Cheap Knoxville automatic car rentals from $35/day

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a KAYAK user in the last 48 hours by searching for an automatic car rental in Knoxville with a pick-up date of 7/31 and drop-off date of 8/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of rental. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Cheap automatic car rentals in Knoxville

Chevrolet Spark car
Chevrolet Spark
or similar Small
2
2
4-5
$35/day
Ford Focus car
Ford Focus
or similar Small
4
2
4-5
$42/day
Toyota Corolla car
Toyota Corolla
or similar Medium
5
3
4-5
$42/day
Volkswagen Jetta car
Volkswagen Jetta
or similar Medium
5
3
2/4
$47/day
Nissan Altima car
Nissan Altima
or similar Large
5
2
4-5
$48/day
Dodge Grand Caravan car
Dodge Grand Caravan
or similar Van
5
5
4-5
$52/day
Mazda CX-90 car
Mazda CX-90
or similar SUV
5
2
4-5
$70/day
Toyota Tacoma car
Toyota Tacoma
or similar Pickup truck
5
3
2/4
$58/day
Class Premium SUV car
Class Premium SUV
or similar SUV
5
5
4-5
$86/day
Class Special Car car
Class Special Car
or similar Category
5
5
2/4
$47/day
Class Intermediate SUV car
Class Intermediate SUV
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
$49/day
Chevrolet Equinox car
Chevrolet Equinox
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
$53/day
Cadillac XT5 car
Cadillac XT5
or similar SUV
5
5
4-5
$75/day

KAYAK’s insights & trends for Knoxville automatic car rentals

Check out the latest trends and booking tips to rent an automatic car in Knoxville with confidence.

How far in advance should you book an automatic car in Knoxville?

Booking an automatic car in Knoxville at least one week in advance can help improve availability. Planning ahead increases your chances of securing popular automatic models at better rates.

Which rental companies offer the cheapest automatic cars in Knoxville?

Recent searches show that the lowest automatic car prices in Knoxville are usually offered by Turo, Payless and Budget. Daily rates for automatic vehicles often start around $9, though prices can vary by pickup location and demand. Comparing multiple agencies helps secure better availability during peak periods.

What automatic car types are most commonly rented in Knoxville?

The most popular automatic car type in Knoxville is SUV, followed by Small. These vehicles balance ease of driving with availability across 4 rental companies.

What is the cheapest month to rent an automatic car in Knoxville?

The cheapest month to rent an automatic car in Knoxville is usually January, when demand is lower and availability is higher. Prices peak during June, when automatic cars are in high demand and book out quickly. Traveling outside peak months can significantly reduce costs.

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Most popular agency

Most popular car type

Average price

Good deal

Budget
Medium
$66/day
$53/day

Knoxville automatic car rental reviews and directory

 
All ratings and reviews are collected from KAYAK users with a verified car rental booking. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.

Budget

6.3

Okay
Best rated
Most popular

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

6.3

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.4

Value for money

6.5

3 locations in Knoxville

from$53/day

Locations in Knoxville

4742 Centerline Drive

+1 865 544 4335

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday08:00 - 12:00
Sunday10:00 - 13:00
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5535 Clinton Highway

+1 865 281 8880

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday08:00 - 14:00
Sunday08:00 - 14:00
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8014 Kingston Pike

+1 865 531 2198

Monday07:00 - 17:00
Tuesday07:00 - 17:00
Wednesday07:00 - 17:00
Thursday07:00 - 17:00
Friday07:00 - 17:00
Saturday08:00 - 14:00
Sunday08:00 - 14:00
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6.0 Okay

Anonymous, Jun 2026

Economy

KAYAK
The first car they were about to put us in - the front tires didn’t have any treads left on them. Luckily they put us in another vehicle of equal value with no issue. However, the worker couldn’t give me a receipt because her printer was broken. She said she would email me one, but I never received one until we returned the car in Atlanta.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Jun 2026

Luxury

KAYAK
Budget Rent a Car on Clinton Highway does the bait and switch. They advertised a Tesla 3 for $61 a day and then when I got there they said there's your car a fully electric Genesis. They never had a Tesla in the first place. Liars and deceitful, shady business people. I'm sure they hope that people are desperate enough that they will just take that car, but that is not what I ordered and I called twice on different days to make sure they had the Tesla for me and I was assured they did. Liars

2.0 Poor

Kenneth, Nov 2025

Compact SUV

KAYAK
We had a vehicle reserved. When we got to the location we were told to have a seat even though the clerk didn’t seem to be working and there were no one else she was waiting on. After about 10 minutes, we were told she had 2 mini vans for us even though we had reserved an SUV. The vans were in pretty bad conditions for rental vehicles. Then we tried to make a debit card payment and it wouldn’t go through. It clearly says on Kayak that Debit cards are accepted. So we called the corporate office to prepay. They took a payment from us and said they were putting the deposit on that as well but that wasn’t true. We tried to call back and were told the corporate office could not take a deposit payment. Now it’s after 5:00 and the worker who asked us to sit tells us she has to get her kids. So we had the reservation switched to the airport location. The person at the corporate office said we would be good to go. When we got there, they asked us for our flight number and told us, we couldn’t rent a car without one. In the end, we used my car. All of this was happening while we were trying to get to Louisiana the following morning for my mom’s funeral. To say the least, this was a very stressful situation. The only thing it taught us was we would not be trying Budget in the future.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Feb 2025

