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Your Complete Car Rental Guide for Exploring Beijing with Ease

Exploring Beijing, China's bustling capital, is an adventure best experienced with the freedom of your own wheels. At Bookingautos, we're committed to making your car rental experience in Beijing as smooth as possible. Our comprehensive comparison service helps you find the perfect vehicle from both international and local car rental companies, ensuring you get the best deal for your needs.

Why Rent a Car in Beijing?

While Beijing boasts an extensive public transportation system, having a rental car offers unparalleled flexibility and convenience. You can easily visit iconic attractions like the Great Wall of China, explore hidden gems in the city's outskirts, and navigate Beijing's vast urban landscape at your own pace.

Tips for Renting a Car in Beijing

  • International Driving Permit: Ensure you have a valid International Driving Permit along with your home country's license.
  • Navigation: Consider renting a GPS or using a reliable offline map app to navigate Beijing's complex road system.
  • Parking: Be aware of parking regulations and look for designated parking areas, especially in popular tourist spots.
  • Traffic: Beijing's traffic can be challenging. Plan your trips outside of peak hours when possible.

Must-Visit Destinations

With your rental car, you can easily access Beijing's top attractions and beyond. Don't miss the opportunity to visit the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall, known for its beautiful scenery and fewer crowds. For a unique experience, drive to the 798 Art District, a hub of contemporary Chinese art housed in decommissioned military factory buildings.

At Bookingautos, we're dedicated to making your Beijing car rental experience hassle-free. Our platform allows you to compare prices, read reviews, and book your ideal vehicle with confidence. Whether you're planning a short city break or an extended exploration of Beijing and its surroundings, we've got you covered. Start your Beijing adventure today with a reliable, affordable car rental from Bookingautos.

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Good to know

Most Popular Agency

Budget

Most popular car class

Compact

Average price

35 € / Day

Best price

25 € / Day

Other car rental locations close to Beijing

Nearest airports

Beijing Airport
24.9 km / 15.5 miles

Average prices for 1 day rental for different car classes:

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Citroen C1
Citroen C1
€14 / Day
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Ford Fiesta
Ford Fiesta
€18 / Day
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Audi A4
Audi A4
€32 / Day
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Ford Foxus Estate
Ford Foxus Estate
€33 / Day
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BMW X1
BMW X1
€33 / Day
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BMW 5 series
BMW 5 series
€45 / Day
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Ford Tourneo
Ford Tourneo
€55 / Day
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BMW 4 Cabrio
BMW 4 Cabrio
€65 / Day

Bookingautos offers a wide range of cars of any class. In Beijing you can rent a convertible, SUV, sedan, minivan, as well as a business class car. Our rental fleet consists of new cars manufactured in 2024 year.

What affects the cost of renting a car in Beijing? These are three indicators: car class, time of year and rental period. The highest prices are in summer, and the lowest are in autumn and winter. The tariff is reduced if you order the service for a long time. Some specific examples: a compact model Ford Fiesta in March-April costs about €18 per day. But book a car right away for a week - and the price will drop to €15 per day. These are standard prices for budget cars. The middle class will cost an average of €43-€45 per 24 hours. This can be Toyota Camry, VW Passat Estate or Toyota Rav-4. In Beijing convertibles can be rented for a minimum of €74. Luxury models raise the bar to €220 per day. Some exclusive cars are valued at more than 400€ per day.

Recently, in Beijing has seen a rise in demand for electric car rentals. They do not pollute nature and save money. The city has free parking and cheap charging stations. To rent an electric car in Beijing, select the appropriate filter in the car search and fill in the dates you need. The best option could be BMW i3.

Required documents for rental cars

Driving license
Credit card
Voucher
Passport
Attention!

A valid international driver's license is required!

10 Essential Tips for Hassle-Free Car Rental

Download Google maps offline

All modern smartphones have a GPS function. You can save on the "Navigator" service and roaming charges for the Internet if you download maps in the Google Maps application in advance. Offline maps also support route building and navigation. To download a map - open the area you need by controlling the scale, and enter "ok maps" in the search.

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Early Booking Discount

Beijing is now in ever-increasing demand, which affects the high demand for car rental. By booking online, you can avoid any unpleasant surprises after you arrive at your destination. Both with the car itself and with its rent.

