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Cheap SUV Rentals in Chattanooga
| Intermediate SUV | $45/day |
| Full-size SUV | $57/day |
| Standard SUV | $45/day |
| Compact SUV | $43/day |
| Premium SUV | $38/day |
| Luxury SUV | $51/day |
| SUV | $113/day |
| Luxury SUV | $212/day |
| Premium SUV | $56/day |
Top Tips for Renting an SUV in Chattanooga
- Chattanooga SUV rentals are a great way to get around this charming southern Tennessee city. Chattanooga is surrounded by beautiful nature and lots of outdoor attractions, so an SUV with four-wheel drive will be beneficial when exploring the rough terrain. An SUV also provides plenty of space for extra passengers or camping or hiking gear. Furthermore, you’ll blend in seamlessly with the locals as this car type is quite popular in this area. Explore Chattanooga like a local in comfort and style in Chattanooga SUV rentals.
- Chattanooga, Tennessee, is mainly served by Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (CHA). You can pick up Chattanooga SUV rentals directly from here, allowing you to start your adventure right after you land. There are plenty of car rental agencies on site, including Budget, Avis, Alamo, Dollar, and others. These companies have desks in the arrivals area of the airport near the baggage claim, making access to your SUV rentals in Chattanooga quick and easy.
- Driving in Chattanooga can be somewhat challenging, but it’s made easier with Chattanooga SUV rentals. The area is mountainous and the roads can be winding, but they are typically paved and in good condition. Local drivers tend to be somewhat aggressive, but they still follow the rules of the road most of the time. You may also need to watch out for wildlife on the roads especially when outside of urban areas. Within the city center, the roads can be narrow and crowded, so you will need to be cautious.
- The main challenge you’ll face when driving SUV rentals in Chattanooga will be the rough terrain. The hilly roads and sharp turns in the mountains can be challenging and dangerous to navigate, especially in the dark or during rain or snow. This is why an SUV with all-wheel drive will make your driving experience in this city much safer and easier. In the city center, you will need to watch for pedestrians, as some people may cross the street without warning.
- 25% of our users found an SUV rental in Chattanooga for $64 or less
- Book your SUV rental in Chattanooga at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- February is typically the cheapest month to rent an SUV in Chattanooga, with prices around $83 per day. The most expensive month is July, with average prices of $98 per day.
FAQs About Renting an SUV in Chattanooga
Where is the best car rental location in Chattanooga to rent SUVs?
If you are flying into Chattanooga, the best place to pick up your SUV is going to be the Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (CHA). If you are not flying in, though, you can get your SUV at many other locations throughout the city. The most convenient is likely going to be the Enterprise branch located in Chattanooga’s downtown area on W 20th Street, as it is easy to reach from all other areas of downtown. There are also a few rental agencies located in the suburbs of Chattanooga if those are closer to your location.
What is the most reliable SUV model to rent in Chattanooga?
The Jeep Renegade is one of the most reliable and popular brands of SUVs to rent in Chattanooga. This is because although it comes with all the comforts and space of an SUV, it is still somewhat compact and can fit into tight spaces easily, making parking and navigating narrow roads more convenient for you. Another popular option is the Toyota RAV4, renowned for its safety features and reliability on the road.
Where are the best places to park SUVs in Chattanooga, Tennessee?
Parking SUVs in Chattanooga should not be a challenge. There are plenty of parking options downtown, including the Chattanooga Parking Authority garage, the Republic Parking System garage, and the Republic parking lot. These public parking places typically charge $2 or $3 for an hour of parking. There is also metered parking available downtown, which will typically charge a bit less than the garages and public lots. Otherwise, you may consider looking for accommodation that offers free parking to guests.
How does KAYAK find such low SUV rental prices?
KAYAK compares SUV rental prices from all major car rental companies such as Thrifty, Dollar, Enterprise, Hertz, Payless and more to find you the best deal.
