Tennessee

Cheap Car Hire in Tennessee from $54

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a car hire in Tennessee with a pick-up date of 9/5 and drop-off date of 14/5. 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.
Nashville, TN, United States
4 May — 11 May
Driver's age: 26-65
Nashville, TN, United States
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Tennessee car hires 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 27 April 2024.

Most popular company

Hertz

Most common car type

Economy

Average price per day

$128

Cheapest price per day

$54

Tennessee car hire prices in popular cities

Discover the price range for hiring a car in popular cities across Tennessee, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 120 pickup locations in Tennessee to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 27 April 2024.

Price

$88 - $112

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 27 April 2024.

January

$76

February

$76

March

$87

April

$93

May

$94

June

$96

July

$97

August

$85

September

$91

October

$94

November

$94

December

$88

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 27 April 2024.

There are currently 15,448 hire locations operating in Tennessee spread across 307 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Tennessee is small car at $54 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

Full-size

Full-size

SUV

SUV

People mover

People mover

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Premium

Premium

Luxury

Luxury

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Standard estate car

Standard estate car

Compare available car types for hire 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 27 April 2024.

Small cars

$76 - $126

All Car Types

$104 - $168

To hire a small car in Tennessee, you would pay an average price of $109/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Tennessee (~$76/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~$126/day). In fact, January is about 31% 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 18% 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 $123/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Tennessee (~$79/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~$150/day). In fact, February is about 37% 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 8% 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 $160/day. September 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 May (~$214/day). In fact, September is about 34% 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 is 17% more expensive. 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 $139/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Tennessee (~$97/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~$239/day). In fact, September is about 31% 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 is 4% more expensive. 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:

To hire a van in Tennessee, you would pay an average price of $136/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a van in Tennessee (~$108/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~$242/day). In fact, September is about 22% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Tennessee. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Tennessee, hiring a van is 3% more expensive. 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.

To hire a pickup truck in Tennessee, you would pay an average price of $68/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a pickup truck in Tennessee (~$86/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$145/day). In fact, January is about 26% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a pickup truck hire for Tennessee. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Tennessee, hiring a pickup truck saves you 50% 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 pickup truck hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a luxury car in Tennessee, you would pay an average price of $135/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in Tennessee (~$99/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~$237/day). In fact, September is about 27% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car hire for Tennessee. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Tennessee, hiring a luxury car is 1% more expensive. 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.

Hyundai i30$54/day
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Toyota Corolla$61/day
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Toyota Corolla
Kia Picanto$69/day
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Top hire 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 27 April 2024.
Hire a car with one of the top providers serving the Tennessee region, including those located within the Memphis, Nashville and Blountville area. Make sure to take a look at reviews from past customers, daily rate and other charges, and pickup location before making your decision.

Alamo

8.3
Very Good
324 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

8.1

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.9
Good
411 reviews42 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.2

Overall

7.9

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

Value

7.8

Budget

6.7
Okay
317 reviews18 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.7

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

6.8

Avis

6.5
Okay
171 reviews19 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

6.4

Thrifty

6.3
Okay
250 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.2

Value

6.3

Dollar

6.3
Okay
215 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

7.0

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.1

Value

6.4

Hertz

5.9
Fair
706 reviews29 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.5

Comfort

6.6

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

5.9

Payless

5.6
Fair
125 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.7

Overall

5.6

Pick-up/drop-off

5.1

Value

5.8

Best Tennessee car hire 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 $86. Data was last updated on 27 April 2024.
Take a peek at some options we've found for car hires in Tennessee, including locations near Memphis, Nashville and Blountville. Make sure to examine important information for each deal, including price, car type, and pickup location.
Hyundai i30$54/day
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Hyundai i30
Toyota Camry$58/day
5
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A/C
Toyota Camry
Toyota Corolla$61/day
5
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A/C
Toyota Corolla

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Tennessee, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 27 April 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Tennessee?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $132/day when booking a car hire in Tennessee. The absolute best deal a user found was for $74/day from Hertz, booked on Apr. 21.

  • 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: Turo ($54/day), Dollar ($61/day), and Hertz ($74/day).

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Super Cheap (10.0 rating), Silvercar (8.6 rating) and Alamo (8.5 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 $1.58/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $71 and $102 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Hertz is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Tennessee. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about $768 per week.

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

    Booking early almost always ensures you have more options of car models to choose from, as well as prices reduced by up to 29% to make it a great deal in Tennessee. Try to book at least 7 days prior to when you need the car hire to close on a rate below the average.

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

    Yes, hiring a vehicle in Tennessee for a month is certainly possible.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Tennessee for a month?

    You can potentially save up to 48% on a month-long rental by booking with Hertz. Hertz is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car in Tennessee can cost you on average $3,290 a month or $110 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.

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Small car hires in Tennessee

Find small car hire deals in Tennessee from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car hires in Tennessee cost an average of $56 per day. Price data was last updated on 27 April 2024.
Nissan March$56/day
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A/C
Nissan March
Nissan Micra$56/day
2
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A/C
Nissan Micra
Nissan March$56/day
2
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A/C
Nissan March

Van hires in Tennessee

Find van hire deals in Tennessee from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. van hires in Tennessee cost an average of $90 per day. Price data was last updated on 27 April 2024.
To help you find the right van hire during your time in Tennessee, we've assembled these deals, with options in the Memphis, Nashville and Blountville area. We're constantly updating these deals so check back soon if you don't find what you're looking for.
Toyota HiAce$63/day
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Toyota HiAce
Toyota HiAce$63/day
5
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A/C
Toyota HiAce
Toyota HiAce$63/day
5
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A/C
Toyota HiAce

Car hires by fuel type in Tennessee

Browse car hires by fuel type in Tennessee. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Tennessee. Deals were last updated on 27 April 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Tennessee. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest ($40+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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