Detroit

Cheap Car Rentals in Detroit from $135

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a car hire in Detroit with a pick-up date of 9/6 and drop-off date of 20/6. 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.
Detroit, MI, United States
6 May — 13 May
Driver's age: 26-65
Detroit, MI, United States
Mon 6/5
Noon
Mon 13/5
Noon

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 29 April 2024.

January

$94

February

$94

March

$106

April

$109

May

$106

June

$114

July

$127

August

$126

September

$106

October

$104

November

$104

December

$94

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 29 April 2024.

In Detroit, there are 21 active hire locations from 13 car hire companies. pickup truck is the cheapest car type to hire in Detroit in the past week - currently priced from $135/day. View deals for 3 car types available to hire in this destination:

Economy

Economy

People mover

People mover

Premium

Premium

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

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 29 April 2024.

Small cars

$63 - $170

All Car Types

$69 - $170

To hire a small car in Detroit, the United States, you would pay an average price of $72/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Detroit, the United States (~$63/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$170/day). In fact, October is about 14% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Detroit. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Detroit, hiring a small car saves you 8% 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 Detroit small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in Detroit, the United States, you would pay an average price of $56/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Detroit, the United States (~$65/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~$176/day). In fact, March is about 16% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Detroit. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Detroit, hiring a SUV saves you 30% 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 Detroit SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Suzuki Swift$137/day
2
M
A/C
Suzuki Swift

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 29 April 2024.
Have a look at the top rental car agencies available in Detroit, including Dollar, Thrifty and Payless. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a rental car agency.

Dollar

7.1
Good
169 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

6.8

Thrifty

6.7
Okay
107 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.5

Overall

6.6

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

6.6

Payless

5.8
Fair
135 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.9

Overall

5.7

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

6.1

Budget

5.7
Fair
241 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.6

Overall

5.7

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

5.9

Alamo

8.5
Very Good
96 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.8

Value

8.2

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.1
Very Good
48 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

7.6

Hertz

7.2
Good
54 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

6.8

Avis

5.5
Fair
39 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.8

Overall

5.4

Pick-up/drop-off

5.6

Value

5.8

Best Detroit car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Detroit. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Detroit with an average daily rate of $143. Data was last updated on 29 April 2024.
These are the best deals we've found on rentals cars in Detroit. Check back soon for more deals if you're not finding the one you're looking for.
Ford Ranger$135/day
5
2
M
A/C
Ford Ranger
Suzuki Swift$137/day
2
M
A/C
Suzuki Swift
Mitsubishi ASX$149/day
4
M
A/C
Mitsubishi ASX

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Detroit, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 29 April 2024.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Detroit?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (8.8 rating), National (8.3 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (7.8 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 $1.76/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $79 and $114 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Detroit for a week from Budget?

    Budget offers hire cars in Detroit for about $934 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Detroit 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 25% to make it a great deal in Detroit. 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 Detroit?

    Yes, renting a vehicle in Detroit for a month is certainly possible.

  • How much is a car hire in Detroit for a weekend?

    $0 is, on average, how much a car hire costs for the weekend in Detroit. To save money, consider booking a Pick-up truck car hire, which is the cheapest car during the weekend. If you are looking for a car hire in May, we’ve seen prices on Cheapflights for as low as $0 per day.

  • What car do most people hire in Detroit?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Detroit is Standard (Volkswagen Tiguan) based on our Cheapflights data.

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