Minivan

KAYAK
So I went to pick up a vehicle. They did not have what I asked for so he wants to give me a different vehicle. I ask him if I have any other option beside what he wants to give me simply he was just so rude. He said that’s all what I have whether you want it or not And then it’s OK. I will take that one then he said you know what I don’t want to give you vehicle Anymore and he said he’s also a owner over there so you don’t have to worry about complaining anybody that was super rude. I never ever go to that place anymore.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jul 2024

Economy

KAYAK
Specific car I had (Malibu) is such an uncomfortable car. Drove fine, just super cramped, shoulda asked for a Kia or a midsize. Oh well

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Jul 2024

Minivan

KAYAK
The office people very rude. Car was disgusting tar all over it car smelled of smoke. The people lie at the office.

1 out of 14

Hertz

5.9

Fair

Cleanliness

6.1

Comfort

6.3

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.3

Value for money

6.0

3 locations in Knoxville

from$55/day

Locations in Knoxville

201 North Seven Oaks Drive

+1 865 444 3561

Monday08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday08:00 - 18:00
Thursday08:00 - 18:00
Friday08:00 - 18:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
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2055 Alcoa Highway

+1 865 342 3232

Monday07:00 - 23:59
Tuesday07:00 - 23:59
Wednesday07:00 - 23:59
Thursday07:00 - 23:59
Friday07:00 - 23:59
Saturday07:00 - 23:59
Sunday07:00 - 23:59
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6285 Clinton Highway

+1 865 219 5240

Monday08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday08:00 - 18:00
Thursday08:00 - 18:00
Friday08:00 - 18:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
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4.0 Mediocre

Anonymous, Jun 2025

Compact

KAYAK
Have car available at time of pick-up

6.0 Okay

Anonymous, Nov 2024

Full-size SUV

KAYAK
I had reserved a full size SUV Chevy Tahoe and when I got there they had a Hyundai palisades which is a much smaller vehicle. They said it was the same thing because hertz goes by that there is a third row. But I needed the interior space not the need to sit a bunch of people. It was extremely frustrating and stressful. It delayed my trip by 3hrs.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Oct 2024

Supplier choice

KAYAK
Poor customer service. Bad attitude at the counter. Not enough information before booking ended not getting the car because can not be driven to certain states. Lot of time wasted.

4.0 Mediocre

Anonymous, Jul 2024

Minivan

KAYAK
Car was dirty. Eaten sunflower seeds, drinks, and trash all in it. Sticky stuff everywhere. Car was NOT full of gas. Started with 50 miles less than I returned it with, AT LEAST. Rip off for sure. Not using Hertz again.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, May 2024

Supplier choice

KAYAK
Wouldn’t accept affirm as form of payment for rental that was offered even with an additional credit card and debit card on hand even though it was offered on the website

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Nov 2023

Compact

KAYAK
2023 Toyota Camry. Wow! The technology! Great gas mileage. ECO mode, cruising at 62 mph, we were getting 44.9 MPG! The staff both pick up and return (TY2 ?) were fabulous! Only negative, the Camry 24000+/- was soiled. Someone we believe had smoked in the car. The interior windshield was dirty. Dash had been wiped, but not cleaned. Did I tell you we got 44.9 MPG!!! Who cares if the interior windshield was dirty! We'll be back!

1 out of 13

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.0

Very good

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.7

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.5

Value for money

7.5

6 locations in Knoxville

from$69/day

Locations in Knoxville

2055 Alcoa Hwy

+1 314 863 6886

Opening times not available

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4411 Clinton Hwy

+1 865 687 8411

Monday07:30 - 18:00
Tuesday07:30 - 18:00
Wednesday07:30 - 18:00
Thursday07:30 - 18:00
Friday07:30 - 18:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday13:00 - 16:00
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530 Summer Pl

+1 865 579 5559

Monday07:30 - 17:00
Tuesday07:30 - 17:00
Wednesday07:30 - 17:00
Thursday07:30 - 17:00
Friday07:30 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
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6339 Clinton Hwy

+1 865 922 0709

Monday07:30 - 17:00
Tuesday07:30 - 17:00
Wednesday07:30 - 17:00
Thursday07:30 - 17:00
Friday07:30 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
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8314 Kingston Pike

+1 865 694 8526

Monday07:30 - 17:00
Tuesday07:30 - 17:00
Wednesday07:30 - 17:00
Thursday07:30 - 17:00
Friday07:30 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday
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9616 Parkside Dr

+1 865 690 8448

Monday07:30 - 18:00
Tuesday07:30 - 18:00
Wednesday07:30 - 18:00
Thursday07:30 - 18:00
Friday07:30 - 18:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday13:00 - 16:00
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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Mar 2026

Standard

KAYAK
All the staff welcoming and friendly upon arrival, the car was upgraded due to inventory and that was pretty awesome, and drop off quick and easy! Thank you guys for all your help!!

