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Cheap Car Hire in Tennessee

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Tennessee car hires in 2025

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 8 March 2025.

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 8 March 2025.

January

R872

February

R963

March

R1 054

April

R1 090

May

R1 126

June

R1 199

July

R1 236

August

R1 054

September

R1 090

October

R1 199

November

R1 054

December

R945

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.

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 8 March 2025.

Small cars

R900 - R1 684

All Car Types

R789 - R3 496

To hire a small car in Tennessee, you would pay an average price of R586/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Tennessee (~R900/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~R1 684/day). In fact, September is about 53% 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 58% 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.

To hire a medium car in Tennessee, you would pay an average price of R1 136/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Tennessee (~R635/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~R3 182/day). In fact, September is about 45% 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 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.

To hire a large car in Tennessee, you would pay an average price of R896/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Tennessee (~R1 004/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~R2 663/day). In fact, March is about 12% 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 36% 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.

To hire a SUV in Tennessee, you would pay an average price of R1 314/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Tennessee (~R748/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~R4 356/day). In fact, May is about 44% 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 5% 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.

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 8 March 2025.
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

7,7
Good
119 reviews29 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

8,1

Overall

7,7

Pick-up/drop-off

7,7

Value

7,6

Budget

6,8
Okay
206 reviews14 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,2

Comfort

7,2

Overall

6,8

Pick-up/drop-off

6,8

Value

6,8

Avis

6,4
Okay
122 reviews15 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,6

Comfort

6,8

Overall

6,4

Pick-up/drop-off

6,6

Value

6,2

Hertz

5,7
Fair
380 reviews24 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,3

Comfort

6,5

Overall

5,7

Pick-up/drop-off

5,7

Value

5,8

Alamo

8,5
Very Good
91 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,5

Comfort

8,7

Overall

8,4

Pick-up/drop-off

8,4

Value

8,3

Dollar

6,1
Okay
95 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,9

Comfort

6,8

Overall

6,1

Pick-up/drop-off

5,9

Value

6,2

Thrifty

5,5
Fair
98 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,3

Comfort

6,1

Overall

5,5

Pick-up/drop-off

5,5

Value

5,8

Resla

10,0
Wonderful
2 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

10,0

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Tennessee, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 8 March 2025.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Tennessee?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Resla (10,0 rating), Silvercar (9,1 rating) and Alamo (8,4 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 R16,36/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R736 and R1 063 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 R9 633 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 35% 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.

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