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  • 9.0 top rated · Flizzr

A rental car here costs $132 a day on average, about $924 for a week. The most popular car class is Economy, at about $67 a day. Hertz is the cheapest for a small car, about $44 a day. Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Sep 2026.

  • In the terminal: 3
  • Free cancellation: 12 of 12
  • Debit card accepted: 6 of 12
  • Flizzr
  • Sixt
  • National
  • Buchbinder
  • Avis
  • Hertz
  • +6

Where to pick up in Stuttgart

Pick-up point Type Suppliers From / day Average wait
Stuttgart Airport · 10 km Airport 12 $33 21 min
Stuttgart Vaihingen · 8 km City office 8 $40 22 min
Stuttgart City Centre · 1 km City office 7 $51 22 min
Stuttgart Train Station Central Station · 0 km Train station 5 $67 22 min
Stuttgart East · 2 km City office 2 $118 19 min

Nearby, 10–46 km

Pick-up point Type Suppliers From / day Average wait
Esslingen Pliensauvorstadt · 10 km City office 2 $149 28 min
Ludwigsburg Train Station · 12 km Train station 2 $98 23 min
Tuebingen Rosentalstrasse · 31 km City office 3 $79 22 min
Goppingen · 36 km City office 1 $206 21 min
Europcar Neckarsulm Audi Car Return Only *bubi* · 46 km City office 3 $54 18 min
Schwaebisch Downtown · 46 km City office 1 $43 16 min

Car rental prices in Stuttgart by car type

Class Typical cars Suppliers From / day Typical / day
Mini Toyota Aygo, Fiat 500, Hyundai i10 8 $40 $69
Economy Opel Corsa, Seat Ibiza, Volkswagen Polo 12 $35 $60
Compact Volkswagen Golf, BMW 1 Series, Audi A3 12 $50 $86
Intermediate Nissan Qashqai, Skoda Octavia, Peugeot 408 12 $57 $86
Standard Volkswagen Passat, Cupra Tavascan, BMW X1 7 $63 $100
Full size BMW 3 Series, Volvo S60, Volkswagen Arteon 9 $68 $104
Station wagon Skoda Octavia Estate, Volkswagen Golf Estate, Volkswagen Passat Estate 12 $64 $111
Large SUV Volvo XC90 1 $567
SUV Volkswagen Tiguan, Ford Kuga, Seat Arona 12 $62 $106
Minivan Citroen SpaceTourer, Nissan Primastar, Ford Tourneo 4 $209
5-seat MPV Ford S-Max, Renault Scenic, BMW 2 Series Active Tourer 7 $71 $153
7-seat minivan Volkswagen Touran, Ford Galaxy, Volkswagen MultiVan 9 $105 $168
9-seat van Ford Tourneo, Ford Transit, Mercedes Vito Tourer 9 $137 $206
Luxury Volvo XC90, Audi A5, Mercedes S Class 5 $98 $145
Premium Audi A6, Mercedes E Class, BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe 7 $87 $137
Convertible BMW 4 Series Convertible, Volkswagen T-Roc Cabriolet 1 $46

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

Renault Zoe rental car in Stuttgart Keddy BY Europcar

Renault Zoe

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $35/day
Volkswagen Polo rental car in Stuttgart Keddy BY Europcar

Volkswagen Polo

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Air conditioning
from $36/day
Fiat 500 rental car in Stuttgart Flex TO GO

Fiat 500

or similar

  • 4 seats
  • 1 bag
  • Air conditioning
from $40/day
Kia Picanto rental car in Stuttgart Flex TO GO

Kia Picanto

or similar

  • 4 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Air conditioning
from $40/day
Opel Corsa rental car in Stuttgart Flex TO GO

Opel Corsa

or similar

  • 4 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Air conditioning
from $40/day
Hyundai i10 rental car in Stuttgart Buchbinder

Hyundai i10

or similar

  • 4 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Air conditioning
from $45/day
Smart Fortwo Electric rental car in Stuttgart Europcar

Smart Fortwo Electric

or similar

  • 2 seats
  • 1 bag
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $46/day
Skoda Fabia rental car in Stuttgart Budget

Skoda Fabia

or similar

  • 4 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Air conditioning
from $48/day

Car rental companies in Stuttgart

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

Flizzr

31 min wait CDW included Credit and debit cards
9.0
Excellent 250+ reviews
from $67/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.7 Cleanliness 9.3 Service at the rental desk 9.2 Pick-up process 9.0 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 $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)

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

Office

Flizzr at Stuttgart Train Station Central Station
Lautenschlagerstr. 17, Stuttgart, 70173
+49-8966060060

Sixt

Daily 06:00–21:00 23 min wait CDW included Credit and debit cards
8.9
Excellent 2000+ reviews
from $89/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.4 Cleanliness 9.1 Service at the rental desk 9.0 Pick-up process 8.9 Drop-off process 9.1

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)

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

Office

Sixt at Stuttgart Train Station Central Station
Am Hauptbahnhof 2, Stuttgart, 70173
+49-8966060060

