Car Rental in Mexico

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Cheapest Car Rental Rates

Los Cabos Int. Airport
Economy
Nissan March or similar
Nissan March
  • 4
  • 1
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Flexways
$19.28 / per day
Chetumal Airport
Mini
Volkswagen Polo or similar
Volkswagen Polo
  • 5
  • 1
  • 4
  • A/C
  • Auto.
MEX RENT A CAR
$20.71 / per day
Chihuahua Airport
Intermediate
Volkswagen Passat or similar
Volkswagen Passat
  • 5
  • 2
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Autounion
$23.12 / per day
Downtown
Compact
VW Gol or similar
VW Gol
  • 5
  • 2
  • 4
  • A/C
  • Man.
Keddy
$26.95 / per day

Most Popular Car Rental Deals

Mexico - Santa Fe
Standard
Nissan Versa or similar
Nissan Versa
  • 5
  • 3
  • 4
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Avis
$32.41 / per day
Mexico Acoxpa Shopping Centre
Full-size
Chevrolet Cavalier or similar
Chevrolet Cavalier
  • 5
  • 2
  • 4
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Thrifty
$35.56 / per day
Mexico Walmart Taxquena
Premium
Volkswagen Jetta or similar
Volkswagen Jetta
  • 5
  • 2
  • 4
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Dollar
$38.88 / per day
Downtown
Oversized Van
Chevrolet Express Van or similar
Chevrolet Express Van
  • 15
  • 4
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Man.
SIXT
$152.17 / per day
The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 08:39 on 2024-03-24. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.

Travel Information

Languages
Spanish, Mayan
Currency
MXN
Drive on
Right-hand side
Country code
+52
Average car rental price
$44 per day
Average car rental length
8 days
Speed limit within town
30 - 50 km/h or 19 - 31 mph
Speed limit out of town
80 - 120 km/h or 50 - 75 mph
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.08%
Rating
8.7 / 10
Average gasoline price
$1.38 per liter or $5.22 / 1 gallon
Lowest gasoline price
$1.21 per liter or $4.58 / 1 gallon
Highest gasoline price
$1.45 per liter or $5.49 / 1 gallon

Why rent a car in Mexico?

Mexico is a great country for renting a car. With stunning nature, great cultural variety, and access to two oceans, it is a fun place to explore at your own pace. Travel hotspots like Mexico City, Cancun, and Cabo San Lucas are world-famous, but visiting some of the lesser-known parts can be just as rewarding.

Mexico

Top ways to enter Mexico

  • Mexico City Airport: Also known as Benito Juarez Airport after the former president, it is by far the busiest in the country and handled more than 46 million passengers in 2022. The airport offers flights to and from a plethora of destinations in the Americas, Europe, Africa, and Asia.
  • Cancun Airport: Serving the popular vacation destination, Cancun Airport has flights by more than 40 airlines connecting it to destinations all over the world.
  • Guadalajara Airport: Serving the capital of the state of Jalisco and Mexico’s second-largest city, Guadalajara Airport handles about eight million travelers every year. The airport hosts tens of flights to destinations in the rest of Mexico and the United States.
  • Merida Airport: Providing access to another holiday destination in the Yucatan, Merida Airport is fairly small, but offers connections with such destinations as Houston and Miami.
  • Los Cabos Airport: Named after a popular vacation spot at the southern tip of Baja California peninsula, Los Cabos Airport is especially busy during the tourist season when it hosts the flights of more than 20 airlines, many of them connecting the area with cities all across the United States and Canada.

Top cities and places to visit

  • Mexico City. When Spanish colonizers arrived in the area of modern day Mexico City, it had already been a political and religious center for centuries. Nowadays one of the largest cities on the planet (with a metro area population of over 22 million in 2022), it is rich in both historic Aztec sites, splendid architecture, and a thriving contemporary cultural scene.
  • Cancun. A synonym for partying and beach vacation, Cancun is arguably the most popular travel destination in Mexico. The city offers both of the aforementioned activities in abundance but also provides access to the caves, nature areas, and islands of the southern state of Quintana Roo. Cancun is the starting point for those travelers wanting to visit the popular beach towns Playa del Carmen, Tulum, and Cozumel.
  • Pacific Coast. The tropical southwest of Mexico is another haven of idyllic beaches and developed resort towns. Some of the most notable spots include Puerto Vallarta in the north and Acapulco in the south, but many travelers prefer the relatively less visited coastal spots in between.

