Car rental with a low deposit, no card blocked for thousands
Average deposit of 300 euros, and some firms ask for none.
- Price fixed at booking, no hidden fees
- Pay 15-20% now, the rest at pick-up
- Average deposit of about 300 euros
Big international rental brands may block several thousand euros on your card until the car comes back. Localrent puts its average deposit at 300 euros and lists plenty of companies that ask for no deposit at all.
The deposit is shown on each car before you book, next to the daily rate and the total. You can sort out the cheapest cars with a small deposit rather than finding out at the counter.
Localrent says its prices are two to three times lower than those of international rental companies. It also says damage is assessed in front of you and that it never charges clients after the car is returned.
Pair that with a 15-20% advance and the rest on pick-up, and the cash tied up before the trip stays small. This suits long stays in places such as Thailand, Spain or Turkey.
Deals you can use now
| Deal | Code | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| BookCar rental from local companies, with cancellation options and no hidden fees | — | Prepay 15-20% of the price now and the rest at pick-up. |
See Localrent in detailLocal car rental, fixed priceCompare cars and extras in one place · Handover by the local owner · 500+ local fleets, 16,000 cars · One price, no fine printFAQ
What is the typical deposit?
Localrent states an average deposit of 300 euros. Many companies on the platform require no deposit.
Why is the deposit lower than at global brands?
The platform works with small local companies, often family businesses with one office and a few dozen cars.
When is the deposit paid?
Where one is required, it is handled on site at pick-up together with the remaining payment. The amount is shown before you book.
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