Car Hire in Malaga
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Cheapest Car Hire Rates
Malaga Airport Car Hire
Economy
Toyota Aygo
or comparable
£ 2.24
/ per day
Malaga Airport Car Hire
Mini
Fiat 500
or comparable
£ 2.25
/ per day
Malaga Airport Car Hire
Mini Elite Convertible
Fiat 500 Cabrio
or comparable
£ 3.23
/ per day
Malaga Airport Car Hire
Compact
Ford Focus
or comparable
£ 3.84
/ per day
Most Popular Car Hire Deals
Malaga Airport Car Hire
Intermediate Crossover
Ford Kuga
or comparable
£ 6.10
/ per day
Malaga Airport Car Hire
Full-size SUV
Volkswagen Tiguan
or comparable
£ 8.11
/ per day
Malaga Airport Car Hire
Standard Crossover
Peugeot 3008
or comparable
£ 15.11
/ per day
Malaga Airport Car Hire
Compact Elite
Audi A3
or comparable
£ 17.71
/ per day
These prices are approximate and depend on the dates of the booking, hire length and type of car. This information was last updated at 15:54 on 2023-12-04.
Travel Information
Languages
Spanish, Catalan
Currency
EUR
Drive on
Right-hand side
Dialing code
+34
Average car hire price
£ 7 per day
Average car hire length
8 days
Speed limit within city centre
20 - 50 km/h or 12 - 31 mph
Speed limit out of city centre
90 - 120 km/h or 56 - 75 mph
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.05%
Average gasoline price
£ 1.55 per litre or £ 5.88 / 1 gallon
Lowest gasoline price
£ 1.34 per litre or £ 5.07 / 1 gallon
Highest gasoline price
£ 1.72 per litre or £ 6.50 / 1 gallon
Why hire a car in Malaga?
Malaga is a great city for hiring a car. Full of history, surrounded by beautiful beaches, and with many other interesting destinations nearby, it’s a great place to explore for days.
One-way Car Hire in Malaga
The most popular one-way car hire options for pick up in Malaga and drop off in another city include:
- From Malaga to Seville - 496 offers from £ 6.57 per day
- From Malaga to Madrid - 275 offers from £ 7.19 per day
- From Malaga to Barcelona - 441 offers from £ 7.19 per day
- From Malaga to Valencia - 347 offers from £ 7.19 per day
- From Malaga to Alicante - 126 offers from £ 7.19 per day
Top ways to enter Malaga
- Malaga Airport: The fourth-busiest in Spain (and first in Andalucia), Malaga Airport serves flights to and from destinations not only in Europe, but also North Africa and the Middle East.
- Granada Airport: About one-and-a-half hour’s drive northeast, Granada Airport is popular with low-cost carriers like Vueling and easyJet, and has connections to other Spanish cities, as well as Germany, Italy, France, and the United Kingdom.
- Gibraltar La Linea Airport: Located about 135 km (84 mi) southeast of Malaga, Gibraltar Airport hosts flights to and from the United Kingdom and nearby Morocco.
City facts
- The main language spoken in Malaga in Spanish of Andalusian variety. English is also widely understood, and there are many expats along the wider Costa del Sol region who also speak French, German, Dutch, and other languages.
- Malaga is made up of 11 districts that are further divided into barrios. Keep in mind that not all of the districts are located right on the coast.
- Malaga’s climate is subtropical and gets about 300 sunny days per year. Even in winter, the average temperatures are between 13 to 20 °C (55 to 68 °F) during the day. The summers are very hot, so keeping hydrated at all times is important.
Top destinations and activities
- Beaches. For most travelers, Malaga is all about the Mediterranean. The Malagueta Beach is the most famous one and located in the city, but nearby beaches like Burriana, Mijas Costa, and beaches in next-door Marbella can be just as fun and are easy to reach by a rental car.
- Picasso Museum. The famous Spanish painter Pablo Picasso was a native of Malaga, and the Picasso Museum, also known as the Birthplace Museum, has many of his artworks on exhibition, as well as works by other world-famous artists like Francis Bacon, Marc Chagall, and many others.
