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How Much Does It Cost to Rent a Car in Medellín? Real 2026 Prices

May 10, 2026·7 min read·By Global Car Rental·All articles

One of the most common questions before visiting Medellín is how much it really costs to rent a car. The answer depends on several factors: vehicle category, rental days, pickup location, and any extras you need. In this guide we give you the real 2026 prices — no fine print.

Rates by vehicle category

CategoryPrice per dayExample vehicles
EconomyFrom $159,900 COP (~$38 USD)Renault Kwid, Kia Picanto, Suzuki Swift
Mid-RangeFrom $214,900 COP (~$51 USD)Chevrolet Onix, Hyundai HB20S, VW Voyage
PremiumFrom $399,900 COP (~$95 USD)Chevrolet Tracker, Chevrolet Blazer, VW Nivus
VIP / LuxuryFrom $429,900 COP (~$103 USD)Mercedes-Benz C200, BMW 340i, Toyota Fortuner

What's included in the rental price?

  • SOAT (mandatory accident insurance)
  • Basic vehicle damage coverage with deductible
  • Unlimited mileage on most plans
  • All taxes included — no hidden charges
  • 24/7 WhatsApp support during your rental

Additional costs to consider

ItemCost
Airport pickup MDE (daytime 6AM–6:59PM)$89,990 COP (~$21 USD)
Airport pickup MDE (night 7PM–11PM)$137,990 COP (~$33 USD)
Additional driverAsk when booking
Deductible waiverOptional — additional daily rate

If you rent for 10 days or more, airport pickup at José María Córdova (MDE) is completely free.

How much is the deposit?

The deposit works as a credit card pre-authorization — not an actual charge. The amount varies by category: for economy and mid-range vehicles it's $2,000,000 COP, and for premium and VIP it's $3,000,000 COP. It's released within 5 to 10 business days after returning the vehicle in good condition.

Tips to get the best price

  • Book in advance: best prices are available 3 to 7 days ahead
  • Rent for more days: daily rate drops for longer rentals
  • Choose the right category: an economy car covers 90% of needs in Medellín
  • Avoid peak season (December, Holy Week, Flower Festival) if you can be flexible
  • Pick up at our office instead of the airport to save the airport fee

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