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Rent a car with Sixt in Mexico
Car hire in Mexico is easy and convenient when you rent a car with Sixt. We have car rental stations in many of the major cities in Mexico, including Mexico City, Cancun and Guadalajara. Many of our stations are conveniently located at airport terminals so you can pick up your car rental in Mexico as soon as you arrive. A range of different vehicle types are available, including economy cars, luxury models, sports cars, vans, and SUVs. You can customise your car rental in Mexico by adding optional extras such as additional drivers, child seats, and sat nav.
Driving in Mexico
Before you pick up your Sixt car hire in Mexico, you should be aware that the rules of the road may be different from what you are used to.
- For example, when entering or leaving towns or villages, look out for ""topes"" or speed bumps. These can be hard to see and may not be signposted, so be sure to slow down when approaching a town.
- When in towns, be aware that traffic rules might go against your expectations - sometimes at a three-lane junction, vehicles from the two right-hand lanes may cross the left lane to make a left turn. The left-lane driver should give way to the drivers making the turn.
Finally when driving in Mexico you should be alert to animals in the road, especially in the countryside - you could be sharing the road with cows, horses or even donkeys.
What to see with your car rental in Mexico
With Sixt car hire in Mexico you are free to explore the country at your own pace. You can easily visit Mexico City and the surrounding area - the stunning ancient Aztec pyramids at Teotihuacán are a must-see. Take a trip north of the city to one of the pretty silver towns such as San Miguel de Allende. If you prefer the beach, you could start your journey from the coastal resort town of Cancun and explore the beautiful coast of the Gulf of Mexico. For keen hikers there are a multitude of opportunities in the countryside of Oaxaca and Puebla. You can drive to one of the villages and hire a local guide to show you the way. With Sixt car hire the choice is yours.* more than 60 car hire locations in Mexico
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Good to know when renting in Mexico
Car rental under 25 in Mexico
You must be at least 21 with a valid driver’s license held for 2 years to rent with SIXT in Mexico. A young driver surcharge applies to those under 25.
Cross-border travel
Taking your car across the northern border of Mexico into the US may be possible with prior approval. It is not allowed to take your SIXT rental across the southern border. It is also not allowed to take your car into Mexico City if you did not rent it in the federal state of Mexico.
One-way car rental in Mexico
It is generally allowed to book one-way rentals between SIXT locations in Mexico, depending on the tariff.
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Customer reviews & feedback
Jesse L.
(5.0)
Small operation, but the staff is super friendly and helpful and they don't go over the car with a microscope looking for scratches they can charge you for like Hertz in Cabo does.
And the rental fees and insurance are reasonable! They have a van for transport between the store and the airport.
Check if your car insurance covers rental car damage in Mexico and you can get by with just Mexican liability.
J.
(5.0)
Best place to rent a car at SJD. They have a small staff and you might have to wait a few minutes for a ride, but it's worth it. Once at the office it only took 10 minutes to get our SUV (versus 2.5 hours at the rental place next door). They didn't try pressure tactics about the insurance like the neighboring rental company either. FYI, all rental companies put a ~US$2,000 hold on your credit card if you use your own insurance. The return process was also very smooth and prompt (thanks, Francisco!).
Alfonso G.
(5.0)
I had an exceptional experience with these guys. They made our vacation a lot smoother, so had more time to enjoy it. They accommodated our every need and helped us find a gas station to fill up before our flight back home. I highly recommend booking a rental car through Sixt if you’re ever in Los Cabos!
Thommy D.
(5.0)
Recommended! As soon as I arrived I talked to Julio who gave me all the details and pricing with no BS. Process was quick and I was able to ride out of there in less than 15 mins.
Car was clean, new, and equipped. Came back turned it in and closed out. Got my deposit back within 4 days no extra charges. Definitely using them again!
Gracias Julio
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Will M.
(5.0)
We rented a car for 9 days. This is my second time in three years renting from Sixt.
David is awesome. He speaks 4 or more languages.
He is super friendly and reasonable.
Most rental agencies in Mexico pressure you into buying CDW insurance, which doubles your rate.
