Car rental from age 21 in Essen
Car rental from age 21 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.
- 68 vehicles within 50 km
- from 79 € per day
Available cars in Essen
Essen: 68 matching vehicles from 12 local rental companies within 50 km, from €69 to €499 a day. Most offers by type: Sports car (52), Premium car (48), Luxury car (39). 30 offer delivery. Minimum driver age starts at 18.
Gelsenkirchen · 5 km away
VW T-Roc
150 hp20265 seatsDelivery available250 km/day incl.from 89 € per dayFinal price incl. VAT
Gelsenkirchen · 5 km away
Jaguar E-PACE
299 hp20245 seatsDelivery available250 km/day incl.from 129 € per dayFinal price incl. VAT
Gelsenkirchen · 5 km away
Mercedes-Benz C 220d
204 hp20255 seatsDelivery available250 km/day incl.from 129 € per dayFinal price incl. VAT
Gelsenkirchen · 5 km away
VW T-Roc R
350 hp20265 seatsDelivery available250 km/day incl.from 149 € per dayFinal price incl. VAT
Gelsenkirchen · 5 km away
Mercedes-Benz EQE 300
20265 seatsDelivery available250 km/day incl.from 149 € 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
Gelsenkirchen · 5 km away
Audi Q8 50 TDI
286 hp20255 seatsDelivery available250 km/day incl.from 189 € per dayFinal price incl. VAT
Gelsenkirchen · 5 km away
Mercedes-Benz EQS 450+
20255 seatsDelivery available250 km/day incl.from 199 € per dayFinal price incl. VAT
Gelsenkirchen · 5 km away
Audi RS3 Sportback
400 hp20255 seatsDelivery available250 km/day incl.from 239 € per dayFinal price incl. VAT
Gelsenkirchen · 5 km away
Audi RS3 Sportback
400 hp20255 seatsDelivery available250 km/day incl.from 239 € 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
- 35
- Price range per day
- €69 €499 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 rental from age 21 in Essen
| Rental period | from | Average |
|---|---|---|
| 8 hours | 79 € | 114 € |
| 1 day | 69 € | 241 € |
| Weekend | 139 € | 474 € |
| 1 week | 139 € | 1,042 € |
| 1 month | 139 € | 3,550 € |
Prices from rental companies on Rentlo within 50 km, incl. VAT, as of 02.11.2026. 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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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 68 matching vehicles, from €69 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.
Can I rent a car at 21 in Essen?
Yes, around Essen there are cars that rental companies rent out from age 21. This page shows you exactly these offers. A minimum period of holding a licence usually applies as well.
How much does a rental car from age 21 cost?
Matching cars around Essen currently start at €69 a day. Depending on the rental company, a young driver surcharge or a protection package may be added. You'll see all costs before you send your request.
Can I rent a sports car at 21?
Occasionally, yes: some rental companies release sporty models from 21, often with a higher deposit and a longer licence duration. For high-performance sports cars, however, the minimum age is usually 23 or 25.
Do I have to pay a young driver surcharge under 25?
That depends on the rental company. Some charge a surcharge up to a certain age, others don't. Whether it applies and how much it is is stated in the terms of the offer.
How long do I need to have held my licence?
Rental companies often require one to three years of holding a licence, more for high-end cars. The exact requirement is shown with every car. The “Licence held since” filter narrows down your choice accordingly.
Does the minimum age also apply to additional drivers?
Yes, as a rule all drivers must meet the rental company's requirements. Additional drivers are usually charged per day and must be registered before the trip.
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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?
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Which cars can you rent from 21?
From 21, many rental companies offer you compact and mid-size cars, estates, people carriers and SUVs, occasionally sporty models too. Premium and sports cars often require 23 or 25. This page only shows cars with a minimum age of 21 or lower.
Young driver surcharge and excess
Some rental companies charge a surcharge per day or per rental up to a certain age, often 25. The excess may also be higher for young drivers. A protection package such as Smart or Sorglos reduces it. So compare the total price rather than just the daily rate.
Licence duration counts too
Besides your age, rental companies check how long you've held your driving licence. One to three years are often required, more for powerful cars. The “Licence held since” filter shows you straight away which offers are an option. Always bring your original licence to pick-up.
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