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A Guide to Car Hire Mexico 

Car Hire and Driving in Mexico:

Driving in Mexico can be an adventure, offering a different experience than driving in countries like the U.S. or Canada. Here's a summary of the driving customs, practices, and potential road challenges in Mexico to familiarise yourself when using your hire car:

  1. Topes: These are speed bumps and are found frequently throughout Mexico, both in towns and on highways. They vary in size and visibility, and some can be quite large, requiring drivers to slow down significantly. They are not always well-marked, so you need to stay vigilant.

  2. Driving at Night: It's generally recommended to avoid driving at night outside of major cities due to potential hazards like animals on the road, lack of lighting, and occasional criminal activity.

  3. Turn Signals: Drivers might use their left turn signal to indicate it's safe for you to pass them or that they are not turning left but going straight in an intersection. This can be confusing for those unfamiliar with the custom.

  1. Road Quality: Major highways in Mexico are generally well-maintained, but rural roads can vary in quality. Exercise caution when driving in rural areas, especially during the rainy season, as roads may become impassable.

  2. Safety: Road safety can be a concern in Mexico, so it's important to drive defensively and obey traffic laws. Be cautious of aggressive drivers and watch for speed limits and traffic signs.

    Emergency No:  The emergency number in Mexico for police, medical, and fire services is 911. It's the same as in the United States and Canada, making it easier for travelers from those countries to remember. Always make sure to have it handy when traveling or staying in Mexico.

  3. Navigation: GPS and smartphone apps can be extremely helpful for navigation. Familiarize yourself with your route before setting out, as road signage may not always be clear.

  4. Tolls: Mexico has an extensive toll road network, which often provides a faster and safer route. Keep cash on hand for tolls.

Places of Interest To Visit With A Hire Car:

Mexico boasts a diverse range of attractions, including stunning beaches, historic cities, and natural wonders:

  • Mexico City: Explore the vibrant capital, home to historical sites like the Zócalo and the Frida Kahlo Museum.

  • Cancún: Relax on beautiful beaches, visit Mayan ruins, or enjoy the nightlife in this popular resort city.

  • Chichen Itza: Discover the ancient Mayan city's impressive ruins, including the iconic Kukulkan Pyramid.

  • Oaxaca: Experience traditional Mexican culture, cuisine, and vibrant markets in this picturesque city.

  • Copper Canyon: Hike, bike, or take a scenic train ride through this breathtaking canyon system.

Distances from Major Airports to Resorts (Approximate):

  • Cancún International Airport to Cancún Hotel Zone: 20-25 kilometers (12-16 miles)
  • Los Cabos International Airport to Cabo San Lucas: 45 kilometers (28 miles)
  • Puerto Vallarta International Airport to Puerto Vallarta: 10 kilometers (6 miles)
  • Cancún International Airport to Chichen Itza: 200 kilometers (124 miles)
  • Cancún International Airport to Tulum: 125 kilometers (78 miles)
  • Mexico City International Airport to downtown Mexico City: 13 kilometers (8 miles)

While driving in Mexico can be an exciting way to explore the country, it's essential to prioritize safety, stay informed about local conditions, and plan your routes carefully. Additionally, consider renting a car from reputable international rental agencies to ensure reliability and support during your journey.

 Top Mexico Car Rental Locations;