My Visa covers the CDW if I use it to pay and the rental period is not longer than 12 days.
It cost me $400 for 9 days which i thought was fair.
I will call David directly next time I'm in beautiful Guadalajara to set up my rental from Sixt.
Chris J.
(5.0)
Great customer service! Cesar is amazing!
We had a terrible experience with a reservation at America Car Rental, had to walk away from it. Cesar and Sixt were there to help us out and save our vacation.
Kathy L.
(5.0)
SIXT is, by far, the best rental car facility in Cabo. We have been using SIXT for several years after being burned by several other companies for our earlier visits to Cabo. There are no 'surprise' tactics with extra charges like many other rental places in Cabo. Just get the insurance you need. It is not forced upon you. They even stayed open past their closing time just for me because my flight was delayed 3 hours - AND texted to make sure the shuttle was there to greet me.
Marcos is absolutely fabulous in terms of customer service and Victor was a delight as my shuttle driver and very heavy suitcase lifter. We own a rental property in Cabo and recommend SIXT to all of our guests who want to rent a car.
C.
(5.0)
Easy to rent a car. No line. Called for shuttle to pick up at airport as rental cars are across the street but too far to walk. Great rates and mandatory Mexican insurance included in price.
Carlos D.
(5.0)
Just returned the car. Nothing was damaged and I returned it with same gas amount as received. No issues or additional charges. There was a large hold on the card for not paying additional insurance, but I didn’t mind it. If booked with Sixt website, required third party insurance is included. Since I was skeptical, I did take photos of all documents, and photos and videos of the car in case I was charged wrongfully.
Car conditions - it did have the engine light on the whole time, and it had 113k miles, but it worked well driving to La Paz and Cabo Pulmo.
The only thing I wasn’t pleased about is the various airport desk folks trying to get you to spend money on their “deals”. You’ll see them after the location where you submit your customs form. Just ask them for the car rental company pickup location and leave. Once you get there, you’ll see they have a car with a small Sixt sticker and the driver will be holding a laminated Sixt logo. It’s like a 5 minute drive to the car rental spots, free of charge.
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FAQs about rentals in Mexico
Accepted payment methods
We accept all credit cards from internationally recognized companies like Visa, MasterCard and American Express. Debit and prepaid cards, checks and cash are not accepted.
Flexible rental options
If you are unsure of your travel plans, you can book with the “Pay Later” option and cancel your reservation free of charge.
What's the minimum age to rent a car in Mexico?
To rent a car with SIXT at Mexico you need to be at least 21 with a valid license. Some car categories have a higher minimum rental age, and an underage driver fee may apply.
Can I modify, extend, or cancel my reservation?
At SIXT you can either pay online or when you pick up your car in Mexico.
What documents do I need to rent a car in Mexico?
You need a valid driver’s license held for at least 1 year, depending on the car category. You might also need an International Driving Permit or official translation of the license.
Can I book a long-term car rental in Mexico?
Whether you’re planning to stay in Mexico or travel beyond, it’s easy to reserve a long-term rental. Enter your trip dates and pick-up/drop-off locations and we’ll find you affordable long-term car rental deals.
Do I need to purchase insurance or protection packages with my rental in Mexico?
A damage waiver is included with your car rental. You can add other protection products to reduce your excess.
Explore our car rental locations in Mexico
- Cancun
- Chihuahua
- Guadalajara
- Los Barriles
- Mexico City
- Monterrey
- Morelia
- Nuevo Laredo
- Playa del Carmen
- Puerto Vallarta
- Saltillo
- San Jose del Cabo
- San Luis Potosi
- Torreon
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Check out our airport locations in Mexico
- Cancun Airport
- Chihuahua Int. Airport
- Guadalajara Airport
- Los Cabos Int. Airport
- Mexico City Airport T1
- Mexico City Airport T2
- Monterrey Airport
- Morelia Airport
- Nuevo Laredo Airport
- Puerto Vallarta Airport
- Saltillo Airport
- San Luis Potosi Airport
- Torreón Airport
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