- Alcazaba. The castle, first built by moors in the 11th century, overlooks the city and is one of the most best-preserved and impressive sites in Spain. The next-door Roman Theater tells the story of an even older chapter in Malaga’s history.
- Malaga Cathedral. Malaga is home to many beautiful Catholic churches, but Basílica de la Encarnación is arguably the standout among them. The cathedral took about 250 years to finish and therefore encompasses elements of Gothic, Baroque, Neoclassicism, and other styles, but that only makes it more impressive. It is located near Alcazaba, as well as the Castle of Gibralfaro, another architectural landmark.
Traffic and parking
- Speed limits - 50km/h (31mph) in built-up areas, 90km/h (56mph) on most standard roads, 100km/h (62mph) on standard roads that are either one-way roads, roads with more than two lanes for at least one direction of traffic and roads with shoulders more than 1.5m wide, and 120km/h (74mph) on motorways (called autovías in Spain).
- The car documentation and insurance always has to be inside a vehicle.
- The driver and all passengers are required to wear seatbelts.
- Children up to the age of 12 and measuring less than 135cm travelling on the front seat of a car must be seated in a child restraint system adapted to their size and weight.
- Unnecessary use of audible warning devices (horns) is prohibited.
- The legal alcohol limit is 0.05% for experienced drivers and 0.02% for novice drivers.
- The emergency number is 112.
Toll roads
Most of the roads in Spain are toll-free. Toll roads are called ‘carretera de peaje’. On maps and road signs, all toll roads have to include a letter P after the road type. The payment method may vary depending on the road, but most will accept cash. Regardless of the region, the average estimated price is €9.5 ($11.25) per 100km by car. See the official website for prices and more information.
Ideas for day trips
- Granada. With Alhambra and other Islamic-era architectural monuments and sites preserved better than anywhere else, Granada is a timeless place with a very special atmosphere.
- Gibraltar. Technically part of the United Kingdom and just 6.7 square kilometers large, Gibraltar is a great place to visit. Climbing the Europa Point will let you see Africa across the Mediterranean while entering the Gibraltar rock will reveal a labyrinthine network of caves and tunnels. On your way to Gibraltar or coming back to Malaga you can also visit beautiful natural parks like Sierra de las Nieves or Los Alcornocales.
- El Chorro. Just 50 minutes drive from Malaga, El Chorro gorge and the nearby village of the same name is a fun place to explore. The truly adventurous ones will try to walk over the hanging walkway that’s known as Caminito del Rey (the King's Pathway).
- Acinipo. The beautiful and tranquil nature of Andalusia means that many Spaniards and other Europeans choose to retire in the area, but this tradition has surprisingly ancient roots. Even more than 2,000 years ago, the area of Malaga was popular with retiring Roman soldiers returning from battles in far-off lands. It was probably them who built the now-abandoned city of Acinipo with its baths and impressive Roman theater which has now been turned into a heritage site. Located some 100 km (62 miles) west of Malaga, the ruins are well worth a visit to have a glimpse into another time. Very rich in archaeology, artifacts, and related museums, Andalusia is also home to many Phoenician, Celtic, Moorish sites.
Most popular cars
The most hired car in Spain is the Ford Fiesta, but travelers tend to also choose the Fiat 500 and the Ford Focus a lot. The most popular car types are economy, compact and mini.
Further destinations
For more about traveling around Spain with a hired car, check out our complete guide.
- Algarve. Andalusia’s next door neighbor, the Portuguese region of Algarve is just four hour drive from Malaga and offers wild beaches, friendly towns, and distinct culture in equal measure. Do ask your car provider in advance if they permit you crossing the border.
- Cordoba. Although its inland location means that it is perhaps not as famous as Malaga or Seville, the city of Cordoba is one of the jewels of this part of Spain. As historic as Granada, it is home to landmarks like the Roman Bridge, the well-preserved Jewish Quarter, and the Alive Museum of Al-Andalus, as well as a special atmosphere that is only aided by the relatively smaller number of visitors. Cordoba is also right next door to the beautiful Sierra de Hornachuelos Nature Park. The trip from Malaga takes less than two hours.
