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When's the cheapest time to hire a car in Madrid?

Jun
R 989 per day
Jul
R 1 031 per day
Aug
R 1 308 per day
Sep
R 1 010 per day
Oct
R 804 per day
Nov
R 704 per day
Dec
R 881 per day
Jan
R 1 081 per day
Feb
R 1 388 per day
Mar
R 1 948 per day
Apr
R 933 per day
May
R 986 per day
Our data shows that November is the cheapest month to rent a car in Madrid. It’s around R 704 per day in November, compared to the yearly average of R 1,089 per day.
Cheapest month avgNovember • R 704
Yearly avg priceR 1,089

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Driving in Madrid: What to expect on the road

Documents you'll need
You’ll need your driving licence, passport and a credit card to rent a car in Madrid.
Most visitors can use their regular licence. If it isn’t in English, an International Driving Permit (IDP) may be required. Rental companies also check that your identification matches your booking.
Navigating city driving
Madrid has wide avenues and narrow central streets.
Driving is easy on larger roads, though older areas require slower speeds. Navigation apps help you avoid traffic and guide you to parks, museums and neighbourhoods across the wider city.
Tolls, emissions zones and charges
Central Madrid has a low‑emission zone.
Most rental cars meet the standards to enter. Some long-distance routes across Spain have tolls depending on your journey. Toll roads in the region are clearly marked on nearby motorways.
Parking your car in Madrid
Parking is easier in car parks than on central streets.
Street spaces are scarce near historic areas. Multi-storey car parks offer simple access to major sights. Always check signposts for time limits and local parking rules.
Finding fuel or charging points
Fuel is common across Madrid, and chargers are growing.
Petrol stations sit on major roads, and EV charging stations in Madrid are expanding. Charging points are increasing in both central and suburban districts. Apps like PlugShare help you check availability.
Local driving style and tips
Drivers are confident and move quickly on major roads.
Expect quicker lane changes on wide avenues and slower movement on narrow central streets. Keep speeds steady, signal early and take care around crossings, especially during peak hours.
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The most popular car rental companies in Madrid

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Europcar
Car condition
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Easy collection
Centauro
Car condition
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From
R 263per day
Flizzr
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
From
R 1 059per day
Enterprise
Car condition
Car cleanliness
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Easy collection
From
R 644per day
National
Car condition
Car cleanliness
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Easy collection
Budget
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
From
R 707per day
Europcar
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
Centauro
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
From
R 263per day
Flizzr
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
From
R 1 059per day
Enterprise
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
From
R 644per day
National
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
Budget
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
From
R 707per day

Hiring a car in Madrid: Fast facts

Here's everything you need to know to hit the road happy.
Most popular car hire companyClick and Rent
Most popular carCompact, Crossover
Average daily priceR 2,620
Best time to bookLess than 1 week before

Frequently asked questions

On average, hiring a car in Madrid will set you back around R 2,620 per day or R 6,885 per week. 
The cheapest car to rent in Madrid is a compact SUV. The most popular is Compact, Crossover.
The cheapest car hire companies in Madrid are currently Centauro and OK RENT A CAR.
Bagging the best car hire deal depends on when you book  – often, it pays to book your wheels as far in advance as possible. But according to our data, the cheapest month to rent a car in Madrid is currently July.
On average, around R 6,885. But the best price we found for car hire for a week in Madrid is R 783.
Based on everything we know about daily prices, the average cost to hire a car in Madrid for a whole month is R 28,476. 

But sometimes, you'll get a discount for booking a whole month instead of 3 and a half weeks. So play with your dates to find the best deals!
If you're looking for freedom to explore Madrid, choose a car with unlimited mileage, or look for car hire deals with a ’full to full' fuel policy as opposed to a 'half-full to full' one.

We also clearly highlight car and van hire options in Madrid that have free cancellation. 
Yes – you can easily find car hire companies that allow you to pick up your car in one place, and then drop it off in another. Just select ‘Return car to a different location’ when you search with us.
Public transport can only get you so far, and could be tricky to navigate with children or luggage. With your own set of wheels, you can go wherever you want, whenever you want, for as long as you want. And you'll be able to discover more outside of Madrid.
Most places – Madrid included – allow under 25s to rent a car as long as they provide a valid driver's license and the correct documentation. It may cost slightly more due to a higher insurance excess for young drivers. 
The cheapest price we found for an economy car is R 162 per day. The average price per day is around R 6,432.
Of course. Most major car hire companies like Click and Rent, Goldcar and Record go offer baby and child seats as an add-on when you book.
Other travellers rated Europcar as the best overall in terms of experience.
Yes – van hire is available in Madrid.

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