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The cheapest useful rental is the one with the real total clear
Small manual cars start from €20/day, but the best-value comparison includes dates, transmission, insurance, mileage, driver extras and pickup/return logistics — not only the lowest headline daily number.
Who this option is useful for
A good-value rental should make the included cover, mileage, deposit policy, extras and any location fee clear before you compare the final total.
Small manual from €20
The lowest starting tier for simple city and island use, subject to date availability.
Basic insurance (CDW) included
The starting rate already includes basic CDW.
Unlimited kilometres
Included, so normal trip mileage is not priced per kilometre.
Free extras
Second driver and baby seat can be included free, subject to eligibility/availability.
Starting rates are a comparison tool, not a fixed annual tariff
A starting rate helps show the relative position of each vehicle type. It does not mean every August date, automatic car or one-way itinerary will be available at the lowest published starting number.
The exact quote reflects the travel dates, duration, car type, transmission and availability at that time.
What “cheap” should include
A meaningful low-cost comparison should include the insurance baseline, mileage, additional-driver cost, child-seat cost, deposit policy and any location or one-way fees.
On this site, CDW and unlimited kilometres are included, no rental security deposit is blocked, and a second driver and baby seat can be requested without an extra daily charge.
When a slightly larger car is better value
Choosing the lowest-priced mini can be false economy if four travellers cannot fit their luggage comfortably. Bags, strollers and child seats consume real space even when the seat count looks sufficient.
The luggage guide is therefore a better companion to the price ladder than selecting purely by the daily rate.
How to reduce the total without compromising the trip
If Chania Old Town is the first part of the holiday, consider whether the car is needed immediately or whether hotel/city delivery later would reduce unused rental days. Manual transmission is usually another lower-cost route when automatic is not essential.
For open-jaw flights, a one-way return can cost more than same-location return but may save a separate transfer and hours of backtracking. Compare the entire itinerary, not only the rental line item.
What changes the final quote
The published starting rates help compare vehicle types, but the confirmed total depends on the exact dates, rental duration, vehicle type and transmission, availability, insurance choice, pickup/return locations and any special delivery or one-way logistics.
Basic insurance (CDW) is included. Optional full insurance (FDW) is +€12 per rental day and reduces the excess to zero for covered damage, subject to exclusions. No credit card is required and no rental security deposit is blocked. Any applicable delivery or one-way fee is confirmed with the quote.
For the most accurate quote, send:
- Pickup and return dates plus the real handover times.
- Exact pickup and return locations, including airport, port or accommodation name where relevant.
- The car type and transmission you need.
- Driver age and any second-driver requirement.
- CDW or optional FDW preference.
- Passenger count, large luggage count and any child-seat need.
- Flight or ferry information when it affects the handover.
Want a date-specific answer?
The public quote form does not require an account, card number or online payment.
Frequently asked questions
What is the lowest published starting rate?
Small manual cars currently start from €20/day, subject to dates and availability.
Is CDW included in the starting rate?
Yes. Basic CDW is included.
Are unlimited kilometres included?
Yes. Unlimited kilometres are included under the rental terms.
Is a second driver extra?
A second driver can be included free, subject to driver eligibility.
Is a baby seat extra?
A baby seat can be requested free, subject to availability.
Are automatic cars more expensive?
Automatic types have higher starting rates and different availability than comparable manual types.
Will August cost the same as the starting rate?
Not necessarily. The exact price depends on dates, duration and availability.
Does a one-way return change the price?
It can. Any applicable route fee is confirmed in the quote.
How can I compare two rental quotes fairly?
Compare the final total and included terms: vehicle, insurance, mileage, deposit, extras and location charges.
What if the smallest car is not enough for my luggage?
Choose based on passengers plus luggage rather than seat count alone; use the luggage guide or include bag count in the quote.