The best way to rent a car in Lecce with FindYCar

The best way to rent a car in Lecce with FindYCar

Forget endless questionnaires and long waits for confirmation. It only takes a few minutes to rent a car in Lecce:

  1. Select the vehicle you want to drive on Italian roads. Book now.
  2. Specify any extra costs and other details.
  3. Confirm your booking via bank card (a 20% or 100% prepayment is required).
Location

Location

  • You are free to specify any location you prefer to collect your vehicle (this could be a city, airport, or delivery)
  • Enter the start and end dates of the rental and perform a search.
Booking

Booking

  • Choose a car and add additional services (insurance, no deposit)
  • Book a car through our website and make the payment online
  • You will receive an email voucher with the rental company’s contact details and pick-up instructions.
Pick-Up

Pick-Up

  • When collecting the car, you will need to present your voucher, passport, driving licence, and a credit card (if a deposit is required)
  • Sign the rental agreement, collect the car, and enjoy your trip.

Cheap Car Hire Lecce: The Best of FindYCar

Car Hire Lecce
Car Hire Lecce

Known as the baroque gem of southern Italy, the city enchants visitors with its intricately carved limestone buildings that glow golden under the Apulian sun. It offers you everything: stroll through richly decorated churches and discover artisan workshops tucked away in narrow lanes. People come here to experience Italy’s slower pace of life, where traditional papier-mâché crafts thrive and olive groves stretch endlessly towards the Adriatic and Ionian Seas.

The city is just the gateway to the sun-soaked Salento peninsula stretching south. Here’s why hiring a car in Lecce unlocks its true magic:

  • The Adriatic and Ionian coasts frame the peninsula, letting you choose between turquoise waters, rocky coves or sandy beaches
  • Santa Maria di Leuca sits at Italy’s southernmost tip, where two seas meet – about an hour’s scenic drive through olive groves
  • Otranto’s whitewashed old town and crystal-clear waters are only 45 minutes away – perfect for spontaneous seaside getaways.

You get more when you hire through FindYCar. Cash payment, no credit card, additional driver, insurance, no deposit and many other extras are available at any time. Book now.

Attention! The table shows approximate hire prices for popular cars in Lecce, taking into account seasonal variations. These are base figures that may vary depending on the rental company and specific conditions.

How much does car hire in Lecce cost?

Hiring a car in Lecce won’t break the bank – leaving you with more euros for your adventures. Expect to pay around:

  • Economy: €19–€31 per day
  • Mid-range: €32–€48 per day
  • SUVs and minivans: €54–€92 per day
  • Luxury: from €102 per day

This destination rewards budget-conscious travellers, but you can save even more. Follow these tips to keep daily rates as low as possible:

  • Choose long-term car hire
  • Use FindYCar to compare prices and book in advance
  • Avoid adding more than three extras
  • Don’t start your hire on weekends.

Here’s how you can compare the prices:

Table of hire prices for popular cars in Lecce by season

Car model Body type Passengers Luggage capacity Price per day (low season) Price per day (high season)
Fiat 500 Mini / Economy 4 1 €25 €60
Toyota Yaris Economy 5 2 €30 €65
Renault Clio Compact 5 2 €35 €70
Volkswagen Golf Mid-size / Compact 5 2–3 €40 €80
Dacia Duster SUV / 4×4 5 2–3 €45 €90
Jeep Renegade Compact SUV 5 2 €50 €100
Audi A3 Premium Compact / Saloon 5 2–3 €55 €110
Mercedes C-Class Luxury Saloon 5 3 €65 €130
BMW X5 Luxury SUV 5 3 €80 €150
Range Rover Evoque Luxury SUV 5 3 €90 €160

⚠️ Disclaimer: The table shows approximate hire prices for popular cars in Lecce, taking into account seasonal variations. These are base figures that may vary depending on the rental company and specific hire conditions.

Car hire prices in Lecce: seasonal analysis based on verified bookings

Based on verified bookings through the FindYCar website, a detailed seasonal analysis of car hire prices in Lecce was conducted. The study considered all vehicle types and classes, including bookings with no deposit and no credit card, to present an objective overview of annual price trends.

The lowest car hire prices in Lecce are in November, when the average daily cost is only €17. This is around 60% cheaper than during the summer peak season. January (€19) and February (€22) are also very affordable months. These are off-peak periods when rental companies offer discounts to stimulate demand.

The highest prices are seen in summer, especially in June, when the average cost reaches €43 per day — almost 2.5 times higher than in November. July (€37) and August (€39) are also expensive months, as Puglia’s coastal resorts attract many tourists and the demand for car hire rises sharply.

19 €
JAN
22 €
FEB
27 €
MAR
33 €
APR
35 €
MAY
43 €
JUN
37 €
JUL
39 €
AUG
38 €
SEP
35 €
OCT
17 €
NOV
23 €
DEC

Hiring a car in Lecce: What documents do I need?

You only need a few things to collect your hire car in Italy:

  • Passport or ID card
  • Credit card or booking confirmation (optional)
  • Driving licence.
Traffic Rules

Traffic Rules

Driving in Puglia is more relaxed than in northern Italy, though you’ll still experience the typical Italian driver energy. Learn these rules before renting a car in Lecce:

  1. Drive on the right-hand side and overtake on the left.
  2. Speed limits are generally 50 km/h in towns, 90 km/h on rural roads, 110 km/h on expressways, and 130 km/h on motorways.
  3. Seat belts are compulsory for all passengers, both front and rear.
  4. Always carry your documents with you.
  5. The legal alcohol limit is 0.5 g/L, dropping to zero for drivers under 21 or with less than 3 years’ experience.
Parking

Parking

Expect to pay between €10 and €15 per day for parking, unless you’re lucky enough to find a free spot.

Blue-lined areas on the outskirts cost €1–1.5 per hour, payable at ticket machines or via the EasyPark app.

Petrol Stations

Petrol Stations

IP, Eni, Q8 and Tamoil petrol stations are common throughout the city and along the coastal roads.

Prices are about €1.7–1.85 per litre for petrol and €1.6–1.75 for diesel.

Toll Roads

Toll Roads

The main SS16 Adriatica to Bari and SS101 to Gallipoli are completely toll-free.

If you travel north towards Bari or beyond, expect to pay around €3–5 for short sections of the A14 motorway, collected at exit toll booths.