Long Term Car Rental in India: 5 Options and Monthly Rates
Updated: Oct 15
The best long term car rental in India is the one that matches your tenure, your city and how far you drive. If you need a self-drive car in Surat for a month or more, ASHA is the simplest pick, with unlimited kilometres on eligible rentals and free doorstep delivery. Revv suits you if you want to start at a week and stretch to two years. Myles suits you if you want maintenance and insurance bundled into a subscription. Mychoize suits you if you want to compare limited and unlimited kilometre rates. Leasing specialists suit you if you need a new car for one to three years.
Buying a car for a six-month posting or a one-year project means a down payment, EMIs, insurance and a resale headache. Renting avoids that, but providers quote prices per day, per month or per subscription term, so comparing them is hard. This article lists five options, explains how each works and who it suits, then sets the advertised monthly rates side by side.
We run ASHA, a self-drive rental company in Surat, so we list ourselves first and say plainly where we fit and where we do not. Every rate below is an advertised starting figure. Confirm the final quote in writing before you pay.
1. ASHA: monthly self-drive rental in Surat
How it works
ASHA, run by Asha Mobility Private Limited, is a self-drive long term car rental option based in Pal, Adajan, Surat. You pick a car on the booking calendar, by phone or on WhatsApp, and pay online through Razorpay. Plans run from 12-hour and daily to weekend, weekly and monthly. The car arrives free at your door in Surat or at Surat airport.
The fleet covers hatchbacks, sedans, compact SUVs, 7-seaters and some premium cars, in petrol or diesel, manual or automatic. Listed self-drive cars include the WagonR Automatic, Kia Sonet, Nissan Magnite, Hyundai i20 Diesel, Baleno Automatic and Tata Nexon.
Unlimited kilometres, free delivery and no advertised deposit make a monthly plan easy to budget.
Who it suits
It suits Surat residents who want a car for a month or more without buying one. It also suits visitors who land at Surat airport and executives who need a sedan or SUV for client visits. Corporate and executive rentals come with flexible billing.
ASHA is not the pick if you need a car based in another city, because it operates from Surat.
Rates and terms
Rental prices start at about ₹1,600 to ₹2,500 per 12-hour or 1-day rental. Ask the team for the monthly figure for your car. Key terms:
Unlimited kilometres on eligible rentals.
No security deposit is advertised, but some FAQ answers mention a refundable one, so confirm at booking.
Comprehensive insurance and 24/7 road assistance are included.
You need to be 21 or older, with a valid driving licence and government ID.
You pay tolls, parking and traffic fines.
Return the car at the same fuel level as at handover.
Travel across Gujarat and beyond is allowed, with conditions confirmed at booking.
2. Revv: flexible subscriptions from 7 days
How it works
Revv is a self-drive platform that sells both rentals and subscriptions. Its listing advertises flexible tenure from 7 days to 24 months. It runs city pages, including Surat, alongside an India-wide page. You choose the car, the tenure and the plan, then book online.
Revv's range of 7 days to 24 months lets one provider cover both a short trial and a two-year need.
Who it suits
Pick Revv when your need is uncertain. Someone relocating for work might stay three months or fourteen, and can start short and move to a longer plan. It also suits you if you want a provider with listings in several cities.
Rates and terms
The advertised entry price is ₹600 per day. Over 30 days that is about ₹18,000, but it is the starting rate for the cheapest car, so expect more for sedans and SUVs. Before you commit, ask about:
The monthly kilometre allowance.
The deposit.
What insurance and maintenance cover.
Extension and cancellation terms.
3. Myles: subscriptions with maintenance built in
How it works
Myles runs two models for long term car rental. Its Smart Plus subscription starts from one month, and its Smart subscription is built for 12 to 48 months. It also offers self-drive rentals by the hour, day, week and month, depending on city and car.
Myles states that its subscription includes maintenance, insurance and roadside assistance. Excess kilometre charges depend on the vehicle and package you pick.
A subscription that bundles servicing and insurance removes the two bills that surprise renters most.
Who it suits
Myles suits you if you would rather not handle servicing and insurance claims yourself. It also suits you if you may want to step up from a one-month plan to a multi-year plan later.
