Cheapest time to rent a car in Madrid, Spain
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 18 May 2025.
January
R306
February
R324
March
R288
April
R612
May
R468
June
R450
July
R612
August
R648
September
R414
October
R486
November
R414
December
R667
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 18 May 2025.
Small cars | R300 - R2 087 | |
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All Car Types | R336 - R2 087 |
To hire a small car in Madrid, Spain, you would pay an average price of R638/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Madrid, Spain (~R300/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~R2 087/day). In fact, October is about 54% 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 34% 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 medium car in Madrid, Spain, you would pay an average price of R891/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Madrid, Spain (~R328/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is April (~R4 040/day). In fact, October is about 64% 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 8% 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 R791/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Madrid, Spain (~R535/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is April (~R3 732/day). In fact, May is about 33% 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 18% 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 van in Madrid, Spain, you would pay an average price of R835/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a van in Madrid, Spain (~R567/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is May (~R3 782/day). In fact, September is about 33% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Madrid. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Madrid, renting a van saves you 14% 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 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 18 May 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.
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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 18 May 2025.
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 216/week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Madrid?
Yes, hiring a vehicle in Madrid for a month is certainly possible.