How much does an SUV rental cost in Chattanooga?
On average an SUV rental in Chattanooga costs $86 per day.
How much does it cost to rent an SUV for a week in Chattanooga?
On average an SUV in Chattanooga costs $603 per week ($86 per day) to rent.
How much does it cost to rent an SUV long term for a month in Chattanooga?
On average an SUV in Chattanooga costs $2,585 per month ($603 per week) to rent.
Chattanooga SUV Rental Company Reviews
Hertz
6.7
Okay
100 reviewsCleanliness
7.1
Comfort
7.1
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.3
Value for money
6.7
3 locations in Chattanooga
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2.0 Poor
Jan 2024
2.0 Poor
Jan 2022
2.0 Poor
Dec 2021
2.0 Poor
Dec 2021
2.0 Poor
Dec 2021
6.0 Okay
Dec 2021
Avis
8.5
Very good
30 reviewsCleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.7
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.5
Value for money
7.9
2 locations in Chattanooga
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10.0 Wonderful
Mar 2024
10.0 Wonderful
Dec 2023
10.0 Wonderful
Oct 2023
10.0 Wonderful
Oct 2022
10.0 Wonderful
Apr 2021
Pros:
Great staff on both ends. Nice vehicle.Cons:
Typical rental car facility. You don’t know how to clean cars!8.0 Very good
Dec 2019
Pros:
The employee, a young fellow, was very helpful to me. He even checked the tire pressure with a gauge when I mentioned that one front tire looked low. It was a little low. The car was perfect for us; it carried some furniture home, and we really enjoyed using Sirius XM to listen to music during our long drive home. Finally, the hybrid got super gas mileage during our drive to Washington, D.C., using only 1.5 tanks of gas.Cons:
Nothing. Everything was fine.Enterprise Rent-A-Car
7.6
Good
72 reviewsCleanliness
7.7
Comfort
8.1
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.8
Value for money
7.6
5 locations in Chattanooga
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10.0 Wonderful
Apr 2024
8.0 Very good
May 2021
Pros:
Everyone was friendly and helpfulCons:
I, as well as other customers, waited too long for our scheduled vehicles to be ready for pick up. Pick up times didn’t seem to matter. We all waited 30 min or more.2.0 Poor
May 2021
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My pick up was scheduled the time they closed at 128.0 Very good
Apr 2021
Cons:
The vehicle wasn’t cleaned and didn’t have any gas, so we had to switch to another, but same sized. Long line at check in, had to wait over 30 minutes and then spent another 20 minutes or so with the associate. The associates were great though. Wished the car had an entertainment package for the money. Will rent there again.8.0 Very good
Mar 2021
Pros:
Helpful staff that didn’t get irritated at having a full house of rental customers within 30 minutes of closing time. Positive attitudes were all around.Cons:
I was renting a vehicle for a short trip that I did not want to use my primary vehicle during but I was not aware I could not leave my vehicle on the enterprise lot overnight. The staff helped me come up with a solution though and it was greatly appreciated. This fact though should probably be better advertised to your customers.6.8 Okay
Sep 2020
Pros:
The pickup was easy, but the drop off was like, "ok, thank you, have a good day"Cons:
I wish the drop off would have been just as good as the pickup. Also allow others to smell the inside of the car before they sign.Thrifty
7.0
Good
61 reviewsCleanliness
6.8
Comfort
7.1
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.9
Value for money
6.7
One location in Chattanooga
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10.0 Wonderful
Dec 2023
10.0 Wonderful
May 2021
Pros:
Super nice dodge truck with a hemi and tinted windowsCons:
Smelled like pot inside, but it went away by the end of our use8.0 Very good
Oct 2020
Pros:
staff was helpfulCons:
n/a7.2 Good
Jul 2020
Pros:
There was a sign informing us that the agent was not available at that time. An 800 number was given but no one answered and the mailbox was full. Paperwork and keys were placed in a Dropbox on the counter but no directions were available.10.0 Wonderful
Jul 2020
Cons:
The cashier kept my drivers license and credit card and I had to go back to get it. No big deal accidents happen. Hope someday thrifty would reciprocate6.8 Okay
