Searching for luxury car rental prices in Dubai can be confusing. One website quotes AED 1,500 per day for a Lamborghini, another quotes AED 5,000 for the same car. Add insurance supplements, mileage caps, deposits, and seasonal surcharges, and the actual cost of renting a supercar can feel like a mystery. This guide cuts through the noise with real numbers, honest comparisons, and strategies to get the best value from your rental.
Daily Rental Rates by Category (2025)
Luxury car rentals in Dubai fall into four broad tiers based on brand, performance, and exclusivity. Economy luxury — cars like the BMW 4 Series, Mercedes C300, and Audi A5 — start from AED 800–1,200 per day. Mid-tier performance cars — BMW M4, Porsche Macan, Mercedes AMG GT — range from AED 1,200–2,500. True supercars — Ferrari F8, Lamborghini Huracán, McLaren 720S — command AED 2,500–4,500 daily. Ultra-luxury and hyper-exclusive models — Rolls-Royce Cullinan, Bentley Flying Spur, Ferrari SF90 — start at AED 4,500 and can reach AED 15,000 per day for limited-edition models.
The Security Deposit: What to Expect
Every luxury rental requires a security deposit held on your credit card (debit cards are rarely accepted). For economy luxury cars, expect AED 3,000–5,000. Mid-tier performance cars typically require AED 5,000–10,000. Supercars command AED 10,000–20,000, and ultra-luxury models can require AED 20,000–50,000. The deposit is released within 7–14 business days after you return the car in good condition. Pro tip: use a credit card with a high limit and no foreign transaction fees. Some cards also offer complementary rental car insurance that can reduce your out-of-pocket costs.
Insurance: CDW, SCDW, and Zero-Excess Options
Standard Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) is included in most rental rates, but it comes with an excess — the amount you pay out of pocket if the car is damaged. For supercars, the standard excess can be AED 10,000–30,000. Super CDW (SCDW) reduces this to AED 2,000–5,000 for an additional AED 100–300 per day. Zero-excess coverage eliminates the excess entirely and costs AED 200–500 daily. Our recommendation: for cars above AED 2,000 per day, the zero-excess upgrade is worth the peace of mind. At Prestiva Exotic, comprehensive insurance is included in every rental — no hidden surprises.
Mileage Limits and Excess Charges
Most luxury rentals include 250–350 kilometres per day. Exceeding the limit incurs charges of AED 5–15 per extra kilometre depending on the car. For a Ferrari, expect AED 15/km over the limit; for a Mercedes, AED 5/km. If you plan to drive to Abu Dhabi (280 km round trip) or Hatta (260 km round trip), check whether your daily allocation covers it — or negotiate an unlimited mileage package upfront. Weekly rentals often include more generous mileage, and monthly bookings frequently offer unlimited kilometres.
Fuel Costs in the UAE
The UAE has some of the cheapest fuel in the world. As of 2025, Super 98 petrol costs approximately AED 3.30 per litre (USD 0.90). Most luxury cars require Super 98 or E Plus 91. A full tank for a Lamborghini Huracán (83-litre tank) costs about AED 274. A Mercedes G63 (100-litre tank) costs around AED 330. Expect to spend AED 100–300 on fuel per day depending on how aggressively you drive. Fuel stations are everywhere — you will never be more than 10 minutes from a pump, even in the desert.
Salik Tolls and Parking
Dubai uses the Salik electronic toll system. Each toll gate costs AED 4 per crossing, and there are currently eight gates across Dubai. A typical day of driving through the city will incur AED 16–32 in tolls. Most rental companies register their cars with Salik and charge tolls to your credit card after the rental ends. Valet parking at five-star hotels is typically AED 30–50, while public parking ranges from AED 2–4 per hour. DIFC and Downtown Dubai have paid parking zones — use the mParking app to pay.
Weekly and Monthly Discounts
The biggest cost-saving secret in Dubai car rental is duration. Weekly rates typically offer 15–25% discount over the daily rate, and monthly bookings can save 30–45%. For example, a Ferrari F8 at AED 3,200/day would cost AED 22,400 for a week — but a weekly rate might be AED 18,000 (AED 2,571/day effective). A monthly booking could drop to AED 65,000 (AED 2,166/day effective). If you are staying in Dubai for more than 5 days, always ask for the weekly rate — it almost always works out cheaper even if you return a day early.
Hidden Fees to Watch Out For
Not all rental companies are transparent. Watch out for: delivery and collection fees (some charge AED 100–500 for airport delivery), additional driver charges (AED 50–100/day per extra driver), late return penalties (can be a full extra day if you are even 30 minutes late), and VAT — the 5% UAE VAT should be included in quoted prices, but some operators add it on top. At Prestiva Exotic, our quoted price is your final price: delivery, insurance, VAT, and 24/7 roadside assistance are all included. No hidden charges, ever.
Sample Budget: 3-Day Dubai Supercar Experience
Here is a realistic budget for a 3-day Lamborghini Huracán rental: daily rate AED 3,500 x 3 = AED 10,500. Zero-excess insurance (included at Prestiva). Fuel for 3 days of spirited driving: approximately AED 600. Salik tolls: approximately AED 80. Valet parking (3 evenings): approximately AED 120. Total: approximately AED 11,300 (roughly USD 3,075). That is less than the cost of a single night in Dubai's most expensive hotel suite — and considerably more thrilling.
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