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Cheap Car Rentals in Europe from C$ 7

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 Europe with a pick-up date of 22/1 and drop-off date of 29/1. 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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Europe car rentals in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Europe. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 17 January 2025.

Most popular company

Klass Wagen

Average price per day

C$ 43

Cheapest price per day

C$ 7

What are the car hire rental for popular cities in Europe?

Discover the price range for renting a car in popular cities across Europe, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 17 January 2025.

Price

C$ 7 - C$ 16

Out of all the popular cities in Europe, Bucharest is the cheapest city to rent a car in at just C$ 7/day. Renting a car in Bucharest is 56% cheaper than renting one in Zagreb where the per day rate is around C$ 16. Other fairly inexpensive cities in Europe to get a rental car in are: Lisbon (C$ 9/day), Tirana (C$ 9/day), and Rome (C$ 10/day). While these cities typically have cheaper prices than the rest of the country, travelers looking to rent a car in Lisbon should expect to spend around C$ 9/day on their transportation. The most popular city to rent a car in Europe is Lisbon.

Popular car types in Europe

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Europe and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 17 January 2025.
Economy

Economy

C$ 7+

Compact

Compact

C$ 7+

Intermediate

Intermediate

C$ 7+

Standard

Standard

C$ 22+

SUV

SUV

C$ 10+

Minivan

Minivan

C$ 48+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

C$ 49+

Mini

Mini

C$ 7+

Compare available car types for rental in Europe

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Europe to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 17 January 2025.

Small cars

C$ 24 - C$ 60

All Car Types

C$ 37 - C$ 104

To rent a small car in Europe, you would pay an average price of C$ 41/day. November is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Europe (~C$ 24/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~C$ 60/day). In fact, November is about 43% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Europe. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Europe, renting a small car saves you 44% 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 Europe small car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a medium car in Europe, you would pay an average price of C$ 70/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Europe (~C$ 41/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~C$ 94/day). In fact, February is about 42% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Europe. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Europe, renting a medium car saves you 7% 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 Europe medium car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a large car in Europe, you would pay an average price of C$ 142/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Europe (~C$ 73/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~C$ 179/day). In fact, February is about 49% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for Europe. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Europe, renting a large car is 48% 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 Europe large car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a SUV in Europe, you would pay an average price of C$ 60/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Europe (~C$ 36/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~C$ 80/day). In fact, February is about 41% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Europe. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Europe, renting a SUV 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 Europe SUV rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a van in Europe, you would pay an average price of C$ 166/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a van in Europe (~C$ 99/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~C$ 211/day). In fact, February is about 41% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van rental for Europe. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Europe, renting a van is 55% 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 Europe van rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a luxury car in Europe, you would pay an average price of C$ 157/day. November is the cheapest month to rent a luxury car in Europe (~C$ 90/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~C$ 227/day). In fact, November is about 44% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car rental for Europe. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Europe, renting a luxury car is 53% 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 Europe luxury car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a convertible in Europe, you would pay an average price of C$ 122/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a convertible in Europe (~C$ 27/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~C$ 295/day). In fact, January is about 78% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a convertible rental for Europe. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Europe, renting a convertible is 39% 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.

Toyota YarisC$ 7/day
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A/C
Toyota Yaris
Nissan VersaC$ 7/day
4
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A/C
Nissan Versa

