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Cheap Car Rentals in Detroit from C$ 43

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car rental in Detroit with a pick-up date of 25/11 and drop-off date of 2/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of rental. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Detroit car rentals in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Detroit. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 20 November 2024.

Most popular company

THRIFTY

Price of gas per litre

C$ 1.26

Average price per day

C$ 99

Cheapest price per day

C$ 43

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 20 November 2024.

January

C$ 77

February

C$ 78

March

C$ 88

April

C$ 92

May

C$ 95

June

C$ 106

July

C$ 114

August

C$ 100

September

C$ 86

October

C$ 88

November

C$ 85

December

C$ 78

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 rent in Detroit and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 20 November 2024.

There are 13 rental agencies servicing Detroit. These agencies, altogether, have 21 rental locations available. Need an affordable rental? small car is the cheapest car type to rent in Detroit with prices from C$ 52 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 6 car types you can rent in Detroit:

Economy

Economy

C$ 52+

Compact

Compact

C$ 52+

Intermediate

Intermediate

C$ 56+

Standard

Standard

C$ 57+

Full-size

Full-size

C$ 59+

Minivan

Minivan

C$ 80+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

C$ 85+

Luxury

Luxury

C$ 81+

Compare available car types for rental in Detroit

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental 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 20 November 2024.

Small cars

C$ 89 - C$ 174

All Car Types

C$ 114 - C$ 141

To rent a small car in Detroit, the United States, you would pay an average price of C$ 115/day. September is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Detroit, the United States (~C$ 89/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~C$ 174/day). In fact, September is about 24% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Detroit. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Detroit, renting a small car saves you 9% 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 rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a medium car in Detroit, the United States, you would pay an average price of C$ 102/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Detroit, the United States (~C$ 88/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~C$ 118/day). In fact, January is about 15% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Detroit. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Detroit, renting a medium car saves you 19% 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 medium car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a large car in Detroit, the United States, you would pay an average price of C$ 151/day. March is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Detroit, the United States (~C$ 123/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~C$ 173/day). In fact, March is about 20% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for Detroit. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Detroit, renting a large car is 17% 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 Detroit large car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a SUV in Detroit, the United States, you would pay an average price of C$ 122/day. May is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Detroit, the United States (~C$ 105/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~C$ 154/day). In fact, May is about 14% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Detroit. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Detroit, renting a SUV saves you 4% 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 rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a van in Detroit, the United States, you would pay an average price of C$ 188/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a van in Detroit, the United States (~C$ 124/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~C$ 309/day). In fact, February is about 35% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van rental for Detroit. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Detroit, renting a van is 33% 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 Detroit van rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a luxury car in Detroit, the United States, you would pay an average price of C$ 109/day. December is the cheapest month to rent a luxury car in Detroit, the United States (~C$ 66/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is May (~C$ 171/day). In fact, December is about 40% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car rental for Detroit. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Detroit, renting a luxury car saves you 14% 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 luxury car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Kia RioC$ 52/day
4
4
M
A/C
Kia Rio
Honda FitC$ 52/day
2
5
M
A/C
Honda Fit
Chevrolet SparkC$ 54/day
2
M
A/C
Chevrolet Spark

Top rental agencies in Detroit

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Detroit known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Detroit. Reviews were last updated on 20 November 2024.
Have a look at the top rental car agencies available in Detroit, including Budget, Alamo and Enterprise Rent-A-Car. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a rental car agency.

Budget

5.5
Fair
132 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.4

Comfort

6.4

Overall

5.5

Pick-up/drop-off

5.6

Value

5.7

Alamo

8.6
Very good
44 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.9

Overall

8.7

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

8.4

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.7
Good
35 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

7.3

Hertz

7.0
Good
30 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

6.7

Dollar

7.0
Good
45 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.5

Overall

6.9

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

6.7

National

7.8
Good
9 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Overall

7.9

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

7.5

Thrifty

6.6
Okay
24 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Overall

6.6

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

6.5

Payless

5.1
Fair
23 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.4

Comfort

6.5

Overall

5.0

Pick-up/drop-off

5.2

Value

5.4

Best Detroit car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Detroit. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Detroit with an average daily rate of C$ 64. Data was last updated on 20 November 2024.
Peruse the best Detroit car rental deals we've found. If these deals don't completely appeal to you, check back soon for alternative offers.
Kia RioC$ 52/day
4
4
M
A/C
Kia Rio
Honda FitC$ 52/day
2
5
M
A/C
Honda Fit
Toyota YarisC$ 54/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Detroit, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 20 November 2024.
  • What is the cheapest rental car found in Detroit?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under C$ 99/day when booking a rental car in Detroit. The best deal a user found was for C$ 64/day from Provider's pick, booked on Nov. 17.

