Short answer. Renting a car in Baku for two people means a small car. Take the smallest one your luggage allows. Rates start at 25 USD a day. A small car parks in the centre, uses less fuel and costs less to run. Take something bigger only if the mountains are on your list.
Updated 9 August 2026.
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Is renting a car in Baku for two people worth it?
The answer depends on how far you drive from Baku.
For three days inside the city, taxis are cheaper and simpler.
For a week with two or three day trips, the car wins.
Our taxi comparison shows the sums for both cases.
Which small cars do we rent?
We rent the Chevrolet Spark, Toyota Prius C, Hyundai Accent, Kia Cerato and Nissan Sunny.
| Car | Year | From, a day |
|---|---|---|
| Chevrolet Spark | 2024 | 25 USD |
| Toyota Prius C | 2018 | 27 USD |
| Hyundai Accent | 2018 | 30 USD |
| Kia Cerato | 2018 | 33 USD |
| Nissan Sunny | 2025 | 39 USD |
All of them are automatic. Manual cars are rare in our Baku fleet.
How much luggage fits for two?
A small hatchback from our Baku fleet takes one case and two cabin bags.
A saloon like the Cerato takes two large cases.
Two people rarely need more than that for a week.
Winter kit is the exception, because coats and boots take space.
What does a week cost to run?
Fuel is the main cost and it is low in Azerbaijan.
AI-92 petrol costs 1.10 AZN a litre at every station.
A week of touring uses about 55 to 65 AZN in a small car.
Paid parking in the centre costs 1 to 2 AZN an hour.
Our parking guide explains the zones and the app.
Where do couples usually drive?
| Trip | Distance | Time one way |
|---|---|---|
| Gobustan rock art | 65 km | 1 hour |
| Candy Cane Mountains | 95 km | 1 h 30 |
| Shamakhi | 120 km | 2 hours |
| Quba | 170 km | 2 h 30 |
| Gabala | 220 km | 3 hours |
Every one of those roads is paved and takes a small car.
Our two day route links Quba and the mountains in one loop.
When should two people take something bigger?
- Winter in the mountains. Height and clearance both help.
- Long motorway days. A Camry is calmer at 110 km/h.
- Photography or ski kit. Long items need a bigger boot.
- A special trip. A convertible changes the drive completely.
Our Baku economy range and comfort range sit either side of that line.
What are the terms?
The deposit is 200 to 300 USD, depending on the car.
The minimum rental is two days, and there is no mileage limit.
Compulsory ICBARI cover is in the price for every car.
Delivery to your hotel costs 10 USD and to the airport 15 USD.
Our deposit guide explains how the money comes back.
One habit saves couples a lot of time in the city.
Park once near the centre and walk the rest of the day.
The Old City is closed to cars and the boulevard is slow.
The car is most useful on the days you leave Baku.
What do two people usually get from us?
Two people usually get a small automatic from 25 USD a day.
- Deposit 200 to 300 USD, depending on the car. Cash or a card block.
- No mileage limit anywhere inside Azerbaijan.
- Minimum rental 2 days.
- Fuel comes back at the level you got it.
- ICBARI insurance is in the price. Full cover with a 300 to 500 EUR excess is optional.
- Delivery to your hotel for 10 USD, to the airport for 15 USD.
- A small automatic from 25 USD a day, delivered to the hotel.
Route ideas and opening times sit on the state tourism portal, azerbaijan.travel.
We have rented cars in Baku since 2023 and run 105 cars today. The office is open 24/7 and the phone answers at night.
BookingCarBaku staff speak Azerbaijani, Russian, English and Turkish.
Common questions
What is the cheapest car for two people?
The Chevrolet Spark, from 25 USD a day in Baku, automatic like the rest.
Is a small car safe on mountain roads?
Yes, a small car is safe on mountain roads in dry weather. The main Azerbaijani routes are paved the whole way.
How much luggage fits in a small car?
One large case and two cabin bags, which suits most couples.
Do we both need to be on the contract?
Only the drivers need to be on the contract. In Baku a second name costs nothing to add.
What does a week of fuel cost?
About 55 to 65 AZN in Azerbaijan, at 1.10 AZN a litre.
Can you deliver the car to our hotel?
Yes, for 10 USD anywhere in Baku, or 15 USD to the airport.
Coming as a couple? Message us your dates and we will hold a small car.
