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Cheap Car Hire in Madrid, Spain from R126

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Madrid with a pick-up date of 25/5 and drop-off date of 1/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Madrid, Spain car hires in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Madrid, Spain. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 26 April 2025.

Most popular company

NATIONAL

Price of petrol per litre

R30,42

Average price per day

R1 511

Cheapest price per day

R126

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Madrid?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Madrid, Spain 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 26 April 2025.

January

R317

February

R335

March

R298

April

R578

May

R466

June

R466

July

R634

August

R671

September

R429

October

R522

November

R429

December

R690

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Madrid is March. The most expensive time to rent a car is December. 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.

Popular car types in Madrid, Spain

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Madrid, Spain and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 26 April 2025.

There are currently 245 hire locations operating in Madrid spread across 63 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Madrid is small car at R126 a day. Below are all the 3 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Mini

Mini

Premium

Premium

Passenger van

Passenger van

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Compare available car types for rental in Madrid, Spain

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Madrid, Spain to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 26 April 2025.

Small cars

R311 - R2 160

All Car Types

R348 - R2 160

To hire a small car in Madrid, Spain, you would pay an average price of R680/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Madrid, Spain (~R311/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~R2 160/day). In fact, October is about 55% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Madrid. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Madrid, renting a small car saves you 33% 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. Here are the best Madrid small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Madrid, Spain, you would pay an average price of R882/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Madrid, Spain (~R339/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is April (~R4 181/day). In fact, October is about 62% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Madrid. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Madrid, renting a medium car saves you 13% 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 Madrid, Spain, you would pay an average price of R898/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Madrid, Spain (~R553/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is April (~R3 862/day). In fact, May is about 39% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Madrid. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Madrid, renting a SUV saves you 11% 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. Here are the best Madrid SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Volkswagen PoloR126/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo
Suzuki CiazR144/day
4
M
A/C
Suzuki Ciaz

Top rental agencies in Madrid, Spain

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Madrid, Spain known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Madrid, Spain. Reviews were last updated on 26 April 2025.
Hire a car with one of the top providers serving the Madrid area such as Europcar, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Thrifty. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a car hire agency.

Europcar

9,6
Wonderful
2 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,6

Comfort

9,6

Overall

9,6

Pick-up/drop-off

8,8

Value

9,2

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8,0
Very Good
9 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,4

Comfort

8,3

Overall

8,0

Pick-up/drop-off

7,7

Value

7,8

Thrifty

7,9
Good
2 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,4

Comfort

9,4

Overall

7,9

Pick-up/drop-off

6,9

Value

7,9

Dollar

9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,5

Comfort

8,4

Overall

7,3

Pick-up/drop-off

7,3

Value

8,4

Sixt

7,2
Good
10 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,4

Comfort

8,0

Overall

7,2

Pick-up/drop-off

7,6

Value

7,1

Budget

7,1
Good
10 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Overall

7,1

Pick-up/drop-off

7,3

Value

7,3

Centauro

6,0
Okay
4 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,6

Comfort

6,4

Overall

6,0

Pick-up/drop-off

6,2

Value

5,7

Hertz

5,2
Fair
15 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,3

Comfort

7,2

Overall

5,1

Pick-up/drop-off

5,3

Value

5,0

Best Madrid, Spain car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Madrid, Spain. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Madrid, Spain with an average daily rate of R445. Data was last updated on 26 April 2025.
Check out some of the very best car hire deals we've found in Madrid. Deals are updated frequently so be sure to check back soon for more options.
Volkswagen PoloR126/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo
Ford EcoSportR137/day
4
M
A/C
Ford EcoSport
Toyota Corolla QuestR144/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Madrid, Spain, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 26 April 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Madrid?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R1 511/day when booking a car hire in Madrid. The absolute best deal a user found was for R836/day from National, booked on Apr. 20.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Madrid?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Madrid from the following companies over the past two weeks: Goldcar Rental SP (R126/day), CLICK RENT (R239/day), and Alamo (R727/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Madrid?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, keddy by Europcar (10,0 rating), Europcar (9,0 rating) and CLICK RENT (8,8 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Madrid.

  • What are petrol prices like in Madrid?

    The average price of petrol in Madrid is R30,42/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R1 369 and R1 977 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Madrid for a week from National?

    Hiring a car in Madrid for a week can be a great option for travel. National, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around R10 574/week on average.

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

    Booking early can save you upwards of 51% on your car hire. Booking your vehicle at least 7 days in advance can you get you a great below-average price in Madrid.

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

    Yes, hiring a vehicle in Madrid for a month is certainly possible.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Madrid for a month?

    Generally, a month-long car rental in Madrid can be found for about R45 318, with the average price for a rental being around R1 511 a day. Book with National, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 45% less compared to the average price of car rentals in Madrid.

  • How much is a car hire in Madrid for a weekend?

    Car hire prices in Madrid are typically R0 for the weekend. On Cheapflights, you’ll be able to find great car hire deals on any type of vehicle. However, consider hiring a Economy to save money on your trip to R0. Our users have found prices for Economy car hire in May to be on average R0 per day.

  • What car do most people hire in Madrid?

    Fiat 500, which is a Mini vehicle, is the most popular to hire at Madrid according to Cheapflights users.

Small car hires in Madrid, Spain

Find small car hire deals in Madrid, Spain from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car hires in Madrid, Spain cost an average of R513 per day. Price data was last updated on 26 April 2025.
Kia PicantoR247/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Kia PicantoR365/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Chevrolet SparkR477/day
2
M
A/C
Chevrolet Spark

Van hires in Madrid, Spain

Find people carrier hire deals in Madrid, Spain from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. people carrier hires in Madrid, Spain cost an average of R940 per day. Price data was last updated on 26 April 2025.
Peruse some of the best options we've found for hirin a van in the Madrid area. To provide you with as many options as possible, we're constantly adding new deals so check back soon if you're not finding the one right for you.
Suzuki ErtigaR712/day
5
M
A/C
Suzuki Ertiga
Suzuki ErtigaR767/day
5
M
A/C
Suzuki Ertiga
Toyota AvanzaR811/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Avanza

Car hires by fuel type in Madrid, Spain

Browse car hires by fuel type in Madrid, Spain. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Madrid, Spain. Deals were last updated on 26 April 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Madrid, Spain. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (R9+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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