- Morocco. While you cannot pick up a car in Malaga and take it to Morocco, you can drop it of in Spain, take a ferry across the Gibraltar Strait and hire a new one in the Moroccan city of Tangier, the fascinating entry point of Africa.
Car Hire Prices in Malaga
- Convertibles - starting at £ 3 per day
- Station wagons - starting at £ 6 per day
- Large cars - starting at £ 5 per day
- Medium cars - starting at £ 3 per day
- People Carriers - starting at £ 12 per day
- Premium cars - starting at £ 16 per day
- Small cars - starting at £ 2 per day
- SUVs - starting at £ 3 per day
Money-saving tips
There are many things you can do to get a good car hire deal in Malaga:
- Compare rates of different car providers
- Book your car well in advance
- Plan your route before you go
- Know your fuel and mileage requirements
- Visit on the month when the prices are the cheapest. According to our data, visiting Malaga is the cheapest in June when hiring a car is about 41% cheaper than the yearly average and about 54% than hiring a vehicle in July.
Top 20 Cities near Malaga
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Nerja Car Hire starting at £ 28.18 per day55.3 km / 34.4 miles away
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Granada Car Hire starting at £ 11.06 per day85.9 km / 53.4 miles away
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Gibraltar Car Hire starting at £ 9.54 per day95.5 km / 59.3 miles away
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Jerez Car Hire starting at £ 8.03 per day139.4 km / 86.6 miles away
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Seville Car Hire starting at £ 6.05 per day148.8 km / 92.5 miles away
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Almeria Car Hire starting at £ 13.36 per day190.4 km / 118.3 miles away
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Murcia Car Hire starting at £ 5.19 per day323.5 km / 201.0 miles away
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Torrevieja Car Hire starting at £ 13.03 per day367.2 km / 228.2 miles away
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Alicante Car Hire starting at £ 3.38 per day391.1 km / 243.0 miles away
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Madrid Car Hire starting at £ 8.41 per day431.2 km / 267.9 miles away
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Benidorm Car Hire starting at £ 13.03 per day438.1 km / 272.2 miles away
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Benissa Car Hire starting at £ 24.36 per day462.5 km / 287.4 miles away
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Valencia Car Hire starting at £ 5.32 per day470.6 km / 292.4 miles away
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Reus Car Hire starting at £ 6.56 per day698.0 km / 433.7 miles away
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Bilbao Car Hire starting at £ 7.35 per day749.1 km / 465.5 miles away
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Santander Car Hire starting at £ 14.36 per day753.0 km / 467.9 miles away
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Barcelona Car Hire starting at £ 6.56 per day766.0 km / 476.0 miles away
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Santiago de Compostela Car Hire starting at £ 15.18 per day768.2 km / 477.3 miles away
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Calella Car Hire starting at £ 46.80 per day825.3 km / 512.8 miles away
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Santa Susanna Car Hire starting at £ 46.80 per day831.1 km / 516.4 miles away
Top 16 Destinations around Malaga
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Malaga Airport Car Hire starting at £ 2.24 per day
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City Centre Car Hire starting at £ 13.14 per day4.8 km / 3.0 miles away
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Granada Airport Car Hire starting at £ 11.06 per day85.9 km / 53.4 miles away
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Gibraltar La Linea Airport Car Hire starting at £ 9.54 per day95.5 km / 59.3 miles away
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Jerez Airport Car Hire starting at £ 8.03 per day139.4 km / 86.6 miles away
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Seville Airport Car Hire starting at £ 6.05 per day148.8 km / 92.5 miles away
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Almeria Airport Car Hire starting at £ 13.36 per day190.4 km / 118.3 miles away
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Region de Murcia International Airport Car Hire starting at £ 5.19 per day323.5 km / 201.0 miles away
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Alicante Airport Car Hire starting at £ 3.38 per day391.1 km / 243.0 miles away
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Madrid Airport Car Hire starting at £ 8.41 per day431.2 km / 267.9 miles away
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Valencia Airport Car Hire starting at £ 5.32 per day470.6 km / 292.4 miles away
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Reus Airport Car Hire starting at £ 6.56 per day698.0 km / 433.7 miles away
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Bilbao Airport Car Hire starting at £ 7.35 per day749.1 km / 465.5 miles away
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Barcelona Airport Car Hire starting at £ 6.56 per day766.0 km / 476.0 miles away
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Santiago de Compostela Airport Car Hire starting at £ 15.18 per day768.2 km / 477.3 miles away
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Girona Airport Car Hire starting at £ 8.14 per day852.7 km / 529.8 miles away
Map of Car Hire Destinations
In which month is car hire in Malaga the most affordable?