Most popular rental car

The most popular rental car in Mexico is the Kia Rio, although many travelers also go for the Chevrolet Aveo and the Hyundai Accent. The most popular rental car types are compact, economy, and intermediate.

Both manual and automatic rental cars are available. Make sure to request an automatic if you do not know how to drive a manual car.

While a smaller car is perfectly good for traveling along the main highways or exploring the cities (and might actually be preferable in some urban areas due to the remaining historic planning), getting a 4x4 might be a necessity if you plan to explore Mexico’s nature or mountainous areas.

Driver's license requirements

  • Mexico recognizes foreign driver’s licenses if they are in Spanish or English. However, some rental car suppliers require you to have an International Driving Permit (IDP). Make sure to check the driver’s license requirements of the rental car supplier before booking the vehicle.
  • If your driver’s license is in another language, you need to have an International Driving Permit (IDP) to drive in Mexico.
  • Even if you have an IDP, you still need to also provide your valid driver’s license from your country
  • You must carry your driver’s license, not a copy, with you at all times. 
  • You need to have had your driver’s license for at least two years. 
  • Some rental car suppliers charge a young driver fee for drivers between the ages of 22 and 25 and a senior driver fee for drivers over the age of 65.
  • There may be additional requirements depending on the car supplier and category, so make sure to check the rental conditions before booking.

Crossing Borders

Mexico has land borders with three countries: the United States, Guatemala, and Belize.

There are very few car rental companies that permit one-way rentals between Mexico and one of the neighboring countries. When such deals can be found, typically this will include trips from destinations that are near the border (e.g., from northern Mexico to the United States or the Yucatan to Belize). You can search for car rental companies that permit international one-way rentals by entering your car pick-up and drop-off locations on our search. 

Do keep in mind that each of the countries has its own visa policy, so you may or may not be required to have a visit. Visitors from most Western countries can visit Mexico and all three of its neighbors without a visa, but there are exceptions. If you plan to visit Mexico and one of its neighboring countries on the same trip, make sure to consult your Ministry of Foreign Affairs in advance.

Toll roads

Mexico has an extensive system of toll roads due to a government program started in the 1980s to update the country’s road system. The Mexican toll road system is called Cuota. Toll booths are located along the highways at the end of sections of the road, therefore, on a long ride, you can pass through multiple toll booths. While credit cards used to be accepted, drivers can now only pay with either cash or an electronic tag placed on the car’s windshield. The electronic tags may be available from your rental car provider but usually comes with a fee. However, the fee is usually just a one-time fee for the tag, not a daily fee as in other places like many places in the United States. ATMs are few and far between along the highways, so be sure to keep plenty of cash to pay for the tolls. 

Compared to other countries, Mexico’s tolls can seem rather expensive. It is possible, however, to avoid most toll roads as Libre (or free) roads usually go alongside them, though they are much slower to travel on due to going through many villages along the way. This may make for more scenic travel on short trips but would certainly hinder progress on any long trips.

Make sure to check your gas tank before getting on a toll road. If you are on a long toll road, be prepared for there to be no gas stations or other services along the way. We suggest topping up with gas beforehand.

Most popular types of rental car

The most popular type of rental car in Mexico is an economy, followed by intermediate and compact. Manual cars are typically cheaper than automatic, and, therefore more popular.

Top driving routes

  • Jalisco. A large state in central Mexico, Jalisco has a decent stretch of the aforementioned Pacific coastline — but the inland parts can be just as interesting to explore. The state is the birthplace of Mariachi music and Tequila, the location of the country’s historic second city, Guadalajara, and has a number of well-preserved pre-Columbian sites, not least of which is the circular pyramids of Guachimontones. 
  • Baja California. A long and narrow peninsula separated from the rest of Mexico by the Gulf of California, Baja California is distinct from the rest of the country both in terms of culture and nature. The region boasts some of Mexico’s nicest beaches which are dotted with resort towns and surfing hotspots, but it also offers unique desert and volcanic landscapes. 
  • The Yucatán. A large peninsula physically separated from the rest of Mexico, the Yucatán is much more than just the beaches of Cancun. Made up of five states, the region has a wealth of historic Mayan sites, and is also known for national parks, ecotourism, cenotes, less popular beach towns, and a thriving indigenous culture.

