Long Term Car Rental in Dubai: How It Works
Long term rental means keeping one car for six months, a year or longer on a fixed arrangement. The car stays registered and insured in the rental company’s name, and you pay one regular amount. Najd Rent a Car offers yearly terms alongside daily, weekly and monthly rental.
Written by the Najd Rent a Car team. Last reviewed .
What is the difference between monthly and long term rental?
A monthly rental renews one month at a time, so you can stop whenever your plans change. A long term rental commits both sides for a set period, usually a year. In return for that commitment the customer normally gets a better rate than twelve separate months, and the company can plan its fleet around you.
Our published monthly rates give you the starting point. A Nissan Sunny is AED 1,400 per month and a Mitsubishi Outlander is AED 4,200 per month. Ask us to price the same car on a yearly term and compare the two figures side by side.
Who is long term rental right for?
It suits residents on a fixed contract who do not want to buy and resell a car, companies that need vehicles for staff without putting them on the balance sheet, and anyone who values a predictable cost. It is less suitable if you might leave the country at short notice, because ending a fixed term early usually carries a charge.
What should a long term agreement cover?
Get these points in writing before you sign: the term and the rate, the annual or monthly mileage allowance, who arranges and pays for servicing, whether you receive a replacement car during servicing or repairs, the insurance excess, and the cost of ending early. A clear agreement on those six points prevents almost every dispute.
Cars mentioned in this guide
- 5 seats
- 2 bags
- Automatic
AED 420 per week · AED 1,400 per month
- 7 seats
- 3 bags
- Automatic
AED 1,200 per week · AED 4,200 per month
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Long term rental: questions people ask
Where can I get long term car rental in Dubai?
Najd Rent a Car offers yearly rental for individuals and companies from its office in Al Quoz Industrial Area 3. The company has held commercial licence 532541 from the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism since 2002 and runs 200+ vehicles, so it can commit a car to you for a full term.
Is long term car rental cheaper than monthly rental?
Usually, because you commit for longer. The saving depends on the car and the term, so ask for a yearly quote on the exact model and compare it with the published monthly rate multiplied by twelve.
Is it better to lease or buy a car in Dubai?
Buying can cost less over many years if you stay and keep the car. Long term rental costs less up front, removes resale risk and is easier to exit, which matters if your stay in the UAE is tied to a job contract.
Can I change cars during a long term rental?
That depends on the agreement. Raise it before you sign. With a fleet covering economy, SUV and executive models, Najd can discuss moving you to a different car if your needs change.
What is the cheapest car for a long term rental at Najd?
The Nissan Sunny and Mitsubishi Attrage have our lowest published monthly rate at AED 1,400. Yearly pricing is quoted on request.
Still have a question?
Call or WhatsApp 058 595 2763. Same number for both.