Rates and terms
There is no single price to quote. The rate depends on the car, the city and the tenure. Ask for the monthly kilometre allowance and the per-kilometre charge beyond it, in writing. Longer subscriptions can carry lock-in periods or early-exit charges, so read the exit clause before you sign.
4. Mychoize: limited or unlimited kilometres
How it works
Mychoize is a self-drive rental company with a separate car subscription page. Its advertised self-drive rates start from ₹1,200 with limited kilometres and ₹1,500 with unlimited mileage. Subscription packages are priced separately on its site, so check which product the quote refers to.
Who it suits
It suits renters who want to price both limited and unlimited usage before choosing. It also suits anyone who wants the option of renting now and moving to a subscription later, all from one provider.
At entry rates, unlimited mileage costs ₹300 more, so your daily driving decides which plan is cheaper.
Rates and terms
If you drive across the city every day and take weekend trips, unlimited usually pays for itself. If you only run short commutes, the limited plan is cheaper. Whatever you pick for your long term car rental, confirm:
The kilometre cap and the extra-kilometre rate.
Fuel policy.
Who pays tolls and parking.
The deposit amount.
5. Subscription and leasing specialists
How it works
Providers such as Quiklyz, KTC and MyNewCar sell a car for a fixed monthly payment. Quiklyz lists subscriptions to a new car with no down payment, loan or maintenance costs. KTC's lease programmes start at 6 months, and most clients choose 1 to 3 years. MyNewCar advertises zero-downpayment leasing for retail and corporate customers.
Who it suits
Leasing suits companies and individuals who need a car for a year or more. It is a poor fit for stays under six months, since KTC's shortest term is six months. It works best when you want a new car and one predictable payment.
Leasing rewards commitment, so use it only when you are sure how long you need the car.
Rates and terms
Prices depend on the model and tenure, and there is no standard rate. Ask for an itemised quote showing the monthly payment, taxes, insurance, maintenance and early termination fees. Get at least three quotes before you choose.
What long term car rental costs in India
Providers publish roughly ₹25,000 to ₹90,000 per month for sedans and SUVs, with entry-level cars advertised from about ₹18,000 for 30 days. Your final cost depends on the car, the city, the tenure and the kilometre limit.
Monthly rates side by side
Source | Advertised figure | Note |
|---|---|---|
ASHA, Surat | From ₹1,600 to ₹2,500 per 12-hour or 1-day | Monthly quote at booking, unlimited km on eligible rentals |
Revv | From ₹600 per day | Tenure 7 days to 24 months, entry price |
Mychoize | From ₹1,200 (limited km), ₹1,500 (unlimited) | Subscription priced separately |
Surat subscription listing | SUVs ₹45,000 to ₹90,000 per month | Provider's published range |
Hyderabad rental guide | Small sedan ₹25,000 to ₹30,000, luxury SUV ₹50,000 to ₹70,000 per month | City example, shows how segment drives price |
Myles, Quiklyz, KTC, MyNewCar | Quote on request | Priced by model and tenure |
What changes the monthly price
Longer tenure usually lowers the daily rate. Vehicle category, kilometre limits and whether a driver is included also move the price. Ask every provider for its monthly car rental deals, such as weekly or monthly discounts and corporate billing.
Costs outside the quote
Fuel, tolls, parking, traffic fines, extra kilometres and late return fees often sit outside the headline price. Compare the total monthly cost, not the advertised rate. For a budget long-term car rental, add these items to every quote before you decide.
Which option to pick
For a month or more in Surat, a local self-drive plan with unlimited kilometres and free delivery is the cheapest to run and the easiest to manage. For flexible tenure across cities, Revv fits. For bundled maintenance, Myles fits. For clear limited or unlimited pricing, Mychoize fits. For a new car over one to three years, go to a leasing specialist.
Whichever you choose, get the monthly rate, kilometre limit, deposit and exit terms in writing. If you are in Surat and want a car with unlimited kilometres and doorstep delivery, check ASHA's car for monthly rental in Surat options and book your rental.
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