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  • from $32 per day
  • 8.8 top rated · Sixt

A rental car here costs $155 a day on average, about $1 090 for a week. Hertz is the cheapest for a small car, about $60 a day. Based on offers seen in the 12 months to May 2026.

  • Free cancellation: 7 of 7
  • Debit card accepted: 6 of 7
  • Sixt
  • Enterprise
  • Dollar
  • Budget
  • Thrifty
  • Avis
  • +1

Where to pick up in Heidelberg

Pick-up point Type Suppliers From / day Average wait
Heidelberg Downtown · 1 km City office 7 $36 20 min

Nearby, 14–49 km

Pick-up point Type Suppliers From / day Average wait
Mannheim · 14 km City office 1 $73 17 min
Mannheim City Airport · 14 km Airport 1 $73 28 min
Mannheim City Centre · 17 km City office 8 $46 21 min
Mannheim Kafertal · 17 km City office 4 $44 20 min
Mannheim Train Station Central Station · 18 km Train station 6 $135 19 min
Ludwigshafen · 21 km City office 5 $40 20 min
Sinsheim Downtown · 22 km City office 1 $48 26 min
Europcar Neckarsulm Audi Car Return Only *bubi* · 45 km City office 3 $54 18 min
Karlsruhe Weinweg · 48 km City office 6 $64 19 min
Karlsruhe Downtown · 49 km City office 2 $58 17 min

Car rental prices in Heidelberg by car type

Class Typical cars Suppliers From / day Typical / day
Mini Opel Adam, Hyundai i10, Toyota Aygo 4 $32
Economy Ford Fiesta, Opel Corsa-e, Opel Corsa 6 $36
Compact Opel Astra, Ford Focus, Seat Leon 7 $43 $99
Intermediate Opel Insignia, Citroen C5, Ford Mondeo 6 $93
Standard Opel Insignia, Volkswagen Passat 2 $96
Full size BMW 3 Series, Volvo S60, Mercedes C Class 5 $112
Station wagon Seat Leon Estate, Skoda Octavia Estate, Audi A5 5 $99 $121
SUV Ford Kuga, Seat Arona, BMW X3 7 $100 $124
Minivan Mercedes Vito Tourer 1 $182
5-seat MPV Ford S-Max, Opel Zafira, Renault Scenic 2 $112
7-seat minivan Ford Galaxy, Volkswagen Touran 2 $219
9-seat van Ford Tourneo, Nissan Primastar, Opel Zafira Life 3 $307
Premium Audi A6, Mercedes E Class, BMW X5 4 $148

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 May 2026. Rental companies guarantee the car class, not the exact model. Live availability and prices are shown in search results. How we collect prices

Opel Adam rental car in Heidelberg Hertz

Opel Adam

or similar

  • 4 seats
  • 1 bag
  • Air conditioning
from $32/day
Ford Fiesta rental car in Heidelberg Hertz

Ford Fiesta

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Air conditioning
from $36/day
Opel Crossland X rental car in Heidelberg Hertz

Opel Crossland X

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 3 bags
  • Air conditioning
from $43/day
Hyundai i10 rental car in Heidelberg Dollar

Hyundai i10

or similar

  • 4 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Air conditioning
from $78/day
Seat Ibiza rental car in Heidelberg Avis

Seat Ibiza

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Air conditioning
from $81/day
Ford Focus rental car in Heidelberg Hertz

Ford Focus

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 3 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $84/day
Seat Leon rental car in Heidelberg Avis

Seat Leon

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 3 bags
  • Air conditioning
from $90/day
Opel Astra rental car in Heidelberg Dollar

Opel Astra

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 3 bags
  • Air conditioning
from $94/day

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Car rental companies in Heidelberg

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

Sixt

Open 24 hours 21 min wait CDW included Credit and debit cards
8.8
Excellent 2000+ reviews
from $100/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.3 Cleanliness 9.1 Service at the rental desk 9.0 Pick-up process 8.8 Drop-off process 9.0

