Detroit

Cheap Car Rentals in Detroit

Detroit, MI, United States
26 Apr — 3 May
Driver's age: 26-65
Detroit, MI, United States
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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 19 April 2024.

January

AED 205

February

AED 205

March

AED 231

April

AED 224

May

AED 227

June

AED 249

July

AED 279

August

AED 279

September

AED 231

October

AED 227

November

AED 227

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 19 April 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 medium car at AED 150 a day. Below are all the 4 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

AED 187+

Compact

Compact

AED 152+

Intermediate

Intermediate

AED 164+

Standard

Standard

AED 150+

Full-size

Full-size

AED 158+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

AED 295+

Premium

Premium

AED 156+

Luxury

Luxury

AED 194+

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 19 April 2024.

Small cars

AED 134 - AED 341

All Car Types

AED 157 - AED 392

To rent a small car in Detroit, the United States, you would pay an average price of AED 135/day. April is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Detroit, the United States (~AED 134/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~AED 341/day). In fact, April is about 1% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Detroit. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Detroit, renting a small car saves you 50% 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.

To rent a medium car in Detroit, the United States, you would pay an average price of AED 223/day. December is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Detroit, the United States (~AED 133/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is April (~AED 408/day). In fact, December is about 41% 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 16% 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.

To rent a large car in Detroit, the United States, you would pay an average price of AED 224/day. December is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Detroit, the United States (~AED 148/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is October (~AED 1,159/day). In fact, December is about 35% 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 16% 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.

To rent a SUV in Detroit, the United States, you would pay an average price of AED 207/day. November is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Detroit, the United States (~AED 161/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~AED 518/day). In fact, November is about 23% 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 22% 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.

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 19 April 2024.
Book your reservation with one of the top rental car agencies located in Detroit, including Dollar, Thrifty and Payless. Reviews, pricing info, pickup locations, and other important details are available to aid your decision.

Dollar

7.1
Good
169 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

6.8

Thrifty

6.8
Okay
106 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.5

Overall

6.7

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

6.7

Payless

5.8
Fair
135 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.9

Overall

5.7

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

6.1

Budget

5.7
Fair
240 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.5

Comfort

6.7

Overall

5.7

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

5.9

Alamo

8.5
Very Good
96 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.8

Value

8.2

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.1
Very Good
48 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.1

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

7.7

Hertz

7.1
Good
54 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

6.8

Avis

5.6
Fair
39 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.9

Overall

5.4

Pick-up/drop-off

5.6

Value

5.9

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Detroit, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 19 April 2024.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Detroit?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (8.8 rating), National (8.3 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (7.8 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 3.75/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between AED 169 and AED 243 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Avis offers hire cars in Detroit for about AED 2,552 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 24% 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 is a car hire in Detroit for a weekend?

    AED 0 is, on average, how much a car hire costs for the weekend in Detroit. To save money, consider booking a Standard car hire, which is the cheapest car during the weekend. If you are looking for a car hire in May, 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.

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