  • What car rental company is typically the cheapest in Detroit?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Detroit from the following companies over the past two weeks: Dollar (C$ 48/day), Thrifty (C$ 52/day), and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (C$ 56/day).

  • Which car rental company is considered to be the best in Detroit?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (8.9 rating), National (7.8 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (7.5 rating) seem to be the best rental car companies in Detroit.

  • What are gas prices like in Detroit?

    The average gas price in Detroit is C$ 1.26/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between C$ 57 and C$ 82 to fill up a car’s gas tank.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Detroit for a week from Thrifty?

    Thrifty is one of the most popular car rental companies in Detroit, offering car rentals for around C$ 444 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I rent a car in Detroit for the best price?

    Booking in advance not only ensures a better chance of getting your vehicle of choice, it can save you up to 26% on your car rental. For a below average price in Detroit, Cheapflights recommends booking your car rental at least 7 days in advance.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Detroit?

    Yes, you can rent a car for a month in Detroit check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Detroit for a month?

    Provider's pick currently has the lowest price available for a month-long booking. Users have saved up to 40% compared to the average price of a 30-day rental in Detroit. Typically, a monthly car rental in Detroit can be found for C$ 1,902. You can find car rental deals to be on average C$ 63 a day.

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

    For a weekend car rental in Detroit, you can expect the average price to be around C$ 0. Usually a Supplier choice rental in Detroit is your cheapest weekend car rental option, though you should always check Cheapflights to see if there are other deals on alternative car rental types. If you do opt for renting a Supplier choice for December, it will cost approximately C$ 0 per day.

  • What car do most people rent in Detroit?

    Hyundai Kona, which is a Compact vehicle, is the most popular to rent at Detroit according to Cheapflights users.

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Small car rentals in Detroit

Find small car rental deals in Detroit from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car rentals in Detroit cost an average of C$ 100 per day. Price data was last updated on 20 November 2024.
Honda FitC$ 43/day
2
5
M
A/C
Honda Fit
Honda FitC$ 109/day
2
5
M
A/C
Honda Fit
Honda FitC$ 111/day
2
5
M
A/C
Honda Fit

Luxury car rentals in Detroit

Find luxury car rental deals in Detroit from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car rentals in Detroit cost an average of C$ 99 per day. Price data was last updated on 20 November 2024.
Check out some of the best deals we've found on luxury car rentals in the Detroit area. Be sure that the car type, dates, pickup location and other key details suit your needs.
Chrysler 300C$ 77/day
5
M
A/C
Chrysler 300
Audi A4C$ 81/day
5
2
M
A/C
Audi A4
Chrysler 300C$ 81/day
5
M
A/C
Chrysler 300

Van rentals in Detroit

Find van rental deals in Detroit from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. van rentals in Detroit cost an average of C$ 100 per day. Price data was last updated on 20 November 2024.
If you're in need of a larger vehicle, check out some of the deals we've found on van rentals in Detroit. Be sure to check back often to find alternative deals on van rentals.
Toyota SiennaC$ 80/day
5
5
M
A/C
Toyota Sienna
Toyota SiennaC$ 82/day
5
5
M
A/C
Toyota Sienna
Dodge Grand CaravanC$ 82/day
5
M
A/C
Dodge Grand Caravan

Car rentals by fuel type in Detroit

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Detroit. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Detroit. Deals were last updated on 20 November 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Detroit. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (C$ 54+).

Electric

Electric

C$ 54+

Gas/Diesel

Gas/Diesel

C$ 96+

Hybrid

Hybrid

C$ 59+

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