Car hires in Quito, Pichincha

The majority of car hire agencies in Quito offer free cancellation. momondo will always tell you whether or not rental car centres such as Europcar, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, and Alamo have a cancellation fee for travellers who have last-minute itinerary changes.

We recommend hiring an Economy car when visiting Quito during the month of March. While an Economy car doesn’t handle ice and snow very well, it is an ideal car for mild temperatures and rain. In March, Quito experiences temperatures averaging 15 °C and 170 mm of precipitation - ideal conditions for renting an Economy car. Hiring a Economy in Quito will cost you $49/day on average.

Travellers who hire a car in Quito should be aware that the city’s speed limit is 50 km/h. Suburban speed limits around Quito are generally 100 km/h, whereas speed limits on motorways are 100 km/h. Keep in mind that speeds may change depending on what road you’re travelling on, so be on the lookout for posted signage.

If you’re interested in hiring the Kia Sportage in Quito, then keddy by Europcar is the most popular car hire company in the city that offers this vehicle (as well as other similar SUV hire). Kia Sportage hire in Quito from keddy by Europcar is $88 per day on average.

Those looking for a hire car in Quito during the month of February should expect temperatures to be around 14 °C and should expect around 120 mm of precipitation. This information can be helpful when choosing which car you’d like to rent.

The climate in Pichincha during February is usually 14 °C with an expected 120 mm of precipitation throughout the month. Those looking to hire a car and leave from Quito on a road trip to the surrounding area should take note of this information.

Prices for cars in Quito are updated daily.

There are 50 operators available for cars in Quito as of February 2026.

Among different countries, including Quito, the minimum age for drivers varies. In numerous EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. To hire a car overseas, you'll generally need to be at least 21, and if you're under 25, a young driver surcharge may be imposed. It's recommended that you review the policy of the hire company you're considering before booking.

When hiring a car in Quito, all drivers must present a full valid driving license. An International Driving Permit is required if the driving license is written in a language different to that of the country of rental and may be necessary to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you are hiring abroad, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We always recommend checking with the individual hire company you are booking with.