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Cheap Car Hire in Mexico from $12

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 11/7 and drop-off date of 18/7. 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 2025

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 13 junho 2025.

Most popular company

Thrifty

Most common car type

Mini

Average price per day

$90

Cheapest price per day

$12

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 13 junho 2025.

medium car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Mexico this past week from 2,611 hire locations out of 65 hire agencies. Prices for a Mexico medium car hire start from $12/day. Check out available deals for 5 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

People mover

People mover

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Compare car hire deals in Mexico by type

Here are the best Mexico small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Mexico medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Mexico large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Mexico SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Mexico van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Holden Barina$20/day
2
M
A/C
Holden Barina
Skoda Scala$22/day
4
M
A/C
Skoda Scala
Mazda Mazda3$22/day
4
M
A/C
Mazda Mazda3

Best car hire deals found in Mexico

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Mexico. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Mexico with an average daily rate of $29. Data was last updated on 13 junho 2025.
Have a look at some of the deals we've found on hire cars in Mexico including options serving Playa del Carmen, Mérida and Campeche. Deals are constantly refreshed so come back soon for more car hire options.
MG 5$12/day
5
M
A/C
MG 5
Toyota Fortuner$18/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Fortuner
Kia Rio$20/day
2
4
M
A/C
Kia Rio

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 7 days before pickup. The average price then is just $20/day – about 9% less than the yearly average.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Mexico?

In Mexico, the most affordable car hire company right now is Routes Car & Truck Rentals, offering prices from just $7.16/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is MAS, with rates starting at $7.59/day.

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 $20/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Mexico is December ($50/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

$27

February

$21

March

$23

April

$31

May

$20

June

$24

July

$30

August

$28

September

$21

October

$23

November

$25

December

$50

What car do most people hire in Mexico?

SUV cars (Jeep Grand Cherokee, for example) are the most popular in Mexico. Full-size (Jeep Grand Cherokee) and Intermediate (Kia Sportage) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Mexico.

Which car hire company has the most locations in Mexico?

Sunnycars has 176 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in Mexico at 168.

What are the car hire prices for popular cities in Mexico?

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 890 pickup locations in Mexico to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 13 junho 2025.

Out of all the popular cities in Mexico, Cancún is the cheapest city to hire a car ($13/day). Other popular cities in Mexico to get a cheap car hire are: Mexico City ($22/day), Puerto Escondido ($61/day), and Mérida ($302/day).

Top hire 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 13 junho 2025.
Hire a vehicle with one of these top car hire agencies serving Mexico, including those serving the Playa del Carmen, Mérida and Campeche area. Check out reviews from past customers, confirm pickup locations, and other critical details before booking your reservation.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

6.9
Okay
137 reviews95 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.9

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

6.5

Avis

5.9
Fair
127 reviews122 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.6

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

6.0

Alamo

4.7
Mediocre
315 reviews81 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.2

Comfort

5.1

Overall

4.7

Pick-up/drop-off

4.8

Value

4.4

MEXRENTACAR

4.5
Mediocre
596 reviews64 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.5

Comfort

5.5

Overall

4.5

Pick-up/drop-off

4.8

Value

4.5

Budget

4.1
Mediocre
200 reviews97 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

4.6

Comfort

4.5

Overall

4.1

Pick-up/drop-off

4.3

Value

4.0

Hertz

3.6
Poor
234 reviews168 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

4.8

Comfort

4.6

Overall

3.6

Pick-up/drop-off

4.0

Value

3.6

Europcar

3.5
Poor
250 reviews143 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

4.9

Comfort

4.5

Overall

3.5

Pick-up/drop-off

4.0

Value

3.4

Thrifty

3.3
Poor
139 reviews120 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

3.9

Comfort

3.9

Overall

3.3

Pick-up/drop-off

3.5

Value

3.0

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Mexico, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 13 junho 2025.
  • What is the most popular car hire provider in Mexico?

    With an average price of $34/day, Europcar is the most popular car hire provider in Mexico, booking 220% more hire cars than any other provider.

  • What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Mexico?

    At $28/day, the cheapest car hire price in Mexico was found in Mexico City. On average, Mexico City has the cheapest daily rental car price ($30/day), which is 73% below average price for cities in Mexico.

  • What side of the road do you drive on in Mexico?

    Cars travel on the right side of the road in Mexico.

Car hires by fuel type in Mexico

Browse car hires by fuel type in Mexico. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Mexico. Deals were last updated on 13 junho 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Mexico. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest ($20+).

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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