Best Car Rental Companies in Singapore 2026: Honestly Compared

Best Car Rental Companies in Singapore

Choosing a car rental company in Singapore is straightforward once you know what you actually need. The market splits into two distinct segments — traditional daily rental operators with physical counters, and app-based car-sharing platforms charged by the hour. They serve different needs entirely, and comparing them directly is like comparing a hotel to an Airbnb.

If you have not yet read our guide on how to rent a car in Singapore covering licence requirements, cross-border rules, VEP, and pricing benchmarks — start there first. This post focuses specifically on which operator to choose for your situation (best car rental).

1. Hertz Singapore — Best for Airport Pickups and Cross-Border Trips

Best for: Tourists flying into Changi, cross-border Malaysia drives, business travellers who want a physical counter

Hertz is the most recognisable international rental brand in Singapore and the first choice for anyone arriving at Changi Airport who wants to collect a car and drive immediately. Their Changi counter is well-staffed and the collection process is straightforward even for first-time renters.

For cross-border travel into Malaysia, Hertz is one of the most reliable and transparent operators. Cross-border surcharges are tiered by vehicle group — SGD 55 per day for standard vehicles, SGD 80 for group O vehicles, and SGD 100 per day for larger premium vehicles. You must notify Hertz at least 24 hours before your trip by emailing reservations@hertzsingapore.com. VEP-compliant cross-border vehicles are available — confirm when booking.

Note that Thailand is not permitted for Hertz rental vehicles — Malaysia only.

Locations: Changi Airport, Ubi Cross-border Malaysia: Available, SGD 55–100/day surcharge, 24-hour advance notice required Minimum age: 23 years, licence held 2+ years

2. Avis Singapore — Best for Corporate Rentals and Longer Stays

Best for: Corporate accounts, expats needing monthly rentals, business travellers wanting structured service

Avis has operated in Singapore since 1961 and has the strongest corporate rental programme in the market. For companies that need a structured account with consistent invoicing and dedicated support, Avis is the go-to. For individual renters, daily rates become more competitive the longer the rental period — making Avis a particularly good value choice for week-long or monthly hires.

Their counters at Changi Airport Terminals 2 and 3 make airport collection easy. Cross-border Malaysia travel is available with prior arrangement, and their VEP-ready cross-border fleet is well-documented. Avis Preferred loyalty programme membership is free — sign up before booking for priority pickup.

Locations: Changi Airport T2 and T3, Havelock Road Cross-border Malaysia: Available with prior arrangement Minimum age: 23 years, licence held 2+ years

3. SIXT Singapore — Best for Premium and Executive Vehicles

Best for: Business travellers wanting premium vehicles, those who prefer European brand reliability

SIXT is the strongest option when you want a step above the standard rental fleet. BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Audi, and Volkswagen vehicles are all available alongside mainstream options, making SIXT the natural choice for executives who need a consistent premium vehicle rather than whatever economy sedan happens to be available.

Pricing is higher than local operators but transparent — no surprise add-ons at the counter. SIXT has locations at Changi Airport and city outlets, with cross-border Malaysia available on selected vehicles.

Locations: Changi Airport, city outlets Cross-border Malaysia: Available on selected vehicles Minimum age: 23 years, licence held 2+ years

4. ComfortDelGro Rent-A-Car — Best for Monthly and Long-Term Rentals

Best for: Expats on long-term passes, professionals needing a car for weeks or months, corporate fleet users

ComfortDelGro is Singapore's most established local rental operator with nearly four decades in the market. Where they genuinely stand out is long-term and monthly rentals — their rates for weekly and monthly hire are among the most competitive available, and their fleet is well-maintained across a range of vehicle types from economy sedans to MPVs.

For short daily rentals they are a solid but unremarkable choice compared to the international operators. For anyone needing a car for a month or longer — a common situation for newly arrived expats — ComfortDelGro is the first operator worth checking.

Locations: Multiple outlets island-wide Cross-border Malaysia: Available on selected vehicles with surcharge Minimum age: 23 years, licence held 2+ years

5. GetGo — Best for Short City Trips Within Singapore

Best for: Singapore residents who need a car for a few hours, quick errands, family outings within the island

GetGo is not a traditional rental company. It is Singapore's largest car-sharing platform with over 3,000 vehicles at 1,600 locations island-wide. You book entirely through the app, collect from a nearby parking lot, and return to the same spot. No counter, no paperwork, no deposit required.

Pricing starts from around SGD 3 per hour plus a per-kilometre charge — excellent value for short city trips. For a two to three hour outing within Singapore, GetGo will almost always be cheaper than a full-day rental.

Critical limitation: GetGo vehicles are strictly for use within Singapore only. Driving across the border into Malaysia is a direct breach of GetGo's Terms and Conditions — do not attempt it. For any cross-border trip you must use a traditional rental operator.

Locations: App-based, 1,600+ parking locations island-wide Cross-border Malaysia: Strictly not permitted — breach of Terms and Conditions Minimum age: 22 years, Singapore licence or eligible foreign licence required

6. Drive Lah — Best for Peer-to-Peer Rentals at Lower Prices

Best for: Budget-conscious renters, those wanting a wider vehicle variety, Singapore residents

Drive Lah is Singapore's peer-to-peer car rental platform — you rent directly from private car owners rather than a fleet company. This typically means lower prices, a much wider variety of vehicles including models not available from rental fleets, and flexible island-wide pickup locations.

All rentals are insured through Tokio Marine Insurance Group and NTUC Income, and Drive Lah verifies all renters before approval. The trade-off compared to a fleet operator is less consistency — vehicle condition and host responsiveness varies between listings. Read individual listing reviews carefully before booking.

Cross-border availability depends entirely on the individual car owner's permission — check explicitly before booking if you need to drive into Malaysia, and confirm VEP compliance on the vehicle.

Locations: App-based, island-wide Cross-border Malaysia: Depends on individual car owner — verify explicitly before booking Minimum age: 22 years, licence held 1+ year

Quick Comparison

Operator	Best For	Cross-Border	Starting Price
Hertz	Airport pickup, cross-border	✅ Yes — SGD 55–100/day surcharge	~SGD 90/day
Avis	Corporate, long-term	✅ Yes — prior arrangement	~SGD 90/day
SIXT	Premium vehicles	✅ Selected vehicles	~SGD 120/day
ComfortDelGro	Monthly rental, expats	✅ Yes — with surcharge	~SGD 80/day
GetGo	Short city trips only	❌ Strictly prohibited	~SGD 3/hr + km
Drive Lah	Budget, variety	⚠️ Owner permission required	~SGD 60/day

Which One Should You Choose?

• Flying into Changi and need a car immediately → Hertz or Avis at the airport counter

• Driving to JB or anywhere in Malaysia → Hertz or Avis — both have transparent cross-border processes and VEP-compliant vehicles. Email Hertz 24 hours in advance.

• Need a car for a month or longer → ComfortDelGro Rent-A-Car

• Quick errand or half-day outing within Singapore → GetGo — fastest and cheapest for short city use

• Want the best daily rate without cross-border needs → Drive Lah or compare local operators on Drive.sg

• Need a premium or executive vehicle → SIXT

For everything you need to know about renting a car in Singapore including licence requirements, cross-border rules, VEP, and the three-quarter tank rule, read our complete car rental guide. Browse all curated transport picks on our Travel & Transport Singapore page.