Barcelona Low Cost Car Rental

Save up to 50% when booking in Barcelona in Spring 2024. New cars and the best service from Bookingauto.

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Barcelona best rent-a-car offers

Bookingauto (Barcelona) strives to make your car rental experience as simple and convenient as possible. This also applies to the location of rental points. Our clients can pick up cars in the most popular places, whether it be the city centre, airport, or main railway station. The list of our pick-up locations is extensive, meaning that visitors who book cars with us in Barcelona can always collect them from the most suitable place.

What we can offer:

By contacting Bookingauto.com, customers can be sure that there is the right type of car waiting for them. For example, if one person or a small group of guests arrives in Barcelona, it makes sense for them to rent a Convertible Mercedes E Cabrio from €67 per day. This presentable and comfortable car is offered for rent by sixt. When it comes to a family or a large company, the best choice may be a Minivan Mercedes V-Class at a rate of €44 per day. Your trip will be pleasant and safe in this roomy car. For those who want some extra comfort and have the appropriate budget, budget is ready to offer a Business-class model - Jaguar XE. A budget transport option for a journey would be a Ford Focus car, compact but quite convenient, the rental of which would cost about €15 per day.

How to minimize costs:

In order to avoid paying too much, plan to pick up the car and return it at the same time. Car rental fees are set for the entire rental day. Therefore, if you return the car after 25 hours, the payment will be calculated as 48 hours, or two full days. Likewise, if you use your rental car for more than 72 hours, you will pay for 96 hours of rent.

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Average prices by car class in Barcelona

How the cost changes in Barcelona

During the high season in summer, car rental in Barcelona costs 20-30% more than at other times. For example, renting the VW Passat popular in Barcelona costs €32 per day in July. In autumn, you’d pay about €12 for the same model.

During the holidays, the demand for car rental is very high, which is reflected in both the price and the choice of available cars. Therefore, you should book in advance if possible.

Highest summer price for convertibles. For example, a Mercedes E Cabrio is offered at €67 per day.

Among the economy classes, the most popular model in Barcelona is the Ford Focus. The rental price for such a car starts from €15 per day from sixt.

For lovers of comfortable driving, you will also have to pay an increased price for business class cars – a Jaguar XE will cost about €82 per day.

The excitement noticeably subsides in autumn and rental companies begin to reduce their rates. For example, you can rent a Kia Sportage very cheaply in the autumn for just €33 per day.

Fans of exclusive car models also find it easier to fulfill their requests in the autumn months. For example, in Barcelona, you can easily rent a LEXUS RX to travel in style through the streets of the beautiful city. Rest assured that the memories of these drives will linger in your imagination for a long time.

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Jan
€23
Feb
€21
Mar
€19
Apr
€22
May
€26
Jun
€27
Jul
€27
Aug
€21
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€19
Oct
€19
Nov
€18
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Rental companies in Barcelona

With us, you can book a car from the following rental companies

Bookingauto has been in the car rental business for over 20 years. During this time, we have secured long-term mutually beneficial partnerships with the most reliable local and international car rental companies. As a result, we can offer our customers various vehicles at reasonable prices and the best possible service.

On our site, you will find great offers for car rental in Barcelona and be surprised at the number of rental options available. The most popular among our customers is sixt, which has an average rating of 9.8 based on 100 reviews. The second-most popular is budget with a rating of 9.7, confirmed by reviews from 100 people.

In addition, we have long-standing partnerships with rental companies such as Alamo and Budget, which gives us the opportunity to offer car rental at a discount of up to 30% off standard prices.

We also offer our clients a special discount for renting a mini-class car at Hertz. For just €9 per day, you’ll get a comfortable VW Up.

Bookingauto and our partners are always ready to offer our clients a large selection of comfortable rental cars at reasonable prices.

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On our website, you can cancel or change your booking in Barcelona under certain terms.

The booking can be cancelled with a full refund at least 24 hours in advance (in some cases, 48 hours may be needed).

If cancelled with less than 24 hours’ notice (or 48 ​​hours in some cases), the administration fee will be deducted from the online payment amount but the rest of the money will be returned to your bank account.

Each vendor has a different cancellation policy and administration fee for different cars. Therefore, we recommend that you carefully read the cancellation policy before booking.

Note: you can only cancel or modify your order before the pick-up time!

These additional rules apply to all bookings:

If the online payment sum is less than the stated administration fee, there will be no refunds when cancelling your booking once the administration fee is applied.

