Give car hire as a gift in Essen
Give car hire as a gift in Essen 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 · 0 km away
VW Golf 8GTIVerified
265 hp20245 seats150 km/day incl.from age 18from 139 € 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
Essen · 0 km away
Mercedes‑AMG A45 S 4MATIC+Verified
421 hp20205 seatsfrom age 18from 165 € per dayFinal price incl. VAT
Essen · 0 km away
Lamborghini Urus SEVerified
666 hp20255 seatsDelivery available100 km/day incl.from 850 € per dayFinal price incl. VAT
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 · 2 km away
VW Golf 8.5 R PerformanceVerified
333 hp20255 seats200 km/day incl.from age 18from 170 € per dayFinal price incl. VAT
Essen · 2 km away
Mercedes-Benz C 43 AMG CabrioVerified
408 hp20224 seats200 km/day incl.from age 18from 200 € per dayFinal price incl. VAT
Essen · 2 km away
Audi RS3Verified
400 hp20255 seats200 km/day incl.from age 18from 200 € per dayFinal price incl. VAT
Essen · 2 km away
Audi RS7Verified
600 hp2022200 km/day incl.from age 18from 300 € 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
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: Car hire as a gift 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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- Find the right carSearch by place, dates and vehicle type and compare real listings with photos, prices and terms.
- Request your datesSend your request. The rental company confirms, only then you pay, securely via Stripe.
- Pick up and driveCollect the vehicle or have it delivered where delivery is offered.
Payments made safe & easy
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: Car hire as a gift 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.
How much does it cost to give car hire as a gift in Essen?
On Rentlo, suitable sports cars and luxury cars around Essen currently start at €125 a day. With a fixed booking, the price depends on the model, duration and extras. Alternatively, you can give a Rentlo voucher that the recipient redeems for their rental.
How does a Rentlo voucher work?
You give a voucher that the recipient redeems when booking on Rentlo. They choose the car, location and date themselves and must meet the requirements of the chosen car. You'll see the voucher details when you buy it.
Can I book a rental for someone else?
Yes, you can send the request and pay. However, only someone who meets the rental company's requirements and is registered as the driver may drive. So state in your request that someone else will drive and clarify the necessary details in advance.
What does the recipient need to bring?
Usually a valid driving licence and ID, and depending on the rental company also a means of payment for the deposit. The minimum age and years of holding a licence must fit. The exact requirements are listed with every offer.
How old do you have to be to drive a dream car you've been given?
That depends on the car. Regular rental cars are sometimes available from 18, while for sports cars and luxury cars the minimum age is usually 21 to 25, often with several years of driving experience. Check this before you hand over the gift.
Which cars make a good gift?
Popular choices are sports cars for driving fun, convertibles for a summer drive and luxury saloons or classic cars for special occasions. The best fit is a car the recipient has dreamed of for a long time. You can see what's available around Essen in the offers.
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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.
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
Don't forget the deposit
High-performance cars usually come with a higher deposit. Clarify who will pay it: depending on the rental company, the registered driver may have to do so personally, for example with a credit card in their own name. Some cars are also available without a deposit or with a cash deposit at pick-up.
Present it nicely
A printed voucher with a photo of the dream car makes more of an impression than an email. With a fixed booking, the car can be waiting outside the door for the handover if the rental company offers delivery. Plan a backup date in case the weather or schedules don't cooperate.
Voucher or fixed booking?
A Rentlo voucher is the flexible choice: the recipient picks the car, location and date themselves. A fixed booking works if you know their dream car and schedule exactly, for example for a birthday surprise. In that case, check the requirements especially carefully beforehand.
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