Feedback from drivers across South Africa
We collect reviews from customers who have completed their bookings through 4Drive South Africa. Each review reflects the experience at the local rental company desk, the vehicle condition on collection, and the overall process from online booking to vehicle return. Routes covered include Cape Town to the Winelands, Johannesburg to Kruger National Park, the Garden Route coastal drive, and urban trips within major cities.
Collected a Toyota Corolla Quest at Cape Town International Airport in March. The vehicle was clean, fuel tank full, and the paperwork took about fifteen minutes. Drove to Stellenbosch and Franschhoek over three days, returned the car at the same terminal. The agent walked around the car, signed off the contract, and that was it. No issues with the online booking or the remainder payment at the desk.
Booked a Ford Ranger double cab for a Johannesburg to Kruger trip in May. Picked up the vehicle at OR Tambo, drove via Nelspruit to Lower Sabie and Skukuza camps. The 4WD performed well on the gravel roads inside the park. Returned the vehicle in Johannesburg after seven days. The rental company provided a clear damage report at collection, and the final inspection matched the initial one. Smooth process from start to finish.
Hired a Volkswagen Polo for a week in Cape Town during January. Used it for city driving and a day trip down to Hermanus along the R44 coastal road. The car was economical on fuel, easy to park in the city centre, and the agent at the Gardens location was helpful. Paid the remainder in cash at pickup, no problems. Would book with 4Drive again for a future trip to the Garden Route.
Collected a Hyundai i20 at Cape Town International in February. The vehicle was in good condition and the staff were professional, but there was a queue at the airport counter during peak season that added about thirty minutes to the collection time. Once we had the keys, everything went smoothly. Drove to Muizenberg and Simon's Town, returned the car on schedule. Minor delay aside, the overall experience was positive.
Booked a Toyota Fortuner for a trip from George to Knysna and Plettenberg Bay in April. The vehicle arrived at our hotel in George, and the agent walked us through the controls and the damage report. We drove the N2 through the Garden Route, stopped at Wilderness and Tsitsikamma, and returned the vehicle in George six days later. The 4WD option gave confidence on the gravel access roads to some of the coastal viewpoints.
Used a Nissan NP200 bakkie for a short trip around Johannesburg in June. Collected at the Sandton location, drove to the Cradle of Humankind and back. The vehicle was basic but reliable, and the rental company explained the insurance and damage waiver options clearly. Paid the final amount with a debit card at pickup. No surprises, no hidden charges. A straightforward rental experience.
Rented a Renault Duster for a ten-day road trip from Cape Town to Mossel Bay, Oudtshoorn and back via the R62. The vehicle handled the Swartberg Pass gravel sections without any trouble. We paid an online advance and settled the rest at collection. The rental company provided written permission for us to cross into Lesotho, though we ended up staying within South Africa. Excellent service and a well-maintained vehicle.
Collected a Toyota Avanza at George Airport in September for a family trip along the Garden Route. The MPV had enough space for luggage and we fitted two child seats without any issues. Drove to Knysna, Nature's Valley and Storms River, then returned the vehicle in George. The agent was clear about fuel policy and the damage report. The booking process on the 4Drive website was simple, and the voucher had all the details we needed.
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