Cheap Car Hire in Detroit from R668
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 6/3 and drop-off date of 13/3. 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.
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 28 February 2025.
January
R959
February
R1 051
March
R1 162
April
R1 217
May
R1 254
June
R1 420
July
R1 531
August
R1 328
September
R1 143
October
R1 162
November
R1 125
December
R1 162
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 28 February 2025.
In Detroit, there are 21 active hire locations from 13 car hire companies. SUV is the cheapest car type to hire in Detroit in the past week - currently priced from R668/day. View deals for 3 car types available to hire in this destination:
Intermediate
R1 002+
Full-size
R814+
People carrier
R1 291+
Full-size SUV
R1 412+
Luxury
R1 046+
Pick-up truck
R1 041+
Premium SUV
R1 437+
Compact SUV
R668+
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 28 February 2025.
Large cars | R682 - R1 801 | |
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All Car Types | R682 - R1 286 |
To hire a large car in Detroit, the United States, you would pay an average price of R581/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Detroit, the United States (~R682/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~R1 801/day). In fact, November is about 17% 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 15% 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 28 February 2025.
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.
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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 R1 112. Data was last updated on 28 February 2025.
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.
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Detroit, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 28 February 2025.
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: Thrifty (R668/day), Avis (R814/day), and Alamo (R1 041/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 R16,61/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R747 and R1 079 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Detroit for a week from Dollar?
Dollar offers hire cars in Detroit for about R4 958 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 28% 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.
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 28 February 2025.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Detroit. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (R70+).
Electric
R70+
Hybrid
R87+