Family car rental in Cologne
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- 40 vehicles within 50 km
- from 47 € per day
Available cars in Cologne
Cologne: 40 matching vehicles from 12 local rental companies within 50 km, from €47 to €550 a day. Most offers by type: Sports car (34), Premium car (29), Luxury car (22). 6 offer delivery. Minimum driver age starts at 18.
5.0Cologne · 2 km away
VW Golf 8.5 ClubsportVerified
300 hp20265 seats150 km/day incl.from age 18from 139 € per dayFinal price incl. VAT
5.0Cologne · 2 km away
VW Golf 8R PerformanceVerified
333 hp20235 seats150 km/day incl.from age 18from 140 € per dayFinal price incl. VAT
5.0Cologne · 2 km away
Audi RS3 SportbackVerified
400 hp20255 seats150 km/day incl.from age 18from 170 € per dayFinal price incl. VAT
5.0Cologne · 2 km away
Audi RS3Verified
401 hp20265 seats150 km/day incl.from age 18from 180 € per dayFinal price incl. VAT
5.0Cologne · 2 km away
Mercedes-Benz CLA 45s AMGVerified
421 hp20245 seats150 km/day incl.from age 18from 190 € per dayFinal price incl. VAT
5.0Cologne · 2 km away
Audi R8 Performance CoupéVerified
620 hp20222 seats150 km/day incl.from age 23from 389 € per dayFinal price incl. VAT
5.0Cologne · 4 km away
Mercedes-Benz CLA 45s AMG
421 hp20245 seats200 km/day incl.from age 18from 150 € per dayFinal price incl. VAT
Gremberghoven · 6 km away
VW Golf 8RVerified
333 hp20245 seats200 km/day incl.from age 18from 150 € per dayFinal price incl. VAT
Gremberghoven · 6 km away
Audi RS3Verified
400 hp20195 seats200 km/day incl.from age 20from 250 € per dayFinal price incl. VAT
Gremberghoven · 6 km away
Ford Mustang GTVerified
450 hp20184 seats200 km/day incl.from age 20from 250 € per dayFinal price incl. VAT
5.0Bergisch Gladbach · 8 km away
VW Golf 8R PerformanceVerified
333 hp20245 seatsDelivery available200 km/day incl.from 149 € per dayFinal price incl. VAT
5.0Bergisch Gladbach · 8 km away
BMW M4 CompetitionVerified
510 hp20254 seats200 km/day incl.from age 20from 249 € per dayFinal price incl. VAT
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About Cologne
- Population
- 1,024,621
- State/canton
- North Rhine-Westphalia
- Country
- Germany
- Postcodes
- 50662, 50667, 50668, 50670, 50672, 50674 …
- Nearest airport
- Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN), 14 km
- Vehicles within 30 km
- 27
- Price range per day
- €47 €550 per day
- Nearest offer
- 2 km away
Cologne is a city in North Rhine-Westphalia in Germany with around 1,024,621 inhabitants.
Neighbouring places include Hürth, Gremberghoven, Frechen and Leverkusen.
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A rental car in and around Cologne gives you freedom for day trips, moving house, appointments in the region or simply a special drive.
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Prices: Car rental for families in Cologne
| Rental period | from | Average |
|---|---|---|
| 1 day | 47 € | 246 € |
| Weekend | 249 € | 620 € |
| 1 week | 449 € | 1,268 € |
| 1 month | 1,299 € | 4,515 € |
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: Car rental for families in Cologne
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Support & help›Where is Cologne?
Cologne is located in North Rhine-Westphalia in Germany. Neighbouring places are Hürth, Gremberghoven, Frechen and Leverkusen.
How much does it cost in Cologne?
Within 50 km there are currently 40 matching vehicles, from €47 a day.
Can I pick up the car at the airport?
The nearest airport is Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN), about 14 km away. Many rental companies offer delivery, see each vehicle.
Can the car be delivered in Cologne?
Many rental companies offer delivery and collection. Filter by “delivery” in the search; price and radius are shown on the vehicle.
How much does a family car cost in Cologne?
On Rentlo, family-friendly rental cars around Cologne currently start at €47 a day. Larger vehicles such as MPVs or 7-seaters usually cost more than an estate car. The final price also depends on the rental period, included mileage and extras such as child seats or additional drivers.
Can I get a child seat from the rental company?
That depends on the rental company. Some offer baby seats, child seats or booster seats for a fee, others don't. Mention your child's age, height and weight in your request, or bring your own approved seat.
Which car is best for a family with three children?
If three child seats need to fit, MPVs and 7-seaters are usually a better choice than a regular estate car. The children sit in separate seats and there's room to buckle up. Check the number of seats in the offer and ask the rental company which seats have Isofix.
How much luggage fits in a 7-seater?
With all seven seats in use, the boot is fairly small in many models. Fold down the third row and you get much more space. For holiday luggage with a full car, a roof box can help, and some rental companies offer cars with one.
Can both parents drive the rental car?
Yes, as long as both are registered as drivers and meet the rental company's requirements, such as minimum age and years of holding a licence. The second person is usually charged as an additional driver per day. If someone who isn't registered drives, insurance cover may not apply.
Can I take the rental car abroad on a family holiday?
Many rental companies allow trips to certain countries, often if agreed in advance and sometimes for a fee. Clarify this before booking and have it confirmed. Also remember vignettes, for example for Austria or Switzerland, and the child seat rules in your destination country.
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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 Cologne 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
Child seats: rules and the right size
In Germany, children under 12 who are shorter than 150 cm generally need a suitable child seat; Austria and Switzerland have similar but separate rules. Some rental companies provide child seats for a fee, others don't. Ask in advance about size and standard, such as i-Size, or bring your own seat. Check whether the car has Isofix, and switch off the passenger airbag if you fit a rear-facing baby seat in the front.
Which car suits your family?
For two children and holiday luggage, an estate car with a large boot is often enough. Three child seats side by side are a tight fit in many cars: an MPV or 7-seater is then the better choice. Sliding doors make getting in and out easier in tight parking spaces. Note: with all seven seats in use, there is usually little boot space left.
Planning long journeys
On longer trips, plan a break roughly every two hours: children need to move, and whoever is driving stays more alert. If both parents drive, registering an additional driver is worthwhile. Keep snacks, drinks and entertainment within reach, and check before you set off whether there are USB ports or tablet holders. For holiday trips abroad, ask the rental company in advance whether the journey is allowed.
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