8 Car Rental Brands in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, South Africa

When I arrived at the rental company, I told the staff that I had already completed all procedures, including insurance, back in my home country. I didn’t need any additional services. The staff agreed and only asked me to sign the contract without providing me a copy. When I requested one, they said it wasn’t needed. However, upon returning the car, I realized I had been deceived into purchasing an additional insurance for 629.99 RMB. It’s infuriating to see such a large company engage in this kind of dishonesty.

Reviewed: Mar 19, 2025

Very satisfied

Reviewed: Feb 26, 2025

Very good.

Reviewed: Feb 10, 2025

Very convenient.

Reviewed: Feb 5, 2025

The overall service was good.

Reviewed: Nov 14, 2021

Very satisfied.

Reviewed: Dec 18, 2024

Very satisfied!

Reviewed: Aug 17, 2024

Having taken the extended insurance i was not really expecting to need it but whilst driving fom PE to East London we were most unfortunate to have the driver side window shattered by a ston. The customer service staff were extremely helpful and a replacement car was waiting at EL Airport by the time I arrived.

Reviewed: Jul 12, 2019

Not very satisfied with Budget for deducting money from my credit card for various reasons, even 3 months after we returned the car.

Reviewed: Sep 10, 2016

Overall, it's pretty good, quite user-friendly, and the prices are very competitive.

Reviewed: Mar 9, 2015

The service is quite good. I rented a small car, but they gave me a larger one. The service was very enthusiastic. The car broke down on the last half day, and Budget drove two hours to deliver a new car. Highly commendable.

Reviewed: Oct 7, 2013

It should be acceptable in Africa, but the overall car configuration is much worse compared to the same model in other countries.

Reviewed: Dec 7, 2024

The car rental company inexplicably charged an extra 3000 Rand, which seemed like a deposit for returning the car with a full fuel tank. The staff could not clearly explain what the 3000 Rand fee was. First, they said it was for insurance, then they said it was some kind of deposit, but it was actually charged directly to the credit card instead of being held as a credit limit like usual. This fee was not listed on the order either. Thankfully, the customer service team of Zuzuche stepped in and took a long time to clarify this charge. Kudos to Zuzuche's customer service.

Reviewed: Nov 28, 2024

Very nice friendly and helpful staff at both pick up and drop off. The car had a lot of squeaks but probably more the fault of Toyota than Bidvest! Not major extra charges (speeding fines etc) at this point - hopefully that will remain the case. Would definitely use Bidvest again!

Reviewed: Feb 28, 2020

Was charged $160000 rand waiting to get refund

Reviewed: Mar 30, 2019

The vehicle was in a perfect condition. We enjoyed our road trip.

Reviewed: Feb 19, 2020

ALL GOOD

Reviewed: Nov 26, 2019

Like: Courteous service

Reviewed: Mar 9, 2018

Great, consistent global standards.

Reviewed: Jan 27, 2017

Very good.

Reviewed: Oct 17, 2014

I originally booked a Toyota, but they gave me a Polo, which seemed smaller. However, the car was in good condition. The service was quite good.

Reviewed: Apr 2, 2014

Pickup and drop-off were both very quick and convenient

Reviewed: Sep 26, 2018

When we arrived at the store, they told us to go to Europcar, saying it was one company. They didn't have a pickup truck and then claimed there were no four-seaters, even though the website clearly stated there were four-seaters available. Eventually, they downgraded us to a Toyota Avanza wagon. Nothing was reliable, and their partner was quirky.

Reviewed: Feb 28, 2018

Recommended!

Reviewed: Mar 27, 2016

An excellent car rental company with meticulous attention to detail. The damage markings on the vehicle were clear at the time of rental, and they offer emergency assistance. We accidentally locked the keys inside the car, and the rental company arrived within an hour to help us unlock it. Their service was very friendly and attentive. It was a great overseas car rental experience. Five-star review!

Reviewed: Feb 24, 2016