Mexico

Cheap Car Hire in Mexico from R485

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 Mexico with a pick-up date of 3/5 and drop-off date of 10/5. 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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Mexico car hires in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Mexico. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 25 April 2026.

Most popular company

Sixt

Most common car type

Standard

Average price per day

R486

Cheapest price per day

R485

Popular car types in Mexico

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Mexico and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 25 April 2026.

In Mexico, there are 2 670 active hire locations from 69 car hire companies. small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Mexico in the past week - currently priced from R485/day. View deals for 3 car types available to hire in this destination:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Standard

Standard

People carrier

People carrier

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

R1 393+

Luxury SUV

Luxury SUV

R1 555+

Best car hire deals found in Mexico

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Mexico. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Mexico with an average daily rate of R830. Data was last updated on 25 April 2026.
Citroen C3R485/day
2
M
A/C
Citroen C3
Citroen C3 AircrossR489/day
4
2
5
M
A/C
Citroen C3 Aircross
Hyundai SonataR587/day
5
M
A/C
Hyundai Sonata

Cheapflights insights for Mexico car hires

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

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

For the best savings on car hire in Mexico, make your reservation 3 days before pickup. The average price then is just R222/day – about 1 234% less than the yearly average.

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

The cheapest month to hire a car in Mexico is May, when you can expect to pay R229/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Mexico is December (R432/day on average). The average daily car hire 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 hire.

January

R264

February

R250

March

R283

April

R295

May

R229

June

R238

July

R293

August

R252

September

R229

October

R241

November

R278

December

R432

What car do most people hire in Mexico?

Full-size cars (Chevrolet Cavalier, for example) are the most popular in Mexico. SUV (Chevrolet Equinox) and Intermediate (Chevrolet Cavalier) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Mexico.

Which car hire company has the most locations in Mexico?

Sunnycars has 217 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in Mexico at 164.

Discover the price range for hiring a car in popular cities across Mexico, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 881 pickup locations in Mexico to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 25 April 2026.

Top rental agencies in Mexico

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Mexico known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Mexico. Reviews were last updated on 25 April 2026.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

6,5
Okay
107 reviews98 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,2

Comfort

7,0

Overall

6,5

Pick-up/drop-off

6,7

Value

5,9

Avis

6,0
Okay
121 reviews121 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,9

Comfort

6,8

Overall

6,0

Pick-up/drop-off

6,0

Value

6,1

Alamo

4,9
Mediocre
231 reviews85 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5,3

Comfort

5,3

Overall

4,9

Pick-up/drop-off

5,0

Value

4,6

MEXRENTACAR

4,3
Mediocre
602 reviews71 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5,5

Comfort

5,4

Overall

4,3

Pick-up/drop-off

4,6

Value

4,4

Budget

4,1
Mediocre
189 reviews94 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

4,7

Comfort

4,6

Overall

4,1

Pick-up/drop-off

4,2

Value

4,0

Hertz

3,7
Poor
187 reviews164 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

4,8

Comfort

4,7

Overall

3,7

Pick-up/drop-off

4,1

Value

3,6

Europcar

3,7
Poor
209 reviews141 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5,0

Comfort

4,7

Overall

3,7

Pick-up/drop-off

4,0

Value

3,5

National

5,8
Fair
62 reviews107 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,7

Comfort

6,4

Overall

5,8

Pick-up/drop-off

6,1

Value

5,5

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Mexico, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 25 April 2026.
  • What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Mexico?

    At R298/day, it is 44% cheaper on average to rent a car in Cancún than any other city in Mexico. The cheapest price found in Mexico was for R280/day in Cancún.

  • 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.

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