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Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Detroit, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Detroit?

Book your rental car in Detroit 7 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car rental prices are around HK$447/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 596% off the average price.

What is the best car rental company in Detroit?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Detroit is Budget (rated 5.4/10 with 134 reviews). Alamo (rated 8.7/10 with 44 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

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

The cheapest month to hire a car in Detroit is January, when you can expect to pay HK$408/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Detroit is July (HK$628/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.

January

HK$408

February

HK$455

March

HK$495

April

HK$455

May

HK$502

June

HK$597

July

HK$628

August

HK$565

September

HK$487

October

HK$495

November

HK$479

December

HK$487

What car do most people rent in Detroit?

Standard cars (Volkswagen Jetta or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Detroit. SUV cars (Dodge Durango or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Intermediate cars (Toyota Corolla or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Detroit?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 4 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in Detroit at 3.

Top rental agencies in Detroit

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Detroit known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Detroit. Reviews were last updated on 3 July 2025.
Rent a vehicle with one of these top rental car agencies serving Detroit, such as Budget, Alamo and Enterprise Rent-A-Car. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.

Budget

5.4
Fair
134 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.3

Comfort

6.3

Overall

5.4

Pick-up/drop-off

5.5

Value

5.6

Alamo

8.7
Very Good
44 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

9.0

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

9.1

Value

8.5

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.4
Good
36 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.9

Value

7.0

Dollar

6.8
Okay
46 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.9

Value

6.6

National

7.8
Good
9 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Overall

7.9

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

7.5

Hertz

7.0
Good
29 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

6.7

Thrifty

6.0
Okay
19 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

6.9

Overall

6.1

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

6.0

Payless

5.1
Fair
23 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.5

Comfort

6.4

Overall

5.0

Pick-up/drop-off

5.3

Value

5.3

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Detroit, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 3 July 2025.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Detroit for a week from Budget?

    Budget offers hire cars in Detroit for about HK$6,864 per week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Detroit?

    Yes, renting a vehicle in Detroit for a month is certainly possible.

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