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How far in advance should I hire a car in Merced?
Book your rental car in Merced 65 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car rental prices are around $60/day on average when booked 65 days ahead, which saves you 9% off the average price.
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Merced is Avis (rated 10.0/10). Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 5.5/10 with 6 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
Avis
10.0
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
5.5
Budget
5.3
Dollar
5.3
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Merced?
At Merced, the best time to rent a car is at December, with an average daily rate of just $84. Conversely, June is the priciest month, averaging $163 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Merced, the best time to rent a car is in December, with an average daily rate of just $84. Conversely, June is the priciest month, averaging $163 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.
January
$88
February
$103
March
$115
April
$100
May
$131
June
$163
July
$126
August
$120
September
$110
October
$108
November
$112
December
$84
What car do most people hire in Merced?
Intermediate cars (Toyota Corolla or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Merced. SUV cars (Kia Sorento or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Standard cars (Hyundai Sonata or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Merced?
Both Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Avis have 2 locations in Merced, more than any other rental company in the area.
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Merced known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 6 car hire companies in Merced. Reviews were last updated on 13 September 2026.
I took an Uber to pick up my rental. When I arrive the agent said they didn’t have anymore vehicles available, they “only had 1x jeep, but it’s windshield was broken”. I then walked outside and had to get another $30 Uber to get back home. As I was waiting for this Uber, the agent locked up the office 30min early, jumped into that same jeep, that now didn’t have a broken windshield with her 2x kids and her husband/boyfriend driving.
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Merced, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 13 September 2026.
Can I rent a car for a month in Merced?
Yes, cars are available to be rented out for an entire month in Merced.
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