Advice and tips about renting a car in Sweden
Here we have put together some tips on what to consider when looking for a rental car in Sweden and regions/states such as Stockholm, Västra Götaland, Skåne, Östergötland, Uppsala, Jönköping, Halland, Örebro, Gävleborg and Dalarna.
Is free mileage / free miles included?
Check that free mileage is included in the rent. If free mileage is not included, check that the number of kilometers in the contract is sufficient. All major companies have unlimited mileage, but less expensive companies may have a maximum mileage per day.
Do a quick inspection upon pickup
Inspect and examine the rental car when you pick it up. Check that all damages, scratches and dents are included in the condition report. Check how big the deductible is! What often differentiates between smaller, cheaper companies in Sweden and larger global companies is the amount of the deductible. Also read the conditions carefully when it comes to how the car is to be returned. Smaller local companies may have an administrative fee if the car is to be returned with an empty tank. Any fee is stated in our terms and conditions when you apply.
Refuel the car before returning it
Different companies have different fuel conditions. If the car is to be refueled before return, do so to avoid extra fees from the rental car company. Some smaller companies have an administrative fee for refueling the car if it is to be left empty, which is stated in the conditions but not always in the total price. Look extra carefully at the refueling regulations! If the company has 'Pick up full, drop off empty' then there may be an administrative fee for refueling. Any fee is stated during the booking. It is often the cheaper companies that have 'Pick up full, drop off empty'.
Book as early as possible
Book as early as possible, it will usually be more expensive if you wait. In large cities such as Stockholm, Gothenburg, Malmo, Uppsala, Sollentuna, Södermalm, Västerås, Örebro, Linköping and Helsingborg, prices often rise the later you book. It can also be difficult to find cars at major airports such as Stockholm-Arlanda Airport, Stockholm-Bromma Airport, Skavsta Airport, Gothenburg-Landvetter Airport, Malmö-Sturup Airport, Örebro Airport, Västerås Airport, Linköping-Saab Airport, Ängelholm-Helsingborg Airport and Jönköpings Airport, if you wait too long.
Compare prices from several companies and book the rental car on the Internet
Searching and booking car rental on the Internet becomes cheaper and it is easier and takes less time. Compare many companies and sites to find the best price. Autoprio.com compares several companies at the same time in a single search via Cartrawler. We do not own any cars but only compare prices from different companies such as e.g. Avis, Hertz, Europcar, Budget, Sixt, Thrifty, National, Enterprise, Alamo and Keddy By Europcar, etc.
Are there several of you who will drive the car? Where are you going?
Extra driver? If more than one person is driving the car, this must be stated at the time of booking or at the company upon arrival. Remember that there may be restrictions on driving the car to other countries and taking the car from or to islands such as Hisingen, Gotland, Värmdö, Öland, Hammarön, Orust, Tjörn, Frösön and Härnön.
Review the contract & terms carefully
Review and read the rental conditions before booking the rental car. Autoprio.com offers rental cars from several different rental car companies and the conditions differ between the different companies. Smaller companies may have administrative fees to be paid on site that relate to refueling after return. Any fees are stated during the booking. Review and read the contract when you pick up your rental car. Autoprio.com offers cheap rental cars from several different rental car companies in Sweden and the contract differs between the different companies. If there is something you do not understand in the contract, ask someone from the company on site or contact us directly.
Frequently asked questions about car rental & renting a car in Sweden
How old do you have to be to rent a car in Sweden?
Most car hire companies have a minimum age limit of 21 years for rentals. However, requirements may vary depending on the car rental company and destination country. Please note that there may be additional charges if the main driver is under 25 or over 75 years old to cover the extra insurance cost. Any additional fee will be mentioned at the time of booking under summary of charges before you confirm the reservation at Autoprio.com.
Are there extra charges for drop-off at a different location in Sweden?
Yes, in most cases the car rental agents like Budget, Hertz, Sixt, Europcar and Avis will charge an extra fee if you wish to return the vehicle at a different location in Sweden. We will clearly state whether the one-way fee is included in the rental price or what additional cost may arise at the time of booking at Autoprio.com.
How much do you charge for excess in Sweden?
The excess amount depends on the car hire company and the rented vehicle and it will be refunded within 10-28 days after the rental if there has been no damage. Cartrawler offer damage refund insurance in association with Autoprio.com insurance partners, which will allow you to claim for reimbursement in the event that you have been charged for collision damage or theft. This damage refund insurance can be purchased at the time of booking.