According to our data, prices for hiring a car in Malaga fluctuate depending on the time of year. This graph displays the average hire prices in each month in order to help you find the best bargain.
Average price for hiring a car per day in Malaga
The best month to hire a car in Malaga is January (when the average price is £ 9.61 per day). This is 36% less than the yearly average and 54% less than hiring in April (when the average price is £ 20.96).
This information can help you determine the low season. But note that these prices are only averages. The cost of your hire is determined by the type of car you select, the length of time you hire it for and how much in advance you book. Simply type in your dates in the form at the top of the page in order to find out the exact prices.
This information can help you determine the low season. But note that these prices are only averages. The cost of your hire is determined by the type of car you select, the length of time you hire it for and how much in advance you book. Simply type in your dates in the form at the top of the page in order to find out the exact prices.
What is the usual period for which people keep their hire cars, on average, in Malaga?
Car hire lengths vary by month: in January, average hirers keep their car for 9, and in January, for 7 days.
Average number of hire days in Malaga
What is the most favoured month for hiring a car in Malaga?
Given the number of searches made by our customers, the most popular month for car hire in Malaga is July, and the least popular is January.
Popularity of Car Hire in Malaga by Monthly Searches
Car Hire Information
| Car hire locations | 4 |
| Airport locations | 1 |
| Popular suppliers | Delpaso, Record-go, Goldcar, Wiber, Click&Rent |
| Popular car categories | Small cars, SUVs, Medium cars, Large cars |
| Lowest price | £ 2 per day |
| Cheapest supplier | Delpaso |
Most Popular Car Hire Models
| Hire Agency | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delpaso | Toyota Aygo | 4 | 1 | Small cars |
| Delpaso | Citroen C3 | 5 | 1 | Small cars |
| Record-go | Fiat 500 | 3 | 1 | Small cars |
| Delpaso | Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 4 | 2 | Medium cars |
| Delpaso | Seat Arona | 5 | 2 | Large cars |
| Goldcar | Volkswagen Polo | 5 | 1 | Small cars |
| Record-go | Fiat 500X | 5 | 3 | Medium cars |
| Goldcar | Fiat Panda | 3 | 2 | Small cars |
| Delpaso | Fiat 500 | 3 | 1 | Small cars |
| Goldcar | Nissan Juke | 5 | 3 | SUVs |
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.
RJ
United Kingdom
Ford Focus
29 October 2023
Went to own holiday home so didn’t do any sightseeing & ate out at local restaurants in Fuengirola
AV
United Kingdom
Kia Sportage
21 October 2023
Golf trip great fun. Good day I’m Malaga for Tapas & Craft Beer. Nice day on beach for our final day.
Golf: Santa Maria & Calanova.
Food: El Pimpi Malaga
PT
United Kingdom
Kia Cerato
19 October 2023
Visit to Rhonda old time and marbella old town recommended although can get busy go early avoid the rush
LT
United Kingdom
Fiat 500X
18 October 2023
just used the car to run around various locations, as we are not poolside or beach dwellers, we like to see different towns and resorts.
BE
United Kingdom
Citroen C3
16 October 2023
Visiting different places & eating good food
DS
United Kingdom
Mini One Cabrio
23 September 2023
Benalmadena. Good food, beaches and people.
