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How much does a Standard car hire cost in Knoxville?

A Standard car hire in Knoxville costs R1 231 per day, on average. Search car hire on KAYAK

How much does a Special car hire cost in Knoxville?

A Special car hire in Knoxville costs R1 197 per day, on average. Search car hire on KAYAK

How much does a Mini car hire cost in Knoxville?

A Mini car hire in Knoxville costs R1 704 per day, on average. Search car hire on KAYAK

What type of car is recommended for driving in Knoxville?

When visiting in the winter, a 4-wheel-drive car is a wise choice to make to ensure maximal road grip and a smoother driving experience. An SUV or a minivan provide a good deal of space for luggage or families, are good for driving even in bad weather, and are not too bulky to navigate through the city. Search car hire on KAYAK

What’s the speed limit in Knoxville?

Speed limits are posted on the right-hand side of the road. If no clearly posted sign is visible, the general regulations permit 30 mph in residential areas, 55 mph on two-lane roads, and up to 70 mph on interstates and freeways. Always adjust your speed to the prevailing weather and road conditions. Search car hire on KAYAK

Where are the best places to park in Knoxville?

As in most US cities, on-street parking is metered in Knoxville and is free on Sundays and holidays in most areas -- simply check the designated sign. There are also many parking lots and garages available in downtown and around, such as the Dwight Kessel Garage, which costs around $7 per day, or the Promenade Garage with its daily rate of about $5. Search car hire on KAYAK

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How far in advance should you book car hire in Knoxville?

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

What is the best car hire company in Knoxville?

Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car hire companies in Knoxville are Hertz (6.3, 68 reviews), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (7.8, 22 reviews), and Budget (6.3, 40 reviews).

Hertz

Rated 6.3/10

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Rated 7.8/10

Budget

Rated 6.3/10

National

Rated 10.0/10

What is the most popular rental car in Knoxville?

Intermediate rentals (Hyundai Elantra or similar) are the most popular type of vehicle to rent in Knoxville. Intermediate rentals in Knoxville cost R1 175/day on average, though some users have found deals as low as R1 010/day.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Knoxville?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Knoxville is February at an average cost of R968/day. July is the most expensive month to hire a car in Knoxville when prices are R1 351/day on average, which tends to be 1 976% above the yearly average hire price for Knoxville.

Which car hire company in Knoxville has the most locations?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car operates 6 locations in Knoxville, more than any other car hire company.

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Verified travelerDec 2024

Type of car is really a personal choice. Gas was not readily available on the right side of the highway just before the airport. I didn't really need to drive much, so there was no problem there. I didn't need to deal with insurance. If I had, my own insurance would have covered it. No need to get insurance through Avis

Verified travelerNov 2024

Make sure you call the office you rent from and make sure they are giving you the exact car that you need and have selected

Verified travelerOct 2023

Do not let them rush you on look over. Look at vehicle outside and make them look with you on inside under seats if you renting a large vehicle..

Verified travelerNov 2023

Driving in Knoxville... If you've lived in Atlanta and drove into the city every day, you can drive in Knoxville.

Verified travelerSept 2023

Get a drop box for the keys at this location.

ErinJul 2023

We discovered that it was cheaper to rent a car for a month than 3 weeks. Do show up with some flexibility regarding the cars that are available.

There is much to explore in and around Knoxville, so why not make the most out of your holiday and rent a car to gain the most flexibility? It will not only be easier to whizz through the city of Knoxville and visit the zoo, the Memorial Park, or the local golf club, but travelers also get the opportunity to venture out and discover the hidden secrets of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, for instance, which is just under an hour away.
McGhee Tyson Airport is about 14 miles from Knoxville center, and the easiest way is to rent a car directly from their on-site agencies, including Hertz, Avis, or Alamo. This way you can start your time in Knoxville hassle-free and will be in the heart of the city in less than half an hour via the US-129 N.
Whoever is visiting Knoxville in the winter time should be prepared to drive on ice, as snow is a regular companion of the cold months here. Ensure the hire car has winter tires on and adjust your speed, as snow and rain can turn the streets into icy slides. Sudden braking or accelerating should also be avoided; but with the proper preparation, even the winter in Knoxville is nothing to worry about.
Even though the city is not as clogged up as other major US cities, rush hour can still mean congested roads, and it is advised to avoid driving through the city between 8-9am and 4-6pm. Especially the interstates 40 and 640 can be congested during peak times and should be avoided if possible.
Intermediate hire cars in Knoxville are around 26% cheaper than other car types, on average

