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Cheap Car Rental Cluj-Napoca

Cheap car hire in Cluj-Napoca (Romania) from local rental companies, with hotel delivery and full insurance options.

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Car Rental Cluj-Napoca

Cluj-Napoca is Transylvania's largest city and a lively university town. With a car you can visit the vast Turda Salt Mine and Turda Gorge, the caves and plateaus of the Apuseni mountains, the medieval citadel of Sighișoara, and the wooden churches and villages of Maramureș in the north. Cluj is also a good start for the Transalpina and Transfăgărășan roads in summer.

Why rent a car in Cluj-Napoca

  • Turda Salt Mine and Turda Gorge.
  • Apuseni mountains and caves.
  • Maramureș wooden churches.
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Car rental in Cluj-Napoca: quick facts

Updated October 2026.

Price
About €17–€32 per day (estimate based on Bulgaria).
Cheapest months
January and February.
Most expensive
July and August (book early).
Nearest airport
Cluj-Napoca Airport (CLJ).
Deposit & card
Low-deposit and debit-card options from local companies (use the search filters).
Booking
Pay 15–20% online, the rest at pick-up. Free cancellation on many offers.
Driver age
Usually 21+ with 1 year of driving experience; some companies ask 23–25.
Driving
Drive on the right.
Currency
Romanian leu (RON)

What's the price of car hire in Romania?

Estimate based on average prices in nearby Bulgaria. Search your dates for exact prices.

€17est. in Jan
€23estimated yearly average
€32est. in Aug
  • Mini & economy€13–€30
  • Compact & SUV€18–€51
  • 7-seaters & 4x4€31–€64
  • Premiumfrom €44

Tip: in low season, the cheapest 7-day deals from local companies are often far below the monthly average. Search your dates to see them.

Cheap car rental tips

  • Book 7 days or more: the daily price drops a lot on longer rentals
  • Travel in January or February, the cheapest months
  • Book early for July and August
  • Compare airport and town pick-up, and filter for no deposit

Rental prices for popular cars in Romania by season

Approximate price per day.

CarSeatsBagsLow seasonHigh season
Fiat PandaMini41€13€24
Hyundai i10Mini41€13€24
Toyota YarisEconomy52€15€29
Peugeot 208Economy52€16€30
Volkswagen PoloCompact52€18€34
Dacia DusterSUV53€24€45
Nissan QashqaiSUV53€27€51
Suzuki Jimny4x441€31€58
Citroën Berlingo7-seater73€34€64
Fiat 500CConvertible41€29€54
BMW 3 SeriesPremium53€44€83

Estimated by car class from the estimated monthly averages for Romania (based on Bulgaria), with low season = Jan and high season = Aug. Your price depends on dates, rental length and availability. See live prices.

Car rental prices in Romania by month

Estimated average price per day, all car classes.

Estimate: The lowest average rates in Romania are in January at about €17 per day, around 47% below August (€32), the most expensive month. The busiest period is July and August, at €30–€32 per day. May, June and September sit in between, at about €23–€27. The cheapest months to travel are January and February.

Average for all of Romania.

Monthly prices as a table
MonthEstimated price per day
January€17
February€18
March€19
April€22
May€23
June€27
July€30
August€32
September€26
October€22
November€20
December€19
Check prices for your dates

Best time to rent a car in Cluj-Napoca

Car rental demand in Romania by month (share of cars booked).

Demand is highest in May, August and September. Book these months early, as no-deposit and automatic cars sell out first. The quietest months are January and March, when cars are easiest to find and cheapest.

Choose your car in Cluj-Napoca

Every class from local companies. Tap a type to see live prices.

