Car rental
Car rental
11 Tenerife offices, including Tenerife South, Tenerife North, ports and resort areas. Unlimited mileage, additional driver, child/booster seats and Tenerife audio guide/map are included.
Car rental in Tenerife
4.5 (5)Tenerife South Airport


CICAR is the safest default choice for many Tenerife visitors who want car hire to be simple rather than clever.
The Tenerife network is broad, with airport, port and resort offices, and the official terms are unusually friendly: full-risk insurance with no excess, unlimited mileage, additional driver, child seats and a Tenerife audio guide are included.
Travellers at the airport repeatedly mention quick pickup, clean or upgraded cars, no hidden-cost feeling and easy return between TFN and TFS. The practical detail is fuel: expect a fuel deposit or same-level return rule, not a damage excess.
Car rental
11 Tenerife offices, including Tenerife South, Tenerife North, ports and resort areas. Unlimited mileage, additional driver, child/booster seats and Tenerife audio guide/map are included.
Rental terms
Full-risk insurance with no excess is included. No damage excess; a fuel deposit may be taken and returned if the same fuel level is returned.
Rental terms
Valid driving licence with at least two years of experience; minimum driver age 21
Rental terms
Return with the same fuel level as collected
Transport choices shape the whole trip. Check the first day, base and driving plan before booking.
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Guest review summary
Commonly mentioned by visitors.
Travellers repeatedly mention no hidden-cost feeling and very simple pickup/return
Cars are often clean, new or upgraded to a better category
No damage deposit and included full-risk cover are a major comfort point
One-way return between Tenerife North and South is praised in a recent review
Staff are described as friendly and efficient at the airport desk
Fuel-level deposit/return still needs checking at pickup
Reserve early if you want an automatic, convertible, van or larger family car
Recommended reviews
Hristijan Peshov
Source: Google Maps
2026-06-18
Truly great service. This is how all rent a car companies should work. There is no deposit, everything goes really easy. They give you the key, the agreement, and you can drive. The cars are new, well maintained. When returning the car, the procedure is as simple as it can possibly be. You simply park the car, return the keys and tell them the car park number and that’s it. No fuel control, no deposit return/hold, no “you are 15 minutes late for drop off” nonsense or any other nonsense. Really great service. The prices are very reasonable, I can also say very cheap prices compared to other companies in Europe. Also, included in the price is full insurance, no excess. The booking process is also easygoing. You can pay in advance or pay there, no pressure from their side. You can also cancel/modify the booking at no extra cost. I am fascinated by the service provided. I will say it again, this is how every rent a car company should work. Great job CICAR, please continue this way
Danut
Source: Google Maps
2026-05-30
My first time renting a car ever! But it was a perfect experience. Booked online, we took the key from the office in the airport and paid a small sum as a guarantee for the fuel. We booked an Opel astra and we got an Alfa Giulia Q4 2023 with 280hp. The only minus i can think of it's that the car was a bit dirty on the central console, it was clear that that zone was not cleaned in a while. Returned it easily in 1 minute, got my guarantee back on my card. Definitevely will rent here again.
Josip Maric
Source: Google Maps
2026-05-27
We are very satisfied with the service provided by CICAR. From the very beginning everything went smoothly and professionally, and we would especially highlight the excellent price-to-quality ratio as well as the wide selection of vehicles.
The car we received, an Alfa Romeo, fully met our expectations – it is comfortable, reliable, and a real pleasure to drive. After the first day of use, we can say that we are extremely satisfied with both the experience and the performance of the vehicle.
We hope that this positive experience will continue throughout the following days of the rental, and that the entire trip will go just as smoothly and without any issues.
Michael Quigley
Source: Google Maps
2026-04-16
Had an excellent experience booking a car with them. The car was clean and in good condition. Staff was friendly and helpful. Did the pick up at TFN/north airport and drop off at TFS/south airport. Return was easy with no hassles. I recommend.
José Luís
Source: Google Maps
2026-03-07
Hands down the best rent-a-car company in Spain (not just Tenerife!). Super easy to book through the app, absolutely no hidden extra costs. Everything was clear from the start: full all-risk insurance included, no deposit, no credit card details required. Zero complications — exactly what you want for a stress-free holiday.
When I arrived, they gave me the exact car I had booked, but in a longer family version. Since I was travelling alone, I asked if it was possible to change it for something smaller — and they upgraded me to a Cupra Terramar… WOW 😍 I absolutely loved the car!
This was already my second time renting with them, and every time I come to Tenerife it will definitely be a tradition. 200% recommended!
Valid driving licence with at least two years of experience; minimum driver age 21. Bring the booking voucher, passport or ID, and the payment card required by the rental terms.
No damage excess; a fuel deposit may be taken and returned if the same fuel level is returned
Photograph every side of the car, confirm fuel level, damage record, insurance/excess, return point and what to do if there is a breakdown or accident.
A compact car is easiest for resort parking and narrow village streets. Choose an automatic, stronger engine, SUV or larger car only if you need comfort for Teide, Anaga, luggage or a full family group.
Yes if you want Teide, Anaga, Masca, north-coast towns, hidden beaches or flexible weather backups. If you stay in one south resort and mostly use beaches, transfers and taxis may be simpler.
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