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Cheap Car Hire in Madrid, Spain from $9

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 21/2 and drop-off date of 23/2. 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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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 21 January 2025.

January

$28

February

$30

March

$51

April

$40

May

$44

June

$44

July

$60

August

$63

September

$40

October

$49

November

$40

December

$65

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Madrid is January. 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 21 January 2025.

There are currently 240 hire locations operating in Madrid spread across 62 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Madrid is small car at $9 a day. Below are all the 4 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

People mover

People mover

Mini

Mini

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate 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 21 January 2025.

Small cars

$20 - $94

All Car Types

$26 - $110

To hire a small car in Madrid, Spain, you would pay an average price of $56/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Madrid, Spain (~$20/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~$94/day). In fact, February is about 65% 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, hiring a small car saves you 23% 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 $67/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Madrid, Spain (~$45/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~$174/day). In fact, February is about 34% 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, hiring a medium car saves you 6% 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 medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Madrid, Spain, you would pay an average price of $98/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Madrid, Spain (~$61/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~$250/day). In fact, October is about 38% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Madrid. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Madrid, hiring a large car is 27% more expensive. 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 $54/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Madrid, Spain (~$45/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~$155/day). In fact, February is about 17% 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, hiring a SUV saves you 25% 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:

To hire a van in Madrid, Spain, you would pay an average price of $80/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a van in Madrid, Spain (~$49/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~$225/day). In fact, August is about 39% 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, hiring a van is 10% more expensive. 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 van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Holden Barina$9/day
2
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A/C
Holden Barina
Toyota Corolla$12/day
4
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A/C
Toyota Corolla

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 21 January 2025.
Have a look at the top rental car agencies available in Madrid, including Europcar, Avis and Enterprise Rent-A-Car. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a rental car agency.

Europcar

9.5
Wonderful
1 review10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

9.5

Overall

9.5

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

9.5

Avis

8.1
Very Good
2 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

7.8

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

7.3
Good
3 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

8.3

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

7.3

Sixt

7.2
Good
10 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

7.1

Budget

7.2
Good
9 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

7.4

Dollar

9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.4

Comfort

7.8

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

7.8

Centauro

6.5
Okay
3 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.0

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.7

Value

6.2

Best Madrid, Spain car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Madrid, Spain. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Madrid, Spain with an average daily rate of $30. Data was last updated on 21 January 2025.
Some of the most attractive options when it comes to renting a car in Madrid. Deals are updated frequently so be sure to check back soon for more options.
Holden Barina$9/day
2
M
A/C
Holden Barina
Toyota Corolla$12/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla
Kia Niro$14/day
4
M
A/C
Kia Niro

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Madrid, Spain, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 21 January 2025.
  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Madrid?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Madrid from the following companies over the past two weeks: Record Go ($9/day), CLICK RENT ($12/day), and Autounion Car Rental ($12/day).

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, CLICK RENT (8.8 rating), Europcar (8.8 rating) and Avis (8.2 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 $2.89/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $130 and $187 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Centauro offers hire cars in Madrid for about $503 per week on average.

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

    Booking early almost always ensures you have more options of car models to choose from, as well as prices reduced by up to 51% to make it a great deal in Madrid. Try to book at least 7 days prior to when you need the car hire to close on a rate below the average.

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

    Yes, cars are available to be rented out for an entire month in Madrid.

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

    $0 is, on average, how much a car hire costs for the weekend in Madrid. To save money, consider booking a Economy car hire, which is the cheapest car during the weekend. If you are looking for a car hire in February, we’ve seen prices on Cheapflights for as low as $0 per day.

  • What car do most people hire in Madrid?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Madrid is Compact (Mitsubishi ASX) based on our Cheapflights data.

Van rentals in Madrid, Spain

Find van hire deals in Madrid, Spain from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. van hires in Madrid, Spain cost an average of $122 per day. Price data was last updated on 21 January 2025.
If you're in need of a larger vehicle, check out some of the deals we've found on van rentals in Madrid. 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.
Volkswagen Sharan$109/day
5
M
A/C
Volkswagen Sharan
Volkswagen Sharan$109/day
5
M
A/C
Volkswagen Sharan
Volkswagen Sharan$122/day
5
M
A/C
Volkswagen Sharan

Car rentals by fuel type in Madrid, Spain

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Madrid, Spain. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Madrid, Spain. Deals were last updated on 21 January 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Madrid, Spain. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest ($8+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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