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Mar 2026

Standard

KAYAK
Staff was very helpful and patient. I understand not committing to a refund for planning the default statement shouldn’t be “we will refund it right back in return of the car” should probably be put out front that if after hours it might be delayed and or it may take up to two weeks. My refund was within in two days but for budget and planning worst case scenario should be stated up front. That is not a complaint just a suggestion.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jun 2024

Minivan

KAYAK
Amazing customer service at this location.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jan 2024

Supplier choice

KAYAK
Kienan was great.

8.0 Very good

Drew, Sep 2023

Full-size

KAYAK
I've never been impressed by how clean their cars are, they usually aren't very clean, so it met my expectations, it was OK...

1 out of 5

Avis

5.6

Fair
Cheapest deal

Cleanliness

5.8

Comfort

6.1

Pick-up/Drop-off

5.9

Value for money

5.7

3 locations in Knoxville

from$49/day

Locations in Knoxville

4742 Centerline Drive

+1 865 544 5815

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday08:00 - 12:00
Sunday10:00 - 13:00

5535 Clinton Highway

+1 865 687 5722

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday08:00 - 14:00
Sunday08:00 - 14:00

8014 Kingston Pike

+1 865 560 5188

Monday07:00 - 17:00
Tuesday07:00 - 17:00
Wednesday07:00 - 17:00
Thursday07:00 - 17:00
Friday07:00 - 17:00
Saturday08:00 - 14:00
Sunday08:00 - 14:00

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2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Jun 2026

Economy

KAYAK
We were not notified there were no cars available until we had arrived to pick up the car. The employee who informed everyone in the lobby did not gaf.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Dec 2025

Economy

KAYAK
Horrible. Just horrible. Ruined my plans.

10.0 Wonderful

Nancy, Oct 2025

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
Everything worked well. Couldn't get a car on the day we wanted, but when we did a day later it was fine.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Dec 2024

Compact

KAYAK
My husband had made the car reservation for me. He asked for pick up and drop off at Knoxville airport. After I waited in line for about an hour, I was told I had to go to the Avis location in town. After a $25.00 Uber ride, I got an upgrade that I didn't want. My husband ordered a compact car, but presumable it was not available. Next time, we will make arrangements directly through Avis.

6.0 Okay

Anonymous, Jul 2024

Pickup truck

KAYAK
I was in Knoxville Tennessee. My truck is broke down so I need to rental car from Knoxville TN to Virginia. I booked the truck Toyota Tacoma online on July 23, when I come to the property for pick up, The guy is there he said all sold out, what a joke, even I talk to someone the lady was talking to me after I booked online. I also called them to I booked the truck which is a Toyota Tacoma, I need to confirm, she’s said you all confirmed and pick up around 12 o’clock. Then I got Chrysler passenger van white color it is so dirty. It’s dog here inside a lot, no clean no vacuum anything. Please take care of your Avis website, if you don’t have vehicle available, it’s not supposed to show online. Thank you
163 travelers who rented a car in Knoxville gave the car agency they used an average rating of 6.3

FAQs about renting an automatic car in Knoxville

  • Which car rental companies offer automatic cars in Knoxville?

    Automatic cars are widely available in Knoxville, though availability can vary by pickup location and time of year.
    Rental companies that frequently offer automatic cars in Knoxville include:

    1. Budget
    2. Provider's pick
    3. Turo
    4. Avis
    5. Thrifty

    To see what’s available for your travel dates, search on KAYAK and apply the “automatic transmission” filter.

  • How much does an automatic car rental cost per day in Knoxville?

    Automatic cars typically cost 61% less than manual options, with daily rates averaging $66. The cost of renting an automatic car in Knoxville depends on the rental company, vehicle class, season, and how early you book.

    Typical daily prices in Knoxville:

    • Average range: $9–$289 per day
    • Larger vehicles or premium models usually cost more

    For the most accurate pricing, check your dates directly on KAYAK.

  • Are automatic vans available to rent in Knoxville?

    Yes, automatic vans are available to rent in Knoxville, though selection is more limited than for standard automatic cars. Most automatic vans are offered by larger providers such as Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Hertz, especially at major pickup points like Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport. Availability is highest for advance bookings, particularly during busy travel periods.

  • How can I make sure I get an automatic car when renting in Knoxville?

    To make sure you receive an automatic car in Knoxville, use the Transmission filter during your search and select Automatic to exclude manual vehicles. Booking with providers such as Budget, or Provider's pick, and reserving around 7 days in advance further improves the likelihood of securing an automatic vehicle.

Everything you need to know for your automatic car rental in Knoxville