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Detroit car hire information
| Pick-up location | Detroit |
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| Car types | Compact, Compact SUV, Economy, Full-size, Full-size SUV, Intermediate, Intermediate SUV, Luxury, People carrier, Pick-up truck, Premium, Standard SUV, Supplier choice |
| Hire locations | 19 |
| Airport locations | 14 |
| Popular agencies | Thrifty, Dollar, Alamo |
Cheap car hire in Detroit
| Economy | R735/day |
| Compact | R659/day |
| Intermediate | R664/day |
| Full-size | R674/day |
| People carrier | R1 107/day |
| Full-size SUV | R976/day |
| Premium | R735/day |
| Luxury | R809/day |
| Pick-up truck | R1 102/day |
| Supplier choice | R660/day |
| Compact SUV | R687/day |
| Intermediate SUV | R727/day |
| Standard SUV | R846/day |
Top tips for hiring a car in Detroit
- Experience the freedom and ultimate flexibility during your stay in Detroit and opt for a hire car upon your arrival. Public transport can be a hassle with delays, changing timetables, and expensive fares, so discover everything Detroit and the surrounding areas have to offer conveniently at your own place with a car.
- Detroit Metropolitan Airport is situated just over 21 miles from the city center of Detroit, so with a hire car you will be at your next destination in under half an hour. Free shuttles pick travelers up from the terminals and bring them to the car hire center with companies offering vehicles of all shapes and sizes. The quickest way into Detroit is via the I-94 E.
- Driving in Detroit can be a pleasant experience compared to many other US cities, as the streets are broad and usually well-lit. However, road conditions could be improved and potholes or cracks are not uncommon. Also be careful with lane changing, as in Detroit the left lane is not necessarily used by drivers to overtake, and they may even go slower than drivers in the right lane. Driving attentively and defensively will help getting around the city without any hassle or problems.
- Michigan regularly has very cold winters with lots of snow, so when driving in Detroit during the cold season, make sure the hire car is equipped appropriately or ask for snow chains at a surcharge. During morning and evening rush hours (about 7-9 AM and 5-6 PM), traffic jams can occur, especially on the I-94, so, if possible, these times should be avoided to start a day trip. Always plan at least one hour in advance when driving during these times, and allow more time when going to the airport.
- Book your car hire in Detroit at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Economy car hire in Detroit are around 66% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about hiring a car in Detroit
What type of car is recommended for driving in Detroit?
A 4-wheel drive car is advisable for this area, especially during the winter season. Even though pick-up trucks are a beloved choice of vehicle of the people in Detroit, a more compact car is recommended when driving in the city, as changing lanes and finding a parking space becomes considerably easier.
What’s the speed limit in Detroit?
Always adhere to the speed limits given on posted signs. Generally, 25 mph are permitted in residential areas, 55 mpg on unposted highways and up to 75 mph on freeways. The Basic Speed Law also applies, which means driving as fast as is sensible and adapting to the weather and road conditions.
Where are the best places to park in Detroit?
Street parking, parking lots, and garages are all good options for parking a hire car. Street parking is mostly metered and operated usually between 8 AM and 6 PM Mondays through Saturdays, so parking outside these times is free of charge. Garages include the Buhl Garage or Cadillac Square, but with prices ranging from $15 to $24 per two hours, they are a rather pricey solution. Generally, parking in Detroit comes at a cost, so opting for a hotel with a parking lot is recommended.
What is the best car hire company in Detroit?
Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car hire in Detroit is Payless (6,3, 55 reviews).
How much is the price of fuel in Detroit?
The average price of fuel in Detroit is R77,70 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between R932 and R1 243, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular car hire in Detroit?
Economy (Toyota Yaris or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Detroit.
How can I find car hires near me in Detroit?
Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.
How much does an Economy car hire cost in Detroit?
An Economy car hire in Detroit costs R589 per day, on average.
How much does an Intermediate car hire cost in Detroit?
