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Cheap car rentals in North Carolina

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Nissan Tiida car
Nissan Tiida
or similar Small
2
2
4-5
$21/day
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Kia Soul car
Kia Soul
or similar Small
4
2
4-5
$22/day
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Kia Forte car
Kia Forte
or similar Medium
5
3
4-5
$25/day
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Volkswagen Jetta car
Volkswagen Jetta
or similar Medium
5
3
2/4
$34/day
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Chevrolet Malibu car
Chevrolet Malibu
or similar Large
5
2
4-5
$28/day
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Jeep Wrangler car
Jeep Wrangler
or similar SUV
2
2
4-5
$48/day
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Chrysler Pacifica car
Chrysler Pacifica
or similar Van
5
5
4-5
$30/day
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Toyota Highlander car
Toyota Highlander
or similar SUV
5
2
4-5
$30/day
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Mini Clubman car
Mini Clubman
or similar Small
2
2
2-3
$90/day
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Ford Taurus car
Ford Taurus
or similar Luxury
5
5
4-5
$24/day
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Ford Transit car
Ford Transit
or similar Van
5
3
4-5
$55/day
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Mercedes-Benz C-Class car
Mercedes-Benz C-Class
or similar Luxury
5
5
4-5
$33/day
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Fiat 500C car
Fiat 500C
or similar Convertible
2
2
2/4
$31/day
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Chevrolet Silverado car
Chevrolet Silverado
or similar Pickup truck
5
3
2/4
$28/day
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Audi Q3 car
Audi Q3
or similar SUV
5
5
4-5
$31/day
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Hyundai Santa Fe car
Hyundai Santa Fe
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
$24/day
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Jaguar XJ car
Jaguar XJ
or similar Luxury
5
5
2-3
$25/day
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Class Special Car car
Class Special Car
or similar Category
5
5
2/4
$25/day
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Chevrolet Trax car
Chevrolet Trax
or similar SUV
4
2
4-5
$28/day
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Jeep Cherokee car
Jeep Cherokee
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
$33/day
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Subaru Outback car
Subaru Outback
or similar Medium
5
3
4-5
$37/day
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Jeep Wrangler Unlimited car
Jeep Wrangler Unlimited
or similar SUV
5
2
2/4
$45/day
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Cadillac XT5 car
Cadillac XT5
or similar SUV
5
5
4-5
$50/day
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Ford Transit Cargo car
Ford Transit Cargo
or similar Commercial
5
3
2/4
$58/day
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Good deal

Easirent
Medium
$46/day
$36/day

KAYAK’s insights & trends for North Carolina car rentals

Check out the latest trends and booking tips to rent a car in North Carolina with confidence.

How far in advance should you book a rental car in North Carolina?

You should book your rental car in North Carolina around 5 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.

What is the cheapest car rental company in North Carolina?

In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Budget ($21.72/day), Thrifty ($25.07/day) and Hertz ($25.40/day).

What is the most popular rental car in North Carolina?

Rentals in the SUV category (Chevrolet Equinox or similar) are the most popular option in North Carolina, costing $94/day on average. Some users have found deals as low as $36/day.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in North Carolina?

The cheapest month to rent a car in North Carolina is February at an average cost of $48/day. July is the most expensive month to rent a car in North Carolina when prices are $66/day on average, which tends to be 16% above the yearly average rental price for North Carolina.

What rental car company in North Carolina has the most locations?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car operates 68 locations in North Carolina, more than any other rental company.

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Top tips for renting a car in North Carolina