Car Rental Prices

  • Station wagons - from $35 per day
  • Large cars - from $21 per day
  • Medium cars - from $21 per day
  • Vans - from $81 per day
  • Premium cars - from $38 per day
  • Small cars - from $19 per day
  • SUVs - from $33 per day

How can I save money on my rental car?

You can do a number of things to get a good car rental deal in Mexico:

  • Compare rates of different rental car providers
  • Book your rental car as soon in advance as you can
  • Plan your route before you go
  • Know your fuel and mileage requirements
  • Visit on the month when the rental prices are the cheapest. According to our data, visiting Mexico is the cheapest in June when renting a car is about 36% cheaper than the yearly average.
  • Book a manual car
  • Book a smaller car
This information was written, fact-checked, and/or translated by our content creators.

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Fact checked by
Hannah Lukaszewicz
Edited by Hannah Lukaszewicz, a US citizen who runs the international travel blog Getting Stamped. Hannah and her family have traveled to over 85 countries with a never-ending bucket list! Her travel blog hopes to inspire you to travel the world and help you plan your trip too. She has rented cars all over the world and has driven in over 30 countries. She believes that renting a car gives you such freedom and is the best way to experience a destination.

Map of Car Rental Locations

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Mexico?

The cost of renting a car in Mexico varies by season. This graph compares prices from month to month in order to help you find the best time of year.
Average rental costs per day in Mexico
$31.17
January
$29.59
February
$35.22
March
$41.17
April
$30.83
May
$30.24
June
$34.56
July
$33.79
August
$27.51
September
$30.00
October
$31.11
November
$49.71
December
The cheapest month of the year to rent a car in Mexico is September — when rental costs average $27.51 per day. This is 18% cheaper than the yearly average and 45% cheaper than renting a car in December (when prices average $49.71 per day).

This information can help you identify the low season. But these are only average numbers. How much your car rental will cost will depend on the type of vehicle you rent, how long you’ll rent it for, and how far ahead you book. Simply enter your dates in the form at the top of the page to see the exact prices.

What’s the average rental length in Mexico?

How long renters typically keep their vehicle sometimes varies depending on the time of year. Travelers tend to keep their rental cars longer in January — an average of 9 days. They tend to keep them for a shorter time in April — an average of 7 days.
Average number of rental days in Mexico
9
January
8
February
8
March
7
April
7
May
8
June
9
July
8
August
7
September
8
October
8
November
9
December

What's the most popular month to rent a car in Mexico?

Based on how many customers search for a car in Mexico, the most popular month is December, while the least popular is September.
Monthly searches in Mexico by pick-up date relative to the average
132%
January
131%
February
100%
March
88%
April
68%
May
74%
June
116%
July
103%
August
64%
September
82%
October
103%
November
139%
December

Car Rental Information

Car rental locations 205
Airport locations 57
Popular suppliers MEX RENT A CAR, Keddy, Europcar, Avis, Dollar
Popular car categories Large cars, Small cars, SUVs, Medium cars
Lowest price $19 per day
Cheapest supplier Flexways

Most Popular Car Models of Rental Suppliers

Rental Supplier Model Doors Luggage Type
MEX RENT A CAR Volkswagen Polo 4 1 Small cars
Keddy VW Gol 4 2 Medium cars
MEX RENT A CAR Kia Rio 4 1 Small cars
Keddy Chevrolet Beat 5 1 Small cars
MEX RENT A CAR Kia Forte 4 3 Large cars
Europcar Chevrolet Aveo 5 2 Large cars
MEX RENT A CAR MG 5 5 2 Large cars
Keddy Chevrolet Aveo 5 2 Large cars
Avis Nissan Kicks 5 2 SUVs
Europcar Chevrolet Beat 5 1 Small cars

Our Customers' Reviews

Because we want to make sure each review listed here is left by a real customer, we don’t have an option to post a review here. Instead, we ask each and every customer to leave a review after they return their rental car. This way, you know that all reviews are authentic, verified, and trustworthy.