An Intermediate car hire in Detroit costs R731 per day, on average.
How much does a Compact car hire cost in Detroit?
A Compact car hire in Detroit costs R859 per day, on average.
Detroit car rental reviews and directory
Alamo
8,9
Very Good
153 reviewsCleanliness
8.8
Comfort
9.3
Pick-up/Drop-off
9.2
Value for money
8.6
One location in Detroit
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6,0 Okay
May 2021
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Staff was helpful and friendly!Cons:
The minivan I rented was not clean, there was crackers and crumbs in the rear seats and under the middle seats, it looks like they wiped down the front two seats but you rent a minivan because you need to seat a lot of people and we had to clean it up before anyone would sit in the rear seats. I was highly disappointed.2,0 Poor
May 2021
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NothingCons:
A upfront message stating CLEARLY that I cannot rent a car at metro airport with a visa debit card8,0 Very Good
May 2021
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For the 1st time ever in Detroit the Shuttle driver helped with bags. Service at counter and in yard was goodCons:
They could’ve actually had a Chevrolet suburban that I reserved we ended up with a foreign car but at least it had nicefeatures on it it’s kind of sad to go to Detroit and have to drive a foreign car10,0 Wonderful
Apr 2021
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Shuttle service was great. Process at Rental Agency was quick and easy. Car selection was simple.8,0 Very Good
Jan 2021
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perfectCons:
the ability to introduce and additional form of payment when the need arises due to extending the contract.10,0 Wonderful
Jan 2021
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NothingThrifty
7,7
Good
182 reviewsCleanliness
8.3
Comfort
8.2
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.4
Value for money
7.8
One location in Detroit
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10,0 Wonderful
Feb 2020
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Tricia was top-notch, extremely helpful to me when I was picking up the car and dropping it off. I wish more rental car companies had people like her to help folks like me!7,2 Good
Dec 2020
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2019 Camry was a great car.Cons:
$13/day to add a spouse as a driver is ridiculous. Every other car rental company that I’ve used does this for free. Will not be using Thrifty in the future on this basis.3,6 Poor
Dec 2019
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Vehicle smelled like smoke. Vehicle not ready when arrived. Rude drop off.7,2 Good
Dec 2019
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The pickup was easy since there was no other customer in the office. The place was D E A D. That was good for me.Cons:
The drop off process was very poor. There was no attendant. I was just told to leave the car in the lot and walk away. Someone would process it later and send me a receipt. But one day later I still do not have a receipt !!7,2 Good
Dec 2019
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The van ran good. We needed to keep it longer, it was very easy to call the 800 # and extent the time.Cons:
The pick up & drop off process needs improvement. The people behind the desk seem indifferent and lazy. We had to write down the damage on the vehicle, which was dirty and hard to tell. Upon return, there was no one outside to accept the vehicle. When I went inside, I was asked to return the key to the vehicle & get the mileage. No one looked at the car5,2 Fair
Nov 2019
Pros:
Staff was friendlyCons:
The shuttle took 15min to come, it was nowhere in sight, while Avis and Hertz etc has 3 come by one after the other, barely picked me up right before 1am, it’s when they close, so i almost didn’t get my car. Stood in the cold for awhile. It wasn’t that unbearable but the fact that i saw everyone else’s shuttle come 3 times and my company closed at 1am and it was 12:52 when they picked me up. I would rather not use Thrifty’s again if i has a choice.Dollar
7,0
Good
287 reviewsCleanliness
7.8
Comfort
7.6
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.0
Value for money
6.9
One location in Detroit
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3,6 Poor
Feb 2019
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Arrived to pick up reserved car. Was not available. Clerk was rude and blamed me. I called customer service who hung up on me. Then my membership was deleted. I am now with enterprise. Very happy there.10,0 Wonderful
Apr 2018
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Terrific service at the counter - easy pick up process, great car, no problems at all. Renting from them again this week!6,0 Okay
Mar 2018