If your booking is made less than 24 hours prior to the pick-up time (or 48 hours in some cases), a cancellation policy will be automatically applied to your booking.

Important information: To cancel a booking, please go to the “Manage My Booking” section – do not contact the rent-a-car company directly.

Insurance coverage cancellation policy:

If you purchased an additional insurance product with your car rental, the policy will be automatically ended when the booking is cancelled. To check if you are eligible for a refund, see the cancellation policy set out in the terms of your insurance product.

When does the “No-show” rule apply?

The following situations constitute a "No-show":

● The customer didn’t inform of the cancellation before the pick-up time.

● The customer failed to pick up a car in Barcelona at the arranged time and date.

● The customer failed to provide the documentation required to pick up the car.

● The customer failed to provide a credit card in the main driver’s name with enough available funds on it.

In the event of any of the above, no refunds can be made.

The car hire company reserves the right to refuse a car to any customer who fails to provide all of the necessary documentation and a credit card with enough available funds for the car's security deposit. In such cases, the customer will not be entitled to a refund.

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Estimated prices for fuel in Barcelona

Estimated prices for gasoline and diesel fuel in Barcelona as of March 2024:

● Diesel on average costs €1.36 per litre.

● Gasoline 95 costs approximately €1.21 per litre.

This information is updated twice a month.

Data is collected from various sources, including official government websites and those of fuel companies. Be aware that domestic fuel prices can vary greatly.

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The best prices are generally offered at least 3 weeks before the car is picked up.

Using the search form on our website, you will see a list of cars available for rent in Barcelona for your chosen dates.

In March 2024, Europcar and Thrifty are offering a special discount and you may also find price reductions from other rental companies. All discounted options are displayed as "-20% Off" in the search results.

When choosing a car, pay attention to the following parameters: the number of passengers, the capacity of the boot, and the type of transmission. Make sure that all parameters match your needs.

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Many rental companies in Barcelona have strict age restrictions on drivers. This may include additional charges for drivers under 26 years old.

We advise you to carefully study the age requirements of the company, especially if you are under 26 years old. After all, your car rental costs may depend on this. Different countries, companies and even rental locations may have different age limits and fees. Therefore, we urge you to read the full terms and conditions of the rental service and the information specified in the voucher.

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You can rent a car in Barcelona after providing a driver's license, passport, credit card, and a voucher that you will receive by email. If you are renting a luxury car, you may need to show two credit cards.

If more than one person will be driving the car, then each of the drivers needs to provide their driver's license.

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An international driving permit is required

Popular questions about car rental in Barcelona

Question: What is included in the base rental price?

Answer: The cost of renting a car in Barcelona is usually made up of unlimited mileage, car damage insurance (CDW), and VAT. Some additional services that can be added are insurance against theft, inclusion of a child seat, and admission for a second driver to use the car. As a rule, the client picks up the car with a full tank of fuel. You must fill it up on its return. In the rental conditions of the selected car, you can find a full list of services that are included in the rental price. Therefore, we recommend that you carefully read all of the important information before booking.

Question: Is it possible to return a car in another city?

Answer: If you pick up a car in Barcelona, returning it in another city is possible for an additional fee. You need to mark the option "Return elsewhere" in the search form and indicate your desired city of return. The search results will only offer cars for which this is possible. The price is indicated immediately and takes into account the additional fee for returning in another city.

Question: What type of car is best to rent?

Answer: The most popular cars in Barcelona are ones that fit into the Compact and Standard categories, including the Ford Focus and VW Passat models. If you want to choose a car that exactly matches your needs, try making a short list of your expectations. Think about your passengers and how comfortable they’ll be while driving. Check the volume of the boot,  as well as safety and fuel economy features if that’s important to you.

Question: How do I hire a car near my location?

Answer: Our system provides a convenient way to find a car rental office near your current location. To determine your coordinates, click on the "Car rental near me" icon in the search form. The search results will show vehicles sorted by the closest proximity to your location. Be sure to pay attention to the exact address of the rental point before making a reservation, as this will avoid potential errors with your coordinates.

Question: Are there low-cost airlines in the car rental business in Barcelona?

Answer: The most budget-friendly car rental options are offered by Budget, Last minute rent a car, and Thrifty. You should know, though, that well-known network companies often hold promotional offers, where the discount can be up to 70% off. What’s more, you won’t have to compromise on the quality of service! To choose the most attractive offer, take your time and compare the prices of the cars offered by different rental companies. This will help you to choose a car with suitable characteristics and rent it on the best terms.

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