A collapsible cup holder for an automobile comprises a base, a tray slidably supported on the base and slidable between an extended position, wherein the tray extends laterally outward from the base, and a recessed position, wherein the tray is recessed within the base, and a cup support slidably supported on the tray and slidable between an open position relative to the tray, wherein the cup support and the tray define a space adapted to removably receive a beverage container, and a closed position relative to the tray, wherein when the tray is moved from the extended position to the recessed position, the cup support is adapted to move from the open position to the closed position, and to fit within the base in an overlapping relationship with the tray.