Automatic transmission car rental at Ankara Airport

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Renault Taliant

Class: Economy

Full insuranceFree cancellation
Automatic5 Seats2 Luggage200 km/dayDeposit: 200.00 EUR
Renault Taliant car rental in Turkey
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Opel Corsa

Class: Economy

Full insuranceFree cancellationUnlimited mileage
Automatic5 Seats2 LuggageDeposit: 200.00 EUR
hire a Opel Corsa in Turkey
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Renault Clio

Class: Economy

Full insuranceFree cancellationUnlimited mileage
Automatic5 Seats2 LuggageDeposit: 200.00 EUR
rent a Renault Clio car in Turkey
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Hyundai i20

Class: Economy

Full insuranceFree cancellation
Automatic5 Seats2 Luggage200 km/dayDeposit: 400.00 EUR
Hyundai i20 car rental in Turkey
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Hyundai i20

Class: Economy

Full insuranceFree cancellationUnlimited mileage
Automatic5 Seats2 LuggageDeposit: 200.00 EUR
hire a Hyundai i20 in Turkey
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Hyundai i20

Class: Economy

Full insuranceFree cancellationUnlimited mileage
Automatic5 Seats2 LuggageDeposit: 200.00 EUR
rent a Hyundai i20 car in Turkey
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Renault Clio

Class: Economy

Full insuranceFree cancellation
Automatic5 Seats2 Luggage200 km/dayDeposit: 200.00 EUR
Renault Clio car rental in Turkey
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Hyundai i20

Class: Economy

Free cancellationUnlimited mileage
Automatic5 Seats2 LuggageDeposit: 150.00 EUR
hire a Hyundai i20 in Turkey
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Car hire in Ankara, Turkey runs from a Fiat Egea for the coast road to a four-wheel drive for the mountain passes. Most offers include basic cover, and booking stays simple: you normally need a passport, a driving licence, a phone number and a payment card. Rates are quoted in euro while fuel, tolls and parking are paid in Turkish lira, so it is worth weighing the total cost against reviews, deposit rules and supplier terms before booking.

Ankara, Turkey
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Car rental in Ankara, Turkey: what to know

Airport car rental in Ankara

At Turkish airports a car is handed over either at a desk inside the terminal or at an off-airport office reached by shuttle from arrivals. Which one applies to your booking is written on the voucher, and the shuttle is usually what explains a lower price.

For a late flight, check the desk's opening hours, whether the supplier tracks the flight number, what an out-of-hours handover costs and how the car is returned when the office is closed.

Car rental conditions

Bring your passport and a valid driving licence. A foreign licence is accepted for a tourist stay, and an International Driving Permit is expected alongside it when the licence is not written in the Latin alphabet — carry both rather than argue it at the desk.

The minimum age is usually 21 with at least one to two years of licence held. Drivers under 25 often pay a young-driver surcharge, and premium, SUV and minivan classes commonly set the threshold higher.

A deposit is normally blocked on the main driver's credit card at handover. Turkey is unusual in how much no-deposit and cash-payment supply it has, but that is always an offer-level condition — read what the specific tariff says rather than assuming it applies.

Check the fuel policy: full-to-full is the fairest and is what most reputable suppliers use. Read the excess and the exclusions too — tyres, glass, mirrors, the underbody and unsurfaced roads are commonly outside the cover.

Car brands and categories

The catalog covers the main rental categories:

  • Economy
  • Comfort
  • SUV
  • Minivan
  • Premium
  • Convertible
  • Electric
  • Hybrid

Turkish fleets are built mostly around Fiat Egea, Renault Clio and Megane, Dacia Sandero and Duster, Hyundai i20, Peugeot 301, Toyota Corolla and Volkswagen Polo and similar models. Manual gearboxes are still the cheaper default in the economy classes, so confirm the transmission on the offer card if you need an automatic.

Compare the total price together with the deposit, insurance excess, mileage policy, fuel rule, accepted payment methods and the return conditions.

Airport pickup details

Have your passport, licence, voucher and the main driver's card for the deposit ready before you reach the desk, and photograph the bodywork, glass and wheels during the joint inspection.

On the way back, allow time to refuel near the airport, hand the car over and walk from the return level to the terminal.

Automatic car rental

Automatics are the easier choice for Istanbul's stop-start traffic and for the switchbacks above the coast, and they are widely available in the comfort class and above.

