Car Rental in Vancouver

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  • 9.2 top rated · Alamo

A rental car here costs $139 a day on average, about $978 for a week. The most popular car class is Van, at about $177 a day. Routes is the cheapest for a small car, about $43 a day. Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Sep 2026.

  • Free shuttle bus: 6 · In the terminal: 3
  • Free cancellation: 16 of 16
  • Alamo
  • Routes
  • Dollar
  • National
  • Enterprise
  • Thrifty
  • +10

Where to pick up in Vancouver

Pick-up point Type Suppliers From / day Average wait
Vancouver Airport International · 7 km Airport 15 $29 21 min
Vancouver Marine Drive · 5 km City office 14 $33 21 min
Vancouver South Vancouver · 4 km City office 8 $31 18 min
Vancouver North · 8 km City office 4 $35 19 min
Vancouver Seymour Street · 4 km City office 2 $44 18 min
Vancouver Cruiseship · 4 km City office 2 $78 21 min
North Vancouver · 7 km City office 2 $44 18 min

Nearby, 21–21 km

Pick-up point Type Suppliers From / day Average wait
Surrey King George Hwy · 21 km City office 2 $45 19 min

Car rental prices in Vancouver by car type

Class Typical cars Suppliers From / day Typical / day
Mini Chevrolet Spark 1 $47
Economy Chevrolet Spark, Kia Rio, Mitsubishi Mirage 11 $36 $66
Compact Nissan Versa, Hyundai Venue, Kia Rio 12 $40 $56
Intermediate Toyota Corolla, Kia Forte, Hyundai Elantra 16 $36 $69
Standard Volkswagen Jetta, Jeep Wrangler, Mercedes C Class 12 $44 $78
Full size Chevrolet Malibu, Toyota Camry, Dodge Durango 11 $41 $82
Small SUV Jeep Compass, Jeep Wrangler, Volkswagen Taos 11 $45 $82
Medium SUV Toyota Rav4, Ford Escape, Ford Edge 15 $52 $113
Large SUV Dodge Durango, Audi Q3, Chevrolet Tahoe 13 $68 $148
Minivan Dodge Caravan, Chrysler Pacifica, Dodge Grand Caravan 13 $56 $117
7-seat minivan Dodge Grand Caravan 1 $887
Luxury Audi A4, BMW 5 Series, BMW 4 Series Coupe 5 $67 $115
Premium Nissan Maxima, Audi A3, Tesla Model 3 8 $53 $89
Convertible Ford Mustang Convertible 4 $70
Small or medium truck Chevrolet Colorado, Toyota Tacoma, Ford F-150 3 $65 $90
Large truck Ford F-150, Toyota Tundra, Dodge Ram 7 $54 $101

The from price is among the lowest prices seen. Half of the offers were cheaper than the typical price. Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Sep 2026. Rental companies guarantee the car class, not the exact model. Live availability and prices are shown in search results. How we collect prices

Toyota Yaris rental car in Vancouver Economy

Toyota Yaris

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $36/day
Hyundai  Venue rental car in Vancouver Alamo

Hyundai Venue

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 3 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $40/day
Chevrolet Spark rental car in Vancouver Dollar

Chevrolet Spark

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $40/day
Kia Rio rental car in Vancouver Dollar

Kia Rio

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 3 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $40/day
Nissan Versa rental car in Vancouver Enterprise

Nissan Versa

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 3 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $40/day
Mitsubishi Mirage rental car in Vancouver Avis

Mitsubishi Mirage

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $44/day
Mazda 3 rental car in Vancouver Sixt

Mazda 3

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 3 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $45/day
Honda Civic rental car in Vancouver Economy

Honda Civic

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 3 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $67/day

Car rental companies in Vancouver

Prices and conditions come from searches on TREWL and may have changed. Ratings come from CarTrawler customer reviews, as shown in searches up to Sep 2026. Live availability and prices are shown in search results. How we collect prices

Alamo

In the terminal 17 min wait CDW included Credit card only
9.2
Excellent 2000+ reviews
from $47/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 9.0 Cleanliness 9.5 Service at the rental desk 9.2 Pick-up process 9.0 Drop-off process 9.6

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Airport fee
  • Breakdown assistance
  • Taxes
  • Deductible from $522

Policies

  • Full to full
  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
  • Pre-registration available

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Winter tires · Ski rack · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat · Additional driver

Office

Alamo in Vancouver South Vancouver
Vancouver Intl Airport, 3211 Grant McConachie Way, Richmond, V7B 0A4, BC
8336193650

