Q: What's the best car hire company in Uruguay?

The highest-rated car hire company in Uruguay is Europcar , rated 4.8/5 from 1 reviews. Europcar car hire costs an average of £87 per day in Uruguay. Here are some of the other top rated car hire companies in Uruguay. We've also included their average daily prices to help you compare options. Interrent Car Hire 4.8/5 (from 1 reviews) Average daily price: £57 Avis 4.7/5 (from 1 reviews) Average daily price: £59

Question 1

What documents do I need to hire a car in Uruguay?

Accepted Answer

The types of documents you’ll need to rent a car in Uruguay depend on the car rental company you go with. But in general, you will need a valid drivers license, ID and passport. Once you’ve booked car hire in Uruguay, you can easily get in touch with your chosen provider to find out.

Question 2

How do I hire a car in Uruguay?

Accepted Answer

It’s easy to hire a car in Uruguay. First, you need to decide where in Uruguay you want to pick up your car from.

Once you’ve decided where you want to go, simply enter your dates and search for the best deal for you. Once you’ve found your deal, you’ll be redirected to the provider to book with no extra fees.

Question 3

Can I rent a car in Uruguay long term?

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You can rent a car for as long as you like, depending on availability. If you know what dates you’re needing wheels for, start searching with Skyscanner today.

Question 4

Is it expensive to hire a car in Uruguay?

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It depends where in Uruguay you want to visit. The most popular place to go is Montevideo. On average, it costs £61 per day to rent a car there. The cheapest price we could find is £13 per day.

Question 5

Do I need extra insurance to rent a car in Uruguay?

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Most car hire deals in Uruguay include basic insurance cover. You don’t need to add excess insurance, but it’s worth thinking about.

In Uruguay, the excess (what you pay if the car gets damaged or stolen) ranges from £701 to £2,994, depending on who you book with. Excess insurance prices in Uruguay also vary by company.

You can buy excess insurance separately, which is usually cheaper than buying it through the car hire company.

Question 6

What's the best car hire company in Uruguay?

Accepted Answer

The highest-rated car hire company in Uruguay is Europcar, rated 4.8/5 from 1 reviews. Europcar car hire costs an average of £87 per day in Uruguay.

Here are some of the other top rated car hire companies in Uruguay. We've also included their average daily prices to help you compare options.

Interrent Car Hire
- 4.8/5 (from 1 reviews)
- Average daily price: £57
Avis
- 4.7/5 (from 1 reviews)
- Average daily price: £59

Question 7

Do I need a credit card to hire a car in Uruguay?

Accepted Answer

It depends. Some car hire companies in Uruguay accept debit cards, others require a credit card. Check the company’s accepted payment methods before you book.

Either way, the card needs to be in the main driver's name and you'll need enough money on it to cover a security deposit. You’ll get that back when you return the car.

Question 8

What happens if I need to cancel my car hire in Uruguay?

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If you've booked car hire with free cancellation, you can usually cancel or change your booking without paying a fee. The time you have to cancel depends on the car hire company, but it's typically around 48 hours before pick-up. If you cancel after that, you may be charged.

If your booking doesn't include free cancellation, you'll need to check the car hire company's policy. Depending on when you cancel, you might need to pay a cancellation fee or you won’t get a refund.

Question 9

Can I hire an electric car in Uruguay?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Localiza has electric cars available in Uruguay.

Prices start from £44 per day for Medium rentals (something like the Opel Astra or similar).

Use the electric car filter when searching on Skyscanner to compare EV rental in Uruguay.

Question 10

What’s the best way to compare car hire prices in Uruguay?

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The easiest way to compare car hire in Uruguay is to look at lots of companies at the same time, rather than checking each one individually.

Skyscanner is a comparison website. We search 22 car hire companies and compare prices across 405 available cars – so you don't have to.

Question 11

What kind of car do people usually hire in Uruguay?

Accepted Answer

Small car hire is the most popular choice in Uruguay. Think models like the Volkswagen Polo. Around 20% of recent Skyscanner bookings in Uruguay were for this type of car.

Here are some other popular choices in Uruguay.

Economy (like the Volkswagen Polo or similar)
- 17% of recent bookings
Medium (like the Volkswagen Golf or similar)
- 16% of recent bookings

Question 12

How much does Van hire cost in Uruguay?

Accepted Answer

Van hire, which is usually something like the Mercedes Metris Passengers Van, averages £30 per day. The cheapest price we found for Van hire in Uruguay is £30 per day with Localiza.

Question 13

Can I add an additional driver to my rental?

Accepted Answer

Most car hire companies let you add an extra driver at pick-up. The fee in Uruguay is typically around £4 per day.

Some companies like Dollar don't charge for an extra driver.

Question 14

How far in advance should I book a hire car in Uruguay?

Accepted Answer

The best time to book car hire in Uruguay is usually as early as possible, especially if you’re travelling during busy periods.

You can sometimes find a good last-minute deal, but it's never guaranteed and availability is more limited.

Question 15

Can I book same-day car hire in Uruguay?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Most car hire companies in Uruguay offer same-day car hire. If you're looking for last-minute car hire in Uruguay, just enter today's date on Skyscanner to compare prices.

Question 16

Can I drive my rental car abroad from Uruguay?

Accepted Answer

Some companies in Uruguay let you drive a hire car abroad, often for an extra fee, while others don’t.

If you plan to cross a border, check with the company before you travel. Driving abroad without permission could void your insurance or break the terms of your rental agreement.

Question 17

What's a good price for a hire car in Uruguay?

Accepted Answer

A good car hire deal in Uruguay is usually anything under £45 per day. That's about 25% cheaper than the average car hire cost in Uruguay, which is £61 per day.

The cheapest price we found in Uruguay is £20 per day with Avis for Small car hire.

Most popular provider	Localiza
Most popular car	Small, economy
Pick-up points	12, Montevideo is most popular
Cheapest price found	£20 per day, Uruguay
Cheapest month to rent	June
Best time to book	Less than 1 week before

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