In the cheapest economy classes a manual is still the default, so confirm the transmission on the offer card — the photo does not always match the car handed over.

Car rental essentials in Turkey

Practical points on traffic, documents, payment, insurance, HGS tolls, parking, mountain roads and vehicle return.

  • Transmission: Manual is still the cheaper default in the economy classes; confirm it on the offer card.
  • Airport desk: The handover is either at a terminal desk or at an off-airport office reached by shuttle.
  • Flight tracking: Give the flight number so a delayed arrival does not release the car.
  • Handover inspection: Photograph the bodywork, glass and wheels with the agent present before you drive off.
  • Out-of-hours pickup: Night arrivals at Antalya and Dalaman are common; check the surcharge before booking.
  • HGS toll tag: Motorways, bridges and tunnels are barrier-free and read the windscreen tag; there is no cash lane.
  • Security deposit: A refundable credit-card hold is the norm, but no-deposit tariffs are widely available here.
  • Driving licence: Bring the original valid licence accepted by the supplier for that class.
  • Passport: A valid passport is required at pickup; an ID card is not enough for a foreign renter.
  • Insurance excess: Check the excess amount and exactly what a full-cover package removes.
  • International Driving Permit: A licence not written in the Latin alphabet is expected to come with an IDP.
  • Accepted cards: A credit card in the main driver's name is the default; debit and cash depend on the supplier.
  • Cover exclusions: Tyres, glass, mirrors, the underbody and unsurfaced roads are usually excluded.
  • Fuel policy: Full-to-full is the fairest rule; note that fuel is a significant share of a Turkish trip budget.

Useful information for renters

Parking and roads

Turkey drives on the right. Distances on the plateau are long and the towns are far apart, so fill up whenever the tank drops below half and plan the last stretch in daylight — livestock on the road after dark is the usual hazard. Motorways, bridges and tunnels are tolled through the barrier-free HGS tag fitted to the windscreen, and the supplier bills what you use afterwards.

Car pickup

At the airport a car is usually handed over:
  • at a desk inside the terminal;
  • at an off-airport office reached by shuttle;
  • in the airport car park after a counter check-in;
  • at an agreed address after landing.

The handover point and any out-of-hours fee are set by the supplier.

Payment and currency

Turkey uses the Turkish lira (TRY).

Rates on this page are shown in euro, while the deposit, fuel, parking, HGS tolls and any fines are normally settled in lira under the supplier's terms.

Popular routes

From Ankara, common road trips include:

  • Beypazarı
  • Gordion
  • Kızılcahamam
  • Lake Tuz

Popular nearby areas include the Hittite capital at Hattuşa, Lake Tuz, the Neolithic mound of Çatalhöyük and the Beyşehir lakeshore.

Prices and car availability

Prices and availability can change during the day.

Offers come from Turkish rental companies and international brands.

Cost depends on season, rental length, vehicle class, insurance, deposit and payment conditions.

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FAQ

Where are the rental desks at Ankara Airport?

In-terminal suppliers use the car rental facility inside the terminal, generally reached from the arrivals area. Follow the voucher and airport signs.

Do I need a shuttle to collect the car?

Not for offers marked in-terminal. Meet-and-greet or off-site suppliers may use a meeting point or shuttle, which must be stated clearly.

Are the rental desks open 24/7?

Some suppliers operate around the clock or around flight schedules. Check the exact desk hours and late-arrival policy.

What documents are required?

Bring passport or ID, valid driving licence, voucher, and a payment card accepted under the selected conditions.

How long should I allow for pickup?

Usually 20-45 minutes is reasonable, with more time during morning business peaks, holidays, or bad weather.

Where do I return the vehicle?

Use the provider’s map and Car Rental Return signs. Confirm the parking level or entrance before approaching the airport.

Can I return after hours?

Many airport offers support early or late return through a key box or arranged handover. Confirm any fee.

Which class is best for Ankara?

A compact or midsize sedan suits city and business use. Choose an SUV or van for winter routes, family luggage, or several passengers.

Do I need winter equipment?

Winter conditions can affect Ankara and intercity roads. Check the forecast and book suitable tyres or chains when required by conditions.

How are deposit and HGS charges handled?

The deposit is normally held on the driver’s card. HGS road tolls are recorded electronically and charged according to the rental agreement.