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Cheap Car Rentals in Madison from $122

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Madison with a pick-up date of 14/7 and drop-off date of 27/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Popular car types in Madison

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Madison and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 2 July 2025.

There are currently 20 hire locations operating in Madison spread across 10 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Madison is SUV at $122 a day. Below are all the 5 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Passenger van

Passenger van

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Best car rental deals found in Madison

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Madison. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Madison with an average daily rate of $197. Data was last updated on 2 July 2025.
These are some of the most attractive options when it comes to renting a car in Madison. Deals are updated frequently so be sure to check back soon for more options.
Ford EcoSport$122/day
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A/C
Ford EcoSport
Volkswagen Passat$124/day
5
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A/C
Volkswagen Passat
Toyota Yaris$124/day
2
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A/C
Toyota Yaris

Cheapflights insights for Madison car rentals

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Madison, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Madison?

For the best savings on car rentals in Madison, make your reservation 7 days before pickup. The average price then is just $92/day – about 46% less than the yearly average.

What is the best car rental company in Madison?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Madison is Hertz (rated 5.7/10 with 52 reviews). Alamo (rated 9.5/10 with 7 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Madison?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Madison is January, when you can expect to pay $72/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Madison is July ($130/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.

January

$72

February

$80

March

$103

April

$93

May

$103

June

$123

July

$130

August

$123

September

$100

October

$110

November

$95

December

$95

What car do most people hire in Madison?

Intermediate cars (Acura TLX, for example) are the most popular in Madison. Full-size (Chevrolet Tahoe) and Standard (Volkswagen Passat) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Madison.

Which car hire company has the most locations in Madison?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 5 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Avis has the second-highest number of locations in Madison at 3.

Top rental agencies in Madison

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Madison known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Madison. Reviews were last updated on 2 July 2025.
Book your reservation with one of the top rental car agencies located in Madison, including Hertz, Alamo and National. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.

Hertz

5.7
Fair
52 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.1

Comfort

6.6

Overall

5.7

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

5.8

Alamo

9.5
Wonderful
7 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

9.5

Overall

9.2

Pick-up/drop-off

9.2

Value

9.3

National

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

6.0

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.9
Good
10 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.8

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

7.4

Budget

7.8
Good
7 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.9

Value

7.7

Dollar

1 location

Avis

6.5
Okay
7 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

7.6

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

6.3

Thrifty

2.0
Poor
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

2.0

Comfort

2.0

Overall

2.0

Pick-up/drop-off

2.0

Value

2.0

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Madison, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 2 July 2025.
  • Can I rent a car for a month in Madison?

    Yes, cars are available to be rented out for an entire month in Madison.

Car rentals by fuel type in Madison

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Madison. Deals were last updated on 2 July 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Madison. There is currently 1 fuel type to choose from.

Electric

Electric

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