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Five departure cities, from Namaqualand to Johannesburg, for Toyotas with or without rooftop tents
The Namibian rental company Asco also offers its Toyotas in South Africa, from five cities: Cape Town, Johannesburg, Port Elizabeth (Gqeberha), Upington and Springbok. We do not know of a depot address in these cities: the place where the vehicle is handed over to you, whether at a counter, by delivery or by appointment, is confirmed at the time of booking. You will find the same range as in Windhoek, from the Hilux Budget sold without camping equipment to the Land Cruiser with two rooftop tents, and almost all the configurations recorded have automatic transmission.
Prices vary markedly from city to city. For a 15-day hire with departure dates between January and October 2027, in October 2026 CoolDrive recorded €169 a day in Springbok and €173 in Upington for the entry-level model, then €202 in Cape Town, €206 in Johannesburg and €231 in Port Elizabeth. The difference between two cities does not change from one model or date to another: it reaches about €62 a day between Springbok and Port Elizabeth, more than €900 over the fortnight.
These amounts remain well above the entry price quoted for Namibia, around €77 a day from Windhoek in January. The two cheapest South African cities are also the closest to the Namibian border, but our data does not say what the difference covers: read the fees detailed in the offer before deciding. Common to all 420 offers recorded in the country: mileage is never limited.
Our view: Asco makes most sense here for a trip that starts in the Northern Cape and heads to Namibia, from Springbok or Upington. For a loop around Kruger or along the Garden Route, compare its offers with those of rental companies that have a depot in Cape Town or Johannesburg.
The key facts to decide whether Asco suits your trip.
| Vehicle | Winter July | Spring October | Summer January | Autumn April |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Campervan | from €217/day median €307/day | from €205/day median €287/day | from €175/day median €234/day | from €183/day median €244/day |
| Car and SUV | from €206/day median €275/day | from €197/day median €264/day | from €169/day median €218/day | from €176/day median €236/day |
Daily prices recorded at Asco on October 26, 2026 for a 15-day rental from its branches in South Africa: CoolDrive selling price, mandatory fees included. 100% of offers with unlimited mileage.
Asco has no physical branch in these cities: the company delivers the vehicle there, at a time and place agreed with you after booking. They are available as pick-up locations in the search form, which shows availability and the price, delivery included.
Between Cape Town and Springbok, the recorded difference is around €34 a day, or about €500 over 15 days. Springbok is a long day's drive north on the N7: if your trip is heading for Namibia, starting there can lighten the bill, provided you factor in the journey to get there.
At the end of the southern winter, usually from August to September, the plains around Springbok are carpeted with wild flowers after the rains. It is a very popular time in the region: book your 4x4 and your campsite nights several months in advance.
From Johannesburg, Kruger National Park can be reached in a day. The camps inside the park must be booked in advance, and the gates close at set times, which vary with the season: drive without rushing, as speed is limited there and being late can cost you a fine.
You drive on the left, on tarmac roads in good condition between the major cities. Several stretches of national road are tolled, with payment at the booth: have a bank card or rand ready, and avoid driving at night outside towns because of livestock and wild animals.
CoolDrive has recorded five cities: Cape Town, Johannesburg and Port Elizabeth, on the main tourist routes, as well as Upington and Springbok, in the Northern Cape, towards Namibia. No counter address is known: the exact place to collect the vehicle is set with the rental company once the booking is made.
In our records, each city adds a roughly constant amount, whatever the vehicle or departure date: about €62 a day more in Port Elizabeth than in Springbok, €37 more in Johannesburg. Our data does not give the reason. The breakdown of fees is shown in each offer displayed by the search.
According to our records, yes: the South African entry price starts at €169 a day over 15 days, against about €77 in Windhoek in January according to the rental company's Namibian page. The periods compared are not exactly the same, and the difference may cover fees specific to departures outside Namibia: compare both options for your dates.
For two people, the Hilux Budget fitted with a rooftop tent is the cheapest configuration recorded, from €174 a day. A family will look at the four-berth models, up to the Landcruiser, from €235 to €396 a day depending on the city and date. If you are sleeping in lodges, a Hilux or an FJ Cruiser without equipment is enough.
Public ratings collected on October 28, 2026 from independent review sites.
Booking for the first time was canceled by the site as the provider had no more availability, and the second proposal is double the price!
The motorhome is rented out simply, quickly, and professionally.
We were given a Maui Camper Van with a lot of defects, Maui Cape Town was kind enough to replace the van but the new van's geyser did not work and the water tank had a leak. We were out in the middle of nowhere in a campsite without electricity and we were far away from a bathroom (no hot water) and a tap. Also, it was inconvenient to not be able to shower in freezing cold weather. They did send someone out to try and fix it but he could not do so. It was also inconvenient to re-pack all our belongings (6 pax) from one truck to the other. It felt as if all our little break away was revolving around a camper van. My experience was not great, especially since we had guests from Durban and I would have thought Maui Cape Town would at least contact me today and release my holding deposit. We left a message for the manager to contact us on Saturday when we dropped off the van. This did have an impact on our trip and experience.
Asco does not give a depot address in South African cities. After your booking, our experts check with the rental company where and when the vehicle will be handed over to you, and pass this information on to you. Allow time for the inventory and to get to grips with the rooftop tent.
Trips to neighbouring countries are generally possible with the rental company's written agreement; it provides the documents needed to cross the border, often for a fee. Mention your route when you book; the list of permitted countries is attached to the conditions.
An international driving permit is generally required when your national licence is not written in English. If in doubt, have one issued before departure and keep it on board with your original licence: both may be required during a check or when collecting the vehicle.
Our records do not mention the excess amount for this country: it depends on the model and the cover chosen, and the offer states it. The security deposit is generally taken by credit card at departure; check that your card limit allows for it before the trip.
In South Africa, Asco provides its Toyota Hilux and Land Cruiser vehicles in Cape Town, Johannesburg, Port Elizabeth, Upington and Springbok. Prices recorded in October 2026 range from €169 to €396 a day over 15 days, with consistent differences from one city to another and unlimited kilometres everywhere. On CoolDrive, these offers can be compared for your dates with those of Britz, Maui or Bobo Campers, and our experts then arrange the handover with the rental company. Its main page, for departures from Windhoek, presents the brand and its whole fleet.
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