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Cheap Car Rentals in Essen from C$ 50
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 Essen with a pick-up date of 5/9 and drop-off date of 25/9. 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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Popular car types in Essen
Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Essen and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 29 July 2025.
small car is the cheapest car type you can rent in Essen this past week from 45 rental locations out of 18 rental agencies. Prices for a Essen small car rental start from C$ 50/day. Check out available deals for 4 car types currently offered at listed car rental agencies here:
Economy
C$ 56+
Compact
C$ 50+
Intermediate
C$ 55+
Mini
C$ 56+
Premium
C$ 80+
Compact SUV
C$ 52+
Intermediate SUV
C$ 56+
Compact station wagon
C$ 58+
Compare car rental deals in Essen by type
Here are the best Essen small car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Mazda Mazda2C$ 50/day
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Mitsubishi MirageC$ 56/day
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Best car rental deals found in Essen
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Essen. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Essen with an average daily rate of C$ 67. Data was last updated on 29 July 2025.
The best prices on car rentals in Essen we've found at this time. If these deals don't completely appeal to you, check back soon for alternative offers.
Mazda Mazda2C$ 50/day
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Nissan QashqaiC$ 52/day
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Nissan SentraC$ 55/day
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Cheapflights insights for Essen car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you rent a car in Essen, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I rent a car in Essen?
To get the best deal on a rental car in Essen, book about 86 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around C$ 48, which is about 10% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the best car rental company in Essen?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Essen is keddy by Europcar (rated 10.0/10). Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 10.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Essen?
The cheapest month to rent a car in Essen is January, when you can expect to pay C$ 52/day on average. The most expensive month to rent a car in Essen is June (C$ 67/day on average). The average daily rental price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you rent.
January
C$ 52
February
C$ 56
March
C$ 54
April
C$ 60
May
C$ 63
June
C$ 67
July
C$ 67
August
C$ 62
September
C$ 63
October
C$ 58
November
C$ 52
December
C$ 66
What car do most people rent in Essen?
Economy rentals (Volkswagen Polo, for example) are the most popular in Essen. Compact (Class Special Car) and Mini (Opel Adam) rentals are also often chosen by our users when visiting Essen.
Which car rental company has the most locations in Essen?
Sunnycars has 7 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. BUCHBINDER has the second-highest number of locations in Essen at 4.
Top rental agencies in Essen
Explore the leading car rental agencies in Essen known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Essen. Reviews were last updated on 29 July 2025.
Have a look at the top rental car agencies available in Essen, including keddy by Europcar, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Sixt. Before making your selection, be sure to carefully review the feedback, double-check the pickup location, and verify other important details.
keddy by Europcar
4 locations
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Overall
10.0
Pick-up/drop-off
10.0
Value
10.0
Sixt
1 review•4 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.0
Overall
9.0
Pick-up/drop-off
9.0
Value
9.0
Budget
1 location
Europcar
4 locations
Dollar
1 location
Hertz
2 locations
Avis
1 location
Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Essen, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 29 July 2025.
Can I rent a car for a month in Essen?
Yes, renting a vehicle in Essen for a month is certainly possible.
Car rentals by fuel type in Essen
Browse car rentals by fuel type in Essen. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Essen. Deals were last updated on 29 July 2025.
Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Essen. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (C$ 49+).
Electric
C$ 49+
Gas/Diesel
C$ 94+