Mexico car hires in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Mexico. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 21 February 2025.
Most common car type | Full-size |
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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Mexico?
Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Mexico 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 21 February 2025.
January
R311
February
R275
March
R311
April
R275
May
R256
June
R275
July
R330
August
R330
September
R238
October
R256
November
R256
December
R550
Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Mexico is September. 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 Mexico
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Mexico and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 21 February 2025.
Economy
R410+
Compact
R419+
Intermediate
R508+
Standard
R432+
People carrier
R1 117+
Compact SUV
R569+
Intermediate SUV
R671+
Compare available car types for rental in Mexico
Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Mexico to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 21 February 2025.
Small cars | R166 - R1 556 | |
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All Car Types | R168 - R2 283 |
To hire a small car in Mexico, you would pay an average price of R321/day. July is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Mexico (~R166/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is May (~R1 556/day). In fact, July is about 49% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Mexico. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Mexico, renting a small car saves you 56% 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 hire a medium car in Mexico, you would pay an average price of R226/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Mexico (~R133/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~R961/day). In fact, October is about 42% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Mexico. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Mexico, renting a medium car saves you 69% 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 hire a SUV in Mexico, you would pay an average price of R746/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Mexico (~R246/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~R4 122/day). In fact, August is about 68% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Mexico. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Mexico, renting a SUV is 4% 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.
Top rental agencies in Mexico
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Mexico known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Mexico. Reviews were last updated on 21 February 2025.
Choose from the top car hiring agencies available in Mexico, including locations near Cancún, Mexico City and La Lira. Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in Mexico, including locations around Cancún, Mexico City and La Lira.
Sunnycars
Hertz
Europcar
keddy by Europcar
Avis
Thrifty
National
Dollar
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Mexico, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 21 February 2025.
Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Mexico?
Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Enterprise Rent-A-Car (6,8 rating), Avis (6,0 rating) and National (5,4 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Mexico.
What is the most popular car hire provider in Mexico?
The most popular car hire company at Mexico is Ace. With prices on ECONOMY starting at R120/day about 60% more people book with Ace than other companies in the country.
What side of the road do you drive on in Mexico?
In Mexico, drivers are expected to drive on the right side of the road.