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Cheap Car Rentals in Colorado from $45

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 Colorado with a pick-up date of 5/5 and drop-off date of 3/6. 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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Colorado car rentals in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Colorado. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 28 April 2025.

Most common car type

Intermediate

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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Colorado 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 28 April 2025.

January

$80

February

$90

March

$80

April

$56

May

$78

June

$113

July

$134

August

$122

September

$98

October

$90

November

$72

December

$107

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Colorado is April. 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 Colorado

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Colorado and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 28 April 2025.

At $45/day, SUV is the cheapest car type available for hire in Colorado in the past week. Out of 347 car hire agencies operating in Colorado, there are, in total, 17,350 hire locations. View below for 4 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Full-size

Full-size

People mover

People mover

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Premium

Premium

Luxury

Luxury

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Compare available car types for rental in Colorado

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Colorado to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 28 April 2025.

Small cars

$66 - $102

All Car Types

$87 - $154

To hire a small car in Colorado, you would pay an average price of $88/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Colorado (~$66/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~$102/day). In fact, October is about 25% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Colorado. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Colorado, hiring a small car saves you 23% 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 Colorado small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Colorado, you would pay an average price of $114/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Colorado (~$75/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is November (~$169/day). In fact, December is about 35% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Colorado. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Colorado, hiring a medium car is 0% 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 Colorado medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Colorado, you would pay an average price of $153/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Colorado (~$95/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~$195/day). In fact, May is about 38% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Colorado. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Colorado, hiring a large car is 26% 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 Colorado large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in Colorado, you would pay an average price of $116/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Colorado (~$74/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~$168/day). In fact, December is about 37% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Colorado. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Colorado, hiring a SUV is 3% 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 Colorado SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Kia Picanto$70/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto

Top rental agencies in Colorado

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Colorado known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Colorado. Reviews were last updated on 28 April 2025.

Alamo

8.3
Very Good
131 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

7.9

Sixt

7.6
Good
333 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

7.3

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.0
Good
229 reviews35 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.2

Overall

6.9

Pick-up/drop-off

6.9

Value

6.8

Avis

6.4
Okay
223 reviews19 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.4

Budget

6.2
Okay
406 reviews20 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

6.2

Dollar

5.5
Fair
145 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.4

Overall

5.5

Pick-up/drop-off

5.6

Value

5.9

Payless

5.5
Fair
187 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.5

Comfort

6.7

Overall

5.5

Pick-up/drop-off

5.4

Value

6.1

Hertz

5.4
Fair
425 reviews20 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.1

Comfort

6.2

Overall

5.4

Pick-up/drop-off

5.3

Value

5.6

Best Colorado car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Colorado. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Colorado with an average daily rate of $70. Data was last updated on 28 April 2025.
Nissan X-Trail$45/day
5
M
A/C
Nissan X-Trail
Nissan X-Trail$45/day
5
M
A/C
Nissan X-Trail
Volkswagen Passat$52/day
5
M
A/C
Volkswagen Passat

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Colorado, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 28 April 2025.
  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Colorado?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Colorado from the following companies over the past two weeks: Economy Rent a Car ($45/day), Routes Car & Truck Rentals ($70/day), and Dollar ($76/day).

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Resla (10.0 rating), Silvercar (9.0 rating) and Alamo (8.4 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Colorado.

  • What are petrol prices like in Colorado?

    The average price of petrol in Colorado is $1.51/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $68 and $98 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Colorado for a week from Routes Car & Truck Rentals?

    Routes Car & Truck Rentals is one of the most popular car hire companies in Colorado, offering car hire for around $508 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Colorado 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 29% to make it a great deal in Colorado. 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 Colorado?

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

Car rentals by fuel type in Colorado

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Colorado. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Colorado. Deals were last updated on 28 April 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Colorado. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest ($42+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

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