Sixt launches new loyalty program: Earn and redeem points, elite status, and more
Sixt Rent a Car has launched a new loyalty program for U.S. residents called Sixt One. The updated program has moved to a spend-based model that now features a new points earning structure, updated elite tiers, and the ability to redeem points for car rentals.
With more than 2,200 locations in more than 105 countries (over 100 in the U.S.), members can enjoy some valuable (and even time-saving) benefits simply by signing up. Here’s information about the new program and how to get rewards on your next rental car.
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How to earn and redeem Sixt One points
Members will earn rental points through new Sixt One program and Status points for base rate, mileage and protection fee. Since Sixt is a European company, points will be calculated in Euros and credited to your account within a few working days.
Members earn 1 point for every €1 (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 booking fees. A spokesperson for Sixt confirmed to TPG that members will be able to use points to pay for car rentals for up to seven days.
To redeem your Sixt Points, log into your account; once you select your vehicle, there will be a Points payment option on the View Your Booking page. Fortunately, you can allocate the number of points you want to redeem, which is useful if you don’t have enough points to cover the full cost of a car rental.
Although you may use Points to pay for your reservation, you will still be responsible for applicable taxes, fees, surcharges and additional product protection or add-on services.
Please note that rental credits will expire after 24 months.
Earn points through partner programs
If you’re not interested in earning Sixt One rental points, the program also partners with numerous airlines and hotel brands. You can choose to earn points or miles through your preferred loyalty program.
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For example, Delta SkyMiles is a partner program. According to Sixt One’s partner page, you can earn 2 miles per $1 spent on each rental. So if earning SkyMiles is more important to you, you can earn miles to help book your next flight.
To change your earnings preferences, log into your account and click “Sixt One” in the upper left corner. Then, scroll down to the bottom and click “Change Rewards Plan.”
You will then click on “Partner Rewards Program” as your earning option. When you book a car rental through Sixt, you will be able to select the program in which you want to earn points or miles when completing your booking.
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Sixt One elite status level
Before the loyalty program revamp, Sixt One had only three tiers; the highest elite status tier – Diamond – was by invitation only. The program now has four levels, with the introduction of Silver as the entry-level level, which comes with significant benefits.
Here are the details for each status level and the benefits you’ll receive.
Silver Membership (free to join)
- Earn Tier Points (1 point per €1, approximately $1.15 USD, for rentals, excluding taxes and fees)
- Skip-the-counter check-in: Use the Sixt app to check in online and skip the lines (available at select locations)
- Priority service lanes (available at select locations)
- Members only offers
Gold level (2,000 level points)
You’ll receive the same benefits as Silver status, plus:
- Earn an extra 10% in rental points
- Up to 10% discount
Platinum Level (4,000 Level Points)
You’ll receive the same benefits as a Gold member, plus:
- Earn an extra 20% in rental points
- Up to 15% discount
- Eligible for free upgrade
Diamond level (6,000 level points)
You’ll get the same benefits as the Platinum Card, plus:
- Earn 30% more rental points
- Up to 20% discount
- Diamond Lounge Access
If you’re flying out of Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or certain locations in Europe, be sure to check out the Sixt Diamond Lounge for eligible elite membership.
As a Diamond member, you will receive expedited VIP assistance from an on-site rental car agent, plus:
- Priority access to luxury cars
- Snack bar and refreshments
- Wifi
- Express check-in and check-out
Like most other loyalty programs, your Sixt One membership is valid until the end of the following calendar year. For example, if you obtain Platinum status in June 2026, you will have Platinum status until December 2027. If you obtained a Sixt membership before the program was overhauled, you will retain your existing membership tier as long as your account is still active and you signed up for Sixt One before November 2027.
bottom line
Whether you travel frequently or not, Sixt One is a free-to-join loyalty program that gives you perks and perks right away. Seriously, it’s worth signing up to get priority access to the rental car desk, which can shorten your wait time.
As Sixt revamps its loyalty program to a spend-based model, it’s nice to see elite status as a perk with a premium credit card.
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