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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 21 December 2024.

January

HK$427

February

HK$435

March

HK$489

April

HK$512

May

HK$528

June

HK$590

July

HK$637

August

HK$559

September

HK$481

October

HK$489

November

HK$474

December

HK$442

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.

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 21 December 2024.

Medium cars

HK$270 - HK$736

All Car Types

HK$270 - HK$798

To hire a medium car in Detroit, the United States, you would pay an average price of HK$213/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Detroit, the United States (~HK$270/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~HK$736/day). In fact, September is about 26% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Detroit. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Detroit, hiring a medium car saves you 37% 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.

To hire a SUV in Detroit, the United States, you would pay an average price of HK$271/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Detroit, the United States (~HK$360/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~HK$1,036/day). In fact, June is about 32% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Detroit. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Detroit, hiring a SUV saves you 20% 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.

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 21 December 2024.
Rent a vehicle with one of these top rental car agencies serving Detroit, such as Budget, Alamo and Enterprise Rent-A-Car. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.

Budget

5.5
Fair
132 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.4

Comfort

6.4

Overall

5.4

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

8.5

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.5
Good
36 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.1

Hertz

7.0
Good
30 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

6.7

Dollar

6.8
Okay
45 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.7

Pick-up/drop-off

6.9

Value

6.5

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

6.5
Okay
21 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

6.3

Avis

5.0
Fair
27 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.5

Comfort

6.8

Overall

5.0

Pick-up/drop-off

5.7

Value

5.8

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Detroit, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 21 December 2024.
  • Which car hire 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 (7.4 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Detroit.

  • What are petrol prices like in Detroit?

    The average price of petrol in Detroit is HK$7.00/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between HK$315 and HK$455 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Detroit for a week from Dollar?

    Dollar offers hire cars in Detroit for about HK$2,028 per week on average.

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

    Generally, for a better deal in Detroit it’s recommended to book in a timely manner (to save up to 26%). 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 Detroit?

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

  • What car do most people hire in Detroit?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Detroit is Intermediate (Kia Forte) based on our Cheapflights data.

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