Estimated prices range from ~100–150 PLN per day in economy class. Larger cars (SUVs, vans) start higher. Check current rates at mobicars.pl.
How Much Does It Cost to Rent a Car? The Complete Price Guide (2026)
Wondering how much you'll actually spend on car rental — for a weekend, a holiday, or maybe a whole year? The trouble is, some sites drown you in vague talk about "the comfort of having a car all to yourself," while others just dump raw prices on you with zero context. It's hard to get anything concrete out of that.
This guide does it differently. We'll show you real price ranges — from a single day to a full year — explain what actually determines the price, and, most importantly, what you're really paying for. No filler. ;)
If you just want a ballpark figure: economy-class car rental starts at roughly 100–150 PLN per day. But — and this matters — the price depends heavily on a few things: car class, rental length, season, and pickup location.
The longer you rent, the less you pay per day. That's the basic rule worth remembering.
Here's a rough summary (economy class):
| Rental period | Approx. price | Cost per day |
|---|---|---|
| 1 day | from ~100–150 PLN | ~100–150 PLN |
| 1 week | from ~600–900 PLN | ~90–130 PLN |
| 1 month | from ~1,800–2,800 PLN | ~60–95 PLN |
| 1 year (long-term) | subscription from approx. 3,270 PLN/month* | lowest daily cost |
All amounts are indicative — you'll find current rates on the MobiCars fleet page. *Estimate for economy class based on the daily rate for a 30+ day rental — we'll put together your exact subscription rate individually for your period and mileage package in the monthly car rental offer.
Before we get into specific periods, let's look at what really affects how much you'll pay.
This is factor number one. A small hatchback like the Toyota Yaris will always be cheaper than a spacious SUV or a 7-seat van. Electric cars are an interesting option too — the MG 4, for instance — which can be attractively priced for car rental, and save you money on "fuel" on top of that.
The higher the class and the bigger the car, the higher the starting price.
The longer you rent, the cheaper it gets per day. A one-day rental carries the highest daily rate, since the rental company has to cover handling, prep, and insurance costs within a short window. Over a week, a month, or a year, the daily rate drops — sometimes by as much as half.
At the peak of the season (summer holidays, long weekends), prices rise because demand is highest. Outside the season, you'll find better rates. Location matters too — we cover airport pickup in a separate section below.
Many rental companies add a surcharge for young drivers (typically under 25) or those with a short licence-holding history. It's a matter of risk. Worth checking the terms before you click "book."
Cheaper offers often come with a mileage limit — go over it, and you pay for every extra kilometre. Extended insurance (e.g. waiving the excess), on the other hand, raises the base price but gives you peace of mind. What matters more to you — a low price or full comfort — depends on your plans.
Renting by the day is the most expensive option per unit, but sometimes it's simply the most convenient.
| Car class | Approx. price per day |
|---|---|
| Economy (e.g. Toyota Yaris) | ~100–150 PLN |
| Compact / electric (e.g. MG 4) | ~130–200 PLN |
| SUV | ~180–280 PLN |
| 7-seater / van | ~250–400 PLN |
Daily car rental pays off when you need a car briefly: a one-off trip, a house move, a stand-in car for the day. Planning something longer? Check rental for days — over a few days, the price can work out better.
A week is where the discount kicks in. Instead of multiplying the daily rate by seven, the rental company offers a weekly package at a lower per-day price.
Rough example: if a day costs ~120 PLN, a week won't come to 840 PLN — it'll be roughly 600–900 PLN in economy class, which works out to about ~90–130 PLN per day.
A week-long rental is a classic choice for a holiday. You head to the mountains or the seaside, have a car for the whole stay, and the daily cost is lower than with a single-day rental.
Monthly car rental is a whole different league of savings. The daily rate drops significantly — to roughly ~60–95 PLN per day in economy class, which comes to about 1,800–2,800 PLN per month.
Who's this good for? People who:
A month is the threshold at which car rental starts competing with the cost of running your own car — no servicing, no insurance, no worrying about resale value.
With a year-long rental, we're talking about a long-term subscription. You pay a fixed monthly instalment, and the cost per day is the lowest it gets.
The advantage of a long term is that a subscription usually comes as a "turnkey package." Depending on the offer, that can include:
Check the exact scope in our monthly car rental offer. Specific monthly rates: roughly from approx. 3,270 PLN for economy class (based on the daily rate for a 30+ day rental) — we'll prepare an exact quote for your period and mileage package individually.
A quick comparison, to keep things clear:
| Aspect | Long-term rental | Leasing | Owning a car |
|---|---|---|---|
| Down payment | none / low | often required | full purchase cost |
| Servicing and insurance | usually in the instalment | on you | on you |
| Depreciation risk | none | partial | entirely yours |
| Flexibility | high | multi-year contract | full ownership |
Long-term car rental wins when a predictable cost and no servicing worries matter to you. Owning a car makes sense when you want to keep something for years and drive a lot.
These classes have a higher starting price, since they're bigger, more expensive-to-run vehicles.
| Vehicle type | Approx. price per day |
|---|---|
| 7-seat car | ~250–400 PLN |
| Cargo van | ~200–350 PLN |
A cargo van comes in handy for a house move or transporting bulkier items — often cheaper to rent for a day than booking a removals company. A 7-seater, meanwhile, is the pick for a trip with a bigger family or a group of friends. Both classes follow the same rule: longer rental = lower daily rate.
Picking up a car at the airport can be convenient — you step off the plane and you've got wheels right away. But it's a convenience you usually pay extra for.
Why more expensive? Rental companies operating on airport grounds carry extra costs (so-called airport and concession fees), which get passed on to the customer. The result: the same car class can cost more than at a city-centre location.
How do you avoid it? Check the city pickup option, or delivery to an address of your choice — sometimes the price difference more than makes up for the trip to the pickup point.
This is where competitors usually stop explaining things. And it's exactly these hidden costs that can inflate your final bill.
The rule is simple: read the terms before booking, not at the counter.
A few concrete moves that will genuinely lower your bill:
Now you know how much car rental really costs — from a single day to a full year — and what you're actually paying for. The best way to find the exact price for your dates and model is simply to check it.
Check car availability and prices at mobicars.pl — no deposit, clear terms, and cars for every need: from the economical Toyota Yaris to the electric MG 4. 🚗
