Cheap Knoxville electric car rentals from $42/day

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a KAYAK user in the last 48 hours by searching for an electric car rental in Knoxville with a pick-up date of 7/23 and drop-off date of 7/30. 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 electric car rentals in Knoxville

BMW i3 car
BMW i3
or similar Medium
5
3
4-5
$42/day
Tesla Model 3 car
Tesla Model 3
or similar Luxury
5
5
4-5
$47/day
Tesla Cybertruck car
Tesla Cybertruck
or similar Pickup truck
5
5
2/4
$158/day
Tesla Model X car
Tesla Model X
or similar SUV
5
5
4-5
$105/day

Electric car rental locations in or near Knoxville

KAYAK’s insights & trends for Knoxville electric car rentals

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

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

You should book your electric rental in Knoxville around 78 days in advance to secure a below-average price. EV availability is more limited than gas cars, so booking early helps you access the best models, especially Teslas and other high-range options.

What is the cheapest electric car rental company in Knoxville?

In the past year, some of the lowest prices for electric car rentals in Knoxville were found with Turo ($25/day), Budget ($37/day), and Avis ($49/day). Rates can vary by pick-up location, but airport-adjacent branches often offer competitive pricing.

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

The cheapest month to rent an electric car in Knoxville is typically June, when demand is lower and daily rates drop. The most expensive month is February, when travel peaks and EV rentals become harder to secure.

Knoxville electric 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

Best rated
Cheapest deal
Most popular

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

6.3

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.4

Value for money

6.5

2 locations in Knoxville

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from$58/day

Locations in Knoxville

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

59 travelers who rented a car in Knoxville gave the car agency they used an average rating of 6.3

Good to know

Most popular agency

Average price

Good deal

Turo
$69/day
$50/day

FAQs about renting an electric car in Knoxville

  • Which car rental companies offer electric vehicles in Knoxville?

    Several major rental companies in Knoxville offer electric vehicles, but availability can vary depending on the pickup location and season.
    Companies that frequently offer EV rentals include:

    1. Turo
    2. Budget
    3. Avis

    For the best selection, it’s recommended to search early and enable the Electric filter when browsing on KAYAK.

  • How much does it cost to rent an electric car in Knoxville?

    The daily cost of renting an electric car in Knoxville depends on the rental company, the model you choose, the season, and how early you book. Based on recent KAYAK pricing data, the average daily rate for electric car rentals in Knoxville is $69, compared to $66 for standard gas cars.

    Here’s what you can expect:

    • Average price: $25 – $264 per day

    Prices may fluctuate, so it’s always best to check your travel dates directly on KAYAK for real-time rates.

  • Which local Knoxville hotels have an EV charging station?

    Several hotels in Knoxville offer on-site EV charging for guests. Popular choices include Drury Inn & Suites Knoxville West, Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University By IHG and The Tennessean Hotel, all of which provide charging points. When booking accommodation, check the “EV charger” filter on KAYAK to find hotels that fit your needs.

  • What are the most popular electric cars to rent in Knoxville?

  • What is the average cost of renting an electric car for a week in Knoxville?

    On average, you can expect to pay between $40 and $82 per week for a standard electric vehicle in Knoxville.