How much does it cost to rent a car in Tennessee?

On average a rental car in Tennessee costs $58 per day.

How can I find car rentals near me in Tennessee?

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 Tennessee?

Based on car searches on KAYAK, the most popular cities to rent a car in Tennessee are Nashville (48% of total searches of users looking to rent a car in Tennessee), Knoxville (17%) and Memphis (16%).

How much does it cost to rent a car for a week in Tennessee?

On average a rental car in Tennessee costs $404 per week ($58 per day).

How much does it cost to rent a car long term for a month in Tennessee?

On average a rental car in Tennessee costs $1,730 per month ($58 per day).

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Chevrolet Spark

or similar Small

4-5

$27/day

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Kia Soul

or similar Small

4-5

$27/day

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Mazda Mazda3

or similar Medium

4-5

$24/day

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Hyundai Sonata

or similar Medium

4-5

$24/day

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Chevrolet Malibu

or similar Large

4-5

$28/day

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Jeep Wrangler

or similar SUV

4-5

$44/day

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Dodge Grand Caravan

or similar Van

4-5

$24/day

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Volkswagen Atlas

or similar SUV

4-5

$39/day

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Fiat 500

or similar Small

2-3

$36/day

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Nissan Maxima

or similar Luxury

2/4

$44/day

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Ford Transit

or similar Van

4-5

$65/day

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Mercedes-Benz C-Class

or similar Luxury

4-5

$25/day

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Ford Mustang Convertible

or similar Convertible

2/4

$84/day

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RAM Pickup

or similar Pickup truck

2/4

$32/day

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BMW X3

or similar SUV

4-5

$46/day

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Class Special Car

or similar Category

2/4

$24/day

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Nissan Rogue

or similar SUV

4-5

$31/day

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Class Compact SUV

or similar SUV

4-5

$34/day

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Chevrolet Equinox

or similar SUV

4-5

$35/day

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Cadillac SRX

or similar SUV

4-5

$41/day

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Jeep Wrangler Unlimited

or similar SUV

2/4

$52/day

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Dodge Challenger

or similar Luxury

2-3

$61/day

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Ford Mustang

or similar Luxury

2-3

$70/day

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BMW 4 Series Coupé

or similar Luxury

2-3

$156/day

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Best rates found by KAYAK users in the past 48 hours.

Booking Insights

KAYAK’s insights & trends for Tennessee car rentals

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

How far in advance should you book a rental car in Tennessee?

You should book your rental car in Tennessee around 7 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.

What is the cheapest car rental company in Tennessee?

In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Dollar ($22.13/day), Budget ($22.29/day) and Hertz ($22.50/day).

What is the most popular rental car in Tennessee?

Rentals in the SUV category (Cadillac Escalade or similar) are the most popular option in Tennessee, costing $77/day on average. Some users have found deals as low as $48/day.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Tennessee?

The cheapest month to rent a car in Tennessee is January at an average cost of $53/day. June is the most expensive month to rent a car in Tennessee when prices are $76/day on average, which tends to be 17% above the yearly average rental price for Tennessee.

What rental car company in Tennessee has the most locations?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car operates 45 locations in Tennessee, more than any other rental company.

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Most popular agency	Most popular car type	Average price	Good deal
Turo	Medium	$60/day	$49/day

If you’re driving in Tennessee, the driver and front passenger must wear a seatbelt at all times. Passengers in the back row must also wear seatbelts at all times if they’re seventeen and below. Kids less than a year old should be restrained in a rear-facing car seat, while those between one and three need to be secured in a forward-facing car seat. If your child is below eight and shorter than 4 feet 9 inches, they should be in a booster seat. You can rent each of these child-restraint devices at any Tennessee car rental.
Traffic can be frustrating, especially during rush hour. The rush hour in Tennessee is usually between 7:00 and 9:00 am for the morning rush and 4:00 to 6:00 pm for the evening rush. Plan your trip around these hours to avoid being caught up in the Tennessee traffic. If caught up in it, many cities in Tennessee have high-occupancy-vehicle (HOV) lanes on major highways and interstates, which are open to vehicles with at least two passengers and allow you to get through the traffic much faster. They are also available to motorcycles and electric or hybrid cars, making it a good idea to rent an electric vehicle in Tennessee.
You can book your Tennessee car rental using debit or credit cards. American Express, Discover Network, VISA, and MasterCard cards will be readily accepted, as long as the credit card is in your name and presented alongside your valid driver’s license. For debit card users, you need to be at least twenty five and ready to be taken through a creditworthiness check. Also, only debit cards bearing MasterCard and VISA logos are readily accepted. Cash is not accepted when booking rentals in Tennessee but will be taken when clearing any balances at the end of your rental period.
25% of our users found rental cars in Tennessee for $49 or less
Medium rental cars in Tennessee are around 34% cheaper than other car types, on average

