Running costs are straightforward once you know the local habits.
What to know
- Petrol stations along main corridors take cards; keep a little cash for remote pumps.
- Major toll stretches are limited — watch for booths on intercity corridors and keep change ready.
- Tirana parking is a mix of street zones and private lots. Photograph the ticket machine instructions.
Return the car with the same fuel level shown at pickup to avoid top-up fees.
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Is diesel common?
Yes. Match the fuel type on the filler flap — do not mix petrol and diesel.