Canada
Chevrolet Aveo
March 19, 2024
Great trip. Definitely noticed a price increase on just about everything. Got stopped by a corrupt police officer. Had to pay or have our licence confiscated. Put a whole new spin on traveling in this area. Will not be back again.
United States of America (USA)
Volkswagen T-Roc
March 15, 2024
Closed on my Home in Merida Yucatan Mexico we had built.
Canada
MG 5
March 8, 2024
We loved seeing the sights, ruins and Cenotes all around Merida. Our rental car provided excellent, reliable transportation as we traveled around each day. Thank you !
Canada
VW Gol
February 29, 2024
Rather not
Canada
Nissan Versa
February 28, 2024
Recommend a boat trip... We went fishing and spent 8 hours out on the water. Saw around 20 whales, sea turtles, sea lions, a giant mata ray and we caught lots of fish.
Canada
Chevrolet Aveo
February 20, 2024
It was great to have the freedom to drive around the city, between Cancun and Tulum and Chichen Itza.
United States of America (USA)
Chevrolet Aveo
February 18, 2024
Swimming in the ocean, visiting cenotes and Mayan ruins.
United States of America (USA)
Volkswagen Vento
February 13, 2024
Having a car allowed us to eat at several different amazing restaurants, travel to several beautiful beaches and the freedom to do thing on our schedule. One of our highlights on this trip was traveling to a nearby town to attend an Art Walk.
United States of America (USA)
Chevrolet Matiz
February 10, 2024
Don’t miss the cenotes!
Mexico
Nissan March
February 1, 2024
Chitzenitza, Izmal, Homún and its cenotes. Very nice lap around Yucatán. Found the perfect guide in José at Cenotes de Homún on Google maps. Great guy, cool cenotes, great price.
United States of America (USA)
Renault Stepway
January 12, 2024
Loved whale watching and the beaches
United States of America (USA)
Kia Forte
January 10, 2024
Beaches and site seeing
United States of America (USA)
Kia Rio
December 29, 2023
We visited family!
United States of America (USA)
Renault Stepway
December 29, 2023
Trip was great. Car is helpful when traveling to La Paz. But the rental car agency needs to be improved in Mexico. Not the best first and last impressions while on vacation.
Germany
Volkswagen Vento
December 18, 2023
road quality often bad, especially outside major cities
Canada
Toyota Corolla
December 16, 2023
Caleta Tankah - great beach. Beached Bikini Bar - fun and laid back plus nice beach. Tulum - history. Yal Ku lagoon - amazing snorkelling in calm water.
Canada
MG 5
December 12, 2023
We drove from Oaxaca city to the coast. Spent 7 days enjoying several beaches vetween puerto escondido and puerto angle. Car made the whole experience possible and flexible.
United States of America (USA)
Nissan X-Trail
December 11, 2023
My experience at the rental car counter put me in a bad mood for the rest of my week-long stay in Cabo San Lucas.
Canada
Renault Stepway
November 28, 2023
The reason of our trip was to attend a family wedding and then we explore the City of Guanajuato. Great food and amazing architecture.
United States of America (USA)
Dodge Grand Caravan
November 25, 2023
Puerta Villarta Airport was great. The car was brand new.
United States of America (USA)
Hyundai Elantra
November 21, 2023
The cenotes and ruins were neat but unfortunately there is lots of litter and pollution everywhere as there is not sufficient infrastructure to sustain the numbers of visitors the internet has brought to Tulum.
United Kingdom
Volkswagen T-Roc
November 16, 2023
Mexican roads are in poor conditions and not safe. The drivers are often reckless. We were pulled over by Mexican police in Mexico City and extorted. The cost of a one way trip is expensive. Strongly recommend getting the bus instead. Scenery was beautiful though (while we were in daylight as Avasa’s pick up process was so slow we set off late and had to complete our journey in the dark)
New Zealand
Chevrolet Trax
November 15, 2023
Vehicle gives a good deal of freedom given things are so spread out along the coast. Enjoyed Chichen Itzá and Tulúm ruins
Canada
Renault Logan
November 10, 2023
Unfortunately, many of the streets in Cabo San Lucas were not marked. So driving in the dark proved difficult. However, we did enjoy riding a Camel, and seeing the Arch during a Sunset Dinner Cruise.
United States of America (USA)
Volkswagen Vento
November 5, 2023
A little too much storm action when we were there.
United States of America (USA)
Chevrolet Beat
October 17, 2023
Everything was fine.
United States of America (USA)
Nissan Kicks
October 17, 2023