Should I rent a car in Tennessee?
Renting a car is a good way to get around Tennessee, providing an easy way of accessing most parts of the region. While the public transit system in Tennessee is adequate, it doesn’t offer the flexibility and reach that you may need when visiting the region. Renting a car opens up the possibilities of things you can do and see in Tennessee. Moreover, it allows you to discover more, as now you can reach smaller towns and the region’s hidden gems. A Tennessee car rental also gives you comfort and convenience; you can easily bring your luggage along, and you get great tech and entertainment features in your car, including GPS navigation, Bluetooth, and air conditioning.
What is driving like in Tennessee?
Before you’re on the road in your new Tennessee rental car, there are a few things you need to know. First, don’t use your cellphone while driving unless you’re using a hands-free kit. Always yield to emergency vehicles with their lights flashing, including fire trucks, ambulances, and police vehicles. The Tennessee region has a growing number of bike lanes, and drivers should stay off the bike lanes. If driving in a fog, reduce your speed and turn on the low beam headlights. Most roads also have a fog line on the right that you can follow very carefully. Maintain a safe distance between your car and the one ahead. The speed limits in Tennessee are as follows: 30 mph within city limits, 35 to 65 mph on undivided rural roads, 55 to 65 mph on divided rural roads, and 55 to 70 mph on freeways within and outside city limits.
How old do you have to be to rent a car in Tennessee?
You need to be at least twenty one to be eligible for a Tennessee rental car. As you book your rental, you’ll be required to present your valid driver’s license and credit card in your name. Drivers below twenty five are regarded as young drivers, and there’s a young driver’s surcharge applied daily on their rentals. Moreover, young drivers don’t have access to all vehicle classes, including full-size and premium SUVs, commercial and passenger van rentals, and luxury and exotic rentals.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Tennessee?
On average a rental car in Tennessee costs $58 per day.
How can I find car rentals near me in Tennessee?
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 Tennessee?
Based on car searches on KAYAK, the most popular cities to rent a car in Tennessee are Nashville (48% of total searches of users looking to rent a car in Tennessee), Knoxville (17%) and Memphis (16%).
How much does it cost to rent a car for a week in Tennessee?
On average a rental car in Tennessee costs $404 per week ($58 per day).
How much does it cost to rent a car long term for a month in Tennessee?
On average a rental car in Tennessee costs $1,730 per month ($58 per day).

Enterprise Rent-A-Car car rental locations in Tennessee
90 Locations
Hertz car rental locations in Tennessee
55 Locations
Avis car rental locations in Tennessee
28 Locations
Budget car rental locations in Tennessee
25 Locations
Dollar car rental locations in Tennessee
13 Locations
Thrifty car rental locations in Tennessee
12 Locations
National car rental locations in Tennessee
7 Locations
Resla car rental locations in Tennessee
6 Locations
Sunnycars car rental locations in Tennessee
6 Locations
Alamo car rental locations in Tennessee
5 Locations
U-Save car rental locations in Tennessee
5 Locations
Arow Enterprises Corp. car rental locations in Tennessee
4 Locations

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KAYAK’s insights & trends for Tennessee car rentals

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

How far in advance should you book a rental car in Tennessee?

You should book your rental car in Tennessee around 7 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.

What is the cheapest car rental company in Tennessee?

In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Dollar ($22.13/day), Budget ($22.29/day) and Hertz ($22.50/day).

What is the most popular rental car in Tennessee?

Rentals in the SUV category (Cadillac Escalade or similar) are the most popular option in Tennessee, costing $77/day on average. Some users have found deals as low as $48/day.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Tennessee?

The cheapest month to rent a car in Tennessee is January at an average cost of $53/day. June is the most expensive month to rent a car in Tennessee when prices are $76/day on average, which tends to be 17% above the yearly average rental price for Tennessee.

What rental car company in Tennessee has the most locations?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car operates 45 locations in Tennessee, more than any other rental company.

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Should I rent a car in Tennessee?

What is driving like in Tennessee?

How old do you have to be to rent a car in Tennessee?

How much does it cost to rent a car in Tennessee?

On average a rental car in Tennessee costs $58 per day.

How can I find car rentals near me in Tennessee?

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 Tennessee?

Based on car searches on KAYAK, the most popular cities to rent a car in Tennessee are Nashville (48% of total searches of users looking to rent a car in Tennessee), Knoxville (17%) and Memphis (16%).

How much does it cost to rent a car for a week in Tennessee?

On average a rental car in Tennessee costs $404 per week ($58 per day).

How much does it cost to rent a car long term for a month in Tennessee?

On average a rental car in Tennessee costs $1,730 per month ($58 per day).

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Resla car rental locations in Tennessee

Sunnycars car rental locations in Tennessee

Alamo car rental locations in Tennessee

U-Save car rental locations in Tennessee

Arow Enterprises Corp. car rental locations in Tennessee

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