Car rental in Stuttgart
In Stuttgart, the home of Porsche and Mercedes-Benz, you'll find our rental station right downtown at Esslinger Straße 12 - a 5-minute walk from city hall, Charlottenplatz and the Königstraße shopping mile. Flying into Stuttgart Airport (STR)? We deliver your car to the terminal or to your hotel.
At our CarVia station you can expect friendly customer service, a fully digital handover and transparent rental terms - and you always get exactly the model you booked, no "or similar". Returns work around the clock through our key drop box.
Our rental cars in Stuttgart: from Porsche 911 to Range Rover Sport
Stuttgart is Porsche's hometown, and our station here reflects it: 911 Carrera in Coupe and Cabrio, the 911 GTS Cabrio, the 718 Cayman as base, GTS and track-bred GT4 RS, plus the Cayenne, the Panamera 4 Sport Turismo and the electric Taycan 4S - see our Porsche rental in Stuttgart.
Sports cars in Stuttgart beyond Porsche: BMW M2 and M3 Competition Touring, the Alpine A110 R and the Audi R8 Coupe. Luxury cars and SUVs in Stuttgart: Range Rover Sport, Land Rover Defender, BMW X5 and X7, Porsche Cayenne and Volvo XC90. Convertibles in Stuttgart for the Black Forest and the Swabian Alb - 911 Carrera Cabrio, 911 GTS Cabrio, Mercedes-AMG CLE 53 Cabrio, BMW 430i Convertible and Mini JCW Convertible. Electric with the Porsche Taycan 4S, while Tesla Model 3 and Model Y come to Stuttgart on request. Plus a solid BMW range in Stuttgart from the M2 to the X7, and Mercedes in Stuttgart with the GLC 43, the CLE 53 Cabrio and the V-Class van when you're traveling as a group.
Looking for a Ferrari Roma, a Lamborghini Urus or a McLaren in Stuttgart? They're not stationed here, but we bring them in on request - see our Ferrari, Lamborghini Urus and McLaren pages. Cars come and go, so enter your dates in the booking bar to see what's available on your travel days. Whatever you pick, it's guaranteed - no "or similar".
Customers Love our Car Rental Service
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Great company. Rented a GT4 in Stuttgart, they took the time to walk around the car to document any damages, asked for me to take pictures and videos. Great process, Car was clean and in excellent shape. Super service, could not be happier. I will have to do a trip every year from now on.
The best prices for cars in Germany. Good communication with customers, the deposit was returned the next day. I recommend👍
Fantastic service that I wish we had in Australia. Will definitely use again when in Germany. Great selection of cars at reasonable prices with great professional service. Had a Cayman GTS this time around for a few days and look forward to trying some of the other fleet vehicles next time!
I hired an M3 Touring through this outfit and it was a great experience. The guy who handed over the car was really accommodating and helpful. The car was phenomenal and everything in the process was super simple and straight forward. Definitely recommend!
Such an awesome experience! Rented a BMW M3 and the ride was such an amazing experience. Pick up was in Munich and drop off was in Salzburg and each time was ABSOLUTELY seamless. Will definitely rent again when I'm in Germany!
Directions to our rental station in Stuttgart
CarVia station Stuttgart downtown (Esslinger Straße)
Our address: Esslinger Str. 12, 70182 Stuttgart
Opening hours: Monday to Friday 8 am to 7 pm, Saturday and Sunday 9 am to 1 pm. Returns 24/7 via our key drop box.
By public transport: We're in the city center near the town hall. Take the U-Bahn or bus to Rathaus, Charlottenplatz or Olgaeck - each about a 5-minute walk from our station. From Stuttgart Central Station it's one U-Bahn stop to Charlottenplatz or a 15-minute walk. From the airport, the S2 or S3 takes you to the main station in about 30 minutes.
By car: From the A8 or A81, follow the B14 into the city center towards Charlottenplatz. You can park at the Q-Park City parking garage (paid).
Return: Drop the keys in our key drop box - any time, day or night.
We look forward to welcoming you in the heart of Stuttgart!
Car rental at Stuttgart Airport (STR)
Stuttgart Airport is 20 minutes south of the city, right off the A8. Coming from the US, you'll usually connect through Frankfurt or Munich and land here in the early afternoon - ideal for picking up your car and being in the Black Forest for dinner. We don't have a counter in the terminal, but we deliver: book your car, choose "Deliver to address", enter Stuttgart Airport, and the delivery fee is shown instantly during booking - no quote request, no surprises. Our team meets you at arrivals with the keys and a personal handover; the exact meeting point is agreed with you before your flight.
From STR you're on the A8 within minutes - Munich is two hours east, the Black Forest an hour and a half west. Return works the same way at the airport, or you drop the car at our downtown station, about 30 minutes from the terminal by S-Bahn.
Your Benefits with CarVia
Driving a rental car in Stuttgart
Renting a car in Stuttgart is just as straightforward as in other cities. Of course, the city's landscape and traffic reflect the influence of Porsche and Mercedes - and you don't even have to visit one of the two famous museums to experience this. Both are worth it, though: the Porsche Museum in Zuffenhausen and the Mercedes-Benz Museum in Untertürkheim are each about 15 minutes from our station.
From Stuttgart you reach the Black Forest and the Schwarzwaldhochstraße in 90 minutes, Strasbourg or Lake Constance in about two hours, and Munich in two and a half via the A8 - one-way rentals between our stations are possible, see our one-way rental page. Simply choose the right vehicle for your plans and route during the booking process.
In Stuttgart, we also offer guaranteed vehicles, so you can be sure to receive the car you've requested.
FAQ
You can book your rental car in Stuttgart online in a few minutes. Choose whether you'd like a smaller vehicle, an electric car, a sporty convertible or an SUV, pick your dates, and at the start of your rental the car is ready for you at our downtown station - or wherever you asked us to deliver it.
You always receive the guaranteed model. This way, you won't encounter any unpleasant surprises and get exactly the car you booked - not just one from the "same category".
At our Stuttgart location, rental car prices also fluctuate depending on demand. For example, you're more likely to find a bargain when renting a convertible in winter than during the summer holidays.
In general, the day of the week and the rental duration also play a significant role in the pricing. Simply experiment with your rental period and compare prices if you're looking to find a particularly affordable rental car.
In Stuttgart, we definitely offer a very wide range of great cars. Whether you're looking for a compact car, an SUV, or something sporty, you'll find it with us. To view the actual fleet available for your desired date, simply start the booking process.
Yes. A valid US or Canadian driver's license is all you need, no international driving permit required. Bring your passport and a credit card in the renter's name for the deposit - the deposit is only blocked on the card, never charged. Drivers must be 25 or older for the more powerful models.
Yes. Choose "Deliver to address" during booking and enter Stuttgart Airport (STR) - the delivery fee is shown right away. Our team meets you at arrivals with the keys; the meeting point is agreed before your flight. Return at the airport works the same way.
By S-Bahn (S2 or S3) to Stuttgart Central Station in about 30 minutes, then one U-Bahn stop to Charlottenplatz and a 5-minute walk. By taxi it's about 25 minutes, depending on traffic.