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KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Tempe
- Car rentals are convenient when maneuvering in and around Tempe, helping get to where you need to go with flexibility and personal space. You can check out comedy shows, dances, and concerts at the Tempe Center for Arts in the town or drive to the Arizona Museum of Natural History, located around 7 miles from Tempe in the neighboring Mesa area. If you are traveling with family, obtaining a van from car rentals in Tempe allows you to visit Papago Park, around 3 miles from Downtown Tempe, where you can bike, hike, or have a picnic.
- You can get to Tempe via the Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX), located around 4 miles from the city. The airport has a Car Rental Center containing different companies, such as Alamo, Avis, Fox Rent-A-Car, NU Car Rentals, and Thrifty. You can reach this center using the Car Rental Shuttle that stops every few minutes at the sidewalk on every terminal's baggage claim levels. Ensure to book your vehicle before your trip, because car rentals in Tempe and the Phoenix area have high demand, limiting walk-up clients' options.
- Tempe has a well-constructed transportation system, mainly featuring freeways such as the US 60, facilitating efficient movement within and outside the city. You can opt to install a navigation system in your Tempe car rental to increase your confidence and avoid getting lost among the town's multiple streets. The city has seen a few cases of jaywalking accidents, so you want to keep an eye out for cyclists and pedestrians.
- The afternoon rush hour generally starts around 3pm and worsens at 5:30pm. In the morning, the congestion lasts from approximately 6am to 9am, getting heaviest at around 8am. If you want convenient time management, it is best to wait until 6pm or leaving much earlier than scheduled. In particular, you want to stay away from the I-10 Highway that creates a lot of traffic at the exits.
- Book your car hire in Tempe at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Supplier choice hire cars in Tempe are around 43% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about hiring a car in Tempe
What type of car is recommended for driving in Tempe?
The efficient transportation network allows you to choose nearly any vehicle without worries about navigation on rough terrain. If you are traveling with family, you can get an SUV for a spacious and comfortable ride throughout your stay. Additionally, the numerous parking spaces available within the city offer flexibility, allowing you to select between compact and sizeable models, depending on your preference.
What’s the speed limit in Tempe?
The city has about a 40mph speed limit on streets with minimal pedestrian and cyclist activity and a 25-35mph restriction on roads with medium activity, such as school zones. It also applies a 30mph limitation on streets with high bicycle and pedestrian activity. Mill Avenue, lying between University Drive and Rio Salado Parkway, has a maximum limit of around 25mph due to its very active status. Neighborhood streets operate at approximately 20-25mph, while collector streets restrict it between 25-30mph. The roads have marked signs that make it easy to adjust your speeds and avoid accidents or traffic violations bookings during your stay in Tempe.
Where are the best places to park in Tempe?
You can find multiple parking garages within the downtown neighborhood in the city center, such as Chase Parking Garage on Ash Avenue that charges around $15 daily. Another option is the City Hall Parking Garage along Mill Avenue, where you will pay approximately $16 per day after an initial free hour. You can choose to use public parking spots at affordable rates, such as the Emerson Garage on 5th Street, operating at about $12 per day.
How much is the price of fuel in Tempe?
The average price of fuel in Tempe is R61,32 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between R736 and R981, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular car hire in Tempe?
Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Tempe.
Which car hire agencies are at Sky Harbor Intl airport (PHX)?
The only car hire company onsite at Sky Harbor Intl airport is Budget.
Which car hire companies will pick you up at Sky Harbor Intl airport (PHX)?
The only car hire company that offers shuttle or pick-up services from Sky Harbor Intl airport to off-airport locations is Budget.
How can I find car hires near me in Tempe?
Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.
How much does a Special car hire cost in Tempe?
A Special car hire in Tempe costs R714 per day, on average.
How much does a Standard car hire cost in Tempe?
A Standard car hire in Tempe costs R746 per day, on average.
How much does an Intermediate car hire cost in Tempe?
An Intermediate car hire in Tempe costs R816 per day, on average.
Tempe car rental reviews and directory All ratings and reviews are collected from KAYAK users with a verified car hire booking. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Avis
9,5
Wonderful
Read 2 reviewsCleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.5
Pick-up/Drop-off
9.0
Value for money
8.0
One location in Tempe
Locations in Tempe
1412 North Scottsdale Road
+1 480 994 9376
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10,0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Oct 2022
8,0 Very Good
Anonymous, Nov 2021
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
8,6
Very Good
Read 6 reviewsCleanliness
9.0
Comfort
8.9
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.4
Value for money
8.4
4 locations in Tempe
Locations in Tempe
1120 N Mcclintock Dr
+1 480 784 5995
1131 W Broadway Rd
+1 480 829 3970
1801 E. Baseline Rd
+1 480 820 1883
8201 S Priest Dr
+1 480 940 1616
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10,0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Apr 2020
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Service was wonderful.Cons:
Everything was great.2,0 Poor
Anonymous, Jan 2020
Pros:
Nothing! Worst interaction I’ve ever had with ANY business! After 4 hours of waiting for a pickup, they brought me to a location that only had trucks and mini-vans available when my reservation was for a small economy car. Then they had the nerve to get upset with me for being mad! Nobody ever apologized!Cons:
They could have been up front from the start and told me either that they didn’t have the type of car I reserved, or that they couldn’t provide pickup. Instead, they led me on a wild goose for 4 hours (!) and never delivered.10,0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Nov 2019
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The staff is friendly and helpful, we didn't have to wait at all and they found us a car that met all of our needs.8,0 Very Good
Anonymous, Mar 2022
10,0 Wonderful
Mark, Mar 2022
8,0 Very Good
Anonymous, Feb 2022
Hertz
6,5
Okay
Read 9 reviewsCleanliness
7.4
Comfort
6.7
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.7
Value for money
6.6
3 locations in Tempe
Locations in Tempe
1747 East Apache Boulevard
+1 480 967 7577
510 S Forest Avenue
+1 480 317 1380
7700 S Priest Drive
+1 480 753 4606
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8,0 Very Good
Anonymous, Oct 2022
10,0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Dec 2021
8,0 Very Good
Brad, Dec 2021
2,0 Poor
Anonymous, Mar 2021
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Everything bad from A to Z . The worst experience ever2,0 Poor
Anonymous, Jul 2022
2,0 Poor
Anonymous, Jun 2022
Budget
6,2
Okay
One location in Tempe
Locations in Tempe
1412 North Scottsdale Road
+1 480 994 9088
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Dollar
5,3
Fair
One location in Tempe
Locations in Tempe
7700 S Priest Drive
+1 480 753 4606
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Thrifty
5,0
Fair
One location in Tempe
Locations in Tempe
7700 South Priest Drive
+1 480 753 4606
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One location in Tempe
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1701 West Baseline Road
+1 480 439 4079
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| Pick-up location | Tempe |
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| Hire locations | 13 |
| Airport locations | 0 |