White five-door compact car parked on a street in the Historic Center of Merida, with pastel colonial facades and wrought-iron window grilles.
CHEAP CAR RENTAL MERIDA // QUICKLY MID

Cheap Car Rental in Merida, Yucatan

Compact cars and sedans from $490 MXN a day + VAT, with Full Cover insurance and unlimited mileage included.

+52 999 900 5548
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Where will you pick up the car?

Mérida Airport (MID)
Direct handover · Quick transfer, no waiting

Minimum rental for these dates: 2 days.

Low season
Based on your dates
Estimated length: 3 days
$490 MXN/day · Low season (+ VAT)
Estimate from:
$1,470 MXN*

*List rate for low season. VAT not included. The final price with VAT and the real availability are confirmed before you book, with no surprise charges.

Real rates, in pesos

Cheap car rental in Merida: daily rates

These are the four lowest-priced categories, with the daily rate for each season. Rates are in Mexican pesos and VAT is added on top. Unlimited mileage in Yucatán, Quintana Roo and San Francisco de Campeche and Full Cover insurance are already included in every rate.

  • Compact Manual

    Nissan March / Renault Kwid / Suzuki Swift or similar

    Low season

    from $490 MXN / day + VAT

    High season: $690 MXN / day + VAT

  • Sedan Manual

    Chevrolet Aveo / Dodge Attitude or similar

    Low season

    from $590 MXN / day + VAT

    High season: $740 MXN / day + VAT

  • Sedan Automatic

    Dodge Attitude / Nissan Versa / Mitsubishi Mirage or similar

    Low season

    from $640 MXN / day + VAT

    High season: $790 MXN / day + VAT

  • Midsize Sedan

    Kia K3 / Volkswagen Jetta / Chevrolet Cavalier or similar

    Low season

    from $740 MXN / day + VAT

    High season: $890 MXN / day + VAT

Before you compare rates

What renting a cheap car in Mérida really costs

The daily rate is the number everyone compares, but it isn’t the only one you pay. These are the four that move the total cost of a budget trip — and of the four, the one that surprises people most never shows up on any rate sheet.

The deposit hold we don’t charge

It’s the cost no rental company puts on its rate sheet. Many of them hold a $15,000 or $30,000 peso block on your credit card until you return the car. Here, we don’t ask for a credit card or a security deposit: that money stays available for your trip, which is exactly the point when you’re traveling on a tight budget.

The season you travel in

The same category doesn’t cost the same during summer vacation as it does in May. The table below shows both rates for each one, low and high season, with no “starting at” hiding the difference. The quote tool on the homepage detects the season from the dates you pick.

VAT and the minimum rental

Rates do not include VAT: it is added to the daily price. The minimum rental is two days — that’s a condition of the service, not a promotion — so it’s worth adding VAT and multiplying by that minimum before comparing against another quote.

Tolls along the way

They’re not included in the rental and depend on the direction, not the category. There’s no toll highway on the way to Progreso or Campeche; toward Chichén Itzá the toll costs $143 MXN and toward Valladolid $248 MXN for a car. These are measured on the site’s route pages, with a breakdown by leg.
The price ladder

Budget doesn’t mean small

The most expensive mistake on this page would be picking the lowest number without checking what it includes. All four budget categories are cars of the same size class, but not the same trunk space or transmission. Here’s what each step up actually buys: not “more car,” but the specific problem it solves.