National

Mon–Fri 08:00–18:00 · Sat 09:00–12:00 23 min wait CDW included Credit and debit cards
8.8
Excellent 100+ reviews
from $95/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.6 Cleanliness 9.0 Service at the rental desk 8.7 Pick-up process 8.6 Drop-off process 9.1

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

Office

National at Stuttgart Train Station Central Station
Lautenschlagerstrasse 3, Stuttgart, 70173, BW
0711-1202680

Buchbinder

In the terminal 19 min wait CDW included Credit card only
8.8
Excellent 250+ reviews
from $46/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.2 Cleanliness 8.8 Service at the rental desk 9.5 Pick-up process 9.0 Drop-off process 8.8

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Airport fee
  • Environmental fee
  • Taxes
  • Deductible from $1 157

Policies

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

Extras (paid at the desk)

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

Office

Buchbinder at Stuttgart Airport
FLUGHAFENSTR. Terminal 3 Ebene 2/Rueckg P4, Terminal 3 Ebene 2/Rueckg P4, Stuttgart, 70629
49 711 9499010

Avis

17 min wait CDW included Credit and debit cards
8.6
Excellent 500+ reviews
from $100/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.0 Cleanliness 8.9 Service at the rental desk 8.8 Pick-up process 8.6 Drop-off process 8.8

Included in the price

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

Winter tires

Office

Avis in Stuttgart Vaihingen
Schelmenwasenstrasse 12, Stuttgart, 70567
0711 99884770

Hertz

13 min wait CDW included Credit and debit cards
8.6
Excellent 1000+ reviews
from $33/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.4 Cleanliness 8.7 Service at the rental desk 8.7 Pick-up process 8.6 Drop-off process 8.6

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Airport fee
  • 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
  • One-way rental allowed
  • Pre-registration available

Extras (paid at the desk)

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

Office

Hertz at Stuttgart Airport
A/p Echterdingen, 70629 Stuttgart, Stuttgart, 70629
071120702087

Enterprise

Mon–Fri 07:30–18:00 · Sat 09:00–12:00 15 min wait CDW included Credit card only
8.5
Excellent 1000+ reviews
from $84/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.1 Cleanliness 8.9 Service at the rental desk 8.7 Pick-up process 8.4 Drop-off process 8.8

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 · Winter tires · Ski rack · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Enterprise at Stuttgart Train Station Central Station
Lbbw Im Innenhof, Am Hauptbahnhof 2, Stuttgart, 70173, BW
0711-1203076

Keddy BY Europcar

In the terminal Mon–Sat 07:00–21:30 · Sun 08:00–21:30 16 min wait CDW included Credit card only
8.5
Excellent 1000+ reviews
from $38/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.1 Cleanliness 9.0 Service at the rental desk 8.6 Pick-up process 8.4 Drop-off process 8.8

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Airport fee
  • Breakdown assistance
  • Environmental fee
  • Taxes
  • Deductible from $1 157

Policies

  • Full to full
  • Limited mileage
  • 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 · Winter tires

Office

Keddy BY Europcar at Stuttgart Airport
FLUGHAFENSTR. Terminal 3 Ebene 2/Rueckg P4, Flughafenstrasse, Stuttgart, 70629
49 711 9499010

Alamo

Mon–Fri 07:30–18:00 · Sat 09:00–12:00 16 min wait CDW included Credit card only
8.4
Excellent 1000+ reviews
from $75/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.1 Cleanliness 8.7 Service at the rental desk 8.5 Pick-up process 8.3 Drop-off process 8.8

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
  • Pre-registration available

Extras (paid at the desk)

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

Office

Alamo at Stuttgart Train Station Central Station
Lbbw Im Innenhof, Am Hauptbahnhof 2, Stuttgart, 70173, BW
0711-1203076

Europcar

18 min wait CDW included Credit card only
7.7
Very good 2000+ reviews
from $79/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 6.8 Cleanliness 8.2 Service at the rental desk 7.8 Pick-up process 7.6 Drop-off process 8.1

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Airport fee
  • Breakdown assistance
  • Environmental fee
  • Taxes
  • Deductible from $1 245

Policies

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

Extras (paid at the desk)

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

Office

Europcar in Stuttgart City Centre
AM HAUPTBAHNHOF 2 Im Mietwagenzentrum Gebäude LBBW, Stuttgart, 70173
49 711 2244630

Budget

24 min wait CDW included Credit and debit cards
7.6
Very good 500+ reviews
from $59/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 6.8 Cleanliness 8.1 Service at the rental desk 7.7 Pick-up process 7.6 Drop-off process 7.9

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Airport fee
  • 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
  • Special discount
  • Pre-registration available

Extras (paid at the desk)

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

Office

Budget in Stuttgart City Centre
Alexander Str 46, Stuttgart, 70182
+49 69710445596

Flex TO GO

In the terminal 11 min wait CDW included Credit card only
7.6
Very good 1000+ reviews
from $40/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 7.3 Cleanliness 8.0 Service at the rental desk 7.4 Pick-up process 7.4 Drop-off process 8.1