It is better to book a car at least one and a half months before the trip. As the required date approaches, the number of available offers is reduced, and the cost of the remaining models increases. If plans change and the trip is postponed, then you can cancel the rental without any sanctions 2 days before it starts.

Which car to choose for rent

The compact model is relevant for city trips in Beijing. It can be Citroen C1 or Ford Fiesta. Mountain routes require a more powerful four-wheel drive vehicle - VW Passat Estate or similar model. You can order an SUV for just €30 per day;

What you need to pay attention to when receiving a car

Before picking up, you are required to carefully inspect the car and point out to the rental company manager for scratches, damage and defects, such as dirty seat upholstery. You should check the ignition and the fuel level in the tank. You need to know the conditions for returning the car - where exactly, with what amount of fuel to return the car.

The rental agreement must include a telephone number to contact the rental company. It is designed so that customers can get help in emergency situations, such as when a car breaks down or in the event of an accident. A call to the rental company should be done first, even before the arrival of the police.

Insurance recommendations

Rental companies in Beijing may offer different insurance options. They differ in price and set of options. Here are the basic types:

  • Third Party Liability (TPL)/Third Liability Protection (TLP). This is a third party liability protection. If you are the culprit of an accident, the insurance will compensate for the costs of the victims for you.
  • Collision Damage Waiver (CDW). This is to protect your vehicle from any damage. She works with a franchise. This is the amount that you will have to pay in case of damage in any case. The company will cover anything over the limit. The insurance does not cover theft.
  • Theft Insurance (TI)/Theft Protection (TP)/Theft Waiver (TW). This is car theft protection. Operates with a franchise.
  • Super Loss Damage Waiver (SLDW)/Theft Protection+Collision Damage Waiver (TP+CDW). Full protection against theft and damage, even if you are the culprit of the accident.
  • Personal Accident Insurance (PAI). This is medical insurance for the driver and passengers.

If you want to save money and choose the cheapest insurance, carefully inspect the car upon receipt. Make sure the machine is not damaged. Beijing 2

Fuel Policy

When renting a car, you should pay attention to the fuel policy of rental companies. Often, when renting, tourists have to pay the cost of a full tank of fuel. This option is suitable for long-term rentals and long trips. But if you're only renting Beijing for a day or two, or if you're only planning short trips, such as to a small island, then you probably won't need a full tank. You can get acquainted with the fuel policy in the "Important information" section of the car you have chosen.

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Mileage without limits

According to the rental conditions, the mileage can be limited or unlimited. Travel lovers should choose the option without a limit. It will cost more, but in the end it will save. Check the appropriate box to filter offers with unlimited mileage.

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Compare conditions of different rental companies

When choosing a rental car in Beijing, you should carefully read all the terms of the rental. This is due to the fact that different companies may differ not only in rental prices, but also in conditions for limiting mileage, the cost of additional services, and the amount of the deposit. To compare rental conditions, it is convenient to use the search and booking system on our website.

Which rental company to choose

It is recommended to rent a car in trusted companies, that is, in those whose services you have already used. You can also focus on the rating of our site, which is displayed next to the name of the company in the search results.Beijing 5

Ceteris paribus, preference should be given to larger companies that have a high level of service and a large selection of cars. The best rental companies in Beijing are sixt with an average rating of 9.8 points and budget (rating - 9.7).

Car pick-up procedure

Before signing a car rental agreement, it should be carefully checked for damage and defects. Do not be shy to point out the identified problems and problems - then you will not have to answer for them. When returning, pay attention to the fuel in the tank. Its volume must correspond to that prescribed in the agreement.

Also, do not ignore the phone number provided by the technical support representative when concluding the contract. After all, even the most experienced driver is not insured against a breakdown, accident or other force majeure event. In such a case, contact a specialist before the arrival of the police.

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Car rental reviews: Beijing

Based on 8255 reviews
Rate 4,8/5
Based on 8255 reviews
Tony
4,8
Without a doubt, I will continue to use Bookingautos on a regular basis. Thank you very much for your assistance!
Michael
4,7
Excellent value for money. The pick-up process was a little confusing, but I would use it again!
Luna
4,5
The search was very simple to use, the price was really low, and there were no problems with the rental car company.
Jody
4,9
Everything proceeded as expected. The complete coverage compensation really worked.

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