The four budget categories: low- and high-season daily rate, difference from the previous one, transmission and what each step up adds
The four budget categories: low- and high-season daily rate, difference from the previous one, transmission and what each step up adds
VehicleLow seasonHigh seasonDifferenceTransmissionWhat each step adds
Auto compacto gris oscuro de cinco puertas estacionado en una calle del Centro Histórico de Mérida, frente a fachadas coloniales en tonos pastel.Compact ManualNissan March / Renault Kwid / Suzuki Swift or similar$490$690—ManualThe starting point: comfortable seating, but tight trunk space. It suits a couple with real luggage, or a larger group packing light. It’s also the easiest one to park in the Centro.
Auto compacto manual gris junto a un muro de piedra caliza con buganvilia y una palmera, en una calle residencial de Mérida.Sedan ManualChevrolet Aveo / Dodge Attitude or similar$590$740+$100ManualMore trunk space. This upgrade decides whether a full car with checked bags travels comfortably, or ends up with a bag riding on the seat.
Sedán compacto automático blanco frente a los arcos coloniales de una plaza de Mérida, sobre piso de piedra clara.Sedan AutomaticDodge Attitude / Nissan Versa / Mitsubishi Mirage or similar$640$790+$50AutomaticAutomatic transmission. If it’s been years since you drove a stick shift, this pays for itself the first time you hit traffic on the Periférico. It’s the most-requested model in the lineup.
Sedán intermedio gris oscuro sobre una avenida arbolada de Mérida, con palmeras reales y casonas de principios del siglo XX.Midsize SedanKia K3 / Volkswagen Jetta / Chevrolet Cavalier or similar$740$890+$100AutomaticMore engine power and more interior room for peninsula highways. It’s worth it for a long trip with a full car.

Daily rates in Mexican pesos, plus VAT, taken from the same catalog as the grid above. The difference is calculated against the immediately preceding category. Check the mileage included in your booking and real availability on WhatsApp before you confirm it.

The gap from cheapest to most popular is $150 a day

The Compact Manual at $490 is the lowest rate in the lineup; the Sedan Automatic at $640 is the most booked, and the difference buys more trunk space and automatic transmission. If you’re not sure which of the two fits your trip, tell us how many people are traveling and how much luggage you’re bringing.

Fleet available for immediate pickup

All models include high-performance A/C, connectivity and insurance.

4 categories available
Auto compacto gris oscuro de cinco puertas estacionado en una calle del Centro Histórico de Mérida, frente a fachadas coloniales en tonos pastel.
Compact

Compact Manual

$490 + VAT / day

Nissan March / Renault Kwid / Suzuki Swift or similar

Manual
A/C included

Recommended for: Easy parking in Mérida's Historic Center and maximum fuel efficiency.

Auto compacto manual gris junto a un muro de piedra caliza con buganvilia y una palmera, en una calle residencial de Mérida.
Sedan

Sedan Manual

$590 + VAT / day

Chevrolet Aveo / Dodge Attitude or similar

Manual
A/C included

Recommended for: Classic sedan comfort, a good trunk and proven highway performance.

Sedán compacto automático blanco frente a los arcos coloniales de una plaza de Mérida, sobre piso de piedra clara.
Sedan

Sedan Automatic

$640 + VAT / day

Dodge Attitude / Nissan Versa / Mitsubishi Mirage or similar

Automatic
A/C included

Recommended for: Our most-requested model: smooth handling, no fatigue in traffic or highway driving, and a roomy trunk.

Sedán intermedio gris oscuro sobre una avenida arbolada de Mérida, con palmeras reales y casonas de principios del siglo XX.
Sedan

Midsize Sedan

$740 + VAT / day

Kia K3 / Volkswagen Jetta / Chevrolet Cavalier or similar

Automatic
A/C included

Recommended for: More engine power, generous interior space and premium comfort for peninsula highways.

Daily rates in Mexican pesos. VAT not included. Minimum rental: 2 days in low season, 3 days in high season.

CONDITIONS BEFORE YOU BOOK

No security deposit, no credit card, and cancel with no penalty

This is the part that worries people most when renting a car, so it comes first: we don't ask for a security deposit, you don't need a credit card, and you can cancel with no penalty. No holds on your card and no surprise charges when you get to the counter.

What do you need to rent?

  • If you live in Mérida

    Valid, issued in Mérida

    If you're traveling

    Valid

We'll confirm your minimum age based on your license, over WhatsApp.

What we don't ask for

  • ✕
    We don't ask for a security deposit. No bank holds of $15,000 or $30,000 pesos on your funds.
  • ✕
    We don't ask for a credit card. You can pay by debit card or SPEI electronic transfer.
  • ✕
    No penalty if you cancel. Change or cancel your reservation with no fees and no fine print.

