Thrifty Car Rental South Africa – As Thrifty as You Are.

A trusted name in both business and leisure car rentals, Thrifty offers a national footprint with branches at major airports and key city centres. Their fleet of over 11,500 vehicles ranges from compact city cars and sedans to 4×4s, luxury vehicles, panel vans, and commercial double-cabs—ensuring the right vehicle for every traveller.

 Thrifty now operates more than 4,000 sites worldwide in partnership with parent company Hertz and sister company Dollar Car Rental.

Thrifty is committed to modern, reliable vehicles, updating its fleet annually. Whether you’re travelling for work or leisure, Thrifty delivers convenience, flexibility, and value—perfectly aligned with Carhire.co.za’s mission to provide best-in-class rental options.

Why rent with Thrifty

  • Flexible Payment Options: Accepts major credit cards and selected debit/cheque cards, with deposits and partial payments often available.

  • Wide Range of Vehicles: From economy models to luxury SUVs, catering to both budget-conscious and premium travellers.

  • Convenient Locations: Branches at major airports and city centres with easy pick-up and return.

  • Rental Period Flexibility: Daily, weekly, or monthly rentals to suit your schedule.

  • Comprehensive Coverage: Super Cover Waiver, Super Damage Waiver, and 24-hour roadside assistance included.

  • All-Inclusive Rates: Airport surcharges, 15% VAT, and tourism levies included in quoted prices.

Whether you’re saving like a boss on business trips or planning your next adventure, Thrifty ensures reliable, convenient, and value-driven rentals every time.

Our car rental vehicles and prices at a glance

CAR RENTAL KIA PICANTO CAR HIRE

Suzuki

Swift

(or similar Cat. MDMR– Manual)
OR Tambo Int – OR Tambo Int

2 Days: Est. R 559.00 p/d

5 Days: Est. R 479.00 p/d

10 Days: Est. R 425.00 p/d

Super Waiver Excess: R4,000.00

*Above prices are estimates – please book now to get the latest up to date pricing.

CAR HIRE TOYOTA COROLLA CROSS RENTAL

Toyota Corolla

Cross

(or similar Cat. SFAR – Automatic)
P.E. Int – P.E. Int

2 Days: Est. R 1,886.00 p/d

5 Days: Est. R 1,740.00 p/d

10 Days: Est. R 1,699.00 p/d

Super Waiver Excess: R9,000.00

*Above prices are estimates – please book now to get the latest up to date pricing.

TOYOTA HILUX DC CAR RENTAL

Toyota Hilux

DC 4×4

(or similar Cat. W – Manual)
King Shaka Int – King Shaka Int

2 Days: Est. R 2,525.00 p/d

5 Days: Est. R 2,005.00 p/d

10 Days: Est. R 1,951.00 p/d

Super Waiver Excess: R12,000.00

*Above prices are estimates – please book now to get the latest up to date pricing.

CAR RENTAL MERCEDES C CLASS CAR HIRE

Toyota

Rumion

(or similar Group IVMR – Manual)
Cape Town Int – Cape Town Int

2 Days: Est. R 1,532.00 p/d

5 Days: Est. R 1,358.00 p/d

10 Days: Est. R 1,214.00 p/d

Super Waiver Excess: R6,000.00

*Above prices are estimates – please book now to get the latest up to date pricing.