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What car hire company in Chile has the most locations?
If you plan on travelling to Chile and hiring a car, then keep in mind that keddy by Europcar is the car hire agency with the most locations. You are likely to find one of their 53 country-wide locations either at your destination airport or somewhere in the city centre. Not sure what city you want to visit but know that you want to hire a car from keddy by Europcar? Santiago is the most popular city to visit in Chile, with 9 keddy by Europcar car hire locations.
What is the most popular type of car to hire in Chile?
There are plenty of different types of cars to choose from, but when it comes to visiting Chile, the most popular type to hire is a Compact. An estimated 50% of our users chose a Compact in the past 30 days and paid on average €40 per day for their rental. Keep in mind that you are more than welcome to select a different type of car based on your budget, your planned activities, and the weather.
Chile car hire deals found on momondo
Find the car hire in Chile that's right for you
Small cars
€22 - €60
All Car Types
€23 - €66
The average price of a small car hire in Chile is €34. The cheapest time to hire a small car in Chile is in February. The price is 36% lower than the rest of the year at just €22 per day. A small car rental is typically 25% less expensive than the average rental car in Chile. The average price of a car hire in Chile can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for Chile small car hire found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a medium car hire in Chile is €25. The cheapest time to hire a medium car in Chile is in February. The price is 4% lower than the rest of the year at just €24 per day. A medium car rental is typically 45% less expensive than the average rental car in Chile. The average price of a car hire in Chile can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for Chile medium car hire found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a large car hire in Chile is €36. The cheapest time to hire a large car in Chile is in January. The price is 24% lower than the rest of the year at just €46 per day. A large car rental is typically 18% less expensive than the average rental car in Chile. The average price of a car hire in Chile can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire.
The average price of a SUV hire in Chile is €43. The cheapest time to hire a SUV in Chile is in September. The price is 41% lower than the rest of the year at just €26 per day. A SUV rental is typically 3% less expensive than the average rental car in Chile. The average price of a car hire in Chile can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for Chile SUV hire found on momondo in the past week.
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Poor|Mar 2023
Even though our booking through Kayak included fees and taxes, the Hertz location in Santiago added >$100 of additional fees. Additionally, when calculating what we owed, they converted the USD amount into Chilean Pesos using a currency exchange rate that was ~15% higher than the currency exchange rate at the time. They wouldn't just run our card in the peso amount. When we brought it up, they said it was the corporate policy/rate. The one redeeming thing about that Hertz location was that the drivers who pick up and drop off from the airport were incredibly nice and helpful. We travel to and from the Santiago airport a couple times a year and we will never use that Hertz location again.
10.0
Wonderful|Feb 2023
Good employees and nice car. Office is in an underground garage with not easy to see signage so a bit difficult to find. Very pleasant lack of upsell pitches as typical in US.
4.0
Mediocre|Jan 2023
Difficult to locate, not on standard rental shuttle circuit. Looked for Hertz attendant at arrivals per instructions, we missed each other. More explicit instructions, like meet at exit of door 12 on terminal 2, or take the “ok parking” shuttle to an exact address would be preferred.
The car provided was bad and it stopped in the middle of the road
2.0
Poor|Apr 2023
This was one of the worst car rentals I have ever experienced. When I went to pick it up they required more documentation than I felt was necessary. I had to get a taxi back to my hotel and back to the rental car company. As I was filling out the paperwork I saw them messing with the tailgate which was having a hard time closing. Then was told that I couldn't drop off the car before the branch opened (my buss left at 7:30 and they open at 9;00 AM) after a few phone calls I can drop it off early but for an additional $50 (USD). I don't have many options so I had to agree. Then I get the car and it is not only dirty but there is gooey unknown substances all over the back seat. after a few minutes on the road (after being ensured the tailgate was fixed) the door open charm starts in. The tailgate gave me problems the entire time I had the car. Upon drop off I asked for a ride to the bus station, about 2 miles away. (since I paid $50 to drop off early) they called a cab and had me wait outside. I will never rent from this company again.
10.0
Wonderful|Mar 2023
Our SUV was great! It was clean, and we were very comfortable. It held five passengers and our bags. Gas mileage was great and there were absolutely no problems with any aspect of the rental.
10.0
Wonderful|Mar 2023
I had a few questions at drop-off but couldn't get them answered because no one was at the desk.
8.0
Very Good|Mar 2023
I hated the car Tiogga Chery. Big clunker. The welcome message video/music that played every time I opened the door got extremely tedious. Can't that be turned off? The car itself has badly designed software. For example the back trunk door would open at random times when I was driving! This happened twice. I would have to stop the car to make it close. Inconvenient and a danger since I could have lost items out the back. Additionally, it was annoying to have the car unlock every time I got near it and then when I would go to the front of the car it would promptly lock again. Why not give me control over when I want to unlock the car? It is a decision any human is capable of making. Many of the controls were obscure. Overall, the car was ridiculous in its design software. The people who did the car rental were excellent.
