South Africa Car Hire Fleet Options

As one of the most unique holiday destinations in Africa, South Africa is the perfect destination to unwind and relax. From the lush vineyards of Paarl, Stellenbosch and Franschoek, to the popular cities of Cape Town and Johannesburg, no matter what direction you drive in, you’ll no doubt discover beauty round every corner. Auto Europe with its extensive local experience is able to provide you with amazing car hire prices. Thanks to our partnerships with many car rental suppliers you can choose a car from a large fleet of vehicles. If you are confused as to what car type to hire, then this fleet guide will summarise what you can expect from each category.

Why opt for a Mini Car Hire in South Africa If you are planning to stay within the city limits, then we would recommend hiring a Mini car for your stay. Mini cars allow comfortable seating for up to two people and can take two carry-on bags. Ideal for getting you through traffic, these cars are also easy to park and fit into small spaces. Zip around Cape Town and visit some of the best museums and nightlife spots in the country.

Popular Mini Car Hire Models: Chevrolet Spark, Datsun Go, Hyundai i10 and many more.

Why opt for an Economy Car Hire in South Africa If you are staying within the city but looking for a car which can accommodate more people, then an Economy car is what you need. With seating for up to four people and storage space for one large suitcase, these vehicles are a very economical way to get around town. Johannesburg is a great city to explore, from Nelson Mandela Bridge to Hillbrow Tower and Constitution Hall, these cars will get you there safely and securely.

Popular Economy Car Hire Models: Ford Fiesta, Suzuki Swift, VW Polo, Honda Jazz, Hyundai Accent and many more.

Why opt for a Compact Car Hire in South Africa Still within our small car category are the Compact vehicles vehicle. With all the benefits of the previous categories but with seating for five people instead, these vehicles are able to store two large bags and one small bag. The cars engines are slightly more powerful too, which will give you peace of mind when driving around town. Head a little further out and hike up Table Mountain for amazing views over the city.

Popular Compact Car Hire Models: Toyota Corolla, Ford Fiesta, Nissan Almera, Chevy Aveo and many more.

Why opt for a Mid-Size Car Hire in South Africa If you are visiting South Africa with a small family or group of friends, for added comfort we would recommend hiring a Mid-Size car. These vehicles are a great option if planning to head slightly further out of the city into local neighbourhoods. With seating capacity for five people and storage for up to three bags of various sizes, these vehicles are perfect if you are looking for extra legroom and on-road stability.

Popular Mid-Size Car Hire Models: Toyota Avanza, Toyota Quest, Audi A3, Ford Tourneo, Mitsubishi ASX, Toyota RAV 4, Toyota HiLux and many more.

Why opt for a Family Size Car Hire in South Africa For larger families who value comfort during their trips, our Family Size vehicles provide ample comfort and a large boot space to store two large and two smaller bags. With seating for up to five people with plenty of legroom, the car’s backseat is ideal if travelling with kids. With their powerful engines, these cars will take you securely and safely into the countryside to learn all about South African wine.

Popular Family Size Car Hire Models: Volvo S60, Audi A4, Toyota HiLux, BMW 320i F30, Mercedes C Class, Ford Ranger, Toyota Fortuner, Ford Ranger, BMW 3 Series and many more.

Why opt for a Luxury Car Hire in the South Africa Visiting on business and looking to make an impression? Then consider hiring a Luxury car to make that all-important impression. With an abundance of on-board gadgets and features, these cars are very glamorous inside and out. With seating for five people and storage for up to two large suitcases, a Luxury car is the ideal form of transport during your South African business trip.

Popular luxury Car Hire Models: BMW 3 Series, Mercedes C Class, Mercedes E Class, Ford Ranger and many more.

Why opt for a Convertible Car Hire in the South Africa With its great weather, South Africa is the perfect country to hire a Convertible car. Depending on the car model, you are able to seat up to five people with plenty of storage room for your entire luggage. Another very popular choice for those travelling on business, these cars are very stylish and a joy to drive around town.

Popular Convertible Car Hire Models: VW Beetle Cabrio, Peugeot 308 Cabrio, Opel Astra Cabrio and many more.

Why opt for an SUV Car Hire in the South Africa Thinking of heading into the South African wilderness and experiencing much of its wildlife firsthand? Then consider hiring an SUV and enjoy much of the country’s rural settings. With seating for five people and storage for three large and two small suitcases, these vehicles are amazing on uneven roads. Join a safari group and see elephants, zebras and lions in their natural habitat.

Popular SUV Car Hire Models: Mitsubishi, ASX, Toyota HiLux, Toyota Rav 4, Toyota Fortuner, Ford Ranger and many more.

Why opt for Van Hire in the South Africa With seating for up to ten people, hiring a Van in South Africa is perfect when travelling with large groups. Ideally suited to those attending conferences or sporting events, these Vans will easily store all your equipment and baggage. They are a much better alternative to using expensive local public transport and much more reliable.

Popular Van Car Hire Models: Toyota Quantum and many more.