What is Lotus Car Rental's MCC Code?
Lotus Car Rental uses MCC 7512 (Automobile Rental Agency). This Merchant Category Code is used by credit card networks to classify transactions at Lotus Car Rental.
When you use your credit card at Lotus Car Rental, the transaction is tagged with MCC 7512. Your credit card issuer uses this code to determine what rewards you earn—whether it's bonus miles, cashback, or base points.
Best Credit Cards for Lotus Car Rental
Woman's World MasterCard
4 MPDNot excluded
Cap: Cap at $1,000 a month
Note: Online spend only
UOB Visa Signature
4 MPDNot excluded
Cap: Must spend between $1,000 to $1,200 via contactless and $1,000 to $1,200 for FCY
Note: On Site: Local contactless spend between $1,000-$1,200 | FCY: Foreign currency transactions between $1,000-$1,200
Cards That Don't Earn Bonus
These cards earn base rewards (1 MPD) at Lotus Car Rental:
✗HSBC Revolution
✗OCBC Rewards
✗UOB Preferred Platinum Visa
✗Citibank Rewards MasterCard
✗UOB Lady's Card
✗UOB Lady's Solitaire
✗UOB KrisFlyer
Tips for Maximizing Rewards at Lotus Car Rental
- Use the card with the highest bonus rate for MCC 7512
- Track monthly caps to avoid missing out on bonus rewards
- Check if mobile wallet vs direct payment affects your rewards rate
- Verify the MCC before making large purchases to ensure bonus eligibility
- Consider having multiple cards to maximize rewards across different spending categories