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Cheap Car Hire in Tennessee from R649

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 3/2 and drop-off date of 28/2. 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 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 3 December 2024.

Most common car type

Full-size

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 3 December 2024.

January

R907

February

R907

March

R1 052

April

R1 107

May

R1 125

June

R1 197

July

R1 234

August

R1 070

September

R1 107

October

R1 197

November

R1 034

December

R1 016

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 3 December 2024.

In Tennessee, there are 17 068 active hire locations from 329 car hire companies. SUV is the cheapest car type to hire in Tennessee in the past week - currently priced from R649/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 carrier

People carrier

R1 049+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Premium

Premium

Luxury

Luxury

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

R1 343+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Standard SUV

Standard 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 3 December 2024.

Small cars

R553 - R4 695

All Car Types

R725 - R3 491

To hire a small car in Tennessee, you would pay an average price of R950/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Tennessee (~R553/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~R4 695/day). In fact, November is about 42% 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, renting a small car saves you 30% 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 R1 236/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Tennessee (~R634/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~R3 177/day). In fact, September is about 49% 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, renting a medium car saves you 9% 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 R903/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Tennessee (~R1 037/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~R3 213/day). In fact, May is about 14% 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, renting a large car saves you 33% 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 R1 032/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Tennessee (~R668/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~R3 910/day). In fact, February is about 36% 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, renting a SUV 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 SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Toyota Corolla QuestR677/day
4
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A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest

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 3 December 2024.
Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in Tennessee, including pickup locations serving Nashville, Knoxville and Memphis. Make sure to take a look at reviews from past customers, daily rate and other charges, and pickup location before making your decision.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7,9
Good
144 reviews43 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

8,2

Overall

7,8

Pick-up/drop-off

7,8

Value

7,7

Budget

6,7
Okay
208 reviews18 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,1

Comfort

7,1

Overall

6,7

Pick-up/drop-off

6,7

Value

6,8

Avis

6,4
Okay
128 reviews19 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,6

Comfort

6,8

Overall

6,4

Pick-up/drop-off

6,6

Value

6,3

Hertz

5,7
Fair
410 reviews31 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,3

Comfort

6,5

Overall

5,7

Pick-up/drop-off

5,8

Value

5,8

Thrifty

5,7
Fair
110 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,5

Comfort

6,2

Overall

5,6

Pick-up/drop-off

5,6

Value

5,8

Alamo

8,3
Very Good
86 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,4

Comfort

8,6

Overall

8,3

Pick-up/drop-off

8,3

Value

8,1

Dollar

6,1
Okay
97 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,8

Comfort

6,9

Overall

6,1

Pick-up/drop-off

5,9

Value

6,2

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 hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Tennessee. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Tennessee with an average daily rate of R823. Data was last updated on 3 December 2024.
We've found these great deals on car hires in Tennessee, including options within the Nashville, Knoxville and Memphis area. If these deals don't appeal to you, check back very soon as they are being updated frequently.
Toyota RAV4R649/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota RAV4
Toyota Corolla QuestR677/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest
Audi A3R682/day
5
4
M
A/C
Audi A3

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Tennessee, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 3 December 2024.
  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Tennessee?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Tennessee from the following companies over the past two weeks: Avis (R649/day), Alamo (R677/day), and Dollar (R694/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 Carl's (8,0 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 R16,34/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R735 and R1 062 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Budget is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Tennessee. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about R5 095 per week.

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

    Booking in advance not only ensures a better chance of getting your vehicle of choice, it can save you up to 36% on your car hire. For a below average price in Tennessee, Cheapflights recommends booking your car hire at least 7 days in advance.

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

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

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 3 December 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Tennessee. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (R45+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

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