Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

Car rental in Essen starts from $89 per day, and the average price is $204 per day. Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Apr 2026. At the average daily rate, a rental costs about $613 for a 3-day weekend and $1 430 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.

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

These are the car types people opened most often in searches on TREWL in Essen over the last 12 months, with their average daily prices: Intermediate: $193 per day. Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Apr 2026. Smaller cars are usually the cheapest, while SUVs, vans and premium cars cost more but offer extra space and comfort.

Question 3

Which car rental companies are the most popular in Essen?

Accepted Answer

These are the rental companies people opened most often in searches on TREWL in Essen over the last 12 months: Avis, average price $253 per day. Enterprise, average price $219 per day. Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Apr 2026.

Question 4

Which car rental company has the best reviews in Essen?

Accepted Answer

According to customer reviews, the highest-rated car rental companies in Essen are: Flizzr: rated 9.0/10 by 250+ customers, average price $116 per day. Enterprise: rated 8.6/10 by 1000+ customers, average price $219 per day. Avis: rated 8.6/10 by 500+ customers, average price $253 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 Apr 2026.

Question 5

Which is the cheapest car rental company in Essen?

Accepted Answer

By the average daily price of a small car (mini, economy or compact), the cheapest rental companies in Essen are: Flizzr: about $95 per day. Enterprise: about $174 per day. Avis: about $213 per day. Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Apr 2026. For the lowest price, book early, choose a smaller car and check the fuel policy and deposit before you pay.

Question 6

Where do I pick up my rental car in Essen?

Accepted Answer

It depends on the rental company, and the pick-up type is shown for each company on this page. Your booking confirmation always includes the exact pick-up address and instructions.

Question 7

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

Accepted Answer

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. Enter a different drop-off location in the search form to see one-way prices with the fee included.

Question 8

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

Accepted Answer

The minimum age to rent a car in Essen is usually 21, although some companies accept drivers from 18 and others 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.

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

Rental companies in Essen 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 Essen: Avis. The accepted cards are listed for each company on this page.

Question 10

Which car rental companies in Essen offer unlimited mileage?

Accepted Answer

Avis includes unlimited mileage on all cars in Essen. Enterprise offers 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.

Question 11

What fuel policy do rental companies use in Essen?

Accepted Answer

The fuel policy is shown for each company on this page. The most common ones in Essen 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 Flizzr, Enterprise and Avis. Same to same: you return the car with the same fuel level as at pick-up.

Question 12

Can I rent an electric or hybrid car in Essen?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Companies offering electric and hybrid cars in Essen include Enterprise. The cheapest is Enterprise, from $406 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.

Question 13

What extras can I add to a car rental in Essen?

Accepted Answer

You can add extras when you book or at the rental desk: Additional driver: another person can share the driving if they meet the same requirements as the main driver (age and a valid driving license). Most companies charge a daily fee, but in Essen Enterprise includes an additional driver for free. GPS navigation, to find your way on unfamiliar roads. Child seats, infant seats and booster seats, which are required by law for young children in most countries. Extra insurance that lowers or removes the excess you pay if the car is damaged. Extras are limited, so it's best to reserve them together with the car.

Pick-up point	Type	Suppliers	From / day	Average wait
Essen East · 1 km	City office	2	$168	16 min
Gelsenkirchen Train Station Central Station · 8 km	Train station	1	$100	26 min

Pick-up point	Type	Suppliers	From / day	Average wait
Bochum City · 13 km	City office	2	$86	28 min
Duisburg Train Station · 17 km	Train station	3	$165	17 min
Düsseldorf Rather Kreuzweg · 26 km	City office	1	$62	13 min
Düsseldorf Airport · 26 km	Airport	14	$36	19 min
Düsseldorf Train Station Central Station · 30 km	Train station	4	$65	23 min
Dortmund City Centre · 32 km	City office	1	$138	19 min
Krefeld · 33 km	City office	1	$139	23 min
Wesel · 34 km	City office	2	$53	21 min
Neuss Central Train Station · 36 km	Train station	1	$165	20 min
Dortmund Airport · 42 km	Airport	7	$42	17 min

Class	Typical cars	Suppliers	From / day
Mini	Toyota Aygo	1	$168
Economy	Seat Ibiza, Opel Corsa	3	$89
Compact	Volkswagen Golf, BMW 1 Series, Cupra Leon	3	$101
Intermediate	Citroen C5, Nissan Qashqai, Skoda Octavia	2	$175
Standard	Volkswagen Passat	1	$181
Full size	BMW 3 Series, Polestar 2, Volvo S60	2	$203
Station wagon	Skoda Octavia Estate, Audi A5, Ford Focus Estate	2	$110
SUV	Seat Arona, Cupra Formentor, Ford Kuga	3	$100
Minivan	Mercedes Vito Tourer	1	$261
5-seat MPV	Ford S-Max, Renault Scenic	1	$249
7-seat minivan	Ford Galaxy, Volkswagen MultiVan, Volkswagen Touran	3	$125
9-seat van	Ford Tourneo	1	$259
Premium	Audi A6, Mercedes E Class	2	$264

Debit card	Accepted by 1 of 3 suppliers: Avis.
Credit card	Usually required, in the main driver's name. 2 of 3 suppliers list no debit option.
Mileage	Unlimited at 2 of 3 suppliers. Limited at Flizzr.
Fuel policy	Full to full (3 suppliers)
Transmission	Automatic 61%, manual 39%.
Electric and hybrid	Polestar 2, from $406 a day.
Cancellation	Free up to 48 hours before pick-up at 3 suppliers.
Insurance included	Theft protection (TP) (3 suppliers), Third-party liability (TPL) (3 suppliers), Collision damage waiver (CDW) (3 suppliers). Deductible: $1 047–$1 543.
Included in the price	Breakdown assistance, Taxes, Airport fee
Free additional driver	Enterprise
Extras	Winter tires (2 suppliers), Snow chains (1 supplier), GPS (1 supplier), Ski rack (1 supplier), Infant seat (1 supplier), Child seat (1 supplier)
Special offers	Pre-registration available (2 suppliers), Free additional driver (1 supplier)

Car Rental in Essen

Where to pick up in Essen

Nearby, 13–50 km

Car rental prices in Essen by car type

Seat Ibiza

Volkswagen Golf

Toyota Aygo

Opel Corsa

BMW 1 Series

Seat Leon

Cupra Leon

Volkswagen Golf Estate

Skoda Octavia Estate

Volkswagen Passat Estate

Nissan Qashqai

Skoda Octavia

Volkswagen Passat

BMW 3 Series

Ford Focus Estate

Citroen C5

Volvo S60

Audi A5

Polestar 2

Volkswagen T-Cross

Volkswagen T-Roc

Cupra Formentor

Volkswagen Tiguan

Seat Arona

Ford Kuga

Seat Ateca

Volkswagen Touran

Ford S-Max

Renault Scenic

Ford Galaxy

Ford Tourneo

Mercedes Vito Tourer

Volkswagen MultiVan

Audi A6

Mercedes E Class

Polestar 2

Car rental companies in Essen

Flizzr

Customer ratings

Included in the price

Policies

Extras (paid at the desk)

Office

Enterprise

Customer ratings

Included in the price

Policies

Extras (paid at the desk)

Office

Avis

Customer ratings

Included in the price

Policies

Office

Rental conditions in Essen

Cities near Essen