Routes

Free shuttle bus 38 min wait Credit card only
9.2
Excellent 1000+ reviews
from $36/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 9.2 Cleanliness 9.2 Service at the rental desk 9.2 Pick-up process 9.4 Drop-off process 9.3

Policies

  • Limited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Child seat

Office

Routes in Vancouver Marine Drive
9231 Beckwith Rd, Richmond, BC, V6X 1V7, Canada, Vancouver, V6X 1S1, British Columbia
604 370-4445

Dollar

14 min wait CDW included Credit card only
9.0
Excellent 1000+ reviews
from $31/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.9 Cleanliness 9.3 Service at the rental desk 8.8 Pick-up process 8.9 Drop-off process 9.4

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Breakdown assistance
  • Taxes
  • Airport fee
  • Deductible from $326

Policies

  • Full to full
  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Ski rack · Infant seat · Child seat

Office

Dollar in Vancouver South Vancouver
3880 Grant McConachie Way, Lower Level P, Richmond, BC, Canada, V7B 1K2
(604) 606-1656

National

In the terminal 16 min wait CDW included Credit card only
8.9
Excellent 1000+ reviews
from $49/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.7 Cleanliness 9.2 Service at the rental desk 8.8 Pick-up process 8.9 Drop-off process 9.2

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Breakdown assistance
  • Taxes
  • Deductible from $522

Policies

  • Full to full
  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Winter tires · Ski rack · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat · Additional driver

Office

National in Vancouver South Vancouver
3211 Grant McConachie Wy, Richmond, V7B 0A4, BC
8336193652

Enterprise

22 min wait Credit card only
8.7
Excellent 2000+ reviews
from $53/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.3 Cleanliness 8.8 Service at the rental desk 9.0 Pick-up process 8.6 Drop-off process 9.0

Policies

  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up

Office

Enterprise in Vancouver South Vancouver
9051 Beckwith Rd, Richmond, V6X 1V7, BC
6042319205

Thrifty

17 min wait CDW included Credit card only
8.7
Excellent 1000+ reviews
from $40/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.5 Cleanliness 9.0 Service at the rental desk 8.7 Pick-up process 8.7 Drop-off process 9.0

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Breakdown assistance
  • Taxes
  • Airport fee
  • Deductible from $326

Policies

  • Full to full
  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
  • One-way rental allowed

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Ski rack · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat · Additional driver

Office

Thrifty in Vancouver South Vancouver
3880 Grant McConachie Way, Lower Level P, Richmond, BC, Canada, V7B 1K2
(604) 606-1655

Hertz

22 min wait CDW included Credit card only
8.5
Excellent 500+ reviews
from $94/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.2 Cleanliness 8.7 Service at the rental desk 8.5 Pick-up process 8.4 Drop-off process 8.9

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Airport fee
  • Deductible from $342

Policies

  • Full to full
  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
  • Pre-registration available

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Ski rack · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Hertz in Vancouver South Vancouver
2691 No. 5 Road, Richmond, Bc, V6X 2S8, BC
6042768910

Budget

In the terminal 24 min wait Credit card only
8.1
Excellent 5000+ reviews
from $44/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 7.7 Cleanliness 8.5 Service at the rental desk 8.1 Pick-up process 8.0 Drop-off process 8.6

Policies

  • Unlimited mileage on selected cars
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat · Ski rack

Office

Budget in Vancouver Marine Drive
5140 Grant Mcconachie Way Vancouver Intl Apo, Richmond, V7B 1V1, BC
604-713-3102

Sixt

15 min wait Credit card only
8.0
Very good 50+ reviews
from $47/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.0 Cleanliness 8.6 Service at the rental desk 8.2 Pick-up process 8.3 Drop-off process 7.0

Included in the price

  • Third-party liability (TPL)

Policies

  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up

Extras (paid at the desk)

Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Sixt in Vancouver Seymour Street
830 Thurlow Street, Vancouver, V6E 1W2
+1-8887498227

Avis

21 min wait Credit card only
8.0
Very good 1000+ reviews
from $44/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 7.5 Cleanliness 8.3 Service at the rental desk 8.2 Pick-up process 7.9 Drop-off process 8.4

Policies

  • Full to full
  • Unlimited mileage on selected cars
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat · Ski rack

Office

Avis in Vancouver Seymour Street
757 Hornby Street, Vancouver, V6Z 1S2, BC
604-606-2868

