Popular car types in Guatemala
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Guatemala and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 4 July 2025.
Economy
$22+
Compact
$67+
Intermediate
$79+
People mover
$134+
Full-size SUV
$79+
Mini
$66+
Passenger van
$118+
Pick-up truck
$61+
Cheapflights insights for Guatemala car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Guatemala, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Guatemala?
For the best savings on car hire in Guatemala, make your reservation 59 days before pickup. The average price then is just $37/day – about 5% less than the yearly average.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Guatemala?
Planning to hire a car in Guatemala? October is the cheapest month, costing about $43 per day. In contrast, December is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of $64. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
$49
February
$52
March
$62
April
$57
May
$46
June
$54
July
$52
August
$50
September
$45
October
$43
November
$54
December
$64
What car do most people hire in Guatemala?
Intermediate cars (Class Intermediate Car or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Guatemala. Economy cars (Toyota Aygo or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Compact cars (Class Compact Car or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Guatemala?
Guatemala Rent A Car has 12 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Alamo has the second-highest number of locations in Guatemala at 11.
Top hire agencies in Guatemala
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Guatemala known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Guatemala. Reviews were last updated on 4 July 2025.
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Alamo
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Fox
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Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Guatemala, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 4 July 2025.
What side of the road do you drive on in Guatemala?
In Guatemala, drivers are expected to drive on the right side of the road.
Car hires by fuel type in Guatemala
Browse car hires by fuel type in Guatemala. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Guatemala. Deals were last updated on 4 July 2025.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Guatemala. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest ($40+).
Hybrid
$59+
Petrol/Diesel
$40+