Birthday car hire in Essen: how much does it cost?
Birthday car hire in Essen: how much does it cost? with buyer protection, best price guarantee and flexible payment. On Rentlo you rent directly from verified rental companies in and around Essen and book exactly the vehicle you see: no “or similar”, no surprises.
- 55 vehicles within 50 km
- from 150 € per day
Available cars in Essen
Essen: 55 matching vehicles from 11 local rental companies within 50 km, from €125 to €850 a day. Most offers by type: Sports car (55), Premium car (43), Luxury car (42). 21 offer delivery. Minimum driver age starts at 18.
Essen · 2 km away
VW Golf 8 GTI ClubsportVerified
300 hp20255 seats200 km/day incl.from age 18from 125 € per dayFinal price incl. VAT
Essen · 0 km away
VW Golf 8GTIVerified
265 hp20245 seats150 km/day incl.from age 18from 139 € per dayFinal price incl. VAT
Lindenhorst · 32 km away
VW Golf GTI ClubsportVerified
300 hp20265 seats200 km/day incl.from age 18from 139 € per dayFinal price incl. VAT
5.0Hagen · 33 km away
VW Golf GTI Clubsport
300 hp20245 seats200 km/day incl.from age 18from 145 € per dayFinal price incl. VAT
Essen · 0 km away
VW Golf 8RVerified
333 hp20245 seats150 km/day incl.from age 18from 149 € per dayFinal price incl. VAT
Kempen · 41 km away
Audi RS3
400 hp20265 seats150 km/day incl.from age 18from 150 € per dayFinal price incl. VAT
Gelsenkirchen · 5 km away
VW Golf 7 GTI TCR
290 hp20205 seatsDelivery available250 km/day incl.from 159 € per dayFinal price incl. VAT
Essen · 0 km away
Mercedes‑AMG A45 S 4MATIC+Verified
421 hp20205 seatsfrom age 18from 165 € per dayFinal price incl. VAT
Herne · 15 km away
VW Golf 8R Performance
333 hp20245 seatsDelivery available200 km/day incl.from 169 € per dayFinal price incl. VAT
Essen · 2 km away
VW Golf 8.5 R PerformanceVerified
333 hp20255 seats200 km/day incl.from age 18from 170 € per dayFinal price incl. VAT
Gelsenkirchen · 5 km away
VW Golf 8.5 R
333 hp20255 seatsDelivery available250 km/day incl.from 179 € per dayFinal price incl. VAT
Gelsenkirchen · 5 km away
VW Golf GTI / Audi RS3 / Mercedes-Benz A45 AMG
333 hp2026Delivery available250 km/day incl.from 179 € per dayFinal price incl. VAT
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About Essen
- Population
- 593,085
- State/canton
- North Rhine-Westphalia
- Country
- Germany
- Postcodes
- 45060, 45091, 45093, 45095, 45113, 45115 …
- Nearest airport
- Düsseldorf Airport (DUS), 26 km
- Vehicles within 30 km
- 25
- Price range per day
- €125 €850 per day
- Nearest offer
- 0 km away
Essen is a city in North Rhine-Westphalia in Germany with around 593,085 inhabitants.
Neighbouring places include Gelsenkirchen, Mülheim, Bottrop and Wattenscheid.
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A rental car in and around Essen gives you freedom for day trips, moving house, appointments in the region or simply a special drive.
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Prices: Birthday car hire in Essen
| Rental period | from | Average |
|---|---|---|
| 8 hours | 150 € | 150 € |
| 1 day | 125 € | 297 € |
| Weekend | 139 € | 632 € |
| 1 week | 139 € | 1,429 € |
| 1 month | 139 € | 4,642 € |
Prices from rental companies on Rentlo within 50 km, incl. VAT, as of 01.11.2026. Final price depends on dates, protection package and extras.
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Pay securely online by card, Revolut Pay, iDEAL, Apple Pay or Google Pay, or later and in instalments with Klarna. Where the rental company offers it, you pay 10 % online and the rest in cash at pick-up.
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FAQ: Birthday car hire in Essen
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Support & help›Where is Essen?
Essen is located in North Rhine-Westphalia in Germany. Neighbouring places are Gelsenkirchen, Mülheim, Bottrop and Wattenscheid.
How much does it cost in Essen?
Within 50 km there are currently 55 matching vehicles, from €125 a day.
Can I pick up the car at the airport?
The nearest airport is Düsseldorf Airport (DUS), about 26 km away. Many rental companies offer delivery, see each vehicle.
Can the car be delivered in Essen?
Many rental companies offer delivery and collection. Filter by “delivery” in the search; price and radius are shown on the vehicle.
What is included in the rental price?
The price includes the mileage stated in the offer and the insurance cover described by the rental company. Protection packages, delivery, an additional driver and extra kilometres can be added as required.
How can I save money when renting?
Rent for longer: weekly and monthly rentals are much cheaper per day, and many rental companies give a multi-day discount. Also look out for current deals and Club benefits.
How high is the deposit?
The deposit depends on the vehicle and is shown with every offer. There are also offers without a deposit.
How much does a dream car for a birthday cost in Essen?
On Rentlo, suitable cars around Essen currently start at €125 a day. The price depends on the model, rental period and included mileage. For a short drive, an hourly rental can be cheaper if the rental company offers it.
Can I hire a car for my 18th birthday?
Yes, but not every car. Some rental companies rent certain cars from 18, while for sports cars and luxury cars the minimum age is usually 21 to 25. The exact conditions are listed with every offer.
What is Rentlo?
Rentlo is a marketplace for all kinds of rental vehicles in Germany, Austria and Switzerland. You rent directly from verified local rental companies.
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How does renting in Essen work?
Choose a vehicle, pick your dates and send a request. Once the rental company confirms, you pay securely online and collect the car or have it delivered.
When do I pay?
Only once the rental company has confirmed your request. Payment runs via Stripe.
Which payment methods are available?
Card, Apple Pay, Google Pay, Revolut Pay, iDEAL and Klarna. For some vehicles you can pay 10 % online and the rest in cash at pick-up.
Do I have to pay a deposit?
The rental company decides per vehicle. Many deposits can be paid online; otherwise on site.
How old do I need to be?
Minimum age and licence duration are shown on each vehicle.
How is the vehicle insured?
Vehicles are insured by the rental company, which sets cover and excess.
What is the best price guarantee?
Rental companies offer their vehicles on Rentlo at the same price as directly. Found it cheaper? Let us know.
Can I cancel?
Before confirmation you can withdraw for free. After that the rental company's cancellation terms apply.
Is there a Rentlo app?
Yes, for iPhone and Android, including Rentlo Shorts with real videos and sound.
Guide
Keep the date flexible
Birthdays often fall on a weekend, when special cars are in high demand. If you celebrate a day earlier or later, you'll often have more choice and sometimes better prices. With a convertible, it's worth keeping an eye on the weather forecast and the rental company's cancellation terms.
The perfect birthday drive
Plan a route with scenic roads, a stop for photos and a destination such as a restaurant. Roughly work out the distance so the included kilometres are enough, or choose a mileage package. Some rental companies will also bring the car right to your front door, which makes for a real surprise.
Plan the surprise: but check the requirements
If the car is meant to be a surprise, discreetly check the person's age, how long they've held their licence and whether they can pay a deposit. Whoever drives must meet the rental company's requirements and be registered as the driver. If something doesn't fit, a Rentlo voucher is the more flexible solution.
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