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What car hire company in Detroit has the most locations?
Enterprise Rent-A-Car has the most locations of any car hire company in Detroit, with 4 locations.
What car do most people hire in Detroit?
When hiring a car in Detroit, most of our users will opt for the Chevrolet Suburban at €87/day on average. The second most popular is the Volkswagen Jetta car hire for an average of €52/day. Our users have found Chevrolet Suburban hires in Detroit for as low as €78/day and Volkswagen Jetta hires for as low as €52/day.
Detroit, Michigan car hire deals found on momondo
Find the car hire in Detroit that's right for you
Small cars
€32 - €49
All Car Types
€35 - €65
The average price of a small car hire in Detroit, the United States is €33. The cheapest time to hire a small car in Detroit, the United States is in June. The price is 4% lower than the rest of the year at just €32 per day. A small car rental is typically 29% less expensive than the average rental car in Detroit. The average price of a car hire in Detroit can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire.
The average price of a medium car hire in Detroit, the United States is €34. The cheapest time to hire a medium car in Detroit, the United States is in January. The price is 18% lower than the rest of the year at just €29 per day. A medium car rental is typically 24% less expensive than the average rental car in Detroit. The average price of a car hire in Detroit can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire.
The average price of a SUV hire in Detroit, the United States is €37. The cheapest time to hire a SUV in Detroit, the United States is in September. The price is 6% lower than the rest of the year at just €36 per day. A SUV rental is typically 18% less expensive than the average rental car in Detroit. The average price of a car hire in Detroit can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for Detroit SUV hire found on momondo in the past week.
Booked a car at 1 AM, waited 2 hours!!! to pick up the car at 3 AM.
2.0
Poor|Aug 2023
Terrible. Broken system. Waited 3 hours for car. Then my license “wouldn’t work” so I had to use my wife’s license to rent the car. I’ve rented with budget two weeks ago with no issues. I have a perfect driving record. Will not use budget ever again. Terrible.
2.0
Poor|Aug 2023
When I tried to check in using when prompted by an a Budget email, I kept getting an error saying that the rate was invalid. When I called Budget about this issue, I wasted several hours of time on the phone, but no one that I talked to could verify my rate or pre-check me in. One rep said that they thought that due to demand, that I wouldn't be able to get the car at the rate I had booked at anymore. Eventually someone just said to see if the rate I was booked at would be able to be honored at pickup time. It turns out it was (I different rate wasn't even discussed), but I had a lot of problems with the car that they gave me for my one-way rental from DTW to MKE. It turned out that 3 of the tires on my rental were bald on the inside which I didn't notice/check for when I picked up my rental car. One blew on the freeway and the tire was shredded on the inside. It was difficult to deal with Budget about this issue. Eventually I replaced the one tire that had blown and then drove the car on non-freeways to the nearest Budget rental to swap out my rental. I'm still waiting to see if Budget will reimbursement the money to replace the expensive low profile tire that I had to replace myself.
2.0
Poor|Jun 2023
I reserved the car for $101 and when I picked it up they tried to charge me $178. When I asked why the price increased vs my reservation amount, they made up a bunch of excuses. I had to argue with them for 5 minutes before the manager came out and adjusted the price back to the reservation amount. The drop-off experience was good and the person there confirmed that the final cost matched my reservation.
4.0
Mediocre|Jun 2023
Well, didn't get the car but got charged $50. That charge is buried in fine print that I had to "expand" to find. My flight was cancelled, 6 hour delay, trying to reschedule on my phone at the airport. Got another rental car but didn't cancel the Budget reservation. Yes, I see now that I should. But why did they ask for my flight number then ignore the cancellation? We've had other issues with Budget adding extra charges, etc. Usually met with "that's the way we do it", "that charge should have been displayed", lots of not my job kind of stuff.
8.0
Very Good|Jun 2023
The prices could have been better. Rates were too expensive.
Was excellent. The staff was phenomenal and very helpful.
10.0
Wonderful|Feb 2023
No complaints at all they were friendly and the suv I had was a brand new Ford expedition limited and when I choose a vehicle on kayak I just choose full size suv and that’s what I ended up with.
2.0
Poor|Feb 2023
Returned the Car Early and they charged me for the full number of days.
10.0
Wonderful|Jan 2023
The staff are courteous , professional , and helpful especially Mr Joe
10.0
Wonderful|Jan 2023
Friendliest staff at pick up-really made a difference after a long journey overseas. We appreciate the smiles and extra help finding car seats that fit our kids. Thank you for the excellent service-we’ll be using you again for our next trip back Stateside.
Had to change out a flat and the spare was in good condition. More importantly, it was so easy to get a hold of a real human being on the phone to explain my situation and tell me where to go to exchange for another car.