The best part of my trip was meeting Enny Vera - an Avis employee who most likely saved my life by not letting me drive in the middle of the night on a highway without my phone and made me stay that night in Cancun. I was absolutely exhausted from having a rough day filled with flight delays and hours of searching for my stolen phone with the airport security. She lend me her old phone for the duration of my stay in Mexico and helped me get in touch with relatives in NY. It is thanks to her that one of the worst days I could have had turned into one of the most beautiful ones. She showed me that in today's world filled with wars and injustice there are still people who care about others and offer kindness when it is most needed without expecting anything in return. She gave me hope, the most precious gift we can ask for these days. People like this are true gems and deserve to be recognized. I hope that you will have a chance to meet her.
United States of America (USA)
Nissan Versa
October 16, 2023
We simply drove to our resort and back to the airport. There were other personal reasons that we wound up not using the car.
France
Chevrolet Aveo
September 14, 2023
Easy, fast, secure
United States of America (USA)
Chevrolet Trax
August 31, 2023
Wonderful exploration of the Yucatan Peninsula.
United States of America (USA)
Volkswagen Vento
August 10, 2023
Loved having a car to drive to the Cenotes and ruins line Coba and Chichen Itza, going to the beach.
United States of America (USA)
Hyundai Elantra
August 9, 2023
Renting a car is a great idea for exploring the Mayan Riviera at your own pace. We at times changed plans during the day and made detours as desired. Roads are decent and toll roads are in excellent shape. Police are present throughout the area. We hit cenotes, ruins, beaches, shopping markets, lagoons, landmarks, snorkeling and many restaurants. We’ll be back!
United States of America (USA)
Nissan Kicks
August 8, 2023
Embrace the heat and humidity & you can really enjoy yourself & what the area has to offer. SO expensive though. Don't expect Mexico value any longer.
United States of America (USA)
Chevrolet Aveo
August 5, 2023
Yucatan is super hot during the summer.
United States of America (USA)
Nissan Kicks
July 30, 2023
We saw and experienced so much of Mexico!!! We created many memories seeing the amazing sites in Mexico!!!
United States of America (USA)
Volkswagen Polo
July 18, 2023
Drove the car across multiple cities. Driving is a bit crazy in Mexico but glad I had a rental
United States of America (USA)
Nissan Kicks
July 15, 2023
We went to the wine country in VdG.
United States of America (USA)
Toyota Avanza
July 12, 2023
Did a lot of things and enjoyed the paradise.
United States of America (USA)
Chevrolet Trax
June 9, 2023
Mexico is a wonderful city and am glad I was able to find good service like the one I received..
United Kingdom
Chevrolet Beat Sedan
June 7, 2023
Archeological sites, swimming, good restaurants, boat trip, kayaks
Canada
Nissan Kicks
May 28, 2023
we were pulled over twice by police, and one night 2 of our group (male and female) were arrested, robbed and thrown in jail overnight after exiting a taxi, only let out after paying an additional $4000 mxn each the following morning. guns were pointed at them, they were beat up and threatened to be tased. will not be returning to tulum
New Zealand
Chevrolet Aveo
May 7, 2023
If you intend on renting a car in Mexico make sure you get a vehicle with plenty of height clearance. The number of speed control bumps (Topes/reductors as they are called in Mexico), the pot-holes and general condition of many of the roads made this easily the most stressful car rental experience I have had in a foreign country. Proceed with caution - but if you are renting a car in Oaxaca, Thrifty are the way to go.
United States of America (USA)
Chevrolet Cruze
May 1, 2023
Exclusive resorts are very nice and Marina area was interesting to visit but rest of the areas had a lot to be desires. Cancun and Hawaii are better places to visit.
United States of America (USA)
Mitsubishi Mirage
April 29, 2023
Great visit to Cabo, Todos Santos and La Paz. Watch out for the bumps.
United Kingdom
Chevrolet Aveo
April 20, 2023
Amazing experience around Mexico
United States of America (USA)
Volkswagen Polo
April 14, 2023
Cancun is beautiful Tulum, Isla mujeres, etc
United States of America (USA)
Nissan Kicks
April 13, 2023
We explored the area possibly looking for a place to retire
Canada
Volkswagen Polo
April 10, 2023
Cactus, period
United States of America (USA)
Chevrolet Suburban
April 10, 2023
Cenotes are great, diving & snorkeling a must . Diving Cozumel was beautiful. It’s not a cheap trip ( unless you do your research) , make sure you have tip $ and use pesos ( local exchange rate is terrible) . You cannot by alcohol after 5 on Sunday, stop at the grocery early. Keep an eye on your stuff. Don’t be dumb and enjoy every minute of this beautiful place.