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Breakdown assistance
  • Taxes
  • Deductible from $1 212

Policies

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

Extras (paid at the desk)

Snow chains · GPS · Winter tires · Ski rack · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Sixt in Heidelberg Downtown
Hebelstr. 7, Heidelberg, 69115
+49-8966060060

Enterprise

20 min wait CDW included Credit card only
8.7
Excellent 1000+ reviews
from $158/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.2 Cleanliness 9.0 Service at the rental desk 8.9 Pick-up process 8.6 Drop-off process 8.9

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Breakdown assistance
  • Taxes
  • Deductible from $1 322

Policies

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

Extras (paid at the desk)

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

Office

Enterprise in Heidelberg Downtown
Carl-Benz-Strasse 2, Heidelberg, 69115, BW
06221-433980

Dollar

17 min wait CDW included Credit and debit cards
8.7
Excellent 500+ reviews
from $78/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.4 Cleanliness 9.0 Service at the rental desk 8.9 Pick-up process 8.7 Drop-off process 8.9

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Breakdown assistance
  • Taxes
  • Deductible from $1 212

Policies

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

Extras (paid at the desk)

Winter tires

Office

Dollar in Heidelberg Downtown
Pleikartsfoerster Str. 116, 69124 Heidelberg, Heidelberg, 69124
0622123434

Budget

24 min wait CDW included Credit and debit cards
8.6
Excellent 500+ reviews
from $140/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.1 Cleanliness 8.8 Service at the rental desk 8.7 Pick-up process 8.6 Drop-off process 8.9

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Breakdown assistance
  • Taxes
  • Deductible from $1 212

Policies

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

Extras (paid at the desk)

Snow chains · GPS · Ski rack · Wi-Fi · Infant seat · Child seat

Office

Budget in Heidelberg Downtown
Haberstrasse 4 Gewerbegebiet Rohrbach, Heidelberg, 69126
+49 6221 22215

Thrifty

27 min wait CDW included Credit and debit cards
8.6
Excellent 500+ reviews
from $84/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.3 Cleanliness 9.0 Service at the rental desk 8.6 Pick-up process 8.6 Drop-off process 8.7

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Breakdown assistance
  • Taxes
  • Deductible from $1 212

Policies

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

Extras (paid at the desk)

Winter tires

Office

Thrifty in Heidelberg Downtown
Pleikartsfoerster Str. 116, 69124 Heidelberg, Heidelberg, 69124
0622123434

Avis

17 min wait CDW included Credit and debit cards
8.5
Excellent 500+ reviews
from $90/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.0 Cleanliness 8.8 Service at the rental desk 8.6 Pick-up process 8.5 Drop-off process 8.6

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Breakdown assistance
  • Taxes
  • Deductible from $1 047

Policies

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

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Wi-Fi · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat · Winter tires

Office

Avis in Heidelberg Downtown
Haberstrasse 4 Gewerbegebiet Rohrbach, Heidelberg, 69126
0622122215

Hertz

15 min wait CDW included Credit and debit cards
8.5
Excellent 1000+ reviews
from $36/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.2 Cleanliness 8.9 Service at the rental desk 8.6 Pick-up process 8.5 Drop-off process 8.7

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Breakdown assistance
  • Taxes
  • Deductible from $1 212

Policies

  • Full to full
  • Unlimited mileage on selected cars
  • 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

Office

Hertz in Heidelberg Downtown
Pleikartsfoerster Str. 116, 69124 Heidelberg, Heidelberg, 69124
0622123434

Rental conditions in Heidelberg

Based on 7 suppliers here and nearby. Data from the 12 months to May 2026.