Economy

Free shuttle bus 19 min wait Credit card only
7.5
Very good 250+ reviews
from $36/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 7.7 Cleanliness 7.1 Service at the rental desk 7.5 Pick-up process 7.0 Drop-off process 8.4

Policies

  • Limited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up

Office

Economy in Vancouver Marine Drive
Airport Off-site 2899 No. 3 Rd Unit 160 Richmond, Vancouver, BC, CAN, V6X 2B2
778 385 5551

Zoom

Free shuttle bus Daily 08:00–17:59 16 min wait Credit card only
6.0
Average 250+ reviews
from $81/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 6.0 Cleanliness 6.7 Service at the rental desk 6.2 Pick-up process 5.5 Drop-off process 6.0

Policies

  • Full to full
  • Limited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Zoom at Vancouver Airport International
3071 St. Edward Drive, Richmond, BC
6047275652

Mex

Free shuttle bus Credit card only
from $169/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 0.0 Cleanliness 0.0 Service at the rental desk 0.0 Pick-up process 0.0 Drop-off process 0.0

Policies

  • Limited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up

Office

Mex in Vancouver South Vancouver
2899 No. 3 Rd Unit #160, Richmond, BC., BC, CA, V6X 2B2
1-604-276-8278

Right Cars

Credit card only
from $36/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 0.0 Cleanliness 0.0 Service at the rental desk 0.0 Pick-up process 0.0 Drop-off process 0.0

Policies

  • Limited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Right Cars in Vancouver Marine Drive
Vancouver Airport 2899, No. 3 Rd Unit 160 Richmond, Richmond, V6X 2B2, BC
+16046891231

U-Save

Free shuttle bus CDW included Credit card only
from $56/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 0.0 Cleanliness 0.0 Service at the rental desk 0.0 Pick-up process 0.0 Drop-off process 0.0

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Deductible from $1 751

Policies

  • Same to same
  • Limited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
  • Pre-registration available

Office

U-Save in Vancouver Marine Drive
117 - 5911 Minoru Blvd, Hilton Hotel, Richmond, V2T 6H4, BC
1 604 447 4506

Zezgo

Free shuttle bus Credit card only
from $36/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 0.0 Cleanliness 0.0 Service at the rental desk 0.0 Pick-up process 0.0 Drop-off process 0.0

Policies

  • Limited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up

Extras (paid at the desk)

Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Zezgo in Vancouver Marine Drive
Vancouver Airport, 3691 No. 3 Rd, Richmond, Bc V6X 2B8, Vancouver, V6X 2B2, BC
+1 672 968 8666

Rental conditions in Vancouver

Based on 16 suppliers here and nearby. Data from the 12 months to Sep 2026.

Debit card Not accepted by any of the 16 suppliers.
Credit card Usually required, in the main driver's name. 16 of 16 suppliers list no debit option.
Mileage Unlimited at 9 of 16 suppliers. Limited at U-Save.
Fuel policy Full to full (7 suppliers), Same to same (1 supplier)
Transmission Automatic 99%, manual 1%.
Electric and hybrid Tesla Model 3, Tesla Model Y and Toyota Prius Hybrid, from $57 a day.
Cancellation Free up to 48 hours before pick-up at 16 suppliers.
Insurance included Theft protection (TP) (6 suppliers), Third-party liability (TPL) (6 suppliers), Collision damage waiver (CDW) (6 suppliers). Deductible: $326–$1 751.
Included in the price Airport fee, Breakdown assistance, Taxes
One-way rental Allowed by 1 supplier. One-way fee seen: $70.
Extras Child seat (12 suppliers), GPS (10 suppliers), Booster seat (10 suppliers), Infant seat (9 suppliers), Ski rack (7 suppliers), Winter tires (2 suppliers)
Special offers Pre-registration available (3 suppliers), Special discount (1 supplier)

Driving in Canada: drive on the right · 0.08% blood alcohol. Driving rules

Cities near Vancouver

Car rental in Vancouver: what to expect

Customers report an average wait at the desk from 14 min at Dollar to 38 min at Routes.

For a small car, Economy is the cheapest at about $36 a day and is rated 7.5 out of 10. Routes is rated 9.2 and costs about $43.

99% of the cars offered here are automatic. Mileage is unlimited at 9 of 16 suppliers. Most suppliers allow free cancellation up to 48 hours before pick-up.

People who search here most often live in Canada, the USA and Hong Kong. A typical rental lasts 7 days.

Car rental in Vancouver: FAQ

How much does it cost to rent a car in Vancouver?

