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How Much Does a Self Drive Car Cost in Chandigarh?

Real daily rent for every car in our fleet, the security deposit, what's included and what can add to the bill, with example trips from ₹1,200.

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How Much Does a Self Drive Car Cost in Chandigarh?
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Search for self drive car prices in Chandigarh and you'll find numbers all over the place. Some are teaser rates, some leave out the deposit, and some don't mention the kilometre limit until you're at the counter.

So here are our real numbers. Below is what every car in our fleet costs per day, what the deposit is, what is included, and what can add to the bill, followed by a few example trips so you can see the full cost before you book.

Daily Rent for Every Car

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Hatchbacks

  • Maruti Alto K10: ₹1,200/day
  • Maruti Celerio: ₹1,500/day
  • Hyundai Grand i10 Nios: ₹1,500/day
  • Hyundai i20: ₹1,800/day
  • Maruti Baleno: ₹2,000/day
  • Toyota Glanza: ₹2,000/day

Sedans

  • Maruti Swift Dzire: ₹2,000/day
  • Honda Amaze (automatic): ₹2,500/day
  • Honda City (automatic): ₹3,000/day

Compact SUVs

  • Maruti Brezza: ₹2,500/day
  • Hyundai Venue (automatic): ₹3,000/day
  • Hyundai Creta (automatic, diesel): ₹3,500/day

SUVs and 7-seaters

Luxury

Rates can change, so our full price list always shows the current rent and deposit for each car.

What the Daily Rent Includes

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  • 200 km per day. A 3-day rental includes 600 km, and you can use them however you like across the trip.
  • 24/7 support for the whole rental.
  • Free delivery in the Tricity. Delivery is free; only the driver and fuel costs apply, so please call to confirm. The Chandigarh Airport car rental price is the same as in the city.

What Can Add to the Bill

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  • Fuel. Our fuel policy is same-to-same: you get the car with a recorded fuel level and return it at the same level. You only pay for the fuel you use. If you return it with less, you pay for the missing fuel plus a ₹200 refuelling charge.
  • Extra kilometres. Anything above 200 km per day costs ₹10–15/km, depending on the car.
  • Tolls and parking on your route, which you pay as you go.
  • Late return. There is a 1-hour grace period. After that, it's ₹200–₹400 per hour for up to 4 hours, and then a full extra day. If you need more time, tell us at least 2 hours before your return time and we'll extend the booking.

The Security Deposit

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The deposit depends on the car:

  • ₹5,000 for most cars, from the Alto K10 up to the Thar, Scorpio N and Innova Crysta
  • ₹10,000 for the Toyota Fortuner, Fortuner Legender and Fortuner Legender 4x4
  • ₹50,000 for the Jeep Rubicon
  • ₹1,00,000 for the Land Rover Defender

You get the deposit back instantly when you return the car, after a quick inspection. There is no waiting period.

What a Trip Actually Costs

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Here is what the rent works out to for a few common trips. Fuel and tolls depend on your car and route, so they are on top.

A day in the city

Maruti Alto K10 for 1 day: ₹1,200 rent. Running around Chandigarh, Mohali and Panchkula rarely comes close to the 200 km you get.

A weekend in Kasauli for two

Maruti Baleno for 2 days: ₹4,000 rent. The round trip is roughly 130 to 150 km, well within the 400 km included.

A family trip to Shimla

Toyota Innova Crysta for 3 days: ₹13,500 rent. The round trip is about 230 km plus some local driving, comfortably inside the 600 km included.

Five days in Manali

Hyundai Creta for 5 days: ₹17,500 rent. Chandigarh to Manali and back is around 600 km. Add local sightseeing and you're usually still inside the 1,000 km included.

How to Keep the Cost Down

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  • Pick the right size. Two people don't need an SUV for a city weekend. A hatchback is cheaper to rent and lighter on fuel.
  • Book early for long weekends. The most popular cars go first, and you'll have more choice if you book ahead.
  • Plan your kilometres. Check the rough distance of your trip so you know whether you'll go over 200 km a day.
  • Return with the same fuel level. It saves you the ₹200 refuelling charge.
  • Extend instead of returning late. A planned extension is simpler than paying late charges by the hour.
  • Split it. A 7-seater shared by six friends often costs each person less than bus or taxi fares.

Wondering how this compares with a cab? We've worked it out in self drive vs taxi in Chandigarh. For fuel, toll and parking in detail, see our rental charges guide.

FAQs

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What is the cheapest self drive car in Chandigarh?

At ODAC24, the Maruti Alto K10 at ₹1,200 per day.

Is fuel included in the rent?

No. Fuel is same-to-same: return the car with the fuel level it had at pickup, and you only pay for what you use.

How many kilometres do I get?

200 km per day. Extra kilometres cost ₹10–15/km, depending on the car.

When do I get my deposit back?

Instantly, when you return the car and our team has done a quick inspection.

What if I need the car for a week or a month?

You can book for as many days as you need. See our guides to weekly car rental and monthly car rental, or call us for a quote.

What if I cancel?

Cancel 24 hours or more before pickup and you get a 100% refund. Within 24 hours there is a 50% fee, and once the car has been dispatched the booking is non-refundable. You can reschedule for free with 12 hours' notice or more.

Get a Quote

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Call or WhatsApp us on +91 98150 70133 with your dates and the car you like. We'll confirm the price, the deposit and delivery, with no surprises later.

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