony Rent-a-Car car hire locations in Taiwan
19 Locations
Good Car Rental car hire locations in Taiwan
17 Locations
CHIH-HANG Car Rental car hire locations in Taiwan
14 Locations
Good to know
Most popular agency | CHIH-HANG Car Rental |
|---|---|
Most popular car type | Economy |
Average price | $160/day |
Good deal | $160/day |