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Cheap Car Hire in Detroit from R704

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 5/1 and drop-off date of 12/1. 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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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 30 December 2024.

January

R1 025

February

R1 044

March

R1 174

April

R1 230

May

R1 268

June

R1 417

July

R1 529

August

R1 342

September

R1 156

October

R1 174

November

R1 137

December

R1 137

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 hire in Detroit and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 30 December 2024.

In Detroit, there are 21 active hire locations from 13 car hire companies. small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Detroit in the past week - currently priced from R704/day. View deals for 4 car types available to hire in this destination:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

People carrier

People carrier

R1 193+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

R1 168+

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

R1 322+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Compare available car types for rental in Detroit

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire 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 30 December 2024.

Large cars

R690 - R1 820

All Car Types

R690 - R1 301

To hire a large car in Detroit, the United States, you would pay an average price of R576/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Detroit, the United States (~R690/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~R1 820/day). In fact, November is about 19% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Detroit. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Detroit, renting a large 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.

Top rental agencies in Detroit

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Detroit known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Detroit. Reviews were last updated on 30 December 2024.
Book your reservation with one of the top car hire agencies located in Detroit, including Budget, Alamo and Enterprise Rent-A-Car. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

Budget

5,4
Fair
135 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6,4

Comfort

6,4

Overall

5,4

Pick-up/drop-off

5,6

Value

5,6

Alamo

8,7
Very Good
44 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8,5

Comfort

9,0

Overall

8,7

Pick-up/drop-off

9,0

Value

8,5

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7,5
Good
36 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,9

Comfort

7,8

Overall

7,5

Pick-up/drop-off

8,0

Value

7,1

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

6,8
Okay
45 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7,2

Comfort

7,3

Overall

6,7

Pick-up/drop-off

6,9

Value

6,5

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
19 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7,5

Comfort

7,4

Overall

6,5

Pick-up/drop-off

6,7

Value

6,4

Payless

5,1
Fair
24 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6,5

Comfort

6,5

Overall

5,1

Pick-up/drop-off

5,3

Value

5,4

Best Detroit car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Detroit. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Detroit with an average daily rate of R894. Data was last updated on 30 December 2024.
Peruse the best Detroit car hire deals we've found. Make sure to check back soon if you're not finding what you're looking for, as deals are updated frequently.
Toyota Corolla QuestR704/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest
Audi A3R712/day
5
4
M
A/C
Audi A3
Ford EcoSportR724/day
4
M
A/C
Ford EcoSport

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Detroit, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 30 December 2024.
  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Detroit?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Detroit from the following companies over the past two weeks: Dollar (R690/day), Thrifty (R712/day), and Hertz (R732/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 R16,79/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R755 and R1 091 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 R5 099 per week on average.

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

    Booking in advance not only ensures a better chance of getting your vehicle of choice, it can save you up to 25% on your car hire. For a below average price in Detroit, Cheapflights recommends booking your car hire at least 7 days in advance.

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

    Typically, how long you can hire a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Detroit however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.

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

    The average price for a weekend car hire in Detroit is R1 006. Hiring a Economy is your cheapest option if you’re looking to save money on your weekend car hire in Detroit. For the month of January, Cheapflights users have found hire cars in Detroit for as low as R0/day.

  • What car do most people hire in Detroit?

    The majority of Cheapflights travellers prefer to hire a Standard (Toyota RAV4) in Detroit, making it the most popular option.

Car hires by fuel type in Detroit

Browse car hires by fuel type in Detroit. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Detroit. Deals were last updated on 30 December 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Detroit. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (R39+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

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