NF
United Kingdom
Fiat Panda
19 September 2023
Roads good but some parking expensive
AT
United Kingdom
Nissan Juke
5 September 2023
Hire Car provided a great way of transferring to our resort. A lovely holiday was had. Thank you.
JQ
United Kingdom
Nissan Juke
29 August 2023
We visited Seville, San Fernando/Cadiz, the alpujarra and Granada. Because there essentially ancient cities for cars parking can be a little difficult, but it’s worth the perseverance for the benefits that having a car to move easily between each location.
SR
United Kingdom
Ford Focus
10 August 2023
Location of Villa. Within driving distance to many attractions.
JM
United Kingdom
Toyota Corolla
18 July 2023
Great time. Spent with family.
JA
United Kingdom
Seat Ibiza
15 July 2023
Malaga for 3 nights, Granada for a night and 13 nights in nerja, lot of nice restaurants and trips to the beach
SF
United Kingdom
Seat Ibiza
7 July 2023
Visiting my parents in Almunecar which is a jewel of a town.
SB
United Kingdom
Fiat Panda
12 May 2023
We visit a lot, so we have many favourite haunts; BioParc, Tipi Tapa Restaurant, Aroma Secret Garden Restaurant, Zia Lola Restaurant. We love Fuengirola Markets (Tuesdays & Sundays), Fuengirola Beach. Mijas Pueblo village, shops, art gallery & cafes. Olivia’s in La Cala. The Boma, inland at Aleurin El Grande
MM
United Kingdom
Ford Focus
28 April 2023
Enjoyed travelling up through mountains on old road to Granada
MR
United Kingdom
Seat Leon
11 April 2023
Go every few months to discover new places
PR
United Kingdom
Nissan Juke
6 April 2023
all good
MS
United Kingdom
Ford Ka
27 March 2023
Visiting Salobrena and the surrounding area.
SO
United Kingdom
Fiat 500
27 January 2023
Enjoyable trip to Baza, Almeria, the Costa Tropical and Granada.
The natural hot springs at Banos de Zujar were were fantastic and we spent an hour swimming in the water with the outside temperature approximately 5 degrees Celsius.
NK
United Kingdom
Nissan Juke
8 January 2023
It was easier to drive than I had expected, possibly be because traffic was low given that we went in Dec instead of peak season.
SM
United Kingdom
Fiat 500
29 October 2022
Shared Villa with extended family in Nerja. Very enjoyable
TK
United Kingdom
VW Transporter
29 August 2022
Family trip
MG
United Kingdom
Seat Ibiza
28 August 2022
Good people,good beaches,good roads and places to visit and good weather.
LR
United Kingdom
VW Transporter
22 August 2022
Lovely Villa, restaurants and beaches.
NG
United Kingdom
Fiat 500
21 August 2022
Trip to fuengorola flea market a must... mijas in the mountains, lovely scenic view..
We stayed local to our private accommodation as like area mijas...
CM
United Kingdom
Seat Leon
16 August 2022
After pickup in Malaga, we drove to our villa in Marbesa using the GPS, then used the car to travel to Gibraltar, Ronda, Mijas, Fuengirola and also Marbella (several times). The car was completely reliable and efficient. Aircon was worth the rental alone!
DK
United Kingdom
Seat Leon
10 August 2022
We had a fantastic time, managed to drive to Granada, which was amazing place to visit.
PG
United Kingdom
Seat Leon
12 June 2022
We stayed in Mijas in the mountains it was beautiful. The scenery and peaceful location was fantastic would definitely return.
TR
United Kingdom
Ford Focus
12 May 2022
Good value. Good staff
CS
United Kingdom
Opel Corsa
6 May 2022
Lovely Estepona old town with plenty of eating places within reach of town and beaches.
ED
United Kingdom
Ford Fiesta
4 April 2022
We have been going to Costa Del Sol for many years and there are lots of lovely villages of the main through road which spans the all the way along Costa Del Sol. Lovely walkways along the coast to with lots of restaurants en route and places of interest.
