Flexible Rental Solutions Built Around You.
Need a vehicle for more than one month? V Rentals provides tailored long-term car rental for private, corporate, government and SME customers.
Choose from economy hatchbacks, sedans, SUVs, bakkies and fleet vehicles. Your quote is tailored to the vehicle, rental period, kilometre allowance and your requirements.
Standard Cover, servicing, routine maintenance, vehicle tracking and 24-hour roadside assistance are included.
Established in Durban in 1998, vrentals has rented vehicles to South Africans and businesses for more than 25 years.
Need a vehicle for a month or less? See our short term rental options.
Complete the enquiry form and our rental team will contact you with a solution based on your dates, mileage and vehicle requirements.
Our Fleet
Find the right vehicle for your trip
A wide range of well-maintained vehicles to suit every need and budget.
What a long term car rental includes
Included in the rate:
- Licensed, roadworthy vehicle
- Standard Cover
- Servicing and routine maintenance
- Replacement tyres and battery
- Vehicle tracking
- 24-hour roadside assistance and towing
- Your agreed kilometre allowance.
Not included:
- Fuel
- Kilometres over your allowance, charged by vehicle class
- Optional Super Cover
- Additional drivers at R400 + VAT each
- Traffic fines, toll roads and applicable handling fees
- Cross-border permits
Want a lower excess? Super Cover may reduce your liability. Ask the branch to confirm the applicable cover, excess and authorisation hold for your vehicle.
No finance application. Debit cards accepted.
A long term car rental is not vehicle finance. There is no bank finance agreement, balloon payment or residual value to worry about, and nothing is registered in your name.
Debit and cheque cards are accepted, subject to credit scoring. Debit-card rentals carry a surcharge, depending on the credit score. We will confirm the final rate in writing before you book. Credit cards, EFT, instant transfer and approved company accounts are also accepted.
What you need:
- Valid South African driver’s licence, unendorsed and held for at least three years
- Minimum age of 23
- ID or passport
- Proof of address, dated within the last three months
- Deposit required. It is held as an authorisation hold, not a charge. The amount depends on the vehicle class, selected cover and, for debit cards, credit scoring. It is released within seven working days after the vehicle is returned, subject to the rental terms.
How long-term car rental works
1. Tell us what you need
Choose your branch, vehicle type, term and expected kilometres. Tell us whether you need one vehicle or a fleet.
2. We quote
We confirm the car rental rate, mileage allowance, vehicle availability and deposit (authorisation hold) in writing
3. Send your documents
Send your licence, ID and proof of address by WhatsApp or email.
4. Collect, extend, return
Collect from Johannesburg or Durban. At the end of your agreed rental period, you can request an extension or return the vehicle.
Who long-term car rental suits
Business and government
- Fleet gap cover while vehicles are on order
- Project and site vehicles for a defined period
- Staff transport for secondments and placements
- Departments that prefer not to carry a vehicle as an asset
- SMEs that need a bakkie without a vehicle-finance agreement
- Multi-vehicle requirements with monthly invoicing
Private customers
- Your own vehicle is off the road during an insurance claim
- You have relocated and are not ready to buy
- You are in South Africa on a fixed-term contract
- You want to use a vehicle before deciding whether to buy one
Collect in Johannesburg or Durban
Johannesburg:
183 Rivonia Road, Sandton, Johannesburg, Gauteng, 2146.
Durban:
430 Peter Mokaba Ridge, The Atrium Office Tower, 7th Floor, Suite 723, Berea, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, 4091.
Delivery and collection can be arranged, subject to availability. Contact us for a quote.
Long Term Car Rental FAQ
How much does it cost to rent a car long term in South Africa?
Long-term car rental rates are tailored for rentals of more than one month. The cost depends on the vehicle you need, rental period, expected mileage and your requirements. Contact our team for a personalised quote.
What is the minimum long-term rental period?
The minimum long-term rental period is more than one month. For rentals of one month or less, view our short-term car rental options
Is long-term car rental cheaper than buying or financing?
It depends on the vehicle, term and finance offer available to you. A long term rental can reduce upfront costs and includes maintenance, tracking and roadside assistance. Buying may cost less if you keep the vehicle for several years and qualify for favourable finance.
Do I need to apply for finance for a long-term rental?
No. A long-term rental does not require a bank finance application or affordability assessment. Debit- or cheque-card bookings may be subject to credit scoring, and standard rental and identity checks apply.
What is the mileage limit on a long term car rental?
Mileage is calculated on a quote basis. Contact our team or complete an enquiry form, and we will contact you to discuss your car rental needs.
Can I swap the vehicle during a long-term rental?
Yes, subject to availability. If your needs change, we can provide a quote for a different vehicle class.
Who maintains the vehicle?
V Rentals handles servicing, routine maintenance, tyres and battery replacement. These are included in your agreed rental rate. Book the vehicle in with your branch, and we will handle the rest.
Can I rent long term for my business?
Yes. V Rentals has supported corporate, government and SME customers since 1998. Approved company accounts, monthly invoicing and multi-vehicle quotes are available.