What type of car is recommended for driving in Knoxville?
When visiting in the winter, a 4-wheel-drive car is a wise choice to make to ensure maximal road grip and a smoother driving experience. An SUV or a minivan provide a good deal of space for luggage or families, are good for driving even in bad weather, and are not too bulky to navigate through the city.
What’s the speed limit in Knoxville?
Speed limits are posted on the right-hand side of the road. If no clearly posted sign is visible, the general regulations permit 30 mph in residential areas, 55 mph on two-lane roads, and up to 70 mph on interstates and freeways. Always adjust your speed to the prevailing weather and road conditions.
Where are the best places to park in Knoxville?
As in most US cities, on-street parking is metered in Knoxville and is free on Sundays and holidays in most areas -- simply check the designated sign. There are also many parking lots and garages available in downtown and around, such as the Dwight Kessel Garage, which costs around $7 per day, or the Promenade Garage with its daily rate of about $5.
How can I find car hires near me in Knoxville?
Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.
How much does a Standard car hire cost in Knoxville?
A Standard car hire in Knoxville costs R1 231 per day, on average.
How much does a Special car hire cost in Knoxville?
A Special car hire in Knoxville costs R1 197 per day, on average.
How much does a Mini car hire cost in Knoxville?
A Mini car hire in Knoxville costs R1 704 per day, on average.

Hertz

6,3

Okay

Read 68 reviews

Cleanliness

6.2

Comfort

6.7

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.5

Value for money

6.4

5 locations in Knoxville

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Locations in Knoxville

201 North Seven Oaks Drive

+1 865 444 3561

Monday	08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday	08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday	08:00 - 18:00
Thursday	08:00 - 18:00
Friday	08:00 - 18:00
Saturday	09:00 - 12:00

2055 Alcoa Highway

+1 865 342 3232

Monday	07:00 - 23:59
Tuesday	07:00 - 23:59
Wednesday	07:00 - 23:59
Thursday	07:00 - 23:59
Friday	07:00 - 23:59
Saturday	07:00 - 23:59
Sunday	07:00 - 23:59

525 Henley Street

+1 865 971 3021

Monday	07:30 - 18:00
Tuesday	07:30 - 18:00
Wednesday	07:30 - 18:00
Thursday	07:30 - 18:00
Friday	07:30 - 18:00
Saturday	09:00 - 12:00

540 Frank Gardner

+1 865 444 3561

Monday	07:30 - 18:00
Tuesday	07:30 - 18:00
Wednesday	07:30 - 18:00
Thursday	07:30 - 18:00
Friday	07:30 - 18:00
Saturday	09:00 - 12:00

6285 Clinton Highway

+1 865 219 5240

Monday	08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday	08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday	08:00 - 18:00
Thursday	08:00 - 18:00
Friday	08:00 - 18:00
Saturday	09:00 - 12:00

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6,0 Okay

Anonymous, Nov 2024

Full-size SUV

I had reserved a full size SUV Chevy Tahoe and when I got there they had a Hyundai palisades which is a much smaller vehicle. They said it was the same thing because hertz goes by that there is a third row. But I needed the interior space not the need to sit a bunch of people. It was extremely frustrating and stressful. It delayed my trip by 3hrs.

2,0 Poor

Anonymous, Oct 2024

Supplier choice

Poor customer service. Bad attitude at the counter. Not enough information before booking ended not getting the car because can not be driven to certain states. Lot of time wasted.

4,0 Mediocre

Anonymous, Jul 2024

People carrier

Car was dirty. Eaten sunflower seeds, drinks, and trash all in it. Sticky stuff everywhere. Car was NOT full of gas. Started with 50 miles less than I returned it with, AT LEAST. Rip off for sure. Not using Hertz again.

2,0 Poor

Anonymous, May 2024

Supplier choice

Wouldn’t accept affirm as form of payment for rental that was offered even with an additional credit card and debit card on hand even though it was offered on the website

10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Nov 2023

Compact

2023 Toyota Camry. Wow! The technology! Great gas mileage. ECO mode, cruising at 62 mph, we were getting 44.9 MPG! The staff both pick up and return (TY2 ?) were fabulous! Only negative, the Camry 24000+/- was soiled. Someone we believe had smoked in the car. The interior windshield was dirty. Dash had been wiped, but not cleaned. Did I tell you we got 44.9 MPG!!! Who cares if the interior windshield was dirty! We'll be back!

