Clean vehicles
Several customers received clean, well-maintained cars, including two described as brand new at handover.
Autostrad Rent A Car, Dubai South
Dubai South
Autostrad Rent A Car is a car rental agency serving Dubai South, with rentals arranged for local trips, monthly use and airport handovers. Reviews highlight clean, well-maintained vehicles and staff who explain the paperwork clearly, while the business also advertises home delivery and flexible-kilometre options.
Reputation Score
4.5
★★★★★
145 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Clear terms
One customer said the booking terms were transparent, with no hidden charges or unpleasant surprises.
Quick handover
Airport and branch collection and return were described as quick, smooth and easy in several reviews.
Airport service
Customers reported smooth collection and return at Al Maktoum Airport, including an on-time vehicle delivery.
Helpful explanations
A first-time Dubai renter said the team explained the rental process and familiarised them with the relevant apps.
Replacement help
One customer reported receiving a replacement after a late-night breakdown near Jebel Ali.
Flexible upgrades
A customer received an upgrade from a Mitsubishi to a Nissan and had the car sent to Business Bay for collection.
Tips for a Better Visit
Confirm deposits. Ask for the exact deposit-release date in writing; one renter was still waiting after the promised one-month period.
Check documents. For Oman travel, confirm the physical Mulkiya, NOC and the specific border before collection.
Verify location. If you expect an airport office, confirm the arrangement first: one review says the branch had no office at the airport.
Film handover. Record the car, fuel level and return condition; one customer filmed the return after leaving the key inside.
Inspect features. Test requested features such as CarPlay before leaving, since one renter received replacements without it.
Check condition. Test alignment, brakes and starting before driving away, especially if taking a replacement or travelling at speed.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Madinat Al Maktoum - next to Lulu Hypermarket complex
Madinat Al Mataar - Dubai South, Dubai
| Mon | 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Tue | 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Wed | 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Thu | 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Fri | 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Sat | 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Sun | 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
Popular Mentions
Nissan Altima 2024
A customer specifically rented a Nissan Altima 2024 and described the car and team positively.
trip to Oman
Oman-bound rentals appear in reviews, including requests for cross-border paperwork and border-valid documentation.
monthly company rental
The branch has handled monthly company rentals, although one enquiry received slow and incomplete replies.
Apple CarPlay
Apple CarPlay is a feature customers have requested, so confirm it is installed and working in the assigned vehicle.
Common Concerns
Deposit delays
Reviews describe security deposits or refunds taking more than a month, sometimes requiring repeated follow-up.
Poor communication
Some customers reported unanswered messages, delayed replies and calls that were not returned when problems arose.
Missed deliveries
One customer said scheduled deliveries were missed without notice, including a wait that lasted until 10 PM.
Vehicle issues
Reviews mention cars arriving dirty, running low on fuel, stalling, braking concerns and alignment problems.
Border confusion
An Oman-bound renter reported missing physical documents, an invalid NOC at one border and a lower-rate replacement without a rate adjustment.
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The Bottom Line
Autostrad Rent A Car serves Dubai South with local rentals, monthly company bookings and airport handovers. Customers have rented vehicles including a Nissan Altima 2024, collected cars at Al Maktoum Airport and arranged longer trips such as Oman travel. The strongest reviews describe clean or brand-new cars, quick pick-up and drop-off, and staff who explain the process clearly.
The experience is not consistent. Some renters report smooth communication, transparent terms and prompt help after a breakdown, while others describe unanswered messages, missed delivery appointments and replacement cars that arrived dirty, empty of fuel or mechanically problematic. A brake complaint reportedly went without a replacement, and one customer waited more than a month for a refund or deposit release.
Airport logistics deserve attention: one customer was not told there was no office at the airport. If you are crossing into Oman, confirm the physical Mulkiya, NOC, valid border and every fee before collecting the car; one booking involved several hours of delays and a vehicle swap. Photograph the car and fuel level at handover and return, test requested features such as Apple CarPlay, and keep written confirmation of deposit timing.
The branch can be worth considering when the handover is well coordinated, but time-sensitive bookings need careful checking.