Cars can be hired in most Turkish cities and resorts and reserved online. Small local rental companies may have the lowest rates. They may have decent cars adequate for sightseeing in the immediate area, but if you wander farther afield you may want the security of a larger company with multiple offices and larger staff. If you have a mishap or breakdown, a larger company will be able to come to your aid more quickly and expertly.

Turkish rental cars tend to be smaller European and Asian models with standard transmission and radio. They're usually described as "5-passenger" cars, but five adults do not ride comfortably for long distances; rather, they're good for two to four adults, or two adults and one or two children, and not a lot of luggage. Their small engines make hauling four adults and their luggage a slow process. More expensive cars are larger, more comfortable and more powerful. Here are car descriptions.

Child safety seats are often available (for a fee), but you should reserve yours in advance to make sure it's there for you.

The actual price depends on the season of the year, the rental location, the rental agency, the type and condition of the car, the length of the rental period, and the type of insurance you purchase. (Check prices here.)

If you ask that the car be delivered to a town or place in which the rental company does not have an office, you may be charged a delivery fee from the company's nearest office to the delivery point). Likewise, if you do not return the car to the same office at which you rented it, you may be charged a transfer fee.