United States of America (USA)
Chevrolet Cavalier
April 9, 2023
Visiting lakes and eating delicious food every where.
United States of America (USA)
Volkswagen Polo
April 7, 2023
My trip was amazing. Wasn't in a place where tourists go.
United States of America (USA)
Chevrolet Aveo
April 5, 2023
Cancun is the place to go,very beautiful and safe. I will definitely go back.
Canada
Renault Logan
April 2, 2023
Cozumel - snorkel with turtles and sting rays Playa Del Carmen - shopping and beach Tulum - Mayan Ruins, beach, exploring Chichen Itza - wonder of the world do a must see Exploring off the beaten track
Canada
Chevrolet Aveo
March 30, 2023
Drove around the Yucatan. The freedom you get in exploring areas with your own vehicle is well worth it.
United States of America (USA)
Toyota RAV4
March 29, 2023
We visit the historic places and was very interesting.
Portugal
Volkswagen Golf
March 27, 2023
archeological sites, cities and small villages, beaches. And people: kind and cool
United States of America (USA)
Nissan Kicks
March 18, 2023
Very nice area. Beaches and waterfalls were awesome!
United Kingdom
Chevrolet Spark
March 15, 2023
Loved la Paz and todos Santos, the Mexicans are very friendly and hospitable
United States of America (USA)
Renault Kwid
March 13, 2023
Other than actually renting car the trip was great. Car was very useful
Canada
Chevrolet Beat
March 12, 2023
beautiful beaches, great restaurants, friendly locals.
United States of America (USA)
Kia Forte
March 12, 2023
Just too hot during early March trip. Temps in the mid 90's which made outdoor activities too difficult.
United States of America (USA)
Kia Sedona
March 8, 2023
Trip was amazing. We visited the town of Acanceh, Xumal, Progresso and had many stops on the way. The large van enabled 7 of us to travel with out luggage with ease.
Egypt
Dodge Journey
March 3, 2023
Xcaret park, xplor, xenses are one of the best destinations, also Cenotes are amazing
United States of America (USA)
Volkswagen Vento
March 1, 2023
Definitley rent a car if staying in Tulumm especially if staying in the town center and not the hotel zone. You can then drive to restaurants becasue walking from Alda Zama is hard since is it sooo dark (no street lights). You can also drive to other places. Chicken Itza then Ik Kil Cenote and Casa Tortuga and the canal float out of Muyil are must dos.
United Kingdom
Chevrolet Aveo
February 28, 2023
Great boat trip to swim with turtles!!! In Tulum
United States of America (USA)
Volkswagen Polo
February 26, 2023
Lots of great places to explore, amazing hikes and beaches and saw lots of whales. The rental car debacle was the worst part of the trip, everything else was amazing!
United States of America (USA)
VW Gol
February 26, 2023
Food and activities
United States of America (USA)
Hyundai Tucson
February 4, 2023
I am horrified at the environmental destruction of the construction of the Mayan train and all the fat American tourists that go to the golf clubs and all inclusive Disney-esque hotels. We tried to avoid that and experience true Mayan culture and leave-no-trace visits to the biosphere reserves to view nature and wildlife. Mexico shouldn’t try to be like America. It’s awful here. Please protect your wildlife from being exploited.
United States of America (USA)
Volkswagen Gol
January 30, 2023
We used the car for daily needs and a beach trip
United States of America (USA)
Volkswagen Polo
January 29, 2023
We loved Baja Sur. Definitely need a car for exploring the peninsula.
Australia
Kia Sedona
January 29, 2023
Visited Xcaret, Tulum, Cancun, Cenote Azul and Don Cafeto restaurant.
United States of America (USA)
Volkswagen Vento
January 25, 2023
Must sees: Isla Mujeres; beach; La Isla, xcaret Having a car made it easy
United States of America (USA)
Kia Soul
January 18, 2023
san Miguel was amazingly beautiful and would definitely go again and rent with company hopefully Ill get a discount for becoming a return customer/
United States of America (USA)
Changan Sania
November 28, 2022
We enjoyed being able to get to the beaches, Todos Santos and other locations.
United States of America (USA)
Nissan Kicks
November 26, 2022
Drove around the island twice and went into town often to eat
United States of America (USA)
Kia Rio
November 22, 2022
We drove the PUUC route to see the Mayan ruins there. Get to Uxmal early. We also went to Chichen Itza. Same advice. Both are extraordinary.
United States of America (USA)
VW Polo
November 20, 2022
Mainly I visited familiy but also tourist attractions that I was able to visit, thanks to the reliable vehicle I drove to het there