Car rental in Vancouver starts from $36 per day, and the average price is $139 per day. Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Sep 2026. At the average daily rate, a rental costs about $419 for a 3-day weekend and $978 for a week. Rentals of a month or longer usually get a lower daily rate. The final price depends on the season, the car class, the rental company and how early you book.

What are the most popular types of rental cars in Vancouver?

These are the car types people opened most often in searches on TREWL in Vancouver over the last 12 months, with their average daily prices:
  • Van: $177 per day
  • Standard: $99 per day
  • Compact: $87 per day
  • SUV: $160 per day
  • Luxury: $180 per day
Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Sep 2026. Smaller cars are usually the cheapest, while SUVs, vans and premium cars cost more but offer extra space and comfort.

Which car rental companies are the most popular in Vancouver?

These are the rental companies people opened most often in searches on TREWL in Vancouver over the last 12 months:
  • Alamo, average price $112 per day
  • Routes
  • Zezgo
Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Sep 2026.

Which car rental company has the best reviews in Vancouver?

According to customer reviews, the highest-rated car rental companies in Vancouver are:
  • Sixt: rated 9.3/10 by 50+ customers, average price $93 per day
  • Alamo: rated 9.2/10 by 2000+ customers, average price $112 per day
  • National: rated 9.2/10 by 2000+ customers, average price $109 per day
Ratings cover value for money, car cleanliness, desk service, and the pick-up and drop-off process. Ratings come from CarTrawler customer reviews, as shown in searches up to Sep 2026.

Which is the cheapest car rental company in Vancouver?

By the average daily price of a small car (mini, economy or compact), the cheapest rental companies in Vancouver are:
  • Routes: about $43 per day
  • Sixt: about $45 per day
  • U-Save: about $47 per day
Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Sep 2026. For the lowest price, book early, choose a smaller car and check the fuel policy and deposit before you pay.

Where do I pick up my rental car in Vancouver?

It depends on the rental company, and the pick-up type is shown for each company on this page.
  • Desk in or next to the terminal: Alamo, National and Enterprise
  • Free shuttle bus to the rental office: Sixt, Routes and Economy
Your booking confirmation always includes the exact pick-up address and instructions.

Can I pick up a car in Vancouver and return it somewhere else?

Yes, one-way rentals are possible with many companies, but they usually charge a one-way fee, which is higher for longer distances or for drop-offs in another country. In Vancouver, one-way rentals are offered by Alamo, National and Dollar. Enter a different drop-off location in the search form to see one-way prices with the fee included.

What is the minimum age to rent a car in Vancouver?

The lowest minimum age among rental companies in Vancouver is 20, and some companies require 23 or 25 for larger or premium cars. Drivers under 25 usually pay a daily young driver fee, and some companies limit younger drivers to smaller car classes. You also need to have held your driving license for at least one year. Age rules for young drivers in Vancouver:
  • Alamo: minimum age 21, young driver fee up to age 24
  • Hertz: minimum age 20, young driver fee up to age 24
  • Avis: minimum age 21, young driver fee up to age 24

Can I rent a car in Vancouver with a debit card?

Rental companies in Vancouver typically accept major credit cards such as Visa, Mastercard and American Express. The card must be in the main driver's name and have enough funds for the security deposit. Debit and prepaid cards are accepted only by some companies, sometimes with a higher deposit or extra checks. Companies that accept debit cards in Vancouver: Alamo, National, Enterprise, Dollar, Thrifty and Hertz. The accepted cards are listed for each company on this page.

Which car rental companies in Vancouver offer unlimited mileage?

7 rental companies in Vancouver include unlimited mileage on all cars, among them Sixt, Alamo and National. Budget and Avis offer it on some cars only. The mileage policy is shown in each offer before you book. With limited mileage, every kilometer or mile over the daily allowance is charged extra.

What fuel policy do rental companies use in Vancouver?

The fuel policy is shown for each company on this page. The most common ones in Vancouver are:
  • Full to full: you get the car with a full tank and return it full. This is usually the cheapest option because you only pay for the fuel you use at pump prices. Refuel near the drop-off point, or the company will charge for the missing fuel plus a service fee. Offered by Dollar, Thrifty, Hertz, Avis and Zoom.
  • Same to same: you return the car with the same fuel level as at pick-up. Offered by U-Save.

Can I rent an electric or hybrid car in Vancouver?

Yes. Companies offering electric and hybrid cars in Vancouver include Avis, Budget and Hertz. The cheapest is Avis, from $104 per day. Hybrids need no charging. With a fully electric car, check the charging options along your route and the company's charging policy before you set off.

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