Most of Spain’s rental fleet is manual, so automatics in Javea are a minority and sell out first in summer. If you only drive automatic, book before anyone else: it is the first car type to disappear.
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Typical prices (€/day, one-week rental)
| Type | Low season | High season |
|---|---|---|
| Economy (reference) | 9–17 € | 28–50 € |
| Automatic | 13–26 € | 39–75 € |
When to book: 4–8 weeks ahead in general; for July-August and for this specific car type, 2–3 months — the specific fleet is limited.
Pros and cons
- ✅ Total comfort in traffic and mountain roads
- ✅ Essential if your licence is from an "automatic" country (US, etc.)
- ⚠️ Costs 40-50% more than the equivalent manual
- ⚠️ Limited fleet: without early booking there may be none
Availability and companies
Traditional companies (Sixt, Europcar, Hertz) carry more automatics than budget brands. Filter by "automatic" in the comparison engine to see the real availability.
FAQ
Why are automatics more expensive in Javea?
Because they are scarce: the Spanish fleet is mostly manual while foreign demand for automatics is high, especially in summer.
How far ahead should I book an automatic?
For July-August, 2-3 months. Rest of the year, 3-4 weeks is usually enough.