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Taxes
  • Deductible from $1 322

Policies

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

Extras (paid at the desk)

Snow chains · GPS · Wi-Fi · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Flex TO GO in Stuttgart Vaihingen
Flughafenstrasse 32, Stuttgart, 70629
+49 22028689605

Rental conditions in Stuttgart

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

Driver age Minimum age 18. Drivers under 23 pay $14 a day extra (Flizzr).
Debit card Accepted by 6 of 12 suppliers: Flizzr, Sixt, National, Avis, Hertz and Budget.
Credit card Usually required, in the main driver's name. 6 of 12 suppliers list no debit option.
Mileage Unlimited at 10 of 12 suppliers. Limited at Buchbinder and Keddy BY Europcar.
Fuel policy Full to full (11 suppliers)
Transmission Automatic 61%, manual 39%.
Electric and hybrid Citroen C3 Aircross, Cupra Tavascan, Renault Zoe and Cupra Born, from $48 a day.
Cancellation Free up to 48 hours before pick-up at 12 suppliers.
Insurance included Theft protection (TP) (12 suppliers), Collision damage waiver (CDW) (12 suppliers), Third-party liability (TPL) (11 suppliers). Deductible: $1 047–$1 322.
Included in the price Taxes, Breakdown assistance, Airport fee, Environmental fee
One-way rental Allowed by 1 supplier. One-way fee seen: $15.
Extras Infant seat (11 suppliers), Child seat (11 suppliers), Snow chains (10 suppliers), GPS (10 suppliers), Winter tires (10 suppliers), Ski rack (10 suppliers)
Special offers Pre-registration available (4 suppliers), Special discount (2 suppliers), Guaranteed new car (1 supplier), Guaranteed model (1 supplier)

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Car rental in Stuttgart: what to expect

Customers report an average wait at the desk from 11 min at Flex TO GO to 31 min at Flizzr.

For a small car, Flex TO GO is the cheapest at about $40 a day and is rated 7.6 out of 10. Flizzr is rated 9.0 and costs about $87.

61% of the cars offered here are automatic. Mileage is unlimited at 10 of 12 suppliers. The minimum driver age is 18, and drivers under 23 pay from $14 a day extra. Most suppliers allow free cancellation up to 48 hours before pick-up.

People who search here most often live in Germany, Portugal and Ukraine. A typical rental lasts 4 days.

Car rental in Stuttgart: FAQ

How much does it cost to rent a car in Stuttgart?
Car rental in Stuttgart starts from $35 per day, and the average price is $132 per day. Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Sep 2026. At the average daily rate, a rental costs about $396 for a 3-day weekend and $924 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 Stuttgart?
These are the car types people opened most often in searches on TREWL in Stuttgart over the last 12 months, with their average daily prices:
  • Economy: $67 per day
  • 9-seat van: $222 per day
  • 7-seat minivan: $210 per day
  • Compact: $106 per day
  • Mini: $73 per day
  • Luxury: $179 per day
  • Station wagon: $128 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 Stuttgart?
These are the rental companies people opened most often in searches on TREWL in Stuttgart over the last 12 months:
  • Flex TO GO, average price $94 per day
  • Sixt, average price $91 per day
  • Avis, average price $130 per day
Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Sep 2026.

Which car rental company has the best reviews in Stuttgart?
According to customer reviews, the highest-rated car rental companies in Stuttgart are:
  • National: rated 9.7/10 by 100+ customers, average price $115 per day
  • Sixt: rated 9.4/10 by 2000+ customers, average price $91 per day
  • Alamo: rated 9.0/10 by 1000+ customers, average price $98 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 Stuttgart?
By the average daily price of a small car (mini, economy or compact), the cheapest rental companies in Stuttgart are:
  • Hertz: about $44 per day
  • Buchbinder: about $51 per day
  • Alamo: about $54 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 Stuttgart?
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: Sixt, Alamo and Flizzr
Your booking confirmation always includes the exact pick-up address and instructions.

Can I pick up a car in Stuttgart 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 Stuttgart, one-way rentals are offered by National, Sixt and Flizzr. 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 Stuttgart?
The lowest minimum age among rental companies in Stuttgart 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 Stuttgart:
  • Sixt: minimum age 21, young driver fee up to age 22
  • Avis: minimum age 21, young driver fee up to age 24
  • Flex TO GO: minimum age 20, young driver fee up to age 24

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

Which car rental companies in Stuttgart offer unlimited mileage?
Avis includes unlimited mileage on all cars in Stuttgart. 6 more, among them National, Sixt and Flizzr, 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 Stuttgart?
The fuel policy is shown for each company on this page. The most common ones in Stuttgart 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 National, Sixt, Alamo, Flizzr, Buchbinder, Avis, Enterprise, Europcar, Budget, Hertz, Keddy BY Europcar and Flex TO GO.
  • 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 Stuttgart?
Yes. Companies offering electric and hybrid cars in Stuttgart include Sixt, Europcar and Hertz. The cheapest is Sixt, from $38 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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