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Cheap Car Hire in Madrid, Spain from £4

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Madrid with a pick-up date of 19/6 and drop-off date of 26/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Madrid, Spain car hires in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Madrid, Spain. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 13 June 2025.

Most popular company

RECORDGO

Price of gas per litre

£1.22

Average price per day

£18

Cheapest price per day

£4

Popular car types in Madrid, Spain

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Madrid, Spain and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 13 June 2025.

In Madrid, there are 247 active hire locations from 63 car hire companies. small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Madrid in the past week - currently priced from £4/day. View deals for 4 car types available to hire in this destination:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Mini

Mini

Premium

Premium

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Compare car hire deals in Madrid, Spain by type

Here are the best Madrid small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Madrid medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Madrid large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Madrid SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Citroen C1£4/day
2
M
A/C
Citroen C1
Kia Picanto£4/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Kia Picanto£4/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto

Best car hire deals found in Madrid

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Madrid, Spain. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Madrid, Spain with an average daily rate of £10. Data was last updated on 13 June 2025.
These are some of the most attractive options when it comes to hiring a car in Madrid. If these deals don't completely appeal to you, check back soon for alternative offers.
Citroen C1£4/day
2
M
A/C
Citroen C1
Kia Picanto£4/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Kia Picanto£4/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto

Cheapflights insights for Madrid car hires

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

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

To get the best deal on car hire in Madrid, book about 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around £14, which is about 51% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Madrid?

Looking to hire a car in Madrid? Goldcar Rental SP had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only £2.59/day. Centauro also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at £2.63/day.

What is the best car rental company in Madrid?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Madrid is Europcar (rated 9.6/10 with 2 reviews). Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 8.1/10 with 11 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Madrid?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Madrid is March, when you can expect to pay £12/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Madrid is December (£27/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

£13

February

£13

March

£12

April

£25

May

£20

June

£19

July

£25

August

£27

September

£17

October

£20

November

£17

December

£27

What car do most people hire in Madrid?

SUV cars (Kia Sportage or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Madrid. Economy cars (Ford Focus or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Compact cars (Volkswagen Golf or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Madrid?

Free2Move has 28 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Sunnycars has the second-highest number of locations in Madrid at 18.

Top hire agencies in Madrid, Spain

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Madrid, Spain known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Madrid, Spain. Reviews were last updated on 13 June 2025.
Hire a vehicle with one of these top car hire agencies serving Madrid, such as Europcar, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Thrifty. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

Europcar

9.6
Wonderful
2 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

9.6

Overall

9.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.8

Value

9.2

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.1
Very Good
11 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.1

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

Value

7.8

Thrifty

7.9
Good
2 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

9.4

Overall

7.9

Pick-up/drop-off

6.9

Value

7.9

Sixt

7.4
Good
10 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.9

Value

7.3

Dollar

9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.5

Comfort

8.4

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

8.4

Budget

7.1
Good
11 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.4

Centauro

5.6
Fair
5 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.2

Comfort

6.0

Overall

5.6

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

5.4

Hertz

5.2
Fair
15 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.2

Overall

5.1

Pick-up/drop-off

5.3

Value

5.0

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Madrid, Spain, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 13 June 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Madrid?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under £18/day when booking a car hire in Madrid. The absolute best deal a user found was for £8/day from Record Go, booked on Jun. 8.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Madrid for a week from Record Go?

    Record Go is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Madrid. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about £87 per week.

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

    Yes, you can hire a car for a month in Madrid check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Madrid for a month?

    The monthly cost of a car hire in Madrid is £372 (£12/day) on average.

  • How much is a car hire in Madrid for a weekend?

    £35 is typically the average cost for a hire car for the weekend in Madrid, though this could vary depending on the time of year. If you’re on a budget when travelling to Madrid, then opt for a Mini hire vehicle - these tend to be the most affordable on weekends. In the month of July, you can expect to find car hire prices on Cheapflights for as low as £31/day.

Car hires by fuel type in Madrid, Spain

Browse car hires by fuel type in Madrid, Spain. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Madrid, Spain. Deals were last updated on 13 June 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Madrid, Spain. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (£6+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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