Renting a car in Calgary gives you freedom of movement, but fuel costs can significantly impact your budget. To make an informed choice, you need to consider fuel prices, car efficiency, and your routes. Here is a step-by-step plan for comparing costs.
As of May 2025, the average prices in Calgary are:
Fuel type | Average price (CAD/l) |
---|---|
Gasoline (Regular) | 1.479 |
Diesel | 1.53 |
Premium gasoline | 1.729 |
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Formula: Cost = (Distance in km × Fuel consumption l/100 km × Price per liter) / 100
Example for the Calgary–Banff route (260 km round trip):
Car class | Model | Fuel consumption (l/100 km) | Distance (km) | Fuel costs (CAD) |
---|---|---|---|---|
Economy | Toyota Corolla | 6.7 | 520 | 51.6 |
SUV | SUV | 10 | 520 | 77.1 |
Hybrid | Toyota Prius | 4.8 | 520 | 36.8 |
Class | Model | Fuel consumption (l/100 km) |
---|---|---|
Economy (Compact) | Hyundai Elantra | 6.6 |
Crossover | Kia Niro Hybrid | 4.8 |
SUV | Ford Escape Hybrid | 5.8 |
Pickup | Ford Maverick Hybrid | 9.6 |
Average rental prices (May 2025):
To minimize costs: rent a hybrid or economy car, plan your routes, and keep an eye out for fuel deals. Use apps to compare prices and take into account average costs — this can help you save up to 30% of your transportation budget.