4.0
Mediocre|Oct 2022
The premium suv I reserved wasn’t so premium. A ton of air sound would come in from the windshield once I hit 45mph as if the weather strip was not properly replaced. The breaks were also very bad the vehicle should have been serviced before being rented out.
10.0
Wonderful|Sept 2022
Sean at enterprise was great. So was kayak app helping us get the car
10.0
Wonderful|Sept 2022
Easy pick up at airport and rental process took less than 10 minutes. Everyone we met along the way was very nice. Car was excellent and very clean. Highly recommend.
6.0
Okay|Jun 2022
Lots of hidden fees that were not what I agreed to when I made the original reservation.
Easy pickup. I love that you got to pick your own car and go. Return was alittle tricky as I had to adjust my drop off and staff didn’t seem to handle that well. But the manager came over and was extremely helpful and took care of it within minutes. Same date and time just different location. Very minor things. And would have been excellent all around. Car had a few areas they missed in cleaning. And the staff upon return , one lady could have handled it more professional that came over to help but minor in the end
10.0
Wonderful|May 2022
Frequent shuttle buses to/from DTW. Quick pick up and drop off process.
10.0
Wonderful|Apr 2022
The experience was good… staff efficient and the manual was in the glove box so I could look up little things about the car.
8.0
Very Good|Feb 2022
The car was pretty dirty inside. It was fairly inexpensive though. The service was decent.
4.0
Mediocre|Nov 2021
I tried modify my reservation thru Kayak and couldn’t.. Never renting thru Kayak again
Everything went very smoothly. It would be great if Detroit airport had a covered area for the cars. It was raining and I had to run to my car which is kind of a drag when you have luggage, etc.
4.0
Mediocre|Aug 2023
The line to pickup a car took over one hour. The staff were rude and dismissive to those in line, as well as to questions from guests. Not a great experience in any way.
6.0
Okay|Jul 2023
Always way too long of a wait, last three rentals were with dollar at different airports and always the same long wait! It’s official we are done renting from dollar, will pay more to have better service.
10.0
Wonderful|Jun 2023
The agent in Detroit was as good as I have ever had. Friendly, efficient, accommodating.
10.0
Wonderful|Jun 2023
Amazing rep at the Detroit airport. To casual of a return at pwm.
6.0
Okay|Jun 2023
Rental desk staff were friendly and helpful and once at the desk, paper work done in less than 5 mins. Less number of rental desk staff compared to the number of customers waiting in line to pick up cars - spent more than an hour waiting in the line.
Everything was excellent except for one thing; the amount charged on my credit card was way higher than my rental agreement and the final amount upon return. The National car rental location was Detroit, Mi Airport and returned to Brownsville,Tx airport. Something happened in the transition and hopefully National can correct the problem! I have a dispute reference number and I am waiting for the call from National at this time.
10.0
Wonderful|Jul 2022
I really like this rental car my family enjoy it
10.0
Wonderful|Jul 2022
We had a delay because the vehicle we reserved wasn’t on site and ready at the appointed time. We had to wait a little over an hour past our pick up time. They were as accommodating as they could be considering the circumstances and they adjusted my rental cost fairly to compensate me for the inconvenience. Outside of that, the experience was perfect and the vehicle was great. I would definitely rent again.
1.9
Poor|Aug 2021
I was refused a rental car because the ID reader was not up to date and did not recognize my driver’s license. It is a basic enhanced real ID from MN. Very disappointed and frustrated. I also waited at least 20 minutes for the manager to come “verify” that they couldn’t rent me a car. They didn’t even try to help me find a solution. What a waste of time. Shout out to Enterprise for finding me a rental!
Turned my car in Yesterday. They said my bill would come in an email. STILL STANDING BY WAITING ON THE EMAIL.
8.0
Very Good|Apr 2023
The exact car i reserved i got no substitute
10.0
Wonderful|Oct 2022
Everything was good
2.0
Poor|Oct 2022
Van was brought up, left for 6 miles, then low tire light came on, went back, swapped stuff to another van. Sienna was learning curve. Had an emergency, at home. returned car to DTW lot used 6 of the 9 days. Got no receipt from accepting agent. Got home to my wife in hospital and found a receipt from Thrifty charging $198 for AP conc fee which I told them was already in the previous contract. Called 3 times, Thrifty refused to reverse. Even when i said they had 3 days rental revenue to use the van. Didn't want credit for the days, just not to pay twice for airport fee.
10.0
Wonderful|Mar 2022
The staff there was nice and very easy to work with.
4.0
Mediocre|Feb 2022
The vehicle is clean but not well-maintained. The suspension was very stiff and felt like it did not exist. The door light alarm was always on, even I closed all the doors firmly several times. And I had to walk across the parking lot to find the car in the rain by myself.
