Car rental prices in Mauritius
How much does a rental car really cost in Mauritius? Observed daily price ranges from licensed local agencies, by vehicle category and season. A factual reference, updated regularly by RentCar.mu.
Renting a car in Mauritius costs from around Rs 1,200 (~€25) per day for an economy city car in low season, up to Rs 10,000 (~€213) per day for a luxury vehicle in high season. The average traveller pays roughly Rs 1,500–2,500 (~€32–53) per day.
Price ranges by category and season (Rs / day)
| Category | Low season | Mid season | High season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Economy (city car) | Rs 1 200 – Rs 1 800 ~26–38 € | Rs 1 500 – Rs 2 200 ~32–47 € | Rs 1 800 – Rs 2 800 ~38–60 € |
| SUV / 4x4 | Rs 2 500 – Rs 3 500 ~53–74 € | Rs 2 800 – Rs 4 000 ~60–85 € | Rs 3 200 – Rs 4 800 ~68–102 € |
| Van / 9-seater | Rs 3 200 – Rs 4 200 ~68–89 € | Rs 3 500 – Rs 4 800 ~74–102 € | Rs 4 000 – Rs 5 500 ~85–117 € |
| Luxury / premium | Rs 4 500 – Rs 7 000 ~96–149 € | Rs 5 000 – Rs 8 000 ~106–170 € | Rs 6 000 – Rs 10 000 ~128–213 € |
Low season: April–June & September · Mid: February–March & October–November · High: December–January & July–August (European holidays and festive period).
What makes the price vary?
- Season: December–January and July–August are the most expensive periods.
- Duration: weekly and monthly rates bring the daily price down.
- Booking lead time: booking ahead secures low-season level rates.
- Category and gearbox: automatic is slightly more expensive than manual.
- Legality: informal white-plate rentals look cheaper but carry no rental insurance.
Methodology
Ranges are compiled from public rates of licensed rental agencies (PSV licence) across Mauritius, including airport and hotel delivery offers, insurance included. Extreme promotional or informal (unlicensed) offers are excluded. Live data reflects vehicles currently bookable on the RentCar.mu marketplace. Figures are indicative and updated regularly.
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