Oct 2019
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PriceCons:
Car smelled like smokeNational
9.3
Wonderful
2 reviewsCleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.3
Pick-up/Drop-off
10.0
Value for money
8.0
2 locations in Chattanooga
Alamo
7.6
Good
29 reviewsCleanliness
7.7
Comfort
7.8
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.3
Value for money
7.6
One location in Chattanooga
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10.0 Wonderful
Jan 2024
10.0 Wonderful
Dec 2023
9.2 Wonderful
Apr 2017
Pros:
Upgraded car.Cons:
Car was no smoking but reeked of cigarette smoke :(9.6 Wonderful
Feb 2017
Cons:
I needed a little more help when I returned my car6.4 Okay
Feb 2017
Pros:
The price and quality of the car was goodi.Cons:
I did not like that my non-smoking car was smoky.10.0 Wonderful
Jan 2017
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easy,fast,good price, excellent employers, amazing cars thank you allBudget
7.3
Good
13 reviewsCleanliness
7.8
Comfort
8.1
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.6
Value for money
7.0
2 locations in Chattanooga
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2.0 Poor
Oct 2019
Cons:
I was charged almost double and called in 4 times all different people and could not get resolved. I booked the car for pick up at Hixon TN in my error. I picked the car up at the Airport which is what I needed. The reservation was changed for pick up not drop off so I had to call into change it. The rate was not quoted, I found my reservation which showed $175.00 my charge was $320.07. I was told nothing could be done until I returned the car. When I returned the car 2.5 hours early I asked for a re-rate and was told it would not make a difference. I am aware airport fees raise the rental rate but not by almost double. For the price the car should be cleaned to include in side the windows and dry it off. The care windows inside were dirty and like most rental companies the car is just hosed off.2.0 Poor
May 2019
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Budget customer service was awful and they actually couldn’t help me with any of my needs.Cons:
Budget would be better if they weren’t trying to charge me a $383 fee to rent a Toyota RAV4 for less than 24 hours.4.0 Mediocre
Nov 2017
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When I arrived to pick up the car, I was told they didn't have a car for me and it would be available until 1pm if it was brought back. When I called Customer Service, I was told to go to the air port and they would have a car for me there When I arrived there, they told me I wasn't scheduled to pick up the car until 3pm. They were wanting me to wait 3 hrs. for the car I reserved for 12pm. Then when all was said and done, I had to pay $40.00 more than the original price in order to get the car at the time I originally scheduled it for. POOR Service all around. The man in Chattanooga was HORRIBLE!!! He called at 11:30 to inform me the car wasn't going to be there. I asked why he didn't call sooner and he had no answer. HE SUCKS!! POOR additude!!!@Dollar
6.5
Okay
2 reviewsCleanliness
6.2
Comfort
6.5
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.5
Value for money
6.5
One location in Chattanooga
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9.6 Wonderful
Nov 2019
Pros:
The staff was very friendly and understanding. She was patient with the... complicated customer in line in front of us and very still had a fun conversation with us. Turning the vehicle in was quick and painless.Cons:
My only complaint was that when we picked up our vehicle there was one person at the counter no one to help her.8.0 Very good
Sep 2016
Pros:
Liked the friendly staffCons:
Liked everythingEasirent
4.7
Mediocre
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One location in Chattanooga
Sunnycars
No score available yet
One location in Chattanooga
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Chattanooga SUV Rental Information
| Pick-up location | Chattanooga |
|---|---|
| Car types | Full-size SUV, Intermediate SUV, Standard SUV |
| Rental locations | 15 |
| Airport locations | 8 |
| Popular agencies | Alamo, Budget, Avis, Hertz, Enterprise Rent-A-Car |