Poland
Chevrolet Aveo
November 12, 2022
Me my wife and kid were travelling on Yucatan. Really good trip. Cenotes are dope :) And we've seen a lot of wild life.
Mexico
Volkswagen Jetta
October 17, 2022
Definitely would but not I will go directly with Avis, Hertz or Alamo
United States of America (USA)
VW Polo
October 9, 2022
Las Grutas de Tolantongo is a one of a kind place you have to see! Go on weekdays when the crowds aren't crazy. Stop through wine and cheese country between Tequis and Bernal on your way back.
South Africa
VW Polo
October 5, 2022
The car was great and the service once we got to the rental facility was great. No hidden costs. And they upgraded us due to the annoyance of waiting for an hour to be collected. Overall a good experience.
Israel
Chevrolet Aveo
August 27, 2022
Isla Mujeres, Chichen Itza.
United States of America (USA)
Nissan Kicks
August 11, 2022
Fantastic drive along Baja California. Much more interesting then Arizona or New Mexico.
Colombia
Nissan Versa
May 22, 2022
Rental car is a great option for exploring Rivera Maya
Canada
VW Polo
March 15, 2022
visited many of the beaches on the coastal route would suggest to everyone drive the whole island its great fun
Mexico
Chevrolet Beat
March 11, 2022
I used this place on a whim to explore the spots outside of Merida. This place was excellent and I'd use them again for all the outside city trips.
United States of America (USA)
Toyota Hiace
March 1, 2022
We spent a wonderful month traveling around the Yucatán with our 4 kids, and made lots of memories. Wish we had spent more time in and around Valladolid, and maybe a bit less time in Holbox (it’s priced like a US resort). And Bacalar was incredibly beautiful! Definitely worth the 3 hour drive to get there. Tulum was definitely overrated, although Akumal was nice and Xel-Ha was a perfect way to spend a day with the family.
Croatia
VW Jetta
February 27, 2022
Ask for nearest gas station at pick up so when you do drop off you can add petrol to car just before returning (because of trafic in MC we spend to much fuel)
United States of America (USA)
Renault Duster
October 22, 2021
Try to rent directly through them (don't go through service).
United States of America (USA)
VW Gol
May 28, 2021
It’s easier to get around Tulum with a car. Especially, if you are staying in town.
United States of America (USA)
Nissan March
December 22, 2020
Always purchase the insurance ahead of time, get the best insurance you can if it's at a good rate. In Mexico, they will try to push insurance down your throat, in a way intimate you into getting their insurance. Take a walk around video of the car upon delivery. Do not negotiate on another vehicle, simply say you want the one you paid for and expect to receive it soon. Do not fall for their continuous extortion, keep asking for your vehicle and have a print out ahead of time of your rental, that comes in handy and is very useful to prove them you already have insurance, you paid for it and that's the vehicle you expect to get. The return was a lot easier, no issues there.
United States of America (USA)
Chevrolet Beat
October 19, 2020
if staying at an all inclusive resort & don't mind making your tour reservations through the resort, a vehicle is not required. But if want to control your time, save money, don't mind driving and using your GPS the car is not needed. It's very hard to get lost since the area has 1 main road.
United States of America (USA)
Kia Soul
September 30, 2020
Best all
United Kingdom
VW Polo
March 9, 2020
Look out for speed bumps in unusual places, they are not painted so you can't see them from a distance - the signs showing there is a bump is not always there
United States of America (USA)
Jeep Wrangler
February 20, 2020
There’s so much to do in the Mayan Rivera you’re costing yourself time and money not renting a car. A car is everything there, you have to do it or you miss out, period.
United States of America (USA)
Hyundai Accent
February 16, 2020
Loreto is beautiful
United States of America (USA)
Nissan March
September 29, 2019
The people at the car rental desk were friendly and helpful, the issue we had was that they only had stick shift available. They did end up bringing an automatic transmission in. But it took time. Also the windshield wipers were torn and it started raining about a half hour after we left. Other than those two issues I would say it was a mostly positive experience. Would I rent again? Yes. The convenience of having our own vehicle was wonderful.
United States of America (USA)
VW Vento
August 22, 2019
Love San Jose del Cabo and the freedom having a rental car provides.