RJ
United Kingdom
Nissan Juke
30 March 2022
Drove to Granada for a long weekend, very easy drive and a beautiful city. Fantastic flamenco shows in the caves. A hotel with a car park is a must as the city is all one way. Brilliant and cheap bus service to get about the city.
WJ
United Kingdom
Fiat Panda
22 March 2022
Cadiz was lovely.
IR
United Kingdom
Fiat 500
16 March 2022
I visited my house in Montefrio
JA
United Kingdom
Fiat 500
16 March 2022
Beautiful areas, and cheap , friendly people ,, all that I need
AC
United Kingdom
Ford Fiesta
1 March 2022
If collecting the car "out of office hours". Be warned! There is no sign indicating where you should go in this instance. Thankfully gentleman in the office next door helped us, as the phone numbers we were given were useless. No one answered. However, when we found the desk, the representative couldn't have been more helpful, so a huge thank you to him
SM
United Kingdom
Ford Fiesta
28 February 2022
Visited Nerja which is a beautiful town.
MS
United Kingdom
Ford Fiesta
24 February 2022
Granada is lovely. Worth going to the Sierra de Tejada as well for walking.
PR
United Kingdom
Nissan Qashqai
11 January 2022
Setenil de las Bodegas was an amazing place - definitely a place to visit as a day trip
MB
United Kingdom
Toyota Aygo
6 January 2022
There’s so many places to visit in Andalusia, Cordoba, Sevilla, little villages in the mountains, Ronda. Not everywhere is easy to get without a car. I must warn you that parking in the cities is pricey.
JB
United Kingdom
Seat Ibiza
5 January 2022
Caminito del rey is well worth a visit. As is a drive though the mountains de malaga.
AB
United Kingdom
Fiat Panda
11 October 2021
We drove to El Chorro - would recommend getting a more powerful diesel engine car as a lot of the roads are very steep and in bad condition.
JC
United Kingdom
Opel Corsa
11 August 2021
Book early
HS
United Kingdom
Fiat 500
5 August 2021
Clean, friendly, professional
GA
United Kingdom
Nissan Juke
26 May 2021
Overall experience was excellent
BK
United Kingdom
Fiat 500
9 April 2021
Don't take the cover offered online and sort this out when you collect the car.
Car Hire Statistics
Highest rated company
SOLO
9.2 / 10
Lowest rated company
Interrent
7.6 / 10
Total number of reviews
223
Total rental companies
29
Average daily price
£ 7.32
Lowest daily price
£ 2.24
Total cars available
1276
Top 29 Hire Companies in Malaga in 2023
SOLO
1 location
£ 7 - £ 23
Wiber
1 location
£ 4 - £ 26
Centauro
2 locations
£ 2 - £ 28
Drivalia
2 locations
£ 11 - £ 780
Alamo
2 locations
£ 13 - £ 152
SIXT
3 locations
£ 24 - £ 93
Europcar
3 locations
£ 16 - £ 110
Hertz
2 locations
£ 18 - £ 64
Alquicoche
3 locations
£ 19 - £ 85
WheeGo
1 location
£ 77 - £ 813
Budget
2 locations
£ 15 - £ 114
National
2 locations
£ 14 - £ 326
Avis
2 locations
£ 17 - £ 120
Keddy
2 locations
£ 13 - £ 73
Record-go
2 locations
£ 3 - £ 125
Click&Rent
1 location
£ 2 - £ 93
Enterprise
3 locations
£ 13 - £ 72
Everycar
1 location
£ 11 - £ 79
Key'n Go
1 location
£ 19
Delpaso
1 location
£ 2 - £ 88
Nizacars Rent A Car
1 location
£ 4 - £ 36
Flexways
2 locations
£ 20 - £ 47
Routes Car Rental
1 location
Goldcar
1 location
£ 3 - £ 5
Dollar
1 location
£ 13 - £ 26
Thrifty
2 locations
£ 13 - £ 26
Ok Mobility
1 location
£ 6 - £ 69
Firefly
1 location
£ 4 - £ 25
Interrent
1 location
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