Cheapest car hire in Mexico

Chevrolet Beat

4 Adults, 3 Doors

From 18.83 EUR/day
Chevrolet Beat

7 Days rental at 131.84 EUR from 22/01/2024

  2 |
  Manual |
  Yes

Chevrolet Beat

4 Adults, 3 Doors

From 18.83 EUR/day
Chevrolet Beat

7 Days rental at 131.84 EUR from 22/01/2024

  2 |
  Manual |
  Yes

Chevrolet Beat

4 Adults, 3 Doors

From 18.83 EUR/day
Chevrolet Beat

7 Days rental at 131.84 EUR from 22/01/2024

  2 |
  Manual |
  Yes

Renault Logan

5 Adults, 4 Doors

From 15.39 EUR/day
Renault Logan

7 Days rental at 107.75 EUR from 22/01/2024

  3 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Volkswagen Gol

5 Adults, 4 Doors

From 15.39 EUR/day
Volkswagen Gol

7 Days rental at 107.75 EUR from 22/01/2024

  3 |
  Manual |
  Yes

Chevrolet Aveo

5 Adults, 4 Doors

From 19.35 EUR/day
Chevrolet Aveo

7 Days rental at 135.45 EUR from 22/01/2024

  3 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Chevrolet Spark

5 Adults, 3 Doors

From 18.72 EUR/day
Chevrolet Spark

7 Days rental at 131.07 EUR from 22/01/2024

  2 |
  Manual |
  Yes

Chevrolet Spark

5 Adults, 3 Doors

From 18.72 EUR/day
Chevrolet Spark

7 Days rental at 131.07 EUR from 22/01/2024

  2 |
  Manual |
  Yes

Chevrolet Spark

5 Adults, 3 Doors

From 18.72 EUR/day
Chevrolet Spark

7 Days rental at 131.07 EUR from 22/01/2024

  2 |
  Manual |
  Yes

Toyota Avanza

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 40.02 EUR/day
Toyota Avanza

7 Days rental at 280.20 EUR from 22/01/2024

  4 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Toyota Avanza

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 40.02 EUR/day
Toyota Avanza

7 Days rental at 280.20 EUR from 22/01/2024

  4 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Toyota Avanza

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 40.02 EUR/day
Toyota Avanza

7 Days rental at 280.20 EUR from 22/01/2024

  4 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Volkswagen Vento

5 Adults, 4 Doors

From 14.47 EUR/day
Volkswagen  Vento

7 Days rental at 101.30 EUR from 22/01/2024

  4 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Volkswagen Vento

5 Adults, 4 Doors

From 15.39 EUR/day
Volkswagen  Vento

7 Days rental at 107.75 EUR from 22/01/2024

  4 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Volkswagen Vento

5 Adults, 4 Doors

From 15.39 EUR/day
Volkswagen Vento

7 Days rental at 107.75 EUR from 22/01/2024

  4 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Top tips when hiring a car in Mexico

  • Drive on the right-hand side of the road in Mexico, the steering wheel will always be on the left side of the car
  • All rental cars in Mexico are automatics, making driving on unfamiliar roads a little easier
  • The drink-drive limit is Mexico in 80mg (0.08% BAC)
  • The maximum speed limit in Mexico is 120km/h on the freeways
  • It is possible to take a rental car from Mexico to the US and visa versa, althought permission is required
 

Popular car hire destinations in Mexico

Laws and rules of the road when driving in Mexico

  •  

    R

    Road Driving Side

  •  

    30-70kph

    Urban speed Limit

  •  

    90kph

    Rural Speed Limit

  •  

    100-120kph

    Motorway Speed Limit

  •  

    MXN  29.85/Ltr

    Current Petrol Price

  •  

    80mg

    Drink Drive Limit

  •  

    MXN/USD $

    Currency

  •  

    YES

    Tolls

  •  

    23

    Min Rental Age

    18

    Min Driving Age

  •  

    Front and Rear

    Seatbelts

  •  

    Fixed and Mobile

    Speed Cameras

  •  

    Hands Free Only

    Mobile Phones

Compare car rental agents in Mexico

Rental Agent
Locations
Rating (/10)
Customer Reviews
Mini (€/day)
Compact (€/day)
Intermediate (€/day)
Standard (€/day)
 National
74
8.4/10
576
€ 27.22
€ 32.67
€ 36.11
€ 46.95
 Sixt
28
7.7/10
490
€ 36.85
€ 42.77
€ 49.83
€ 77.15
 Alamo
59
7.7/10
1,620
€ 41.46
€ 24.67
€ 43.61
€ 47.77
 Mex
28
7.3/10
7,595
€ 23.62
€ 24.22
€ 26.58
€ 50.80
 Mas
24
7.3/10
2,303
€ 23.62
€ 24.22
€ 26.58
€ 50.80
 Avis
74
7.0/10
680
€ 30.50
€ 42.33
 America
21
6.9/10
2,999
€ 37.21
€ 47.06
€ 94.44
 Europcar
61
6.8/10
15,366
€ 25.81
€ 29.65
€ 31.36
€ 54.00
 Ace
3
6.8/10
62
€ 27.32
€ 21.50
€ 22.40
€ 24.22
 Routes
5
6.5/10
65
€ 10.77
€ 10.77
€ 20.00
 Green motion
33
6.5/10
410
€ 18.83
€ 19.35
€ 21.81
€ 25.20

Car rental agent statistics in Mexico

  • Highest Rated Agent Icon
    8.7/10
    Highest rated agent:
    ALAMO
  • Lowest Rated Agent Icon
    6.0/10
    Lowest rated agent:
    EUROPCAR
  • Total Number of Reviews Icon
    34,028
    Total number of reviews in
    Mexico
  • Most Locations Icon
    68
    Most Locations in Mexico:
    AVIS
  • Average Wait Time Icon
    7
    Average wait time
    (Min.)
  • Total Rental Companies Icon
    16
    Total rental companies
     

