The Economy category is the perfect choice for short drives for up to four people. With the boot capacity to fit up to two medium-size suitcases and a small hand luggage, Economy cars are an interesting car hire option, often chosen by students, young couples or small families. The additional advantage of the Economy category is the low fuel consumption combined with well-powered engines.
With over 24,000 worldwide destinations, Auto Europe has developed a vast network of car rental pick-up locations. Our services include assistance with the booking and help during and after the rental. Auto Europe is your best choice for car hire, and you can reach our rental specialists seven days a week on +49 89 412 09 786.
What does Economy cars stand for?The Economy category includes models such as the VW Polo, Ford Fiesta, or Vauxhall Corsa. These vehicles are characterised by their compact size, economical fuel consumption, safety and low rental costs. These cars allow you to travel safely and save on petrol.
The first Economy car was introduced to public by Henry Ford in 1908 when the production of the famous Ford Model T began. It was the first car that middle-class people could afford. Today, the economy category is represented by the Peugeot 208, Skoda Fabia or Toyota Yaris, which are all available to rent in multiple car hire locations, such as Faro, Alicante, or Pisa.
The strongest point of the Economy category is that these vehicles are super economical in fuel consumption, allowing you to save on petrol costs. Another aspect that speaks for the Economy category is their compact size; these cars are easy to manoeuvre on narrow streets and are great for parking. The disadvantage is the boot space, as they do not fit many pieces of luggage.
To stay within your budget, hire the Economy category from Auto Europe! Our great deals for Economy car rental are available in multiple destinations across the world.
Save on fuel and enjoy your holidays! Should you need extra room for your luggage, look for estate Economy cars on our booking engine.
Visit our home page and make a search for Economy car hire category to find a suitable rental option. Fill in your rental dates and check what deals are available. Should you need additional assistance, contact Auto Europe's rental specialists on +49 89 412 09 786 who will be happy to help you choose and book your rental car.
Below you'll find a selection of some of the most popular economy car hire models in our fleet.
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Audi A1 | Chevrolet Aveo | Citroen C3 |
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Fiat Punto | Ford Fiesta | Hyundai i20 |
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Mitsubishi Mirage | Nissan Micra | Opel Corsa |
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Renault Clio | Seat Ibiza | Volkswagen Polo |
Mini | Compact | Mid-Size |
Family | SUV | Van |
Luxury | Convertible |