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Staff very pleasant and helpfulCons:
limited selection2,4 Poor
Feb 2018
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Poor customer service, agent was very aggressive with insurance and with overt judgment and comments. Poor car condition, lots of dings and scratches on car. No one came to assist with car in lot. Car had brake issues and transmission issues.8,0 Very Good
Feb 2018
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Good customer service, in and out.5,2 Fair
Feb 2018
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The price was too highPayless
6,3
Okay
216 reviewsCleanliness
7.0
Comfort
7.2
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.2
Value for money
6.6
One location in Detroit
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2,0 Poor
Jul 2020
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Nothing. Dumped Payless rental retrieval of rental car to Avis center where the lines were horrendous. Waited for more than an hour long to get a car instead of full size SUV for which I paid for. Most horrible rental car experience!2,0 Poor
Jul 2020
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The Budget car rental staff and policy are the worst I have ever dealt with. Especially Kayak. HOW CAN YOU LET A DRIVER RESERVE A VEHICLE THAT YOU MUST BE 25 TO RESERVE AND THEN CANCEL FOR A FEE. WITH NO AGE VERIFICATION. Completely B.SCons:
HAVE AGE VERIFICATION BEFORE RESERVING A CAR THAT REQUIRES A CERTAIN AGE TO EVEN PICK UP!!!!!6,4 Okay
Jan 2020
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Car was nice, new, and clean.Cons:
No one at front desk for 15-20 min when they opened. Hard to see signage at DTW. No one really there for dropoff outside too plus hard to see dropoff signage.3,6 Poor
Dec 2019
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Car smelled HEAVILY of marijuana and cleaning solution. Extra long wait for shuttle on both ends of the journey.10,0 Wonderful
Nov 2019
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Friendly staff, easy pick up, and drop off.Cons:
N/A10,0 Wonderful
Aug 2019
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Wonderful staff!Budget
5,8
Fair
344 reviewsCleanliness
6.6
Comfort
6.7
Pick-up/Drop-off
5.8
Value for money
6.0
One location in Detroit
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2,0 Poor
Oct 2022
2,0 Poor
Oct 2022
10,0 Wonderful
Oct 2022
6,0 Okay
Oct 2022
10,0 Wonderful
Oct 2022
10,0 Wonderful
Oct 2022
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
7,8
Good
88 reviewsCleanliness
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.3
Value for money
7.4
4 locations in Detroit
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10,0 Wonderful
Jan 2021
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Yes staff were friendly, and Truck was warm when we picked it up.Cons:
Nothing it was fine.10,0 Wonderful
Nov 2020
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Friendly and accommodating staff. Helped us change our car with no hassle at all.Cons:
Cleaning of the vehicle. Front was still had a lot of bugs and it looked like there had been something spilled on the inside of the rear ds door, that had only been partially wiped up.7,6 Good
Oct 2020
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The staff was helpful.Cons:
The size of the car was smaller than what I reserved and the car was damaged when I picked it up.10,0 Wonderful
Aug 2020
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We decided to stay an extra day and they were so accommodating.9,6 Wonderful
Aug 2020
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It had a few dents but you were great!4,0 Mediocre
Jul 2020
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The customer service was great!Cons:
The rental car was filthy.Avis
6,3
Okay
73 reviewsCleanliness
7.2
Comfort
7.4
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.2
Value for money
6.2
One location in Detroit
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3,6 Poor
Aug 2020
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Drop off was easyCons:
Waited almost 2 hrs in line to get car.. only one person working behind the desk.. with no sense of urgency to move people along.. the mist unorganized ever experienced!5,6 Fair
Oct 2019
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Staff i detroit pickup was not very helpful, the man did not explain anything, and didnt know why I was getting charged 50 dollars over the original quote. I fueled up before returning and the person at the drop of said i did t need to since the gas was included in the deal.. sooooo i spend 40 bucks to fuel something i didnt have to. Going back to enterprise with my crewCons:
Communication10,0 Wonderful
Apr 2019
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Buses were easy to find, rental desk was fast, car was fine.3,2 Poor