Tips for renting a car in Europe

Browse helpful tips for renting a car in Europe including age restrictions, car type suggestions and more. Tips were last updated on 17 January 2025.
  • While there are many regions in Europe that are known for their walkability, renting a car offers the option to see more, and to see it more quickly. With no shortage of museums, landscapes, and travel destinations to explore, some of the most popular countries in which rental vehicles are desired are France, Ireland, Iceland, Italy, Germany, Denmark, and Norway. When choosing the best rental for your needs, be sure to consider that many of these destinations feature narrow, winding roads. We recommend renting the smallest model to meet your needs, which is not only a cost-effective practice, but one which will give you greater maneuverability.
  • When renting a vehicle in Europe, it will be to your advantage to choose a large, well-known company, as they will have more options for pickup and drop-off locations and more vehicle options to choose from. Two major Europe-based agencies are Eurocap and SIXT, although most of the major US rental agencies have locations present throughout Europe as well, such as Enterprise. If planning your pickup in a different location than the one in which you will drop off your vehicle, be sure to note that extra charges may apply, particularly if you plan to return your vehicle to a different country than the one in which you originally rented it. Italy, Spain, and far eastern Europe are among some of the more expensive one-way border-crossing countries. Additionally, picking up your rental vehicle at an airport or train station typically incurs a convenience fee.
  • For ease of navigating your rental car around Europe, make sure you are familiar with the ways their city centers are traditionally laid out. Most European towns are well-signed to direct you to the “old town” or center, where tourist offices are often located. Another trick is to search for the tallest spire in view and head towards it. This will almost always lead you to the center of the town.

Best Europe car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Europe. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. Data was last updated on 17 January 2025.
Toyota YarisC$ 7/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris
Nissan VersaC$ 7/day
4
M
A/C
Nissan Versa
Kia SportageC$ 7/day
4
M
A/C
Kia Sportage

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Europe, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 17 January 2025.
  • Should I rent a car in Europe?

    Renting a car in Europe allows you the freedom and convenience of going where you want to go, where you want to go there. There are many countries that do not offer public transportation to their more rural destinations, so if you’re looking to take to the European countryside, your best option is to secure your own vehicle. This will also allow you to break free of public transportation schedules to create your own flexible itinerary.

  • What is driving like in Europe?

    Driving in Europe is like driving in the United States throughout much of Europe. European countries drive on the right side of the road except for the United Kingdom, Ireland, Cyprus, and Malta. Seat belts and car restraints (for children who are less than 12 years old or under four feet and nine inches in height) are required, which, along with speed limits are enforced throughout much of Europe with street cameras. Note that you are not allowed to turn right at a red light in Europe. In addition, handheld devices are illegal to use and in some countries like France and Spain, it is also illegal to use hands-free phones.

  • How old do you have to be to rent a car in Europe?

    To rent a car in Europe, you must be between the ages of 18 and 25, depending on the country in which you pick up your vehicle and which car class you have selected to rent. Specialty and luxury models tend to require higher age limits to rent, or minimally, they require a young driver’s fee. You will also need a valid driver’s license, and many countries recommend an international driver’s permit as well.

  • What is the cheapest rental car found in Europe?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under C$ 46/day when booking a rental car in Europe. The best deal a user found was for C$ 21/day from SURPRICE CAR RENTAL , booked on Jan. 12.

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

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Europe from the following companies over the past two weeks: Allegiance (C$ 17/day), U-Save (C$ 17/day), and GREEN MOTION (C$ 19/day).

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Europe for a week from Klass Wagen?

    Renting a car in Europe for a week can be a great option for travel. Klass Wagen, the most popular car rental company for this area, offers rental cars for around C$ 184/week on average.

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

    Generally, for a better deal in Europe it’s recommended to book in a timely manner (to save up to 40%). Cheapflights recommends you book around 7 days prior to your pickup date. Booking as early as you can also increases the likelihood that you’ll get the ideal car.

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

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

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

    Prices can be as low as C$ 789 if you consider booking with SURPRICE CAR RENTAL . That price represents savings of 39% compared to the Europe average. The monthly cost of a car rental in Europe is on average C$ 789 (C$ 26/day).

Small car rentals in Europe

Find small car rental deals in Europe from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car rentals in Europe cost an average of C$ 7 per day. Price data was last updated on 17 January 2025.
Honda FitC$ 7/day
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5
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A/C
Honda Fit
Honda FitC$ 7/day
2
5
M
A/C
Honda Fit
Honda FitC$ 7/day
2
5
M
Honda Fit

Car rentals by fuel type in Europe

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Europe. Currently, Gas/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Europe. Deals were last updated on 17 January 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Europe. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Gas/Diesel being the cheapest (C$ 5+).

Electric

Electric

C$ 6+

Gas/Diesel

Gas/Diesel

C$ 5+

Hybrid

Hybrid

C$ 5+

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