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Cheap Car Hire in Detroit from $69
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 Detroit with a pick-up date of 29/8 and drop-off date of 4/9. 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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Detroit car hires in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Detroit. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 19 agosto 2025.
Most popular company | THRIFTY |
|---|---|
Price of petrol per litre | $1.42 |
Average price per day | $105 |
Cheapest price per day | $69 |
Popular car types in Detroit
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Detroit and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 19 agosto 2025.
At $69/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Detroit in the past week. Out of 13 car hire agencies operating in Detroit, there are, in total, 21 hire locations. View below for 7 offered car types:
Economy
$69+
Intermediate
$71+
Standard
$71+
Full-size
$71+
SUV
$100+
People mover
$164+
Full-size SUV
$155+
Pick-up truck
$94+
Compare car hire deals in Detroit by type
Here are the best Detroit small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Detroit medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Detroit large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Detroit SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Detroit van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Mitsubishi Mirage$69/day
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Best car hire deals found in Detroit
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Detroit. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Detroit with an average daily rate of $101. Data was last updated on 19 agosto 2025.
Mitsubishi Mirage$69/day
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Toyota Corolla$71/day
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Holden Commodore$71/day
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Cheapflights insights for Detroit car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Detroit, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Detroit?
Book your car hire in Detroit 7 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around $86/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 33% off the average price.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Detroit?
Thrifty is currently the cheapest car hire company in Detroit with deals as low as $67.78/day found in the past two weeks. Alamo is another inexpensive option with rates as low as $73.05/day.
What is the best car rental company in Detroit?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Detroit is Budget (rated 5.5/10 with 130 reviews). Alamo (rated 8.8/10 with 44 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Detroit?
Planning to hire a car in Detroit? January is the cheapest month, costing about $80 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of $129. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
$80
February
$89
March
$95
April
$89
May
$98
June
$117
July
$129
August
$114
September
$97
October
$95
November
$94
December
$95
What car do most people hire in Detroit?
SUV cars (Ford Edge, for example) are the most popular in Detroit. Standard (Ford Edge) and Economy (Buick Encore) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Detroit.
Which car hire company has the most locations in Detroit?
Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 4 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in Detroit at 3.
Top hire agencies in Detroit
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Detroit known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Detroit. Reviews were last updated on 19 agosto 2025.
Budget
130 reviews•1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
6.4
Comfort
6.4
Overall
5.4
Pick-up/drop-off
5.6
Value
5.7
Alamo
44 reviews•1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
8.7
Comfort
9.1
Overall
8.9
Pick-up/drop-off
9.3
Value
8.6
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
32 reviews•4 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
7.8
Comfort
7.6
Overall
7.4
Pick-up/drop-off
8.1
Value
7.0
Hertz
30 reviews•3 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
7.7
Comfort
7.6
Overall
6.9
Pick-up/drop-off
7.3
Value
6.6
Dollar
46 reviews•1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
7.4
Comfort
7.5
Overall
6.9
Pick-up/drop-off
7.0
Value
6.6
National
9 reviews•1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
8.3
Comfort
8.3
Overall
7.9
Pick-up/drop-off
8.1
Value
7.4
Thrifty
19 reviews•1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
7.0
Comfort
6.7
Overall
5.8
Pick-up/drop-off
6.1
Value
5.7
Payless
21 reviews•1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
6.7
Comfort
6.7
Overall
5.1
Pick-up/drop-off
5.3
Value
5.5
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Detroit, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 19 agosto 2025.
What is the cheapest hire car found in Detroit?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $105/day when booking a car hire in Detroit. The absolute best deal a user found was for $68/day from Turo, booked on Aug. 17.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Detroit for a week from Thrifty?
Thrifty is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Detroit. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about $604 per week.
Can I rent a car for a month in Detroit?
Typically, how long you can hire a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Detroit however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Detroit for a month?
Our recent data shows that Turo can potentially be 40% below the average car hire price in Detroit. Check prices and availability for Turo and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in Detroit is on average $2,589 a month or $86 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your Detroit car hire.
How much is a car hire in Detroit for a weekend?
It costs $0 for a weekend car hire in Detroit, on average. The cheapest type of car hire you can book on any given weekend is the Economy as prices are generally lower for these hire types due to demand and availability. If you’re planning to book a hire car in Detroit in September, prices are $0 per day on average.
Car hires by fuel type in Detroit
Browse car hires by fuel type in Detroit. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Detroit. Deals were last updated on 19 agosto 2025.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Detroit. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest ($66+).
Electric
$79+
Hybrid
$66+