What are the most popular car rental locations in Sweden?
Based on searches on autoprio.com, the most popular cities to rent a car in Sweden are Lund, Uppsala, Norrköping, Södermalm, Umeå, Örebro, Västerås, Helsingborg, Huddinge, Stockholm, Sollentuna, Gothenburg, Malmo, Linköping and Jönköping. The most popular airports are Örebro Airport, Skavsta Airport, Stockholm-Bromma Airport, Gothenburg-Landvetter Airport, Stockholm-Arlanda Airport and Malmö-Sturup Airport.
How much does it cost to rent a cargo van in Sweden?
How much it costs to rent a van, moving truck or small truck in Sweden depends on the time of year and the range of models in different cities and airports. In Sweden you can find a smaller truck or van from about SEK 1100 / day, medium truck from about SEK 1430 / day, large van from about SEK 1650 / day.
Do I need an international driver’s licence in Sweden?
If your licence is not printed in the Roman alphabet (i.e. Arabic, Greek, Russian or Chinese) you will need to bring an international driving licence and your domestic licence in Sweden. If you are renting abroad (outside your country of residence, or outside where your license was issued), an international drivers licence is usually required regardless of the alphabet. International driver’s licences must be accompanied by the original domestic licence of the driver.
How can I find car rentals near me in Sweden?
Do a search for the city, island or airport closest to you in Sweden. A search for country or e.g. island in Sweden lists the largest airports like Ängelholm-Helsingborg Airport, Västerås Airport, Skavsta Airport, Örebro Airport, Jönköpings Airport, Linköping-Saab Airport, Stockholm-Bromma Airport, Gothenburg-Landvetter Airport, Malmö-Sturup Airport and Stockholm-Arlanda Airport. Then take a look at our map of cheap car hire companies to find the best rental cars near you.
How much does it cost to rent a car for a week in Sweden?
On average, a normal-sized rental car in Sweden costs approx. SEK 3920 per week (SEK 560 per day). A smaller rental car costs approx. SEK 1820 per week. Best prices can be found in major cities such as Linköping, Västerås, Malmo, Södermalm, Helsingborg, Örebro, Gothenburg, Uppsala, Sollentuna and Stockholm. The price for the rental car shown is based on a weekly all inclusive rental for 7 days. The offer can be changed or removed at short notice by the various rental companies. Do a search with Autoprio.com and easily see all current prices for rental cars right now.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Sweden?
Renting a small car in Sweden costs from about SEK 260 per day and up, depending on the season and supply (2024). Renting a normal-sized car costs from about SEK 560 / day. Larger cars, luxury cars, vans and moving cars cost more. How much it costs to rent a car depends on the time of year, range of cars, country and what type of car you plan to rent. Sometimes you can find a cheaper rental car depending on the season. In the majority of cases the rental price includes collision damage waiver, unlimited mileage, airport fee, tax, breakdown assistance and third party liability protection. Please note that the costs included may vary depending on the car rental company and destination country. The car hire company may also choose to ask you for a deposit or excess at the rental desk. Make sure to check the rental conditions at the time of booking. The price for the rental car shown is per day and is based on a weekly all inclusive rental for 7 days. The offer can be changed or removed at short notice by the various rental companies.
What is the best rental car company in Sweden?
Based on ratings and reviews on autoprio.com, the best car rental companies in Sweden are Budget, National, Thrifty, Hertz, Avis, Sixt and Europcar. You can find these car hire companies in cities like Linköping, Västerås, Malmo, Södermalm, Helsingborg, Örebro, Gothenburg, Uppsala, Sollentuna and Stockholm.
How much does it cost to rent a minibus in Sweden?
How much it costs to rent a 9-seater minibus in Sweden depends on the time of year, the supply of buses in different cities such as Södermalm, Stockholm, Örebro, Sollentuna, Malmo, Linköping, Uppsala, Västerås and Gothenburg etc. In Sweden you can find a 9-seater minibus from about SEK 800 / day. Do a search with Autoprio.com and easily see all current prices for minibuses right now. The price for the minibus shown is per day and is based on a weekly rental for 7 days. The offer can be changed or removed at short notice by the various rental companies.
Are there any cross-border charges if you want to leave Sweden?
