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There are 18 car rental providers in Detroit. Check out the map below to find the most convenient pickup spot.

The most popular car rental companies in Detroit

Renting a car in Detroit: Fast facts

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Most popular car rental companyBudget
Most popular carEconomy, 4-5 doors
Average daily price$1,520
Best time to book4 weeks before

How to book the best car rental deals in Detroit

We’re frequently named as the most trusted travel search site out there. We scan hundreds of trusted travel providers and put it all in one place, allowing you to instantly compare car rental rates and then book with no fees. Here's how to get the most out of your Detroit car rental search.

Book now, cancel later

We clearly highlight car and van rental options in Detroit that have free cancellation. So you can bag the best deal with total flexibility to change your plans if you need to.

Rent a car in Detroit for a whole month

Want to rent a car for almost a month? Often, car rental companies in Detroit avoid costly admin in between pickups by renting out cars for longer periods. So see whether monthly car rental is cheaper than the three weeks needed by selecting 30 days.

Compare fuel policies

To save money on filling up the tank as you take off in Detroit, look out for deals with a "full to full" fuel policy, as opposed to a "half-full to full" one.

Skip the lines

We call out keyless pickup when you search for cars with us. No keys to pick up means no lines. Just turn up at your preferred Detroit car rental location, hop in, and hit the road.

Frequently asked questions

On average, renting a car in Detroit will set you back around $1,520 per day or $4,561 per week. 
The cheapest car to rent in Detroit is a compact crossover (similar to an SUV). The most popular is Economy, 4-5 doors.
The cheapest car rental companies in Detroit are currently Budget and Avis.
Scoring the best car rental deal depends on when you book – often, it pays to book your wheels as far in advance as possible. However, according to our data, the cheapest month to rent a car in Detroit is currently April.
On average, around $4,561. But the best price we found for a car rental for a week in Detroit is $3,861.
Based on everything we know about daily prices, the average cost to rent a car in Detroit for a whole month is $21,615. 

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 Detroit, choose a car with unlimited mileage, or look for car rental deals with a "full to full" fuel policy as opposed to a "half-full to full" one.

We also clearly highlight car and van rental options in Detroit that have free cancellation
Yes – you can easily find car rental 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 transportation 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, and for as long as you want. You'll also be able to discover more outside of Detroit.
Most places – Detroit included – allow people under the age of 25 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 deductible for young drivers. 
The cheapest price we found for an economy car is $1,065 per day. The average price per day is around $1,520.
Of course. Most major car rental companies like Budget, Dollar diamond and Rent a Wreck offer baby and child seats as an add-on when you book.
Other travelers rated Payless as the best overall in terms of experience.
We search the Internet for all kinds of vehicle rental deals, including vans. But at the moment, we can't find any van rental in Detroit.