Mexico

Cheap Car Rentals in Mexico 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 Mexico with a pick-up date of 21/3 and drop-off date of 4/4. 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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Mexico car rentals in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Mexico. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 4 March 2026.

Most popular company

Budget

Most common car type

Standard

Average price per day

C$ 20

Cheapest price per day

C$ 7

Popular car types in Mexico

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Mexico and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 4 March 2026.

At C$ 7/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for rental in Mexico in the past week. Out of 69 car rental agencies operating in Mexico, there are, in total, 2,665 rental locations. View below for 5 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

C$ 7+

Compact

Compact

C$ 7+

Intermediate

Intermediate

C$ 7+

Standard

Standard

C$ 7+

Full-size

Full-size

C$ 7+

SUV

SUV

C$ 12+

Minivan

Minivan

C$ 24+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

C$ 12+

Compare car rental deals in Mexico by type

Here are the best Mexico small car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Mexico medium car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Mexico large car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Mexico SUV rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Mexico van rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Nissan SylphyC$ 7/day
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Nissan Sylphy
Hyundai AccentC$ 8/day
4
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A/C
Hyundai Accent

Best car rental deals found in Mexico

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Mexico. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Mexico with an average daily rate of C$ 9. Data was last updated on 4 March 2026.
Nissan SylphyC$ 7/day
4
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A/C
Nissan Sylphy
Mazda Mazda3C$ 7/day
5
M
A/C
Mazda Mazda3
Kia RioC$ 7/day
2
4
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A/C
Kia Rio

Cheapflights insights for Mexico car rentals

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you rent a car in Mexico, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I rent a car in Mexico?

For the best savings on car rentals in Mexico, make your reservation 7 days before pickup. The average price then is just C$ 21/day – about 13% less than the yearly average.

What is the cheapest rental car company in Mexico?

Looking to rent a car in Mexico? America Car Rental had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only C$ 3.78/day. MEXRENTACAR also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at C$ 3.79/day.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Mexico?

Planning a car rental in Mexico? September is the cheapest month, costing about C$ 20 per day. In contrast, December is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of C$ 40. Monthly average rental prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

C$ 25

February

C$ 22

March

C$ 22

April

C$ 26

May

C$ 21

June

C$ 21

July

C$ 25

August

C$ 24

September

C$ 20

October

C$ 20

November

C$ 24

December

C$ 40

What car do most people rent in Mexico?

The most popular types of cars to rent in Mexico are the following: Full-size rentals (Nissan Sentra or similar), Intermediate rentals (Volkswagen Jetta or similar), and SUV rentals (Jeep Wrangler or similar).

Which car rental company has the most locations in Mexico?

Sunnycars has 216 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in Mexico at 165.

What are the car rental prices for popular cities in Mexico?

Discover the price range for renting a car in popular cities across Mexico, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 894 pickup locations in Mexico to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 4 March 2026.

Out of all the popular cities in Mexico, Tijuana is the cheapest city to rent a car (C$ 4/day). Other popular cities in Mexico to get a cheap rental car are: Mérida (C$ 4/day), San José del Cabo (C$ 4/day), and Mazatlán (C$ 5/day).

Top rental agencies in Mexico

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Mexico known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Mexico. Reviews were last updated on 4 March 2026.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

6.2
Okay
121 reviews97 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

5.6

Avis

5.9
Fair
123 reviews121 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

6.8

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.0

Alamo

4.8
Mediocre
263 reviews85 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.3

Comfort

5.2

Overall

4.8

Pick-up/drop-off

4.9

Value

4.5

MEXRENTACAR

4.3
Mediocre
622 reviews71 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.5

Comfort

5.4

Overall

4.3

Pick-up/drop-off

4.6

Value

4.3

Budget

4.0
Mediocre
194 reviews94 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

4.6

Comfort

4.5

Overall

4.0

Pick-up/drop-off

4.2

Value

4.0

Europcar

3.7
Poor
220 reviews139 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.0

Comfort

4.6

Overall

3.7

Pick-up/drop-off

4.1

Value

3.5

Hertz

3.6
Poor
198 reviews165 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

4.8

Comfort

4.6

Overall

3.6

Pick-up/drop-off

4.0

Value

3.6

Thrifty

3.1
Poor
105 reviews122 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

4.1

Comfort

4.0

Overall

3.1

Pick-up/drop-off

3.4

Value

3.0

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Mexico, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 4 March 2026.
  • What is the most popular car rental provider in Mexico?

    When renting a car in Mexico, the most popular provider of rental cars among Cheapflights users is Europcar, and with prices around C$ 13/day, it’s easy to understand why. The most popular car type from Europcar is COMPACT, which starts as low as C$ 5/day.

  • What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Mexico?

    At C$ 8/day, the cheapest car rental price in Mexico was found in Durango. On average, Mérida has the cheapest daily rental car price (C$ 12/day), which is 60% below average price for cities in Mexico.

  • What side of the road do you drive on in Mexico?

    In Mexico, drivers are expected to drive on the right side of the road.

Car rentals by fuel type in Mexico

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Mexico. Currently, Gas/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Mexico. Deals were last updated on 4 March 2026.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Mexico. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Gas/Diesel being the cheapest (C$ 26+).

Gas/Diesel

Gas/Diesel

C$ 26+

Hybrid

Hybrid

C$ 76+

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