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Cheap Car Hire in Germany from R537

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 Germany with a pick-up date of 26/6 and drop-off date of 13/7. 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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Germany car hires in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Germany. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 24 April 2025.

Most popular company

Alamo

Most common car type

Economy

Average price per day

R1 165

Cheapest price per day

R537

Germany car hire prices in popular cities

Discover the price range for hiring a car in popular cities across Germany, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 3,403 pickup locations in Germany to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 24 April 2025.

Price

R630 - R3 156

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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Germany 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 24 April 2025.

January

R762

February

R855

March

R799

April

R855

May

R781

June

R911

July

R948

August

R911

September

R892

October

R874

November

R743

December

R929

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Germany is November. 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 Germany

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Germany and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 24 April 2025.

There are currently 7 075 hire locations operating in Germany spread across 53 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Germany is small car at R537 a day. Below are all the 3 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Mini

Mini

Premium

Premium

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Compact estate car

Compact estate car

Compare available car types for rental in Germany

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Germany to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 24 April 2025.

Small cars

R500 - R1 601

All Car Types

R833 - R1 731

To hire a small car in Germany, you would pay an average price of R878/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Germany (~R500/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~R1 601/day). In fact, August is about 44% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Germany. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Germany, renting a small car saves you 29% 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 Germany small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Germany, you would pay an average price of R1 412/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Germany (~R581/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is September (~R4 853/day). In fact, February is about 59% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Germany. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Germany, renting a medium car is 13% more expensive. 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 Germany medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Germany, you would pay an average price of R1 768/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Germany (~R769/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is September (~R5 012/day). In fact, March is about 57% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Germany. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Germany, renting a large car is 31% more expensive. 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 hire a SUV in Germany, you would pay an average price of R990/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Germany (~R668/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~R1 921/day). In fact, October is about 33% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Germany. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Germany, renting a SUV saves you 20% 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 Germany SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in Germany, you would pay an average price of R1 593/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a van in Germany (~R581/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is September (~R4 853/day). In fact, February is about 64% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Germany. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Germany, renting a van is 23% more expensive. 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.

Ford FiestaR537/day
2
M
A/C
Ford Fiesta
Suzuki CiazR568/day
4
M
A/C
Suzuki Ciaz

Top rental agencies in Germany

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Germany known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Germany. Reviews were last updated on 24 April 2025.
Book your reservation with one of the top car hiring agencies located in Germany, including those serving the greater Munich, Frankfurt am Main and Berlin area. See what past customers have to say, compare prices, and review other key details before deciding.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7,3
Good
196 reviews258 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,3

Pick-up/drop-off

7,5

Value

7,1

Sixt

6,7
Okay
212 reviews508 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,9

Comfort

7,6

Overall

6,7

Pick-up/drop-off

6,8

Value

6,6

Europcar

7,2
Good
46 reviews651 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

7,2

Pick-up/drop-off

7,1

Value

7,3

Budget

6,9
Okay
42 reviews311 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,4

Comfort

7,3

Overall

6,9

Pick-up/drop-off

7,0

Value

6,6

Hertz

6,9
Okay
56 reviews287 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,8

Comfort

7,5

Overall

6,9

Pick-up/drop-off

7,1

Value

6,7

Thrifty

10,0
Wonderful
2 reviews189 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

8,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

10,0

keddy by Europcar

8,6
Very Good
1 review823 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,6

Comfort

9,3

Overall

8,6

Pick-up/drop-off

8,6

Value

8,6

Avis

6,1
Okay
23 reviews376 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,3

Comfort

6,8

Overall

6,1

Pick-up/drop-off

6,4

Value

6,3

Best Germany car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Germany. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Germany with an average daily rate of R815. Data was last updated on 24 April 2025.
Take a peek at some options we've found for car hires in Germany, including locations near Munich, Frankfurt am Main and Berlin. Make sure to examine important information for each deal, including price, car type, and pickup location.
Ford FiestaR537/day
2
M
A/C
Ford Fiesta
Suzuki CiazR568/day
4
M
A/C
Suzuki Ciaz
Toyota RAV4R591/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota RAV4

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Germany, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 24 April 2025.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Germany?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Thrifty (10,0 rating), keddy by Europcar (8,6 rating) and BUCHBINDER (8,0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Germany.

  • What is the most popular car hire provider in Germany?

    With an average price of R651/day, Alamo is the most popular car hire provider in Germany, booking 207% more hire cars than any other provider.

  • What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Germany?

    When visiting Germany, it is typically cheapest to hire your car in Munich where rental cars typically will cost around R630/day (57% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest car hire price in Germany was found in Munich for just R462/day.

  • What side of the road do you drive on in Germany?

    Cars in Germany are to be driven on the right side of the road.

Van hires in Germany

Find people carrier hire deals in Germany from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. people carrier hires in Germany cost an average of R1 464 per day. Price data was last updated on 24 April 2025.
To help you find the right van hire during your time in Germany, we've assembled these deals, with options in the Munich, Frankfurt am Main and Berlin area. Be sure to come back soon for more deals if you don't find one that is perfect for you.
Suzuki ErtigaR1 212/day
5
M
A/C
Suzuki Ertiga
Suzuki ErtigaR1 218/day
5
M
A/C
Suzuki Ertiga
Toyota AvanzaR1 264/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Avanza

Car hires by fuel type in Germany

Browse car hires by fuel type in Germany. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Germany. Deals were last updated on 24 April 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Germany. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (R43+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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