Best Car Rental Prices in Cluj-Napoca

Fiat 500 Mini car

  • Manual
  • 4
  • 1
  • 3
Fiat 500 rental car
Live prices
View deal
  • Airport pick-up
  • Unlimited mileage
  • Pay 15–20% now
  • Low deposit
  • Debit card

Citroën C3 Economy car

  • Manual
  • 5
  • 2
  • 5
Citroën C3 rental car
Live prices
View deal
  • Hotel delivery
  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation
  • Low deposit
  • Additional driver

Toyota RAV4 SUV

  • Automatic
  • 5
  • 3
  • 5
Toyota RAV4 rental car
Live prices
View deal
  • Meet & greet
  • Unlimited mileage
  • Debit card
  • Full insurance
  • Child seats

* The prices shown in this section are for reference only and are not a binding offer. They are based on average prices of local rental companies in the cheapest month. Final prices depend on your dates, rental length, pick-up point, extras and availability. Features vary by company: use the filters in the search above.

Renting a car in Cluj-Napoca

Transylvania's main city, close to Turda Salt Mine and the Apuseni mountains.

  • Hotel delivery: many companies bring the car to your hotel or apartment.
  • Office pick-up in town, or one-way drop-off where allowed.
  • Airport: pick up at Cluj-Napoca Airport on arrival — see airport rental.

No deposit, no credit card, full insurance

Car Rental Cluj-Napoca No Deposit

  • Nothing blocked on your card
  • More budget for the trip
  • Quicker return
  • Low-deposit cars when zero isn't available

Car Rental Cluj-Napoca No Credit Card

  • Pay with a debit card or cash
  • No credit card authorisation
  • Payment methods shown on each car
  • No hidden fees

Full Insurance in Cluj-Napoca

  • TPL and CDW on most cars
  • Full coverage with zero excess
  • Cover shown before you pay
  • No surprises at the desk

Tip: no-deposit and no-credit-card cars are in high demand. If none show for your dates, use the “Low deposit” filter or choose “Debit card” as the payment method.

Driving in Romania

Traffic side

Drive on the right.

Currency

Romanian leu (RON)

Nearby pick-up locations

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Car Rental Cluj-Napoca: FAQ

How do I rent a car in Cluj-Napoca?

Enter your pick-up place and dates in the search on this page and compare cars from local rental companies. Use the filters for deposit, payment method, insurance and gearbox, then book with a 15–20% advance online. Your voucher arrives by email straight away, and you pay the rest at pick-up.

Where can I pick up a car in Cluj-Napoca?

At the company's office in town, with delivery to your hotel or apartment, or at Cluj-Napoca Airport (CLJ). Enter your address as the pick-up location to see who delivers.

How much does car rental cost in Cluj-Napoca?

Average prices in Cluj-Napoca are not published yet. Based on nearby Bulgaria, expect roughly €17 per day in January to €32 in August. Exact prices for your dates are shown live in the search.

Can I rent a car in Cluj-Napoca with no deposit?

Some companies offer no deposit or a low deposit. Use the “No deposit” or “Low deposit” filter to see them.

Can I rent a car in Cluj-Napoca without a credit card?

Some companies accept a debit card or cash. Check the payment methods listed on each car before you book.

Are automatic cars available in Cluj-Napoca?

Yes. Filter the results by gearbox. Automatics are fewer and sell out first in high season, so book early.

What documents do I need to rent a car in Cluj-Napoca?

Your passport or ID, a driving licence held for at least one year (often two), and the booking voucher. Some licences also need an International Driving Permit; the requirements for your rental are shown in the booking terms.

What is the minimum age to rent a car in Romania?

Usually 21 with at least one year of driving experience. Many companies ask for 23–25, and some add a young-driver fee.

Is full insurance available?

Most cars include third-party liability and CDW. Many companies offer full coverage with zero or reduced excess; the cover and excess are shown on each car before you book.

Can I return the car somewhere else?

Yes, where the company allows one-way rental. Choose a different drop-off location in the search to see those offers.

When is the best time to rent a car in Romania?

Demand is highest in May, August and September, so book early for those months. January and March are the quietest months, with the widest choice.

What should I know about driving in Romania?

Traffic drives on the right. Follow local speed limits and always carry your licence, ID and rental documents.

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