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KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Kent

  • Kent, Washington is one of the most beautiful places in the country, situated as it is in the Pacific Northwest, right near the coast. Car rentals in Kent make so much sense because there is so much to explore. Kent car rentals can get you around the city of Kent itself, from Lake Meridian Park to Clark Lake Park to Morrill Meadows Park to the Hong Kong Market, and Kent car rentals can also take you beyond the city limits. You could drive north to Seattle or south to Tacoma. You could drive east into the mountains along scenic I-90 through Snoqualmie Pass or to the West to the Olympic National Forest.  Car rentals in Kent can be at once convenient and exhilarating.
  • If you'll be flying into Washington state and you are looking into car rentals in Kent, you should definitely fly into the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. The SeaTac car rentals are located in the Car Rental Facility outside the terminal. You can catch a free shuttle to the rental car agency of your choice. Some car rental companies at SeaTac include Avis, Enterprise, Payless, Thrifty, and many more. Once you have secured your car rental at SeaTac, it will take about a 20-minute drive to get into Kent, located to the southeast of the airport.
  • Kent, Washington is considered a wonderful place to live, as it is a balanced mixture of rolling green hills and views of Mount Rainier combined with easy access to the more urban Seattle. In terms of traffic, keep in mind that many residents are commuting to Seattle for work every day. Therefore, rush hour traffic can become quite busy. Try to avoid major routes during peak hours of commuter traffic, 7 am to 9 pm and 4 pm to 6 pm, and find a more efficient route.
  • In Kent, Washington, it rains about half of the days out of the year. When you look into car rentals in Kent, keep in mind that you will most likely be driving in the rain at some point. You should not only drive cautiously in the rain, but make sure that your Kent car rental is just as prepared as you are. Before you leave the rental agency with your Kent car rental, make sure the wiper blades are in good working order and your tires have traction, since roads can get slick in the rain.
  • Book your car hire in Kent at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Mini hire cars in Kent are around 46% more expensive than other car types, on average

FAQs about hiring a car in Kent

  • How much is the price of fuel in Kent?

    The average price of fuel in Kent is R60,66 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between R728 and R970, depending on the car size.

  • What is the most popular car hire in Kent?

    Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Kent.

  • Which car hire agencies are at Seattle/Tacoma Intl airport (SEA)?

    The only car hire company onsite at Seattle/Tacoma Intl airport is Fox.

  • Which car hire companies will pick you up at Seattle/Tacoma Intl airport (SEA)?

    The only car hire company that offers shuttle or pick-up services from Seattle/Tacoma Intl airport to off-airport locations is Fox.

  • How can I find car hires near me in Kent?

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

  • How much does a Mini car hire cost in Kent?

    A Mini car hire in Kent costs R2 391 per day, on average.

  • How much does an Intermediate car hire cost in Kent?

    An Intermediate car hire in Kent costs R1 183 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Standard car hire cost in Kent?

    A Standard car hire in Kent costs R4 190 per day, on average.

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in Kent?

    SUVs make wonderful car rentals in Kent because there are so many mountainous and adventurous places to go. An SUV can also make you feel secure and safe in inclement weather. However, if you are not comfortable driving such a large vehicle, then definitely make sure you rent whatever you will feel most safe in and most in control of when you are driving on wet or mountainous roads.

  • What’s the speed limit in Kent?

    In Kent, Washington, all streets within the city limits have a 25 mph speed limit that is in effect at all times. The I-5 and I-405, which run north/south through Kent, have a speed limit of 60 mph. The I-90, which is north of Kent, has the speed limit of 65 mph when going through the mountainous areas. When things level out into the rural areas, the speed limit on the I-90 becomes 70 mph. And as you approach the city, the speed limit becomes 60 mph.

  • Where are the best places to park in Kent?

    In downtown Kent, you can find unlimited free parking in the Kent Station Parking Garage and in the lot on the southwest corner of 2nd Avenue & Titus Street. There is also unlimited free parking on 3rd Avenue south of Titus Street and on Meeker Street, west of 4th Avenue. Any street has unlimited free parking in the evenings from 6 pm to 8 am. Also, there is unlimited free parking on any street on weekends and holidays.

Kent car rental reviews and directory 
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Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8,5

Best rated

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

9.3

Value for money

9.3

3 locations in Kent

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Locations in Kent

2316 Auburn Way N

+1 253 939 4690

Monday07:30 - 17:00
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23219 Pacific Highway South

+1 206 429 9201

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327 Central Ave S

+1 253 859 0720

Monday07:30 - 17:00
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5,6 Fair

Sarah, Jul 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

The first car we were given was dirty - animal hair in the vehicle and the gear shift appeared to be chewed up. The second car we got was below average.

2,0 Poor

Anonymous, Mar 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

No

Cons:

They lied about having the type of car we required.

1 out of 1

Budget

8,0

Very Good

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Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.0

Value for money

10.0

One location in Kent

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22005 84th Avenue South

+1 253 872 0956

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8,0 Very Good

Anonymous, Mar 2024

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Friendly staff, had the truck I was looking for.

1 out of 1

Avis

Cleanliness

3.0

Comfort

6.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.0

Value for money

6.0

One location in Kent

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22005 84th Avenue South

+1 253 395 9975

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
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8,0 Very Good

Anonymous, Jul 2024

Intermediate

KAYAK
Car had a faul smell in it. And I found a blunt in the glove box as well. It was all smelling like weed inside the car and kids were feeling sick. Other than that it was good.

4,0 Mediocre

Anonymous, Oct 2022

KAYAK
To much price difference online compare ofline

1 out of 1

Thrifty

7,0

Good

One location in Kent

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1911 Auburn Way North Ste E

+1 253 333 8215

Monday08:00 - 17:00
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3 locations in Kent

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1911 Auburn Way North Ste E

+1 253 333 8215

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
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26454 Pacific Hwy S

+1 253 215 1225

Monday09:00 - 16:30
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606 Washington Ave N

+1 253 852 4314

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4,0 Mediocre

Mitch, Jul 2024

Intermediate

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I showed up to return my car @ 11:30 am on 7/6/2024 and the location closes at noon but no one was there I waited 30 minutes and called and I could not even leave a voicemail as there was not one set up. I left the car and took the keys because there is not drop box of any kind.

10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Dec 2021

KAYAK
Everything was great, process could have been faster, but still wasn’t bad.

2,0 Poor

Anonymous, May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

I went there and my car was not available at all and my rental didn’t go through. Now I have to call kayak or Hertz for refund.

Cons:

Make sure availability is there before booking

1 out of 1

313 travellers who hired a car in Kent gave the car agency they used an average rating of 7.0

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