Costa del Sol

Cheap Car Hire in Costa del Sol from £7

Málaga, Andalusia, Spain
26 Mar — 2 Apr
Driver's age: 26-65
Málaga, Andalusia, Spain
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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Costa del Sol?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Costa del Sol and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 19 March 2024.

January

£9

February

£12

March

£14

April

£16

May

£14

June

£15

July

£18

August

£18

September

£15

October

£16

November

£8

December

£17

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Costa del Sol is November. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Popular car types in Costa del Sol

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Costa del Sol and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 19 March 2024.

There are, in total, 133 car hire locations in Costa del Sol that are operated by 67 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: £7/day). Explore 5 car types currently offered from Costa del Sol hire providers:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

People carrier

People carrier

Mini

Mini

Premium

Premium

Passenger van

Passenger van

Luxury

Luxury

£117+

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Compact estate car

Compact estate car

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

Compare available car types for hire in Costa del Sol

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Costa del Sol to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 19 March 2024.

Small cars

£13 - £31

All Car Types

£21 - £45

To hire a small car in Costa del Sol, you would pay an average price of £20/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Costa del Sol (~£13/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~£31/day). In fact, January is about 35% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Costa del Sol. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Costa del Sol, hiring a small car saves you 42% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Costa del Sol small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Costa del Sol, you would pay an average price of £36/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Costa del Sol (~£20/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~£50/day). In fact, January is about 45% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Costa del Sol. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Costa del Sol, hiring a medium car is 6% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Costa del Sol medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Costa del Sol, you would pay an average price of £59/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Costa del Sol (~£40/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~£71/day). In fact, January is about 33% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Costa del Sol. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Costa del Sol, hiring a large car is 43% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Costa del Sol large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in Costa del Sol, you would pay an average price of £30/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Costa del Sol (~£20/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~£44/day). In fact, January is about 34% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Costa del Sol. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Costa del Sol, hiring a SUV saves you 12% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Costa del Sol SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in Costa del Sol, you would pay an average price of £57/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a van in Costa del Sol (~£37/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~£68/day). In fact, November is about 37% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Costa del Sol. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Costa del Sol, hiring a van is 42% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Costa del Sol van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a luxury car in Costa del Sol, you would pay an average price of £75/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in Costa del Sol (~£44/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~£128/day). In fact, January is about 42% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car hire for Costa del Sol. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Costa del Sol, hiring a luxury car is 55% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a convertible in Costa del Sol, you would pay an average price of £37/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a convertible in Costa del Sol (~£19/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~£49/day). In fact, January is about 50% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a convertible hire for Costa del Sol. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Costa del Sol, hiring a convertible is 11% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

Hyundai i10£7/day
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Hyundai i10
Hyundai i10£7/day
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Hyundai i10
Hyundai i30£8/day
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Top hire agencies in Costa del Sol

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Costa del Sol known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Costa del Sol. Reviews were last updated on 19 March 2024.

Solo Rent a Car

6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

8.0

Sixt

8.0
Very Good
3 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.1

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

7.0

Budget

8.0
Very Good
6 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

8.0

Europcar

7.6
Good
9 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.3

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

7.3

Hertz

7.2
Good
15 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

6.9

Avis

6.0
Okay
14 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

6.3

Overall

5.5

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

5.2

Rhodium

4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

6.0

Overall

4.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

4.0

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

5.0
Fair
7 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.7

Comfort

5.0

Overall

5.0

Pick-up/drop-off

4.8

Value

5.0

Best Costa del Sol car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Costa del Sol. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Costa del Sol with an average daily rate of £25. Data was last updated on 19 March 2024.
Hyundai i10£7/day
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Hyundai i10
Hyundai i10£7/day
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Hyundai i10
Kia Rio£7/day
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Kia Rio

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Costa del Sol, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 19 March 2024.

What are the rules for driving in Costa del Sol

Car hire in Costa del Sol is the preferred choice of transport because of the first-class motorways by which you can explore the beautiful Spanish coastline. Make sure you know the road rules before setting off for your trip. Before you complete your booking for car hire in Costa Del Sol, take note that they drive on the right and overtake on the left. Passengers must wear seat belts, and you cannot talk on a mobile phone unless you have a hands-free kit. There are changing speeding limits, so look out for the road signs. The blood alcohol limit is 0.05% per 100ml blood. When booking your car hire in Costa del Sol, take some time to check with the local motor vehicles department to check for any changes to the road rules. You are legally required to carry your car hire documents, insurance and your driving licence while driving.

  • What are the requirements to hire a car in Costa del Sol?

    When looking for car hire in Costa del Sol, there are certain requirements to take into account. You need a valid local driving licence or an International Driving Permit if you are a foreigner. All Costa del Sol car hires require the same documents whether you choose an economy car, passenger van, or electric car hire. You need to be at least 21 to hire a car, but there will be age and risk related surcharges if you are younger than 25 or older than 70. You must provide a valid ID or a passport and pay by credit or debit card.

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in Costa Del Sol?

    Deciding on what type of car to hire for your Costa del Sol car hires depends on what sort of road trip you're taking. There are many options for your cheap car hire in Costa del Sol, and if you want to drive along the beautiful Spanish coastline route, a car with extra space is a good choice. If you want to spoil yourself, then a luxury car hire or a convertible car will give you all the extra comforts. If you're travelling with a family or large friend group, a passenger van will allow you all to experience the beautiful scenery together.

  • What are the best places to park in Costa Del Sol?

    Once you have finished deciding on your car hire in Costa del Sol, it’s best to check what your parking options are. There is street parking available, and some parking spots are free. There are metered parking spots where you will pay per block of time. Make sure you obey the rules, as your car can be towed if you park illegally. There are blue and green signs on the road that indicate the type of parking and how long you can park there without a charge. Check with your hotel to find out if you can park your cheap car hire in Costa del Sol for free or if they have an extra charge.

  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Costa del Sol?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under £21/day when booking a car hire in Costa del Sol. The absolute best deal a user found was for £6/day from Amigos Car Rental, booked on Jul. 28.

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Costa del Sol?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Wiber (10.0 rating), Centauro (10.0 rating) and Alamo (8.5 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Costa del Sol.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Costa del Sol for a week from Delpaso?

    Delpaso is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Costa del Sol. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about £101 per week.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Costa del Sol for the best price?

    Booking early almost always ensures you have more options of car models to choose from, as well as prices reduced by up to 46% to make it a great deal in Costa del Sol. Try to book at least 7 days prior to when you need the car hire to close on a rate below the average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Costa del Sol?

    Typically, how long you can hire a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Costa del Sol however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.

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