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Cheap Car Rentals in Mexico from $5

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 9/1 and drop-off date of 9/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of rental.
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Mexico car rentals in 2025

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 August 22, 2025.

Most popular company

America Car Rental

Most common car type

Standard

Average price per day

$34

Cheapest price per day

$5

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:

Hyundai Elantra$5/day
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Mazda Mazda3$8/day
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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 $8. Data was last updated on August 22, 2025.
Hyundai Elantra$5/day
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Hyundai Elantra
Hyundai i10$5/day
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Hyundai i10
Mercedes-Benz CLA$5/day
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Mercedes-Benz CLA

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?

To get the best deal on a rental car in Mexico, book about 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around $14, which is about 22% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the cheapest rental car company in Mexico?

In Mexico, the most affordable rental car company right now is Europcar, offering prices from just $6.01/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is MEXRENTACAR , with rates starting at $6.06/day.

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

At Mexico, the best time to rent a car is in September, with an average daily rate of just $14. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging $31 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Mexico, the best time to rent a car is in September, with an average daily rate of just $14. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging $31 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

$17

February

$15

March

$16

April

$21

May

$15

June

$16

July

$20

August

$19

September

$14

October

$15

November

$16

December

$31

What car do most people rent in Mexico?

The most popular types of cars to rent in Mexico are the following: SUV rentals (Ford Explorer or similar), Full-size rentals (Ford Explorer or similar), and Standard rentals (Hyundai Elantra or similar).

Which car rental company has the most locations in Mexico?

Sunnycars has 177 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second highest number of locations in Mexico at 166.

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 883 pickup locations in Mexico to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on August 22, 2025.

If you're looking for the best car rental deals in Mexico, start with Mérida, where rates average $6/day. You can also find good prices in Mazatlán ($7/day), Puerto Vallarta ($7/day), and Cancún ($7/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 August 22, 2025.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

6.9
Okay
136 reviews93 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

7.0

Overall

6.9

Pick-up/drop-off

6.9

Value

6.4

Avis

6.0
Okay
127 reviews122 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.7

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.1

Alamo

4.9
Mediocre
313 reviews82 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.4

Comfort

5.3

Overall

4.9

Pick-up/drop-off

5.0

Value

4.6

MEXRENTACAR

4.5
Mediocre
604 reviews66 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.5

Comfort

5.5

Overall

4.5

Pick-up/drop-off

4.8

Value

4.5

Budget

4.1
Mediocre
200 reviews96 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

4.7

Comfort

4.6

Overall

4.1

Pick-up/drop-off

4.3

Value

4.0

Hertz

3.6
Poor
234 reviews166 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

4.8

Comfort

4.6

Overall

3.6

Pick-up/drop-off

4.0

Value

3.6

Europcar

3.5
Poor
251 reviews139 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

4.9

Comfort

4.5

Overall

3.5

Pick-up/drop-off

4.0

Value

3.4

Thrifty

3.3
Poor
137 reviews119 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

4.0

Comfort

3.9

Overall

3.3

Pick-up/drop-off

3.5

Value

3.1

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Mexico, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on August 22, 2025.
  • What is the most popular car rental provider in Mexico?

    The most popular rental car company in Mexico is Europcar. With prices on ECONOMY starting at $6/day about 202% more people book with Europcar than other companies in the country.

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

    When visiting Mexico, it is typically cheapest to rent your car in Tapachula where rental cars typically will cost around $20/day (58% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest rental car price in Mexico was found in San José del Cabo for just $9/day.

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

    Cars travel on the right side of the road in Mexico.

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 August 22, 2025.

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 ($17+).

Gas/Diesel

Gas/Diesel

Hybrid

Hybrid

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