Fuel type directly affects your holiday budget. Diesel and petrol cars each shine in different usage scenarios; the right choice depends on how much and how you drive.
When is diesel better?
For high mileage — long coastal routes, out-of-town tours like Pamukkale/Cappadocia or frequent day trips — diesel stands out for economy per litre. On long drives, engine performance also makes for comfortable driving.
When is petrol enough?
For mostly city, beach and short-distance use, petrol cars are practical and usually cheaper per day. Over short distances your holiday ends before diesel’s fuel advantage shows, so petrol is often enough.
How to estimate the cost
A simple rule: if your estimated total kilometres are high, diesel usually makes more sense; if low, petrol does. Weigh the daily price and fuel cost together.
Make your choice
Filter by fuel in our car list and pick the right car. On all cars: pay on pickup, no credit card needed.