Sixt Car Rental launched a new loyalty program for US residents, known as Sixt One. The updated program has shifted to a spend-based model, which now features a new points earning structure, updated elite status levels, and the ability to redeem your points for car rental.
With over 2,200 locations (80 in the US) in over 105 countries, members can enjoy some valuable benefits (and even save time) just by signing up. Here’s what you need to know about the new program and how you can earn rewards on your next rental car.
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How to earn and redeem Sixt One points
With the new Sixt One program, members will earn rental points and status points on the base rate, mileage and protection charges. Since Sixt is a European-based company, points will be calculated in euros and credited to your account within a few business days.
Members will earn 1 point for every euro (approximately $1.15) spent on qualifying rentals (excluding taxes and fees). By accumulating rental points, members will be able to redeem rewards to save on reservations. A Sixt spokesperson confirmed to TPG that members will be able to cover up to seven days of car rentals using points.
To redeem your Sixt points, log into your account; After you select your vehicle, there will be a points payment option on the “Review Your Reservation” page. Fortunately, you can assign the number of points you want to redeem, which is great if you don’t have enough points to cover an entire car rental.
While you can use points to cover your reservation, you still must pay any applicable taxes, fees, surcharges, and additional product protections or add-ons.
Please note that rental points expire after 24 months.
Earn points with partner programs
If you’re not interested in earning Sixt One rental points, the program also partners with numerous airline and hotel brands. You can choose to earn points or miles with your preferred loyalty program.
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For example, Delta SkyMiles is a partner program. According Sixt One Partner PageYou can earn 2 miles per dollar spent on each rental. So if you value earning SkyMiles more, you could earn miles to help you book your next flight.
To change your earning preference, log into your account and click “Sixt One” in the top left corner. Then, scroll down and click “Change Rewards Program.”
Then you will click on “Partner Rewards Program” as the earning option. When booking a car rental through Sixt, you will be able to select the program with which you want to earn points or miles when completing your reservation.
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Sixt One Elite Status Levels
Before the loyalty program overhaul, Sixt One only had three tiers; the highest elite status level, Diamond, was by invitation only. The program now has four levels, featuring Silver as an entry level, which comes with notable perks.
Here is a breakdown of each status level and the benefits you will receive.
Silver Status (free to join)
- Earn status points (1 point for every euro, or approximately $1.15, spent on rentals, excluding taxes and fees)
- Skip the counter – use the Sixt app to check in online and skip the line (available at select locations)
- Priority service lanes (available in select locations)
- Members Only Offers
Gold Status (2000 Status Points)
You will receive the same benefits as Silver status, plus:
- Earn 10% more rental points
- Up to 10% discount
Platinum Status (4000 Status Points)
You will receive the same benefits as Gold, plus:
- Earn 20% more rental points
- Up to 15% discount
- Eligible for free updates
Diamond Status (6000 Status Points)
You’ll receive the same benefits as Platinum, plus:
- Earn 30% more rental points
- Up to 20% discount
- Access to the Diamond lounge
If you are flying from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or select locations In Europe, be sure to visit Sixt Diamond Lounge for eligible Elite members.
As a Diamond member, you’ll receive expedited VIP assistance from on-site car rental agents, plus:
- Priority access to premium cars
- Snack bar and soft drinks
- wifi
- Expedited check-in and check-out
Like most other loyalty programs, your Sixt One status is valid until the end of the following calendar year. For example, if you achieve Platinum status in June 2026, you will have Platinum status until December 2027. If you achieved Sixt status before the program review, you will maintain your existing status level as long as your account is still active and you enroll in Sixt One before November 2027.
In a nutshell
Whether you’re a frequent traveler or not, Sixt One is a free loyalty program that gives you perks and benefits right away. Seriously, it’s worth signing up just to get access to the priority lanes at the car rental counter, which can speed up your wait time.
With Sixt revamping its loyalty program to a spend-based model, it would be great to see elite status offered as a benefit on a premium credit card.
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