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No. 3 of 37 at FCO

Automania

at Rome Fiumicino "Leonardo da Vinci" Airport

Shuttle
Counterwise Score 7.5 out of 10, rated Mixed.Medium consensusCheck prices ↓

At a glance

  • Automania at Rome Fiumicino "Leonardo da Vinci" Airport is ranked No. 3 of 37 car rental desks at the airport, with a Counterwise Score of 7.5/10 (Mixed).
  • The Automania desk is off-site, reached by shuttle from Rome Fiumicino Airport (ride time not confirmed yet).
  • The credit card rule is not confirmed yet; the deposit amount is not confirmed yet.
  • Fuel policy: full to full. Opening hours: 08:00–22:00 daily (night pick-up surcharges EUR 61 for 22:01–23:59 and EUR 122 for 00:00–07:59).
  • Main red flag from travellers: Several recent reviews report unexpected charges: a charge deducted from the deposit for minor marks said to be pre-existing, high late-return fees, and an insurance add-on the customer says they did not request..

Based on 87 reviews analysed · Last updated · How scores work

The short version

Based on 77 relevant Google reviews with text or useful content (5 of 92 excluded, 10 more with stars only), travellers mostly report quick shuttle pickup, clean cars, friendly staff and fast deposit release. A minority of recent reviews report unexpected charges, long shuttle waits, a car breakdown or a lower-class car than booked, so check the paperwork and allow extra time on return. The desk is off-site and reached by shuttle, and web evidence is mainly aggregator and review-site pages.

AI-assisted summary of 87 recent Google reviews and web reports, reviewed by our editor on 13 November 2026. How we do it

Score breakdown

Each sub-score is out of 10. Higher is always better for you. How the weights work

Deposit & damage disputes(30% of score)

Mixed7.5/10

How often travellers report surprise damage charges, slow deposit refunds or disputed scratches. Based on 14 reports · medium confidence.

Counter upselling(20% of score)

Great8.0/10

Pressure to buy extra insurance, upgrades or add-ons at the desk. Higher means less pressure. Based on 7 reports · medium confidence.

Booking honoured(20% of score)

Mixed7.5/10

Whether you get the car category and the price you booked, without new fees at the counter. Based on 12 reports · medium confidence.

Queue time(15% of score)

Mixed7.0/10

Typical wait from reaching the desk (or shuttle stop) to holding the keys. Based on 25 reports · high confidence.

Car condition(15% of score)

Great8.0/10

Cleanliness, mileage and mechanical state of the cars handed out. Based on 28 reports · high confidence.

How this score was built

  • AI analysis of reviews and web reports (the sub-scores above, weighted): 7.6 · counts 70%
  • Star ratings on review platforms, rescaled against all desks we rate: 9.8 · counts 30%
  • 5 of 92 recent reviews excluded as unreliable (solicited staff praise, duplicates, broker-only disputes). How we clean reviews
  • Pulled 21% toward the airport average, because recent reviews are few (56 after weighting by age).

Medium consensusOur independent signals mostly agree, with some differences.

What travellers flag

Red flags (3)

  • Several recent reviews report unexpected charges: a charge deducted from the deposit for minor marks said to be pre-existing, high late-return fees, and an insurance add-on the customer says they did not request.
  • Several recent reviews report mechanical or safety problems with the car or transfer van (breakdown with slow roadside help, an electrical fault, warning lights), and customers felt support was weak.
  • Some reviews mention shuttle waits, a late or slow pickup and thin staffing at the off-airport station, with one traveller nearly missing a flight on return. The desk is not in the airport rental area.autorentwiz.com

Green flags (5)

  • Many reviews describe quick pickup and return with a free shuttle in both directions, often in about 5 to 30 minutes, with WhatsApp contact arranged before arrival.trustpilot.com
  • A large share of reviews describe clean, new or recently registered cars, sometimes upgraded at no extra cost.
  • Several reviews report deposits released within minutes or the same day and relatively low deposits.
  • Existing damage is reported as photographed or noted at pickup in several reviews, which helps avoid disputes at return.
  • Debit cards are reported as accepted by several reviewers, and a recent price-comparison guide notes deals needing no card at pickup. Check the terms of your own booking.autorentwiz.comautorentwiz.com

Practical facts

LocationOff-site, by shuttle (ride time not confirmed yet)source
Opening hours08:00–22:00 daily (night pick-up surcharges EUR 61 for 22:01–23:59 and EUR 122 for 00:00–07:59)source
Credit card requiredNot confirmed yet
Typical depositNot confirmed yet
Fuel policyFull to fullsource
Shares the desk withNo other brands

“Not confirmed yet” means we have not verified that fact yet. We never guess.

Sources

Web pages behind this rating’s facts and flags, found through search APIs. The review analysis also used 87 recent Google reviews of this desk, which we do not republish.

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Automania at Rome Fiumicino Airport: questions and answers

Is Automania at Rome Fiumicino Airport any good?

Automania at Rome Fiumicino "Leonardo da Vinci" Airport has a Counterwise Score of 7.5/10 (Mixed) and is ranked No. 3 of 37 desks at the airport. Main green flag: Many reviews describe quick pickup and return with a free shuttle in both directions, often in about 5 to 30 minutes, with WhatsApp contact arranged before arrival.. Main red flag: Several recent reviews report unexpected charges: a charge deducted from the deposit for minor marks said to be pre-existing, high late-return fees, and an insurance add-on the customer says they did not request..

Do I need a credit card to rent from Automania at Rome Fiumicino Airport?

Not confirmed yet. We have not yet confirmed whether Automania at Rome Fiumicino "Leonardo da Vinci" Airport accepts debit cards for the deposit. Check the rental terms when you book.

How much is the deposit at Automania at Rome Fiumicino Airport?

The deposit amount at Automania at Rome Fiumicino "Leonardo da Vinci" Airport is not confirmed yet. Check the rental terms when you book. The lowest confirmed starting deposit at this airport is at Locauto (€100–€500).

Where is the Automania desk at Rome Fiumicino Airport?

The Automania desk is off-site, reached by shuttle from Rome Fiumicino Airport (ride time not confirmed yet).

What are the opening hours of Automania at Rome Fiumicino Airport?

Automania at Rome Fiumicino "Leonardo da Vinci" Airport is open 08:00–22:00 daily (night pick-up surcharges EUR 61 for 22:01–23:59 and EUR 122 for 00:00–07:59). Fuel policy: full to full.

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