The car rental agents like Budget, National, Thrifty, Hertz, Avis, Sixt and Europcar may choose to charge you for cross-border travel. Any fees will need to be paid at the rental desk in Sweden in local currency. We will state whether cross-border travel is allowed and in which countries at the time of booking under rental conditions at Autoprio.com.
Can I book without a credit card in Sweden?
Yes. You can make a booking without a credit card with Autoprio.com in Sweden. Note that, even if you choose to pay by debit card, you will have to provide a valid credit card in the driver’s name at the time of pick-up since the rental agent requires a credit card from which to take the rental deposit. Credit cards accepted for pick-up are MasterCard, Visa, and in some cases American Express.
Which costs are included in the rental price in Sweden?
In the majority of cases the rental price includes collision damage waiver, unlimited mileage, airport fee, tax, breakdown assistance and third party liability protection. Please note that the costs included may vary depending on the car rental company and destination. The car hire company may also choose to ask you for a deposit or excess at the rental desk in Sweden. Make sure to check the rental conditions at the time of booking at Autoprio.com.
How much does it cost to rent a car long term for a month in Sweden?
On average, a normal-sized rental car in Sweden costs approx. SEK 15680 per month (SEK 560 per day). A smaller rental car costs approx. SEK 7280 per month. The best prices can be found in the largest cities such as Linköping, Västerås, Malmo, Södermalm, Helsingborg, Örebro, Gothenburg, Uppsala, Sollentuna and Stockholm. The price for the rental car shown is based on a monthly all inclusive rent for 28 days. The offer can be changed or at short notice completely removed by the various car rental companies. Larger cars, luxury cars, vans and moving cars cost more.
What is the cheapest car rental company in Sweden?
In the past 14 days, the cheapest rental cars were found on Autoprio.com at MABI, National, Thrifty, Enterprise, Green Motion, Keddy By Europcar, addCar and Alamo in cities like Linköping, Västerås, Malmo, Södermalm, Helsingborg, Örebro, Gothenburg, Uppsala, Sollentuna and Stockholm, etc and at airports like Örebro Airport, Skavsta Airport, Stockholm-Bromma Airport, Gothenburg-Landvetter Airport, Stockholm-Arlanda Airport and Malmö-Sturup Airport, etc. In the larger cities you can find a rental car for SEK 260 - 560 per day.
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Here you can compare rental cars and hiring of vehicles from several companies in cities in Sweden. Look for and find the best prices on car rental. Search for and book directly in cities such as, Stockholm, Gothenburg, Malmo, Uppsala, Sollentuna, Södermalm, Västerås, Örebro, Linköping, Helsingborg, Jönköping, Norrköping, Huddinge. We list prices from companies that are safe and quality assured so that there will not be any problems when you want to pick up your car.
Info about Sweden
Sweden (Kingdom of Sweden) has approximately 9,829,000 inhabitants and is located in Europe. Total surface/area 449,964 km² / 173,732 mi². Sweden is the 87th largest country when it comes to inhabitants and the 57th largest regarding the surface in the world. The 17th largest country when it comes to inhabitants and the 5th largest regarding the surface in Europe. The largest regions/states/counties are Stockholm, Västra Götaland, Skåne, Östergötland, Uppsala, Jönköping, Halland, Örebro, Gävleborg, Dalarna, Södermanland, Värmland, Västerbotten, Västmanland, Norrbotten, Västernorrland, Kalmar, Kronoberg, Blekinge, Jämtland and Gotland from a total of 21. Alternative names are Svezia, Schweden, Suède, Konungariket Sverige, Ruotsi, Sverige, Kingdom of Sweden. The capital is Stockholm where about 1,515,000 people live. Websites mostly have the top domain .se. Krona (SEK) is the currency used to make payments within the country. Norway, Finland are countries with close borders. Is it included in the price to cross national borders? Usually not, the car rental company may charge a fee to cross national borders to Norway, Finland. All additional costs are paid directly at the rental desk in the local currency, Krona (SEK). It is stated in the rental terms and during the booking whether it is allowed to cross national borders and to which countries. The top five highest mountains are Sarektjåkkå (2089 m / 6,854 ft), Kaskasatjåkko (2076 m / 6,811 ft), Kaskasapakte (2043 m / 6,703 ft), Akka (2016 m / 6,614 ft) and Pyramiden (1900 m / 6,234 ft). Weather and maps of cities, the country etc. in Sweden. Get suggestions on experiences, attractions, museums and destinations that could be worth a visit during your trip to the country. The five largest communities are Stockholm (c. 1515000 pop), Gothenburg (c. 572800 pop), Malmo (c. 301700 pop), Uppsala (c. 149200 pop), Sollentuna (c. 139600 pop). To make a call to the country, use the country code +46. Common languages are e.g. Swedish, Northern Sami, Southern Sami, Finnish.
