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Detroit car rentals in 2025

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 24 January 2025.

Most popular company

ENTERPRISE

Price of petrol per litre

AED 3.31

Average price per day

AED 269

Cheapest price per day

AED 267

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 24 January 2025.

January

AED 198

February

AED 205

March

AED 231

April

AED 242

May

AED 249

June

AED 282

July

AED 304

August

AED 264

September

AED 227

October

AED 231

November

AED 224

December

AED 231

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 24 January 2025.

Medium cars

AED 148 - AED 395

All Car Types

AED 170 - AED 397

To rent a medium car in Detroit, the United States, you would pay an average price of AED 204/day. December is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Detroit, the United States (~AED 148/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~AED 395/day). In fact, December is about 28% 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 23% 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 rent a large car in Detroit, the United States, you would pay an average price of AED 262/day. October is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Detroit, the United States (~AED 236/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is May (~AED 598/day). In fact, October is about 11% 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 saves you 1% 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 rent a SUV in Detroit, the United States, you would pay an average price of AED 210/day. August is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Detroit, the United States (~AED 151/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is September (~AED 613/day). In fact, August is about 29% 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 21% 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 24 January 2025.
Book your reservation with one of the top rental car agencies located in Detroit, including Budget, Alamo and Enterprise Rent-A-Car. Reviews, pricing info, pickup locations, and other important details are available to aid your decision.

Budget

5.4
Fair
134 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.4

Comfort

6.4

Overall

5.4

Pick-up/drop-off

5.6

Value

5.6

Alamo

8.7
Very Good
44 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

9.0

Overall

8.7

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

8.5

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.5
Good
36 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.1

Dollar

6.8
Okay
45 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.7

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

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

Hertz

7.0
Good
29 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

6.7

Thrifty

6.4
Okay
19 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

6.2

Payless

5.1
Fair
24 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.5

Comfort

6.5

Overall

5.1

Pick-up/drop-off

5.3

Value

5.4

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Detroit, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 24 January 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Detroit?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under AED 269/day when booking a car hire in Detroit. The absolute best deal a user found was for AED 267/day from Enterprise Rent-A-Car, booked on Jan. 20.

  • 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 AED 3.31/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between AED 149 and AED 215 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Detroit for a week from Enterprise Rent-A-Car?

    Enterprise Rent-A-Car offers hire cars in Detroit for about AED 1,880 per week on average.

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

    Booking early almost always ensures you have more options of car models to choose from, as well as prices reduced by up to 28% to make it a great deal in Detroit. Try to book at least 7 days prior to when you need the car hire to close on a rate below the average.

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

    The length of time you can book a rental for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Detroit it should be possible to rent a car for a whole month if needed.

  • What car do most people hire in Detroit?

    The most popular car to hire while in Detroit is the Toyota RAV4, which is a Standard vehicle.

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