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Cheap Car Rentals in Knoxville from $28

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Knoxville car rentals in 2023

Most popular company

BUDGET

Price of gas per gallon

$4.13

Average price per day

$57

Cheapest price per day

$29

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Knoxville?

January

$51

February

$52

March

$58

April

$60

May

$59

June

$65

July

$65

August

$59

September

$60

October

$69

November

$66

December

$63

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Knoxville is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is October. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Popular car types in Knoxville

In Knoxville, there are 16 active rental locations from 4 car rental companies. Small is the cheapest car type to rent in Knoxville in the past week - currently priced from $28/day. View deals for 7 car types available to rent in this destination:

Compare available car types for rental in Knoxville

Small Cars

$56 - $83

All Car Types

$82 - $96

To rent a Small car in Knoxville, the United States, you would pay an average price of $67/day. August is the cheapest month to rent a Small car in Knoxville, the United States (~$56/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is May (~$83/day). In fact, August is about 17% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a Small rental for Knoxville. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Knoxville, renting a Small car saves you 25% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Knoxville Small rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a Medium car in Knoxville, the United States, you would pay an average price of $66/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a Medium car in Knoxville, the United States (~$51/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is April (~$76/day). In fact, January is about 24% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a Medium rental for Knoxville. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Knoxville, renting a Medium car saves you 25% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Knoxville Medium rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a Large car in Knoxville, the United States, you would pay an average price of $85/day. August is the cheapest month to rent a Large car in Knoxville, the United States (~$70/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~$102/day). In fact, August is about 18% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a Large rental for Knoxville. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Knoxville, renting a Large car saves you 5% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Knoxville Large rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a SUV car in Knoxville, the United States, you would pay an average price of $83/day. September is the cheapest month to rent a SUV car in Knoxville, the United States (~$71/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is November (~$95/day). In fact, September is about 16% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Knoxville. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Knoxville, renting a SUV car saves you 6% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Knoxville SUV rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a Van car in Knoxville, the United States, you would pay an average price of $102/day. July is the cheapest month to rent a Van car in Knoxville, the United States (~$86/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~$125/day). In fact, July is about 16% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a Van rental for Knoxville. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Knoxville, renting a Van car is 13% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Knoxville Van rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a Luxury car in Knoxville, the United States, you would pay an average price of $93/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a Luxury car in Knoxville, the United States (~$82/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~$114/day). In fact, February is about 13% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a Luxury rental for Knoxville. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Knoxville, renting a Luxury car is 6% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Knoxville Luxury rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a Convertible car in Knoxville, the United States, you would pay an average price of $130/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a Convertible car in Knoxville, the United States (~$59/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is April (~$171/day). In fact, January is about 55% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a Convertible rental for Knoxville. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Knoxville, renting a Convertible car is 32% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

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Chevrolet Spark$29/day
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Mini Hatch$30/day
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Top rental agencies in Knoxville

Rent a car with one of the top providers serving the Knoxville area such as Hertz, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Budget. Skim reviews, rental company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.

Hertz

6.6
Okay
113 reviews•5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.5

Comfort

7.0

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

6.6

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.2
Good
44 reviews•5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.5

Overall

6.9

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

6.7

Budget

6.5
Okay
36 reviews•3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.7

Value

6.6

Avis

6.2
Okay
18 reviews•3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.3

Comfort

6.6

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.2

Best Knoxville car rental deals found

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Car rental FAQs

What is the cheapest rental car found in Knoxville?

In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $57/day when booking a rental car in Knoxville. The best deal a user found was for $29/day from Budget, booked on Sep. 17.

What car rental company is typically the cheapest in Knoxville?

According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Knoxville from the following companies over the past two weeks: Budget ($28/day), Enterprise Rent-A-Car ($35/day), and Turo ($38/day).

Which car rental company is considered to be the best in Knoxville?

Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Enterprise Rent-A-Car (7.2 rating), Hertz (6.6 rating) and Budget (6.5 rating) seem to be the best rental car companies in Knoxville.

What are gas prices like in Knoxville?

The average gas price in Knoxville is $4.13/gallon over the past month, costing you anywhere between $49 and $71 to fill up a car’s gas tank.

How much does it cost to rent a car in Knoxville for a week from Budget?

Renting a car in Knoxville for a week can be a great option for travel. Budget, the most popular car rental company for this area, offers rental cars for around $358/week on average.

How far in advance should I rent a car in Knoxville for the best price?

Generally, for a better deal in Knoxville it’s recommended to book in a timely manner (to save up to 32%). Cheapflights recommends you book around 7 days prior to your pickup date. Booking as early as you can also increases the likelihood that you’ll get the ideal car.

Can I rent a car for a month in Knoxville?

Yes, renting a vehicle in Knoxville for a month is certainly possible.

How much does it cost to rent a car in Knoxville for a month?

We’ve recently found that Budget offers you prices that are 69% cheaper than the average rate available for a long-term rental. The average cost of a car rental in Knoxville for a month is $1,535. Check Cheapflights to compare pricing and options for your rental car.

How much is a car rental in Knoxville for a weekend?

It costs $64 for a weekend car rental in Knoxville, on average. The cheapest type of car rental you can book on any given weekend is the Compact as prices are generally lower for these rental types due to demand and availability. If you’re planning to book a rental car in Knoxville in October, prices are $58 per day on average.

What car do most people rent in Knoxville?

The most popular car chosen by those traveling to Knoxville is Special (Class Special Car) based on our Cheapflights data.

Small car rentals in Knoxville

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Luxury car rentals in Knoxville

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Ride in luxury during your trip to Knoxville by selecting one these great deals we've found. Verify the details of your rental before completing your reservation to ensure no unwanted surprises.

Van rentals in Knoxville

Some people need a little more room to get around comfortably on vacation. Find deals like the ones below for Knoxville van rentals.
Check out some of the best options we've found on van rentals in Knoxville. To provide you with as many options as possible, we're constantly adding new deals so check back soon if you're not finding the one right for you.

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