I was not informed that in the town where I was to pick up the car there is no such thing as Ace car rental. I spent 2 frustrating hours in the airport in puerto Montt before figuring out that Ace is Known by another name. 😠
Otherwise a good experience but there was no chance to get an insurance with zero deductible amount. That made the experience a bit stressful since all the damage (including those caused by someone else) would have been charged from us up to a few thousand euros.
2.0
Poor|May 2023
the car offered wasn't the one or similar ending renting from another company
10.0
Wonderful|Feb 2023
Staff very helpful
10.0
Wonderful|Feb 2023
would have liked a newer model vehicle. Agent was really friendly and helpful offering local information. Within walking distance from cruise ship.
8.0
Very Good|Feb 2023
The statements in the reservation system that you can pick up and drop off the car at the airport in Punta Arenas is false advertising. Avis (EMSA) does not have a counter at the airport. You have to find someone who knows this at the airport and then call Avis in el centro 30 minutes away. Then they will send a free taxi to pick you up and bring you to the office in town, so plan on an extra hour. You cannot pickup or drop off a car at the airport. Otherwise, the service was friendly and efficient and the are cars new.
2.0
Poor|Jan 2023
Good: The front desk staff helped as I picked up the car a day later than was previously scheduled. They were very helpful but it took a very long time. Bad: I returned the car after being on the coast. At the end of the drive back, the car had some residual sand/dust on it. The guy who checked in the car charged me $30,000 CLP for "cleanup". It was unjustified in my opinion.
Everything was ok, until our rental broke down due to electrical problem and stopped on a busy street. We waited for more than 3 hours for the tow truck to take the car and another 2 hours+ plus call back to the USA for the replacement car due to language problem. We ended up not pick up the replacement because it’s on the other side of the town and op for refund. In all fairness the local car rental company do whatever in their power to smooth down the situation but not effective.
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Car hire in Chile
Learn everything there is to know about hiring a car in Chile so you can be properly prepared for your next trip
What side of the road do people in Chile drive on?
In Chile, drivers are required to drive on the right at all times. Not doing so can result in traffic violation tickets.
How good are the roads in Chile?
Out of 137 countries, Chile ranked 35 for road quality. On a scale of 1 to 7, where 7 is the highest score, Chile scored 4.9 for their road quality. The quality of the roads within the country may vary based on where you visit and the weather.
What is the drink driving limit in Chile?
0.03% is the legal BAC limit in Chile. Any higher and you will be considered driving under the influence and may receive monetary fines, licence restrictions, and other penalties. Keep in mind that you must also be at least 18 years of age to consume alcoholic beverages, and it is not recommended to operate a motor vehicle under the influence.
How much does petrol cost in Chile?
On average, the price of petrol last week in Chile was €1.17 per litre. According to our data, Chile has neither the most expensive nor the cheapest petrol prices in the world. Kuwait currently has the least expensive at €0.30 per litre, while Hong Kong has the most expensive at €3.07 per litre. Keep in mind that petrol prices change regularly and may be different during your travel dates.
When did momondo last update prices for cars in Chile?
Prices for cars in Chile are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for cars in Chile?
There are 682 operators available for cars in Chile as of July 2025.
How old do you have to be to hire a car in Chile?
Among different countries, including Chile, the minimum age for drivers varies. In numerous EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. To hire a car overseas, you'll generally need to be at least 21, and if you're under 25, a young driver surcharge may be imposed. It's recommended that you review the policy of the hire company you're considering before booking.
What documentation or ID do you need to hire a car in Chile?
All drivers must have a valid full driving license when hiring a car in Chile. If the license is written in a different language from the country of hire, an International Driving Permit may be required to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you're hiring a car overseas, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. It is always advisable to check with the individual hire company you're booking with.
Why use momondo?
Why should I use momondo to book a car hire in Chile?
Choosing momondo to search for car hire in Chile makes sense because it is quick and free of charge. We find all the rental car hire prices and policies, you simply choose what works best for you and your trip.
How does momondo help me find the best car hire deal in Chile?
Once you have performed a search for a car hire in Chile, momondo will show the results and enable you to find the best deal by using our filters; here you can narrow your search down by vehicle type, price, agencies and a multitude of policies that can apply.
Does momondo show car hire deals in Chile with free cancellation?
Yes, whether it is for cars in Chile or elsewhere, momondo allows you to filter specifically for policies that offer free cancellation.
Can I hire a car with a fair fuel policy in Chile on momondo?
Fair fuel policies are specifically available to select on momondo, allowing you to refine your search for car hire in Chile.
Can I find a car hire in Chile which offers enhanced cleaning on momondo?
You can specifically filter for enhanced cleaning on car hire in Chile on momondo.
Can I search for car hire in Chile with unlimited mileage on momondo?
Unlimited mileage is indeed an option momondo offers on car hire in Chile.
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