  • All vehicle occupants should be in a seatbelt when driving in North Carolina, while children under the age of eight or less than 80 pounds should be in a safety seat. Younger kids below five should be either in a forward-facing or rear-facing car seat, while those above five should transition to a booster seat before graduating to the adult seatbelt. If you don’t have your car seat with you, you can rent one from the rental counter.
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park is one of the best attractions in North Carolina. If you’re driving up to the mountains, there are a few things to keep in mind. First, have enough gas. Most people don’t realize that driving up steep grades requires more fuel, and up in the mountains, gas stations and cellphone service are something of a rarity, and you don’t want to run out of gas there. Stay alert and use your headlights when required. Ensure you have your headlights on when driving at dusk or dawn, night, and when there is bad weather.
  • There are a few beaches in North Carolina, and a trip to these beaches is more than encouraged. Driving is allowed on most of the beaches in North Carolina. However, only all-terrain rentals and 4WD rentals will manage traveling on the beach with the beach’s soft sand. So, get yourself an AWD SUV or truck with enough space for your beach gear for a fun weekend on the shores of North Carolina.
  • 25% of our users found rental cars in North Carolina for $36 or less
  • Small rental cars in North Carolina are around 31% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about renting a car in North Carolina

  • Should I rent a car in North Carolina?

    You will need a North Carolina car rental for many reasons. First, renting a car saves you time. Unlike the bus, which operates on a fixed schedule, with a rental car, you’re free to plan your trip as you see fit. Rental cars also allow you to discover more. The bus operates on a fixed route, but you can drive off the pavement to North Carolina’s hidden gems with your own set of wheels. You also get comfort and convenience from a rental car. You don’t have to drag your luggage around, and you’ll have features like enough storage space, GPS, air conditioning, a great sound system, and comfortable seating.

  • What is driving like in North Carolina?

    Before getting behind the wheel of a North Carolina car rental, here are a few things you should know. You’re supposed to have your headlights on from dusk to dawn when visibility drops to less than 400 feet and when your windshield wipers are on due to inclement weather. It is illegal to use your cellphone when driving unless you’re using a hands-free kit. Stick to the speed limit at all times, and the limits in North Carolina are 20 to 35 mph within city limits, 55 to 60 mph on rural roads, and 50 to 70 mph on freeways. If you encounter a school bus with its lights flashing, all traffic on a two-lane road must stop until the bus is done. Finally, if you encounter an emergency vehicle on the shoulder, move one lane over if possible or slow down and let the emergency team work.

  • How old do you have to be to rent a car in North Carolina?

    You need to be at least twenty one to get a car rental in North Carolina. Most rental locations have this as their minimum age, with a few having it as twenty. You’ll also be required to provide a valid driver’s license and credit or debit card in your name before you’re allowed to rent a car. There is a daily surcharge for renters between twenty one and twenty four, and they won’t have access to all vehicle classes, including luxury and exotic rentals, full-size and premium SUVs, signature models, and large cargo and passenger van rentals. Also, the debit card form of payment can only be used by renters twenty five and over.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in North Carolina?

    On average a rental car in North Carolina costs $46 per day.

  • How can I find car rentals near me in North Carolina?

    Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.

  • Where should I rent a car in North Carolina?

    Based on car searches on KAYAK, the most popular cities to rent a car in North Carolina are Charlotte (34% of total searches of users looking to rent a car in North Carolina), Raleigh (30%) and Asheville (7%).

  • How much does it cost to rent a car for a week in North Carolina?

    On average a rental car in North Carolina costs $321 per week ($46 per day).

  • How much does it cost to rent a car long term for a month in North Carolina?

    On average a rental car in North Carolina costs $1,376 per month ($46 per day).

Car rental directory

  • enterprise

    Enterprise Rent-A-Car car rental locations in North Carolina

    156 Locations

  • hertz

    Hertz car rental locations in North Carolina

    59 Locations

  • budget

    Budget car rental locations in North Carolina

    34 Locations

  • avis

    Avis car rental locations in North Carolina

    33 Locations

  • thrifty

    Thrifty car rental locations in North Carolina

    23 Locations

  • dollar

    Dollar car rental locations in North Carolina

    22 Locations

  • easirent

    Easirent car rental locations in North Carolina

    14 Locations

  • national

    National car rental locations in North Carolina

    8 Locations

  • sunnycars

    Sunnycars car rental locations in North Carolina

    8 Locations

  • alamo

    Alamo car rental locations in North Carolina

    7 Locations

  • vipcarsrec

    VIPCars Recommendation car rental locations in North Carolina

    5 Locations

  • ace

    Ace car rental locations in North Carolina

    3 Locations

Car rental locations in North Carolina

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