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Cheap Car Rentals in Tennessee from $71

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 Tennessee with a pick-up date of 15/11 and drop-off date of 17/11. 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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Tennessee car rentals in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Tennessee. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 16 October 2024.

Most common car type

Compact

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Tennessee?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Tennessee and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 16 October 2024.

January

$82

February

$82

March

$95

April

$100

May

$101

June

$106

July

$111

August

$95

September

$100

October

$103

November

$101

December

$95

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Tennessee is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Popular car types in Tennessee

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Tennessee and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 16 October 2024.

In Tennessee, there are 16,571 active hire locations from 327 car hire companies. small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Tennessee in the past week - currently priced from $71/day. View deals for 5 car types available to hire in this destination:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

People mover

People mover

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Luxury

Luxury

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Compare available car types for rental in Tennessee

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Tennessee to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 16 October 2024.

Small cars

$56 - $141

All Car Types

$77 - $145

To hire a small car in Tennessee, you would pay an average price of $97/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Tennessee (~$56/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$141/day). In fact, December is about 43% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Tennessee. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Tennessee, hiring a small car saves you 17% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Tennessee small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Tennessee, you would pay an average price of $110/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Tennessee (~$67/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~$155/day). In fact, October is about 40% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Tennessee. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Tennessee, hiring a medium car saves you 6% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Tennessee medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Tennessee, you would pay an average price of $88/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Tennessee (~$106/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~$259/day). In fact, March is about 19% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Tennessee. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Tennessee, hiring a large car saves you 24% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Tennessee large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in Tennessee, you would pay an average price of $100/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Tennessee (~$75/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~$180/day). In fact, October is about 25% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Tennessee. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Tennessee, hiring a SUV saves you 14% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Tennessee SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Kia Picanto$71/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto

Top rental agencies in Tennessee

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Tennessee known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Tennessee. Reviews were last updated on 16 October 2024.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.9
Good
151 reviews43 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Overall

7.9

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

Value

7.8

Budget

6.8
Okay
222 reviews20 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.2

Overall

6.7

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

6.9

Avis

6.6
Okay
130 reviews21 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.9

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

6.4

Dollar

6.2
Okay
100 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

7.0

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.1

Value

6.3

Thrifty

5.9
Fair
113 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.4

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

6.0

Hertz

5.8
Fair
404 reviews32 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.4

Comfort

6.5

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

5.9

Alamo

8.3
Very Good
98 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

8.1

Advantage

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Best Tennessee car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Tennessee. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Tennessee with an average daily rate of $116. Data was last updated on 16 October 2024.
Kia Picanto$71/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Volkswagen Passat$72/day
5
M
A/C
Volkswagen Passat
Hyundai i20$82/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai i20

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Tennessee, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 16 October 2024.
  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Tennessee?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Tennessee from the following companies over the past two weeks: Dollar ($71/day), Hertz ($103/day), and Alamo ($124/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Tennessee?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (8.4 rating), National (8.1 rating) and Silvercar (8.1 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Tennessee.

  • What are petrol prices like in Tennessee?

    The average price of petrol in Tennessee is $1.55/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $70 and $100 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Tennessee for a week from Thrifty?

    Thrifty is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Tennessee. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about $1,206 per week.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Tennessee for the best price?

    Our data suggests that booking early can save you up to 32% on a hire car in Tennessee. Take advantage of below-average prices by booking at least 7 days prior to your desired date.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Tennessee?

    The length of time you can book a rental for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Tennessee it should be possible to rent a car for a whole month if needed.

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Car rentals by fuel type in Tennessee

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Tennessee. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Tennessee. Deals were last updated on 16 October 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Tennessee. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest ($85+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

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