What the rate includes: Full Cover insurance with 8 coverages

  • Collision
  • Total theft
  • Civil liability
  • Third-party damage
  • Medical expenses
  • Legal assistance
  • Roadside assistance
  • Glass

Unlimited mileage in Yucatán, Quintana Roo and San Francisco de Campeche.

Minimum rental: 2 days in low season and 3 days in high season.

Deductible: 5% for collision and 10% for theft, based on Libro Azul (Blue Book) value.

DIRECT PROCESS, NO RED TAPE

How to book a budget car, step by step

With your travel dates decided, reserving the budget unit takes three WhatsApp messages — no long forms and no account to create.

  1. 01Initial request

    Tell us your dates and trip type

    Choose the dates you will be in Mérida and the type of vehicle you need (economy sedan, family SUV, or a van for a group).

    Estimated time: 1 min
  2. 02Full transparency

    We share clear options and terms

    You get real, guaranteed availability and the direct list price instantly, with no hidden charges. The exact conditions for your category are confirmed on WhatsApp before you book.

    Response in < 3 min
  3. 03Keys in hand

    Confirm on WhatsApp and start your trip

    Book your car hassle-free. We will meet you at Mérida Airport or at our location, open 24 hours, with a clean, ready vehicle.

    Delivery in < 3 min

// VERIFIED REVIEWS ON GOOGLE

Travelers who already saved
by renting with us

Verified Google reviews from those who chose the most affordable category in the fleet.

4.8 out of 5 on Google · 2,420 reviews on Google · in-house fleet of more than 200 vehiclesView reviews on Google

SARA PINEDA

WEEKEND GETAWAY · COMPACT

“What I value most is that there were no surprises: clear terms, friendly service, and a comfortable car to explore cenotes and the coast at our own pace.”
CHICHÉN & COAST

LAURA MARTÍNEZ

FAMILY TRIP · SUV

“I booked from another city and the process was clear from start to finish. The vehicle arrived on time, clean, and ready to hit the road with my family across Yucatán.”
MÉRIDA & VALLADOLID

JULIÁN ARIAS

BUSINESS TRIP · SEDAN

“I needed to move between meetings without wasting time. Delivery was quick at MID Airport, the car was spotless, and I had continuous support.”
MID AIRPORT
Keep exploring

More ways to rent in Merida

Landing at the airport? Here is how Merida airport car rental pickup works. If you need more seats than a budget car has, see van and SUV rental in Merida; for the requirements and everything the rate includes, go back to car rental in Merida.

4 questions

Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know before picking up your car in Mérida.

What does the daily rate shown include?

It includes the 24-hour vehicle rental, unlimited mileage in Yucatán, Quintana Roo and San Francisco de Campeche, Full Cover insurance and 24/7 roadside assistance. The deductible is 5% for collision and 10% for theft, based on Libro Azul value. Published rates do not include VAT.

What documents do I need to bring when picking up the vehicle?

If you live in Mérida: a valid driver’s license issued in Mérida, your official ID or passport, and an electricity or water bill from the last 3 months, all three matching in name and address. If you are visiting: a valid driver’s license, your photo ID, your round-trip flights already booked, and the boarding pass for your arrival or departure. No security deposit and no credit card required, and you can cancel with no penalty.

Can I extend my rental if I decide to stay longer?

Absolutely. Just send a WhatsApp message to +52 999 900 5548 and we’ll coordinate extending your rental at a preferred rate, no need to come back to our office.

What is the cheapest way to rent a car in Merida?

The lowest daily rate is the Compact Manual at $490 MXN + VAT in low season ($690 MXN + VAT in high season), followed by the Sedan Manual at $590 MXN + VAT. To pay the least, choose one of those two and travel outside the high-season periods (July 15 – August 15 and December 20 – January 2). Unlimited mileage in Yucatán, Quintana Roo and San Francisco de Campeche and Full Cover insurance are already included in the daily rate, and there is no security deposit or credit card hold. The minimum rental is 2 days in low season and 3 days in high season. Rates are in Mexican pesos and do not include VAT.

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