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Pick-up location | Merced |
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Car types | Compact, Economy, Full-size, Intermediate, Intermediate SUV, Pickup truck, Standard, Standard SUV, Supplier choice |
Rental locations | 6 |
Airport locations | 2 |
Popular agencies | Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Hertz, Turo, Avis, Budget |
Economy | $25/day |
Compact | $27/day |
Intermediate | $27/day |
Standard | $30/day |
Full-size | $28/day |
Pickup truck | $45/day |
Supplier choice | $31/day |
Intermediate SUV | $32/day |
Standard SUV | $43/day |
On average a rental car in Merced costs $43 per day. But prices differ between operators and you can save money through a price comparison of car rental deals from different agencies. The cheapest price for a car rental in Merced found in the last 2 weeks is $35.
The average gas price in Merced is $3.93 per gallon over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between $47 and $63, depending on the car size.
Standard (Chevrolet Express Cargo or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Merced.
The only car rental company onsite at Merced Municipal airport is Budget.
Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.
A Standard car rental in Merced costs $35 per day, on average.
A Premium car rental in Merced costs $46 per day, on average.
A Luxury car rental in Merced costs $67 per day, on average.
In Merced, cars are most frequently rented at Budget 1599 West 16th Street (1 miles from city center).
On average a rental car in Merced costs $303 per week ($43 per day).
On average a rental car in Merced costs $1,298 per month ($43 per day).
Most car rental providers in Merced offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car rental in Merced, check out KAYAK's car rental insurance guide.
KAYAK has deals for you to compare from 5 car rental agencies in Merced.
Finding the right price, understanding the add-ons and staying up to date with policy changes can be a challenge. That’s why KAYAK has produced the ultimate guide to renting a car to help you cut though the jargon and make the right choice for your rental car. Find tips and insights for how to book your rental, what car rental insurance you’ll need, how to deal with a car rental agency and what extra fees to expect (and avoid!).
KAYAK searches thousands of car rental agencies to provide you with offers from all car rental agencies operating in Merced so that you can compare car rental rates, reviews and pick-up and drop-off locations to find the best deal for you.
The best and most recommended vehicle among the car rentals in Merced is the Economy Kia Rio due to the high number of requests made in the city. The car has Bluetooth for audio streaming and a wireless apple car play. The vehicle also comes with outside mirrors that are power heated and headlight control that automatically turns on and off. The Kia Rio comes with a four-cylinder engine with a capacity of 1.6L and an Intelligent Variable Automatic Transmission. The travelers will also enjoy the car’s cruise control settings, and forward collision avoidance assist with pedestrian detection for enhanced safety.
If you opt for car rentals in Merced, the city has speed limits that govern how you drive in different locations. Most of the highways in Merced and California have a maximum speed limit of about 65mph. If you are driving on two-lane undivided highways, the maximum speed is 55 mph unless posted. When driving in a business or residential district area, you must maintain a speed of about 25 mph. If you are driving near a school, park or children’s playground, the speed limit is 25 mph and 15 mph if posted. If you are driving in an alley, the speed limit to be observed is 15 mph.
Several ample parking spaces for travelers opting for car rentals in Merced offer long-term, short term and hourly parking within the city. Some parking spaces you can conveniently park your car include Amtrack Merced Parking, Hunter Street Parking, DTL Parking LLC and the Central Valley Business Park. You can also park at the 501-599 W 16th St Garage parking lot, 750 Motel Drive Parking, Bellevue Lot, Library Lot Parking and the UC Merced Parking Lot.
One location in Merced
Locations in Merced
1599 West 16th Street
+1 209 722 1689
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2.0 Poor
May 2018
Cons:
The booking should have told us there were no cars available.2 locations in Merced
Locations in Merced
1334 W. Main
+1 209 722 1600
1636 Carnegie St
+1 209 632 8000
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10.0 Wonderful
Mar 2024
2.0 Poor
Dec 2023
10.0 Wonderful
Jan 2021
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Everything.Cons:
I can’t think of anything.10.0 Wonderful
Sep 2020
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Super quick and easy pickup and dropoff10.0 Wonderful
Dec 2016
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They were very helpful and kind2.0 Poor
Mar 2023
4 locations in Merced
Locations in Merced
1460 Atlanta Court
+1 209 668 9477
2440 N Golden State Blvd
+1 209 668 9477
830 I St
+1 209 827 0133
945 Martin Luther King Jr.way
+1 209 722 4200
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4.0 Mediocre
Nov 2021
10.0 Wonderful
Apr 2021
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everything was greatCons:
they should wash their vehicles and vacuum them prior to renting them.8.0 Very good
Oct 2018
Pros:
Rental process ok.Cons:
That the whole office goes to lunch at the same time so you have a long pick up wait.8.0 Very good
Jun 2018
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Very friendly people2.0 Poor
Mar 2018
Pros:
Nothing. Didn't get to actually rent the vehicleCons:
I was stuck in traffic from 2 hours and tried to have my reservation transferred over to another location. They kept sending me to different locations in San Jose, CA and none of them had any available. I called the Alameda location and they asked me if it was through or insurance or personal, and if it was prepaid. I told them it was rented by me and prepaid and they said that they didn't have cars available (without checking) and I asked why and then they put me on hold and hung up on me. I tried calling back a least 5 times from two different numbers and they refused to pick up. Worst car rental customer service ever.10.0 Wonderful
Sep 2016
Pros:
Fast and friendly2 locations in Merced
Locations in Merced
1599 West 16th Street
+1 209 383 3804
20 Macready Drive
+1 209 722 0147
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10.0 Wonderful
May 2021
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Staff was amazing price was worth it..car was 100 goodCons:
If i could keep the car forever5.6 Fair
May 2018
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A lot of extra fees from kayak because they don’t explain you’re doubling up insurance if you accept it on the site. It doesn’t covers much eather10.0 Wonderful
Feb 2018
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Clerk was helpful and friendlyCons:
I was hoping it was cheaper. ;-)6.0 Okay
Dec 2017
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The tires were really loud.10.0 Wonderful
May 2017
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Excellent customer service. Great ride. The car was new and clean.Cons:
None10.0 Wonderful
Mar 2017
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Pick up and drop off was quick and easy. The car was great. Fantastic gas mileage. Everything worked perfectly. Couldn't be more satisfied.One location in Merced
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