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Cheap Car Rentals in Paris from $42

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 Paris with a pick-up date of 20/3 and drop-off date of 27/3. 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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Paris car rentals in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Paris. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 18 February 2025.

Most popular company

HERTZ

Price of petrol per litre

$3.25

Average price per day

$69

Cheapest price per day

$42

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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Paris 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 February 2025.

January

$59

February

$67

March

$62

April

$71

May

$81

June

$88

July

$92

August

$90

September

$78

October

$81

November

$69

December

$88

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Paris is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. 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 Paris

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Paris and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 18 February 2025.

There are, in total, 443 car hire locations in Paris that are operated by 45 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: $34/day). Explore 2 car types currently offered from Paris hire providers:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Standard

Standard

Mini

Mini

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Compact estate car

Compact estate car

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Compare available car types for rental in Paris

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Paris 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 February 2025.

Small cars

$61 - $104

All Car Types

$73 - $166

To hire a small car in Paris, France, you would pay an average price of $77/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Paris, France (~$61/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~$104/day). In fact, November is about 21% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Paris. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Paris, hiring a small car saves you 29% 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 Paris small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Paris, France, you would pay an average price of $107/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Paris, France (~$48/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$184/day). In fact, March is about 56% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Paris. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Paris, hiring a medium car saves you 1% 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 large car in Paris, France, you would pay an average price of $164/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Paris, France (~$93/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~$229/day). In fact, January is about 44% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Paris. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Paris, hiring a large car is 35% 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 Paris, France, you would pay an average price of $106/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Paris, France (~$72/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~$178/day). In fact, January is about 33% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Paris. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Paris, hiring a SUV saves you 1% 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 Paris SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in Paris, France, you would pay an average price of $149/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a van in Paris, France (~$90/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~$258/day). In fact, November is about 40% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Paris. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Paris, hiring a van is 28% 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 luxury car in Paris, France, you would pay an average price of $157/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in Paris, France (~$87/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~$397/day). In fact, January is about 45% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car hire for Paris. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Paris, hiring a luxury car is 32% 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.

Suzuki Swift$42/day
2
M
A/C
Suzuki Swift
Hyundai i20$47/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai i20

Top rental agencies in Paris

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Paris known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Paris. Reviews were last updated on 18 February 2025.
Rent a vehicle with one of these top rental car agencies serving Paris, such as Sixt, Hertz and Rent@Car. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

Sixt

7.6
Good
83 reviews21 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.4

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

7.3

Hertz

5.2
Fair
56 reviews19 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.6

Overall

5.2

Pick-up/drop-off

5.4

Value

5.6

Rent@Car

10.0
Wonderful
1 review15 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

10.0

Dollar

7.1
Good
1 review12 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

6.9

Thrifty

7.0
Good
2 reviews14 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

7.0

Europcar

6.9
Okay
3 reviews18 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.9

Pick-up/drop-off

6.9

Value

7.3

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

6.1
Okay
13 reviews13 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

6.6

Overall

6.1

Pick-up/drop-off

5.4

Value

6.2

keddy by Europcar

6.0
Okay
1 review40 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.0

Best Paris car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Paris. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Paris with an average daily rate of $72. Data was last updated on 18 February 2025.
Some of the most attractive options when it comes to renting a car in Paris. Be sure to confirm the details of the deal, such as car type, daily rate, and pickup location.
Suzuki Swift$42/day
2
M
A/C
Suzuki Swift
Hyundai i20$47/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai i20
Hyundai i20$48/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai i20

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Paris, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 18 February 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Paris?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $69/day when booking a car hire in Paris. The absolute best deal a user found was for $49/day from keddy by Europcar, booked on Feb. 16.

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

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Paris from the following companies over the past two weeks: Hertz ($42/day), Dollar ($55/day), and Virtuo ($63/day).

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Rent@Car (10.0 rating), Sixt (7.6 rating) and Europcar (6.7 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Paris.

  • What are petrol prices like in Paris?

    The average price of petrol in Paris is $3.25/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $146 and $211 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Paris for a week from Hertz?

    Hertz offers hire cars in Paris for about $411 per week on average.

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

    Booking early can save you upwards of 33% on your car hire. Booking your vehicle at least 7 days in advance can you get you a great below-average price in Paris.

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

    The length of time you can book a rental for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Paris it should be possible to rent a car for a whole month if needed.

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

    Our recent data shows that keddy by Europcar can potentially be 48% below the average car hire price in Paris. Check prices and availability for keddy by Europcar and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in Paris is on average $1,762 a month or $59 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your Paris car hire.

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

    The average price for a weekend car hire in Paris is $53. Hiring a Economy is your cheapest option if you’re looking to save money on your weekend car hire in Paris. For the month of March, Cheapflights users have found hire cars in Paris for as low as $58/day.

  • What car do most people hire in Paris?

    The most popular car to hire while in Paris is the Fiat 500, which is a Mini vehicle.

Car rentals by fuel type in Paris

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Paris. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Paris. Deals were last updated on 18 February 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Paris. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest ($21+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

Travelling to a place near Paris?

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Chartres

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