Activities & tourist attractions in Sweden
Looking for experiences and activities for the whole family? Water parks, amusement parks or theme parks you can go to are for example Furuviksparken, Leos Lekland, Paradiset, Liseberg, Western Farm, Gustavsvik Lost City, Gröna Lund, UmeLagun, Örnsköldsviks Minigolf, Skara Sommarland, Gokart Öland, Leo’s Lekland, Djupadalsbadet, Källa Crosscart, Sunne Vattenland, Halmstad Äventyrsland, Busfabriken and Junibacken. Visiting an animal park with the family? Kolmården Zoo, Borås Zoo, Skansen, Ölands Djur & Nöjespark, Orsa björnpark, 4H Gården – Minifarm, Lycksele Djurpark, Holmsunds Tropikhus and Kolmårdens Tropicarium are tropicarium, tropical house, animal parks, aquarium, zoos and terrarium.
Cheap car rental with unlimited mileage in Sweden
There are many different models and sizes of cars to choose from. Fleet list in Sweden: Moped, Premium cars (Premium), Electric cars, Compact cars (Compact), Economy cars (Economy), Intermediate, Exotic cars (Exotic), Small-medium truck-lorry (Small-medium truck), Estate, 9 seater minivan / Minibus (9 seat minivan), Minivan, Fullsize elite, Mini elite, Cargo van, Special cars (Special), Standard cars (Standard), Compact elite, SUV / Jeep (SUV), Hybrid cars, 7 seater minivan (7 seat minivan), 5 seater minivan (5 seat minivan), Luxury cars (Luxury), Luxury elite, Small SUV, Fullsize cars (Fullsize), Mini cars (Mini), Medium SUV, Convertible, Economy elite, Large truck-lorry (Large truck), Intermediate elite. Big cities and popular destinations have more car types to choose from. If you want to rent a luxury car then search at the major airports and the most popular destinations in the major regions such as Stockholm, Västra Götaland, Skåne, Östergötland, Uppsala, Jönköping, Halland, Örebro, Gävleborg, Dalarna, Södermanland, Värmland, Västerbotten, Västmanland, Norrbotten, Västernorrland, Kalmar, Kronoberg, Blekinge, Jämtland and Gotland etc. It can also be harder to find and book special cars during peak season, if you do not search well in advance, before you need your rental car.
Cars you can rent in Sweden are e.g. Premium cars: e.g. Lexus GS Hybrid, Mercedes SLK 350, Mercedes E Class, Mercedes CLS, Special cars, etc. Minivan: e.g. Mercedes Viano, Mercedes V Class, Fullsize elite, Electric cars, etc. Standard cars: e.g. BMW 3 Series Hybrid, Audi A4, Volkswagen Passat, etc. Economy cars: e.g. Toyota Yaris, Fiat Panda, Opel Corsa, Volkswagen Polo, etc. Cargo van: e.g. Iveco Daily Cargo Van (12m3), Renault Trafic Cargo Van (5m3), Fiat Fiorino Cargo Van, Small-medium truck-lorry, Hybrid cars, etc. Fullsize cars: e.g. BMW 3 Series, etc. Compact cars: e.g. Citroen C4 Cactus, Toyota Auris Hybrid, Audi A3, Small SUV, etc. 9 seater minivan / Minibus: e.g. Mercedes Vito Traveliner, Ford Tourneo, etc. Intermediate elite: e.g. Tesla Model X, BMW 2 Series Active Tourer, etc. Estate: e.g. Jaguar XF Sportbrake, Volvo V70 Estate, Mercedes C Class Estate, etc. SUV / Jeep: e.g. BMW X3, Range Rover Evoque, Nissan Juke, Luxury elite, etc. Mini cars: e.g. Toyota Aygo, Citroen C1, Mini Clubman, Economy elite, Moped, Large truck-lorry, etc. Convertible: e.g. BMW 4 Series Convertible, Mini Convertible, Mercedes SL, Exotic cars, etc. 7 seater minivan: e.g. Renault Espace, Mercedes Viano, Volkswagen Touran, Ford Galaxy, Mini elite, Medium SUV, etc. Luxury cars: e.g. Range Rover Evoque, Jaguar XF, Porsche Cayenne, Porsche Cayman, etc. 5 seater minivan: e.g. Renault Scenic, etc. Intermediate: e.g. Skoda Octavia, Toyota Prius Hybrid, Toyota Avensis, Compact elite, etc. However, in smaller cities and on islands like Hisingen, Gotland, Värmdö, Öland, Hammarön, Orust, Tjörn, Frösön, Härnön, Gåshällan, Tarv, Nygrundet, Revet, Karthällan, Storgrundet, Antrevet, Diskgrundet, Bredögern, Öster-Hällskäret, Hästskäret, Stora Hällskär, Lilla Hällskär, Klippan, Vitögern, Nör-Tärnögern, Sör-Tärnögern, Sävar-Tärnögern, Långrevskäret, Stor-Kas, Stor-Sandskär, Lill-Sandskär, Flisbergsgrundet, Tuvan, Rovögern, Buten, Storklyvan, Lillklyvan, Lill-Halörsgrundet, Stor-Halörsgrundet, Malgrundkallen, Ålgrundet and Tärnögern etc, the range is smaller.
