Mexico

Cheap Car Rentals in Mexico from $15

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 with a pick-up date of 23/4 and drop-off date of 26/4. 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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Mexico car rentals in 2026

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 10 April 2026.

Most popular company

National

Most common car type

Full-size

Average price per day

$68

Cheapest price per day

$15

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 10 April 2026.

There are 69 hire agencies servicing Mexico. These agencies, altogether, have 2,667 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Mexico with prices from $15 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 5 car types you can hire in Mexico:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

People mover

People mover

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Compare car rental deals in Mexico by type

Here are the best Mexico small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Mexico medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Mexico SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Skoda Scala$15/day
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Skoda Scala
Hyundai Accent$15/day
4
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Hyundai Accent
Toyota Prius c$15/day
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5
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Toyota Prius c

Best car rental deals found in Mexico

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Mexico. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Mexico with an average daily rate of $36. Data was last updated on 10 April 2026.
Skoda Scala$15/day
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Skoda Scala
Volkswagen Golf$15/day
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Volkswagen Golf
Hyundai Accent$15/day
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A/C
Hyundai Accent

Cheapflights insights for Mexico car rentals

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Mexico, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Mexico?

Book your rental car in Mexico 3 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car rental prices are around $22/day on average when booked 3 days ahead, which saves you 31% off the average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Mexico?

Ace is currently the cheapest car hire company in Mexico with deals as low as $9.35/day found in the past two weeks. Sixt is another inexpensive option with rates as low as $19.37/day.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Mexico?

Planning to hire a car in Mexico? September is the cheapest month, costing about $21 per day. In contrast, December is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of $49. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

$27

February

$26

March

$27

April

$30

May

$23

June

$24

July

$30

August

$25

September

$21

October

$24

November

$25

December

$49

What car do most people hire in Mexico?

SUV cars (Chevrolet Suburban, for example) are the most popular in Mexico. Premium (Chevrolet Suburban) and Mini (Nissan March) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Mexico.

Which car hire company has the most locations in Mexico?

Sunnycars has 217 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in Mexico at 164.

What are the car rental prices for popular cities in Mexico?

Discover the price range for hiring a car in popular cities across Mexico, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 879 pickup locations in Mexico to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 10 April 2026.

If you're looking for the best car rental deals in Mexico, start with Mexico City, where rates average $11/day. You can also find good prices in La Paz ($16/day), Cancún ($24/day), and Puerto Vallarta ($25/day).

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 10 April 2026.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

6.5
Okay
113 reviews98 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.0

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.7

Value

5.9

Avis

6.0
Okay
122 reviews121 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.1

Alamo

4.9
Mediocre
237 reviews85 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.3

Comfort

5.3

Overall

4.9

Pick-up/drop-off

5.0

Value

4.6

MEXRENTACAR

4.3
Mediocre
612 reviews71 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.5

Comfort

5.4

Overall

4.3

Pick-up/drop-off

4.6

Value

4.4

Budget

4.1
Mediocre
191 reviews94 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

4.7

Comfort

4.6

Overall

4.1

Pick-up/drop-off

4.3

Value

4.0

Europcar

3.7
Poor
210 reviews140 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.0

Comfort

4.7

Overall

3.7

Pick-up/drop-off

4.1

Value

3.6

Hertz

3.6
Poor
189 reviews164 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

4.8

Comfort

4.6

Overall

3.6

Pick-up/drop-off

4.0

Value

3.6

National

5.8
Fair
62 reviews106 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.4

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.2

Value

5.5

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Mexico, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 10 April 2026.
  • What is the most popular car hire provider in Mexico?

    With an average price of $206/day, Hertz is the most popular car hire provider in Mexico, booking 67% more hire cars than any other provider.

  • What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Mexico?

    At $8/day, the cheapest car rental price in Mexico was found in La Paz. On average, La Paz has the cheapest daily rental car price ($16/day), which is 77% below average price for cities in Mexico.

  • What side of the road do you drive on in Mexico?

    Cars in Mexico are to be driven on the right side of the road.

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