2,0 Poor

Anonymous, Dec 2021

We reserved a premium car. None were available (I understand) and we were given a Ford Ecosport. The smallest of SUV's. When we asked for a rate adjustment, they refused. Also the two drivers side tires were extremely low on pressure and missing valve stem caps. It is extremely difficult to find a source for airing up tires. When we returned to Sarasota, the pickup return location was chaotic. No one present to help, we didn't receive a final receipt, and the service overall was extremely poor. I guess the public are at the rental car companies mercy these days. Very disappointing.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7,8

Good

Read 22 reviews

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.1

Value for money

7.5

6 locations in Knoxville

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2055 Alcoa Hwy

+1 314 863 6886

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4411 Clinton Hwy

+1 865 687 8411

Monday	07:30 - 18:00
Tuesday	07:30 - 18:00
Wednesday	07:30 - 18:00
Thursday	07:30 - 18:00
Friday	07:30 - 18:00
Saturday	09:00 - 12:00
Sunday	13:00 - 16:00

530 Summer Pl

+1 865 579 5559

Monday	07:30 - 18:00
Tuesday	07:30 - 18:00
Wednesday	07:30 - 18:00
Thursday	07:30 - 18:00
Friday	07:30 - 18:00
Saturday	09:00 - 12:00
Sunday	00:00 - 00:00

6339 Clinton Hwy

+1 865 922 0709

Monday	07:30 - 18:00
Tuesday	07:30 - 18:00
Wednesday	07:30 - 18:00
Thursday	07:30 - 18:00
Friday	07:30 - 18:00
Saturday	09:00 - 12:00
Sunday	00:00 - 00:00

8314 Kingston Pike

+1 865 694 8526

Monday	07:30 - 18:00
Tuesday	07:30 - 18:00
Wednesday	07:30 - 18:00
Thursday	07:30 - 18:00
Friday	07:30 - 18:00
Saturday	09:00 - 12:00
Sunday	00:00 - 00:00

9616 Parkside Dr

+1 865 690 8448

Monday	07:30 - 18:00
Tuesday	07:30 - 18:00
Wednesday	07:30 - 18:00
Thursday	07:30 - 18:00
Friday	07:30 - 18:00
Saturday	09:00 - 12:00
Sunday	13:00 - 16:00

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10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jun 2024

People carrier

Amazing customer service at this location.

10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jan 2024

Supplier choice

Kienan was great.

8,0 Very Good

Drew, Sept 2023

Full-size

I've never been impressed by how clean their cars are, they usually aren't very clean, so it met my expectations, it was OK...

10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Apr 2021

Cons:

Night drop to return car

10,0 Wonderful

Charlene, Jan 2021

Pros:

Everyone at this location are very helpful and professional.

Cons:

I would really like it if Enterprise put floor mats back into cars. It is much easier to clean a rubber floor mat than a carpet before returning the rental.

2,0 Poor

Anonymous, Jan 2021

Pros:

Not much too like other than car was fairly new.

Cons:

Car was not clean. Had to drive with windows down the entire time due to extreme smoke smell. Trash left in glove box. We were originally scheduled to have an SUV that we booked months ago and location gave it away to another costumer forcing us to either take a mini van or a small car. Location did not inform us that they were closed on Sunday when we were scheduled to drop off either.

Budget

6,3

Okay

Read 40 reviews

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

6.4

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.5

Value for money

6.6

3 locations in Knoxville

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4742 Centerline Drive

+1 865 544 4335

Monday	08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday	08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday	08:00 - 18:00
Thursday	08:00 - 18:00
Friday	08:00 - 18:00
Saturday	08:00 - 18:00
Sunday	10:00 - 13:00

5535 Clinton Highway

+1 865 281 8880

Monday	08:00 - 18:00
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Wednesday	08:00 - 18:00
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8014 Kingston Pike

+1 865 531 2198

Monday	07:00 - 23:59
Tuesday	07:00 - 23:59
Wednesday	07:00 - 23:59
Thursday	07:00 - 23:59
Friday	07:00 - 23:59
Saturday	08:00 - 18:00
Sunday	08:00 - 18:00

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2,0 Poor

Anonymous, Feb 2025

People carrier

So I went to pick up a vehicle. They did not have what I asked for so he wants to give me a different vehicle. I ask him if I have any other option beside what he wants to give me simply he was just so rude. He said that’s all what I have whether you want it or not And then it’s OK. I will take that one then he said you know what I don’t want to give you vehicle Anymore and he said he’s also a owner over there so you don’t have to worry about complaining anybody that was super rude. I never ever go to that place anymore.