Parking regulations and traffic regulations
As in all countries on earth the number of traffic rules in Sweden can be endless, but it does not impose any problems renting and driving a car. In larger cities such as Stockholm, Gothenburg, Malmo, Uppsala, Sollentuna, Södermalm, Västerås, Örebro, Linköping, Helsingborg, Jönköping, Norrköping, Huddinge, it is sometimes difficult to drive a car. At rush hour, there can be a lot of traffic and it can be difficult to find parking. Learn the most important traffic and parking regulations to ensure a safe trip and that you abide the law.
Tips on how to find a rental car in Sweden
If you already have decided to rent a car in Sweden before you leave and want to part as little as possible, you ought to book a car before you leave. First of all, you should try booking your car online. It is often the cheapest, easiest way to look for and compare, and it saves you time. If your car is supposed to be collected at an airport such as Stockholm Arlanda Airport, Stockholm Bromma Airport, Stockholm Skavsta Nyköping Oxelösunds Airport, Gothenburg Landvetter Airport, Malmö Sturup Airport, Örebro Airport, Stockholm Västerås Hässlö Airport, Linköping City Saab Airport and Ängelholm Helsingborg Airport, you should book before you leave. One search shows many options. When you are looking for a rental car in Sweden, autoprio.com compares, for example, these companies: Sixt, National, Alamo, Budget, Hertz, Enterprise, Keddy By Europcar, Thrifty, Green Motion, addCar, Europcar, MABI, Avis.
Destinations in Sweden
Compare car rental and find cheap hire cars in regions such as: Cheap Car Hire Stockholm, Cheap Van Rental Västra Götaland, Rental Cars Skåne, Östergötland, Uppsala, Jönköping, Halland, Örebro, Gävleborg, Dalarna, Södermanland, Värmland, Västerbotten, Västmanland and Norrbotten. Find the best hire cars and the cheapest car rental in towns such as: Rental Cars Stockholm, Rental Cars Gothenburg, Cheap car rental Malmo, Uppsala, Sollentuna, Södermalm, Västerås, Örebro, Linköping, Helsingborg, Jönköping, Norrköping, Huddinge, Lund, Umeå, Haninge, Gävle, Borås, Södertälje and Kungsholmen. Compare long-term rental for one day, one year, a whole month, week, weekend, or for as many days as you wish in Sweden. Compare car hire and van rental in airports such as: Compare Car Hire Stockholm-Arlanda Airport, Cheap Car Rental Stockholm-Bromma Airport, Rental Cars Skavsta Airport, Gothenburg-Landvetter Airport, Malmö-Sturup Airport, Örebro Airport, Västerås Airport, Linköping-Saab Airport, Ängelholm-Helsingborg Airport, Jönköpings Airport, Norrköping Airport, Umeå Airport, Halmstad Airport, Växjö Kronoberg Airport, Karlstad Airport, Sundsvall-Timrå Airport, Åre Östersund Airport, Trollhättan Vänersborgs Airport, Luleå-Kallax Airport and Kristianstad Airport.
Car rental companies we compare in Sweden
Sixt, Avis, MABI, Hertz, Alamo, National, Thrifty, Keddy By Europcar, Green Motion, Europcar, addCar, Budget and Enterprise are the companies that autoprio.com compares in Sweden.
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