Driver age Minimum age 18. Drivers under 23 pay $16 a day extra (Sixt).
Debit card Accepted by 6 of 7 suppliers: Sixt, Dollar, Budget, Thrifty, Avis and Hertz.
Credit card Usually required, in the main driver's name. 1 of 7 suppliers list no debit option.
Mileage Unlimited at all 7 suppliers.
Fuel policy Full to full (7 suppliers)
Transmission Automatic 55%, manual 45%.
Electric and hybrid Mazda CX-60, Opel Corsa-e and Peugeot 208 Electric, from $102 a day.
Cancellation Free up to 48 hours before pick-up at 7 suppliers.
Insurance included Theft protection (TP) (7 suppliers), Third-party liability (TPL) (7 suppliers), Collision damage waiver (CDW) (7 suppliers). Deductible: $1 047–$1 322.
Included in the price Breakdown assistance, Taxes
Free additional driver Enterprise
Extras GPS (5 suppliers), Winter tires (5 suppliers), Infant seat (5 suppliers), Child seat (5 suppliers), Ski rack (4 suppliers), Booster seat (4 suppliers)
Special offers Pre-registration available (4 suppliers), Free additional driver (1 supplier), Guaranteed new car (1 supplier)

Driving in Germany: drive on the right · 0.05% blood alcohol · zero for new drivers · No motorway tolls. Driving rules

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Car rental in Heidelberg: what to expect

Open 24 hours: Sixt. Customers report an average wait at the desk from 15 min at Hertz to 27 min at Thrifty.

For a small car, Hertz is the cheapest at about $60 a day and is rated 8.5 out of 10. Sixt is rated 8.8 and costs about $109.

55% of the cars offered here are automatic. Mileage is unlimited at all 7 suppliers. The minimum driver age is 18, and drivers under 23 pay from $16 a day extra. Most suppliers allow free cancellation up to 48 hours before pick-up.

People who search here most often live in Germany, Bulgaria and France. A typical rental lasts 3 days.

Car rental in Heidelberg: FAQ

How much does it cost to rent a car in Heidelberg?
Car rental in Heidelberg starts from $32 per day, and the average price is $155 per day. Based on offers seen in the 12 months to May 2026. At the average daily rate, a rental costs about $467 for a 3-day weekend and $1 090 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.

Which car rental company has the best reviews in Heidelberg?
According to customer reviews, the highest-rated car rental companies in Heidelberg are:
  • Sixt: rated 8.8/10 by 2000+ customers, average price $201 per day
  • Enterprise: rated 8.7/10 by 1000+ customers, average price $224 per day
  • Dollar: rated 8.7/10 by 500+ customers
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 May 2026.

Which is the cheapest car rental company in Heidelberg?
By the average daily price of a small car (mini, economy or compact), the cheapest rental companies in Heidelberg are:
  • Hertz: about $60 per day
  • Dollar: about $89 per day
  • Avis: about $90 per day
Based on offers seen in the 12 months to May 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 Heidelberg?
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.

Can I pick up a car in Heidelberg 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. 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 Heidelberg?
The lowest minimum age among rental companies in Heidelberg is 18, 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 Heidelberg:
  • Sixt: minimum age 18, young driver fee up to age 22

Can I rent a car in Heidelberg with a debit card?
Rental companies in Heidelberg 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 Heidelberg: Sixt, Dollar, Budget, Thrifty, Avis and Hertz. The accepted cards are listed for each company on this page.

Which car rental companies in Heidelberg offer unlimited mileage?
Avis includes unlimited mileage on all cars in Heidelberg. 6 more, among them Sixt, Enterprise and Dollar, 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 Heidelberg?
The fuel policy is shown for each company on this page. The most common ones in Heidelberg 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 Sixt, Enterprise, Dollar, Budget, Thrifty, Avis and Hertz.
  • Same to same: you return the car with the same fuel level as at pick-up.

Can I rent an electric or hybrid car in Heidelberg?
Yes. Companies offering electric and hybrid cars in Heidelberg include Sixt, Thrifty and Hertz. The cheapest is Dollar, from $102 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.

What extras can I add to a car rental in Heidelberg?
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 Heidelberg 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.

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