10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jul 2024

Economy

Specific car I had (Malibu) is such an uncomfortable car. Drove fine, just super cramped, shoulda asked for a Kia or a midsize. Oh well

2,0 Poor

Anonymous, Jul 2024

People carrier

The office people very rude. Car was disgusting tar all over it car smelled of smoke. The people lie at the office.

2,0 Poor

Anonymous, Jun 2024

People carrier

I received a van that had not been serviced and was left stranded waiting for a tow truck that never arrived resulting in a call back to Budget. 9 hours later I had a replacement vehicle but Budget tried to "hold my personal property hostage" at the hanger where the tow truck was taking the broken down vehicle and it took over an hour to get my belongings transferred from the broken down vehicle to the new vehicle. When I arrived to pick up initially, I was told that it showed a 10:00 am pick up in their computer, but my paperwork showed 12:00 p.m. While on my trip, I had to trade vehicles 4 more times due to issues with the replacements given. As a corporate, the business practices were challenging to navigate and I got the run around numerous times and often was unable to understand the Budget phone workers due to broken English. To say the least, I will never rent from Budget again, but likely the last vacation my mother will be able to take was impeded by the repetitive issues with rentals through Budget.

6,0 Okay

Jake, Apr 2024

Economy

When a tire has a big chunk out of it, don't have your associates say it's ok to drive.

10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Feb 2024

Compact

The process was quick and easy.

National

10,0

Wonderful

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

One location in Knoxville

Locations in Knoxville

8314 Kingston Pike

Monday	07:30 - 18:00
Tuesday	07:30 - 18:00
Wednesday	07:30 - 18:00
Thursday	07:30 - 18:00
Friday	07:30 - 18:00
Saturday	09:00 - 12:00

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Avis

6,0

Okay

Read 16 reviews

Cleanliness

6.2

Comfort

6.6

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.3

Value for money

6.1

3 locations in Knoxville

Locations in Knoxville

4742 Centerline Drive

+1 865 544 5815

Monday	08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday	08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday	08:00 - 18:00
Thursday	08:00 - 18:00
Friday	08:00 - 18:00
Saturday	08:00 - 18:00
Sunday	10:00 - 13:00

5535 Clinton Highway

+1 865 687 5722

Monday	08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday	08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday	08:00 - 18:00
Thursday	08:00 - 18:00
Friday	08:00 - 18:00
Saturday	08:00 - 18:00
Sunday	08:00 - 18:00

8014 Kingston Pike

+1 865 560 5188

Monday	07:00 - 23:59
Tuesday	07:00 - 23:59
Wednesday	07:00 - 23:59
Thursday	07:00 - 23:59
Friday	07:00 - 23:59
Saturday	08:00 - 18:00
Sunday	08:00 - 18:00

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2,0 Poor

Anonymous, Dec 2024

Compact

My husband had made the car reservation for me. He asked for pick up and drop off at Knoxville airport. After I waited in line for about an hour, I was told I had to go to the Avis location in town. After a $25.00 Uber ride, I got an upgrade that I didn't want. My husband ordered a compact car, but presumable it was not available. Next time, we will make arrangements directly through Avis.

6,0 Okay

Anonymous, Jul 2024

Pick-up truck

I was in Knoxville Tennessee. My truck is broke down so I need to rental car from Knoxville TN to Virginia. I booked the truck Toyota Tacoma online on July 23, when I come to the property for pick up, The guy is there he said all sold out, what a joke, even I talk to someone the lady was talking to me after I booked online. I also called them to I booked the truck which is a Toyota Tacoma, I need to confirm, she’s said you all confirmed and pick up around 12 o’clock. Then I got Chrysler passenger van white color it is so dirty. It’s dog here inside a lot, no clean no vacuum anything. Please take care of your Avis website, if you don’t have vehicle available, it’s not supposed to show online. Thank you

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How far in advance should you book car hire in Knoxville?

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

What is the best car hire company in Knoxville?

Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car hire companies in Knoxville are Hertz (6.3, 68 reviews), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (7.8, 22 reviews), and Budget (6.3, 40 reviews).

What is the most popular rental car in Knoxville?

Intermediate rentals (Hyundai Elantra or similar) are the most popular type of vehicle to rent in Knoxville. Intermediate rentals in Knoxville cost R1 175/day on average, though some users have found deals as low as R1 010/day.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Knoxville?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Knoxville is February at an average cost of R968/day. July is the most expensive month to hire a car in Knoxville when prices are R1 351/day on average, which tends to be 1 976% above the yearly average hire price for Knoxville.

Which car hire company in Knoxville has the most locations?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car operates 6 locations in Knoxville, more than any other car hire company.

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