Detroit car rentals in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Detroit. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 18 August 2025.
Most popular company | DOLLAR |
|---|---|
Price of petrol per litre | $1.56 |
Average price per day | $398 |
Cheapest price per day | $398 |
Cheapflights insights for Detroit car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Detroit, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Detroit?
Book your rental car in Detroit 7 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car rental prices are around $95/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 45% off the average price.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Detroit?
Looking to hire a car in Detroit? Thrifty had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only $64.70/day. Alamo also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at $83.63/day.
What is the best car rental company in Detroit?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Detroit is Budget (rated 5.5/10 with 130 reviews). Alamo (rated 8.8/10 with 44 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Detroit?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Detroit is January, when you can expect to pay $88/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Detroit is July ($142/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.
January
$88
February
$98
March
$105
April
$98
May
$108
June
$128
July
$142
August
$125
September
$106
October
$105
November
$103
December
$105
Which car hire company has the most locations in Detroit?
Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 4 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in Detroit at 3.
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 18 August 2025.
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Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Detroit, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 18 August 2025.
What is the cheapest hire car found in Detroit?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $398/day when booking a car hire in Detroit. The absolute best deal a user found was for $398/day from Dollar, booked on Aug. 17.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Detroit for a week from Dollar?
Dollar offers hire cars in Detroit for about $2,789 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Detroit?
Yes, renting a vehicle in Detroit for a month is certainly possible.