Hire Car Malaga Freedom to Explore

One of the best benefits of vacation car hire is the freedom and flexibility to explore at your own pace; often from the moment you land if you are hiring a car direct from the airport. Hire cars also provide the ability to get off the main roads and explore many of the hidden gems Malaga has to offer; from beaches to mountains and hit plenty of authentic villages along the way.

 

With car hire in Malaga you’re not restricted to the time frames of public transport, nor are you constricted in small and crowded vehicles with multiple other occupants. But there are many things to consider ensuring you optimize the benefits of car hire in the Costa Del Sol, and we will explore them all in this post.

Choosing the Right Hire Car in Malaga

 

The hire car you choose for your vacation can make or break the trip, and what the right car is for you can be different to what suits someone else. For example, a car that is more compact is better for navigating the narrow streets of Malaga, whereas a larger SUV would be more comfortable for longer road trips or rural roads.

 

Let’s look at the most popular vehicles often chosen for car rental in Malaga and break down their pros and cons.

Compact Cars

Examples: Citroen C1, Fiat 500, Peugeot 108, Ford Fiesta, Volkswagen Polo

 

Pros:

• Perfect for simple navigation around the older streets of Malaga and the busy city centre
• Easier to manoeuvre into smaller parking spaces.
• Often more affordable to hire.

 

Cons:

• Less comfortable for longer journeys
• Not ideal for families or larger parties
• Limited luggage space

Larger Cars and SUVS

Examples: Mitsubishi ASX, Renault Captur, Peugeot 3008, Kia Sportage, Nissan Qashqai

 

Pros:

• Definite comfort factor for families or larger parties
• Well suited to rural rounds and city outskirts
• More spacious for extra luggage

 

Cons:

• More expensive to hire.
• Not ideal for the narrow streets often found in Malaga.
• Can book up quickly towards peak seasons.

 

Premium Cars

Examples: Audi Q5, Mercedes E-Class Cabriolet, Jaguar F-Pace, Mercedes E-Class, Mercedes-Benz C-Class

 

Pros:

• Luxury experience to help make the holiday more memorable.
• Superior comfort and style
• Often much younger; typically, under 6-months

 

Cons:

• Expensive to hire.
• Higher insurance
• Worry of damages

Main things to consider:

1. Where you’re staying and traveling: For the heart of Malaga, a larger vehicle may not be the most practical.
2. What kind of driving you plan to do: An SUV or large car may be the better choice if you’re planning to explore rural roads and the countryside of the Costa Del Sol
3. How many people you’re traveling with: Make sure you’ve enough room for everyone, and their luggage, to travel comfortably.

Malaga’s Top Attractions

 

Exploring the city using car rental offers incredible freedom and the ability to explore every inch of this beautiful land, as well as traveling further afield and being able to enjoy the things often reserved for locals.

 

Here are 5 of our favourite Malaga attractions:

1. Castillo de Gibralfaro: enriched in history and culture with panoramic views and modern amenities.
2. Puerto de Malaga: scenic promenade with beach access, lots of fine dining opportunities, and cultural landmarks.
3. La Calle Larios: alfresco dining, diverse shops, museums, and historic cathedrals – this is the perfect place to spend a day or two.
4. Alcazaba: a photographer’s dream with panoramic scenic views of the ocean and city, rich in architecture and culture with gastro dining available.
5. Soho Malaga: an icon of underground culture and urban art in a central neighborhood most often frequented by locals.