Car Rental Statistics

Highest rated company
Enterprise
8.5 / 10
)
Lowest rated company
Ace Rent a car
3.7 / 10
)
Total number of reviews
165
Total rental companies
24
Average daily price
$43.64
Lowest daily price
$19.28
Total cars available
9029

Top 24 Suppliers in Mexico in 2024

Enterprise
Enterprise
Very good 8.5 / 71 reviews
53 locations
$49 - $496
Autounion
Autounion
Good 7.6 / 1 review
3 locations
$22 - $536
Ibiza Rent a Car
Ibiza Rent a Car
Good 7.6
4 locations
Alamo
Alamo
Good 7.5 / 173 reviews
71 locations
$40 - $336
National
National
Good 7.5 / 109 reviews
72 locations
$44 - $455
Goldcar
Goldcar
Good 7.5
1 location
Avis
Avis
Good 7.4 / 247 reviews
81 locations
$31 - $717
Finalrentals
Finalrentals
Good 7.4
22 locations
SIXT
SIXT
Good 7.3 / 287 reviews
23 locations
$30 - $357
City Car Rental
City Car Rental
Satisfactory 6.5 / 11 reviews
1 location
Budget
Budget
Satisfactory 6.4 / 168 reviews
42 locations
$61 - $340
Europcar
Europcar
Satisfactory 6 / 444 reviews
35 locations
$29 - $364
NUCarrentals
NUCarrentals
Poor 5.7 / 160 reviews
20 locations
$46 - $362
Flexways
Flexways
Poor 5.6 / 522 reviews
30 locations
$19 - $252
Dollar
Dollar
Poor 5.5 / 419 reviews
68 locations
$33 - $556
Hertz
Hertz
Poor 5.5 / 315 reviews
97 locations
$46 - $579
MEX RENT A CAR
MEX RENT A CAR
Poor 5.3 / 2,471 reviews
27 locations
$21 - $488
Keddy
Keddy
Poor 5.3 / 385 reviews
71 locations
$24 - $203
GreenMotion
GreenMotion
Poor 4.9 / 62 reviews
36 locations
$33 - $600
Thrifty
Thrifty
Poor 4.8 / 470 reviews
67 locations
$33 - $483
Firefly
Firefly
Poor 4.7 / 334 reviews
33 locations
Economy rent a car
Economy rent a car
Poor 4.6 / 419 reviews
9 locations
Routes Car Rental
Routes Car Rental
Poor 3.9 / 156 reviews
5 locations
$141 - $256
Ace Rent a car
Ace Rent a car
Poor 3.7 / 229 reviews
10 locations
$29 - $383
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