Cheap Car Hire in Madrid, Spain from R194
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 Madrid with a pick-up date of 19/5 and drop-off date of 29/5. 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 Madrid?
Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Madrid, Spain 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 10 April 2025.
January
R333
February
R353
March
R314
April
R510
May
R510
June
R490
July
R667
August
R706
September
R451
October
R549
November
R451
December
R726
Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Madrid is March. The most expensive time to rent a car is December. 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 Madrid, Spain
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Madrid, Spain and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 10 April 2025.
There are currently 245 hire locations operating in Madrid spread across 63 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Madrid is small car at R194 a day. Below are all the 4 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:
Economy
R194+
Compact
R200+
Intermediate
R329+
Mini
R180+
Passenger van
R1 267+
Premium SUV
R976+
Compact SUV
R236+
Intermediate SUV
R369+
Compare available car types for rental in Madrid, Spain
Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Madrid, Spain to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 10 April 2025.
Small cars | R327 - R2 272 | |
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All Car Types | R352 - R2 272 |
To hire a small car in Madrid, Spain, you would pay an average price of R719/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Madrid, Spain (~R327/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~R2 272/day). In fact, October is about 55% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Madrid. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Madrid, renting a small car saves you 31% 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 Madrid small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a medium car in Madrid, Spain, you would pay an average price of R928/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Madrid, Spain (~R357/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is April (~R4 398/day). In fact, October is about 62% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Madrid. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Madrid, renting a medium car saves you 11% 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 Madrid medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a SUV in Madrid, Spain, you would pay an average price of R938/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Madrid, Spain (~R582/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is April (~R4 063/day). In fact, May is about 38% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Madrid. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Madrid, renting a SUV saves you 10% 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 Madrid SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Top rental agencies in Madrid, Spain
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Madrid, Spain known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Madrid, Spain. Reviews were last updated on 10 April 2025.
Hire a car with one of the top providers serving the Madrid area such as Europcar, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Thrifty. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a car hire agency.
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Best Madrid, Spain car hire deals found
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Madrid, Spain. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Madrid, Spain with an average daily rate of R567. Data was last updated on 10 April 2025.
Check out some of the very best car hire deals we've found in Madrid. Deals are updated frequently so be sure to check back soon for more options.
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Madrid, Spain, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 10 April 2025.
What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Madrid?
According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Madrid from the following companies over the past two weeks: Record Go (R194/day), Goldcar Rental SP (R267/day), and CLICK RENT (R369/day).
Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Madrid?
Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Europcar (9,0 rating), CLICK RENT (8,8 rating) and Avis (8,2 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Madrid.
What are petrol prices like in Madrid?
The average price of petrol in Madrid is R32,00/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R1 440 and R2 079 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Madrid for a week from Hertz?
Hiring a car in Madrid for a week can be a great option for travel. Hertz, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around R7 607/week on average.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Madrid for the best price?
Booking early can save you upwards of 53% on your car hire. Booking your vehicle at least 7 days in advance can you get you a great below-average price in Madrid.
Can I rent a car for a month in Madrid?
Yes, hiring a vehicle in Madrid for a month is certainly possible.
How much is a car hire in Madrid for a weekend?
Car hire prices in Madrid are typically R0 for the weekend. On Cheapflights, you’ll be able to find great car hire deals on any type of vehicle. However, consider hiring a Economy to save money on your trip to R0. Our users have found prices for Economy car hire in May to be on average R0 per day.
What car do most people hire in Madrid?
Fiat 500, which is a Mini vehicle, is the most popular to hire at Madrid according to Cheapflights users.
Small car hires in Madrid, Spain
Find small car hire deals in Madrid, Spain from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car hires in Madrid, Spain cost an average of R558 per day. Price data was last updated on 10 April 2025.
Van hires in Madrid, Spain
Find people carrier hire deals in Madrid, Spain from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. people carrier hires in Madrid, Spain cost an average of R2 311 per day. Price data was last updated on 10 April 2025.
Peruse some of the best options we've found for hirin a van in the Madrid area. To provide you with as many options as possible, we're constantly adding new deals so check back soon if you're not finding the one right for you.
Car hires by fuel type in Madrid, Spain
Browse car hires by fuel type in Madrid, Spain. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Madrid, Spain. Deals were last updated on 10 April 2025.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Madrid, Spain. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (R10+).
Electric
R10+
Hybrid
R14+
Petrol/Diesel
R36+