Apr 2019
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2 hrs to pick up reserved vehicle Same as flight time2,8 Poor
Feb 2019
Pros:
NothingCons:
The check in process took about 30 minutes. The car smelled like marijuana........it was so bad that my clothes smelled like it when I went to my meetings. I had a couple clients comment about it.......10,0 Wonderful
Sep 2018
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So easy! Everyone was very friendly and fast. That was my best big city airport rental experience ever!Hertz
4,0
Mediocre
63 reviewsCleanliness
4.0
Comfort
4.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
4.0
Value for money
4.0
2 locations in Detroit
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2,0 Poor
Sep 2020
Pros:
The rental car itself was ok.Cons:
Kayak booked my reservation 30 minutes away from the airport. When this was determined by the staff at Hertz Detroit airport, they were unwilling to help arrive at a solution. I had to leave the Hertz area and book through Thrifty/Dollar in order to obtain a rental car. Additionally, the area where I needed to work with the Hertz Detroit airport representative was in a closed in space, making me less comfortable during COVID.2,0 Poor
Mar 2020
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They promised I didn't get charged, they didn't have my carCons:
They still charged me and now my account is overdrawn2,0 Poor
Dec 2020
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Car wasn't properly cleaned7,2 Good
Jun 2017
Pros:
Car was excellent -- clean and ready to go. Unnecessary stress at initial check-out, but returning the car was quick and easy.Cons:
Initial check-out was bad. Credit card reader didn't work, and rather than try another one (that particular card reader wasn't working), I was told to call the third party I had pre-paid for the rental (Kayak) and tell them I'd have to use a different card. Finally, I went to a different clerk further down the counter who simply ran my card on her card reader and it was fine. The whole encounter added another 15 minutes of unnecessary stress. I had also noticed the customer in front of me having a similar problem with the same clerk.10,0 Wonderful
May 2017
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I was expecting a Corolla and was disappointed when it wasn't available. The rental agent thought I might like a Chevy Cruise and she was right! It was very comfortable and performed well around town and on the highways.10,0 Wonderful
Apr 2017
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I appreciated the quick service once I arrived. In addition, the car was in excellent condition.Cons:
Nothing - it was a great experience.National
8,1
Very Good
16 reviewsCleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.7
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.3
Value for money
8.1
One location in Detroit
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10,0 Wonderful
May 2017
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I overslept after international travel and returned the car late...it felt so good not to be dinged for that!10,0 Wonderful
Oct 2016
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Great car, great price and great service.2,0 Poor
Aug 2016
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Your website had a picture of a convertible which is what we wanted. Of course there were none but the people from National said that this is a trick by Kyak to deceive their customers. We were really wanting that car and got screwed. Thanks for the LIE4,4 Mediocre
Jul 2016
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The car was great and drop off was quick and easy.Cons:
The pickup was terrible. Attendant in the lot just stared right through me as I asked a question 3 times and then yelled into his radio. Eventually I gave up and figured it out myself. He never acknowledged that I was even standing there. Then i walked all the way across the lot to the building and the clerk inside asked a bunch of questions about insurance even though I purchased it when I booked the car. I didn't know it was third party but he acted like it was no good. Then told me to go out by the fence to get a truck. The only vehicles by the fence were needing maintenance. Someone drove by and told me to go back in and have him call for one. So I did. Waited 15 more minutes and the lady from Alamo came to ask if I was waiting for a truck and that it had been parked on the other side.10,0 Wonderful
Jul 2023
6,0 Okay
Sep 2022
Easirent
4,7
Mediocre
No reviews available
2 locations in Detroit
ACO Rent A Car
4,5
Mediocre
No reviews available
2 locations in Detroit
Sunnycars
No score available yet
2 locations in Detroit
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Most popular car type | Economy |
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