Average prices per day for car hire in Mexico

ItemPercent
January€ 59
February€ 60
March€ 57
April€ 52
May€ 55
June€ 52
July€ 63
August€ 53
September€ 56
October€ 58
November€ 58
December€ 63
ItemPercent
January€ 52
February€ 51
March€ 52
April€ 46
May€ 49
June€ 48
July€ 58
August€ 46
September€ 50
October€ 52
November€ 54
December€ 60
ItemPercent
January€ 155
February€ 152
March€ 146
April€ 140
May€ 149
June€ 140
July€ 167
August€ 132
September€ 148
October€ 152
November€ 149
December€ 196
ItemPercent
January€ 59
February€ 61
March€ 62
April€ 55
May€ 56
June€ 56
July€ 73
August€ 61
September€ 63
October€ 66
November€ 63
December€ 70
ItemPercent
January€ 302
February€ 288
March€ 203
April€ 213
May€ 261
June€ 233
July€ 209
August€ 232
September€ 237
October€ 220
November€ 227
December€ 251
ItemPercent
January€ 44
February€ 45
March€ 44
April€ 37
May€ 40
June€ 37
July€ 47
August€ 42
September€ 43
October€ 46
November€ 48
December€ 50
ItemPercent
January€ 79
February€ 75
March€ 73
April€ 65
May€ 71
June€ 67
July€ 84
August€ 66
September€ 77
October€ 81
November€ 80
December€ 95
ItemPercent
January€ 149
February
March€ 162
April€ 165
May€ 168
June€ 168
July€ 216
August
September€ 170
October€ 167
November€ 161
December€ 160

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*average daily rates based on 7 day rental, search for today's best prices.

Fuel prices in Mexico

DieselUnleaded
Dec , 2022

€ 1.14

€ 1.15

Jan , 2023

€ 1.15

€ 1.17

Feb , 2023

€ 1.16

€ 1.18

Mar , 2023

€ 1.24

€ 1.26

Apr , 2023

€ 1.19

€ 1.21

May , 2023

€ 1.24

€ 1.27

Jun , 2023

€ 1.26

€ 1.29

Jul , 2023

€ 1.26

€ 1.29

Aug , 2023

€ 1.27

€ 1.30

Sep , 2023

€ 1.31

€ 1.33

Oct , 2023

€ 1.27

€ 1.29

Nov , 2023

€ 1.27

€ 1.29

Month, YearDiesel €/ltrUnleaded €/ltr
Nov , 2023 1.27 1.29
Oct , 2023 1.27 1.29
Sep , 2023 1.31 1.33
Aug , 2023 1.27 1.30
Jul , 2023 1.26 1.29
Jun , 2023 1.26 1.29
May , 2023 1.24 1.27
Apr , 2023 1.19 1.21
Mar , 2023 1.24 1.26
Feb , 2023 1.16 1.18
Jan , 2023 1.15 1.17
Dec , 2022 1.14 1.15

Car rental price statistics in Mexico

  • Average Price Icon
    € 75.39
    Average price:
    (per week)
  • Highest Daily Price Icon
    € 575.24
    Highest daily price:
    Toyota Sienna
  • Total Vehicles Icon
    5,242
    Total cars available
     
  • Most Popular Car Model Icon
    625
    Most popular model:
    Chevrolet Aveo
  • Locations with Most Cars Icon
    149
    Location with most cars:
    San Jose Del Cabo - Los Cabos - Int. Airport
  • Cheapest Daily Price Icon
    € 10.8 per day
    Cheapest daily price:
    ROUTES - Guadalajara - Airport
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Other Car Hire Locations in Mexico

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Acapulco
€14.7
 
 
Mini 3 4 2 from €14.7 per day
Compact 4 5 3 from €17.1 per day
Economy 4 5 2 from €16.4 per day
Cancun
€15.3
 
 
Mini 3 4 2 from €15.3 per day
Compact 4 5 4 from €17.1 per day
Economy 4 5 2 from €17.2 per day
Mexico City
€18.7
 
 
Mini 5 5 2 from €18.7 per day
Compact 4 5 3 from €19.9 per day
Economy 4 5 2 from €18.8 per day
Playa Del Carmen - Downtown
€14.7
 
 
Mini 3 4 2 from €14.7 per day
Compact 4 5 3 from €17.1 per day
Economy 4 5 2 from €16.4 per day