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Cheap Car Rentals in Detroit from AED 217

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Detroit with a pick-up date of 20/12 and drop-off date of 29/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Detroit car rentals in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Detroit. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 5 December 2024.

Most popular company

THRIFTY

Price of petrol per litre

AED 3.31

Average price per day

AED 190

Cheapest price per day

AED 217

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Detroit?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Detroit and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 5 December 2024.

January

AED 202

February

AED 205

March

AED 231

April

AED 242

May

AED 249

June

AED 279

July

AED 301

August

AED 264

September

AED 227

October

AED 231

November

AED 220

December

AED 205

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Detroit is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Popular car types in Detroit

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Detroit and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 5 December 2024.

There are currently 21 hire locations operating in Detroit spread across 13 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Detroit is large car at AED 217 a day. Below are all the 5 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

AED 240+

Compact

Compact

AED 233+

Intermediate

Intermediate

AED 231+

Full-size

Full-size

AED 217+

People carrier

People carrier

AED 431+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

AED 392+

Premium

Premium

AED 276+

Luxury

Luxury

AED 262+

Compare available car types for rental in Detroit

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Detroit to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 5 December 2024.

Medium cars

AED 147 - AED 392

All Car Types

AED 162 - AED 392

To rent a medium car in Detroit, the United States, you would pay an average price of AED 216/day. December is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Detroit, the United States (~AED 147/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~AED 392/day). In fact, December is about 32% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Detroit. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Detroit, renting a medium car saves you 19% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Detroit medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a large car in Detroit, the United States, you would pay an average price of AED 231/day. October is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Detroit, the United States (~AED 236/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is May (~AED 598/day). In fact, October is about 2% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for Detroit. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Detroit, renting a large car saves you 13% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Detroit large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a SUV in Detroit, the United States, you would pay an average price of AED 210/day. August is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Detroit, the United States (~AED 151/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is September (~AED 613/day). In fact, August is about 29% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Detroit. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Detroit, renting a SUV saves you 21% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Detroit SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Honda CivicAED 231/day
5
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A/C
Honda Civic

Top rental agencies in Detroit

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Detroit known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Detroit. Reviews were last updated on 5 December 2024.
Book your reservation with one of the top rental car agencies located in Detroit, including Budget, Alamo and Enterprise Rent-A-Car. Reviews, pricing info, pickup locations, and other important details are available to aid your decision.

Budget

5.5
Fair
133 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.4

Comfort

6.4

Overall

5.4

Pick-up/drop-off

5.6

Value

5.7

Alamo

8.6
Very Good
44 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.9

Overall

8.7

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

8.5

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.6
Good
36 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.2

Hertz

7.0
Good
30 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

6.7

Dollar

6.9
Okay
45 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Overall

6.9

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

6.6

National

7.8
Good
9 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Overall

7.9

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

7.5

Thrifty

6.5
Okay
23 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

6.4

Payless

5.1
Fair
23 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.4

Comfort

6.5

Overall

5.0

Pick-up/drop-off

5.2

Value

5.4

Best Detroit car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Detroit. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Detroit with an average daily rate of AED 268. Data was last updated on 5 December 2024.
These are the best deals we've found on rental cars in Detroit. Check back soon for more deals if you're not finding the one you're looking for.
Kia OptimaAED 217/day
5
M
A/C
Kia Optima
Honda CivicAED 231/day
5
M
A/C
Honda Civic
Mazda Mazda3AED 233/day
4
M
A/C
Mazda Mazda3

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Detroit, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 5 December 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Detroit?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under AED 190/day when booking a car hire in Detroit. The absolute best deal a user found was for AED 161/day from Thrifty, booked on Dec. 1.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Detroit?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Detroit from the following companies over the past two weeks: Hertz (AED 231/day), Alamo (AED 233/day), and Avis (AED 262/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Detroit?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (8.9 rating), National (7.8 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (7.4 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Detroit.

  • What are petrol prices like in Detroit?

    The average price of petrol in Detroit is AED 3.31/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between AED 149 and AED 215 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Detroit for a week from Thrifty?

    Thrifty offers hire cars in Detroit for about AED 1,186 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Detroit for the best price?

    Booking early almost always ensures you have more options of car models to choose from, as well as prices reduced by up to 26% to make it a great deal in Detroit. Try to book at least 7 days prior to when you need the car hire to close on a rate below the average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Detroit?

    The length of time you can book a rental for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Detroit it should be possible to rent a car for a whole month if needed.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Detroit for a month?

    Typically, a monthly car rental in Detroit can be found for AED 5,085. You can find car rental deals for AED 169 a day on average.

  • How much is a car hire in Detroit for a weekend?

    AED 148 is, on average, how much a car hire costs for the weekend in Detroit. To save money, consider booking a Intermediate car hire, which is the cheapest car during the weekend. If you are looking for a car hire in January, we’ve seen prices on Cheapflights for as low as AED 0 per day.

  • What car do most people hire in Detroit?

    The most popular car to hire while in Detroit is the Toyota RAV4, which is a Standard vehicle.

Luxury car rentals in Detroit

Find luxury car rental deals in Detroit from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car rentals in Detroit cost an average of AED 286 per day. Price data was last updated on 5 December 2024.
Ride in luxury during your trip to Detroit by selecting one of these great deals we've found. Verify the details of your rental before completing your reservation to ensure no unwanted surprises.
BMW X5AED 260/day
5
4
M
A/C
BMW X5
Audi A8AED 264/day
5
4
M
A/C
Audi A8
BMW X5AED 280/day
5
4
M
A/C
BMW X5

Car rentals by fuel type in Detroit

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Detroit. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Detroit. Deals were last updated on 5 December 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Detroit. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (AED 69+).

Electric

Electric

AED 69+

Hybrid

Hybrid

AED 79+

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