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Cheap Car Hire in Mexico City from R308

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 Mexico City with a pick-up date of 15/6 and drop-off date of 24/6. 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 Mexico City?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Mexico City 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 15 April 2025.

January

R340

February

R245

March

R283

April

R397

May

R435

June

R397

July

R416

August

R359

September

R283

October

R321

November

R340

December

R605

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Mexico City is February. 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 City

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Mexico City and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 15 April 2025.

There are currently 168 hire locations operating in Mexico City spread across 36 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Mexico City is medium car at R308 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

Standard

Standard

People carrier

People carrier

R1 023+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Compare available car types for rental in Mexico City

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Mexico City to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 15 April 2025.

Small cars

R211 - R1 351

All Car Types

R211 - R1 412

To hire a small car in Mexico City, Mexico, you would pay an average price of R334/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Mexico City, Mexico (~R211/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is April (~R1 351/day). In fact, October is about 37% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Mexico City. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Mexico City, renting a small car saves you 35% 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 Mexico City small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Volkswagen Polo VivoR374/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo Vivo
Toyota Corolla QuestR397/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest

Top rental agencies in Mexico City

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Mexico City known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Mexico City. Reviews were last updated on 15 April 2025.
Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in Mexico City, including MEXRENTACAR , Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Avis in Mexico City. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a car hire agency.

MEXRENTACAR

4,4
Mediocre
32 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5,0

Comfort

5,3

Overall

4,4

Pick-up/drop-off

4,5

Value

4,5

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

6,4
Okay
2 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,0

Comfort

6,6

Overall

6,4

Pick-up/drop-off

6,4

Value

5,8

Avis

4,8
Mediocre
5 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,7

Comfort

6,1

Overall

4,8

Pick-up/drop-off

4,0

Value

5,8

Europcar

4,2
Mediocre
7 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

4,2

Comfort

4,4

Overall

4,2

Pick-up/drop-off

3,8

Value

3,9

Budget

4,1
Mediocre
7 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

4,8

Comfort

4,8

Overall

4,1

Pick-up/drop-off

4,1

Value

4,2

Sixt

3,8
Poor
6 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

3,7

Comfort

3,4

Overall

3,8

Pick-up/drop-off

4,3

Value

3,7

Payless

3,0
Poor
5 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

3,5

Comfort

3,0

Overall

3,0

Pick-up/drop-off

3,0

Value

3,5

GREEN MOTION

3,0
Poor
7 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

3,7

Comfort

3,2

Overall

3,0

Pick-up/drop-off

3,0

Value

3,0

Best Mexico City car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Mexico City. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Mexico City with an average daily rate of R487. Data was last updated on 15 April 2025.
Peruse the best Mexico City car hire deals we've found. Be sure to confirm the details of the deal, such as car type, daily rate, and pickup location.
Toyota Corolla QuestR308/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest
Hyundai i20R374/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai i20
Toyota CorollaR385/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Mexico City, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 15 April 2025.
  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Mexico City?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Mexico City from the following companies over the past two weeks: Europcar (R374/day), keddy by Europcar (R423/day), and Thrifty (R432/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Mexico City?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Enterprise Rent-A-Car (7,3 rating), Infinity Car Rental (6,7 rating) and National (6,6 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Mexico City.

  • What are petrol prices like in Mexico City?

    The average price of petrol in Mexico City is R23,66/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R1 064 and R1 537 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Mexico City for a week from GREEN MOTION ?

    GREEN MOTION is one of the top picks in Mexico City. They can have you in a hire car for about R5 842 per week on average.

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

    Booking early almost always ensures you have more options of car models to choose from, as well as prices reduced by up to 75% to make it a great deal in Mexico City. Try to book at least 7 days prior to when you need the car hire to close on a rate below the average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Mexico City?

    The length of time you can book a car hire for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Mexico City it should be possible to hire a car for a whole month if needed.

  • How much is a car hire in Mexico City for a weekend?

    R0 is typically the average cost for a hire car for the weekend in Mexico City, though this could vary depending on the time of year. If you’re on a budget when travelling to Mexico City, then opt for a Economy hire vehicle - these tend to be the most affordable on weekends. In the month of May, you can expect to find car hire prices on Cheapflights for as low as R0/day.

  • What car do most people hire in Mexico City?

    The most popular car to hire while in Mexico City is the Nissan X-Trail, which is a Full-size vehicle.

Van hires in Mexico City

Find people carrier hire deals in Mexico City from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. people carrier hires in Mexico City cost an average of R1 173 per day. Price data was last updated on 15 April 2025.
These are some of the best deals we've found on van hires in the Mexico City area at the moment. If you're not finding the right deal for your van hire, check back soon as deals are constantly being refreshed.
Suzuki ErtigaR787/day
5
M
A/C
Suzuki Ertiga
Toyota AvanzaR1 118/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Avanza
Toyota AvanzaR1 343/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Avanza

Car hires by fuel type in Mexico City

Browse car hires by fuel type in Mexico City. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Mexico City. Deals were last updated on 15 April 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Mexico City. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (R19+).

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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