When I got there, there was line and no one behind the counter. That was because there was only one person working and she had to go out to have the vehicle for each customer brought up to be cleaned and handed over. My rental was for 3pm, I didn't get out of there until 4pm. She was nice an courteous. The vehicle was great. But in a day that had already gone wrong, that extra delay was not helpful!
2.0
Poor|Jul 2023
Getting car took an hour, car smelled like smoke.
8.0
Very Good|Jul 2023
Representative chose a different vehicle (GMC) for us when a RAV4 was reserved and available. In her defense, there was minor damage to the back bumper of the RAV4, so she thought we wouldn’t want it. We would rather have been asked instead of the assumption. When asked about the RAV4, she quickly and politely switched us to that vehicle. Minor inconvenience.
2.0
Poor|Jun 2023
Pickup was difficult. There was nobody at the desk when we went. Drop was fine butt they charged me for the days even though I only rented the car for one. Very disorganized.
8.0
Very Good|Feb 2022
When I picked up my vehicle, the agent told me the parking space where my rental was located. However, I did not understand him, and had to return to the rental booth to ask again. It would have been helpful to have the parking space clearly marked on my paperwork. Overall, though, everything went smoothly.
1.9
Poor|Sept 2021
Pick up was a disaster, long wait and much confusion between Avis, Budget and Payless. Car turned out to be an SUV that was backed up to a light post base so the rear door couldn’t be opened to put in luggage. Drop off was also a mess as there was no place to put the car and no directions to bus stop. I was directed into a spot which was partially blocked by a plastic post so I couldn’t get in straight. I also was not expecting to have $250 charged to my card when the rental was PREPAID!
Learn everything there is to know about hiring a car in Detroit so you can be properly prepared for your next trip
Is there a fee to cancel my Detroit, Michigan car hire?
The majority of the Detroit car hire agencies that we partner with do not have a cancellation fee. This means that if your plans change unexpectedly, many car hire centres in Detroit such as Hertz, Budget, and Alamo often offer cancellation free of charge based on when you booked.
What is the speed limit in Detroit, Michigan?
The speed limit in Detroit is 40 km/h, unless otherwise stated on road signs. Detroit also has a suburban speed limit of 120 km/h which is strictly enforced. If you find yourself on a motorway in Detroit, be aware that the speed limit is generally 120 km/h.
What car hire company has the Chevrolet Suburban in Detroit?
If you’re interested in hiring the Chevrolet Suburban in Detroit, then Dollar is the most popular car hire company in the city that offers this vehicle (as well as other similar SUV hire). Chevrolet Suburban hire in Detroit from Dollar is €87 per day on average.
What is the weather like in Detroit, MI in October?
In October, Detroit usually gets 62 mm of precipitation and has an average temperature of 12 °C. This information can be very helpful when looking at hire cars in Detroit as it can help you make the best decision.
Is the weather in Detroit similar to the rest of Michigan?
Those looking to hire a car in Detroit for a road trip to the surrounding areas, please know the weather in Michigan during the month of October usually is around 10 °C with 60 mm of possible rain.
When did momondo last update prices for cars in Detroit?
Prices for cars in Detroit are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for cars in Detroit?
The number of operators available for cars in Detroit is 21 as of October 2025.
How old do you have to be to hire a car in Detroit?
The minimum age for drivers varies by country, including Detroit. In many EU countries drivers must be 18 years old. As a rule, you’ll need to be 21 to hire a car abroad, and a young driver surcharge may be applied if you are under 25. We recommend reading through the policy of your chosen hire company before booking.
What documentation or ID do you need to hire a car in Detroit?
When hiring a car in Detroit, all drivers must present a full valid driving license. An International Driving Permit is required if the driving license is written in a language different to that of the country of hire and may be necessary to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you are hiring abroad, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We always recommend checking with the individual hire company you are booking with.
Why use momondo?
Why should I use momondo to book a car hire in Detroit?
momondo finds and compares thousands of car hire websites to provide you with the best selection of policies and car hire in Detroit. Finding a car hire is quick and free of charge, so using momondo for your booking makes sense.
How does momondo help me find the best car hire deal in Detroit?
By the use of filters, momondo makes finding a great car hire in Detroit easier. Whether it is price, car type, amenities or policies, momondo allows you to refine your search with these and more filters to find the best deal for you.
Does momondo show car hire deals in Detroit with free cancellation?
Yes, momondo allows you to filter specifically for car hire companies in Detroit offering free cancellation.
Can I hire a car with a fair fuel policy in Detroit on momondo?
Yes, simply select the fair fuel policy filter after performing a search for hire cars in Detroit on momondo.
Can I find a car hire in Detroit which offers enhanced cleaning on momondo?
You certainly can. momondo has a dedicated filter for enhanced cleaning services for all car hire locations including Detroit.
Can I search for car hire in Detroit with unlimited mileage on momondo?
Absolutely. You can specifically filter for car hire deals in Detroit with unlimited mileage on momondo.
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