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Cheap Car Hire in Knoxville from $104

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Knoxville with a pick-up date of 28/3 and drop-off date of 30/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Knoxville?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Knoxville and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 26 February 2025.

January

$93

February

$85

March

$102

April

$104

May

$104

June

$116

July

$116

August

$100

September

$99

October

$107

November

$105

December

$104

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Knoxville is February. The most expensive time to rent a car is June. 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

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Knoxville and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 26 February 2025.

SUV is the cheapest car type you can hire in Knoxville this past week from 18 hire locations out of 5 hire agencies. Prices for a Knoxville SUV hire start from $104/day. Check out available deals for 5 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:

Economy

Economy

Intermediate

Intermediate

Full-size

Full-size

People mover

People mover

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Premium

Premium

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

Compare available car types for hire in Knoxville

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Knoxville to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 26 February 2025.

Small cars

$64 - $142

All Car Types

$69 - $211

To hire a small car in Knoxville, the United States, you would pay an average price of $97/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Knoxville, the United States (~$64/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~$142/day). In fact, September is about 35% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Knoxville. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Knoxville, hiring a small car saves you 14% 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 car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Knoxville, the United States, you would pay an average price of $59/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Knoxville, the United States (~$58/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~$120/day). In fact, February is about 2% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Knoxville. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Knoxville, hiring a medium car saves you 48% 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 car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Knoxville, the United States, you would pay an average price of $87/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Knoxville, the United States (~$67/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~$345/day). In fact, November is about 23% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Knoxville. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Knoxville, hiring a large car saves you 24% 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 car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in Knoxville, the United States, you would pay an average price of $65/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Knoxville, the United States (~$58/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~$146/day). In fact, February is about 11% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Knoxville. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Knoxville, hiring a SUV saves you 43% 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 hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Holden Barina$110/day
2
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A/C
Holden Barina

Top hire agencies in Knoxville

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Knoxville known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 5 car hire companies in Knoxville. Reviews were last updated on 26 February 2025.
Book your reservation with one of the top car hire agencies located in Knoxville, including Hertz, Budget and National. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.

Hertz

6.3
Okay
69 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.2

Comfort

6.7

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

6.4

Budget

6.2
Okay
40 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

6.4

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.5

National

1 location

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.8
Good
24 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.6

Avis

6.0
Okay
16 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.2

Comfort

6.6

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

6.1

Best Knoxville car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Knoxville. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 5 hire car agencies in Knoxville with an average daily rate of $126. Data was last updated on 26 February 2025.
Some of the most attractive options when it comes to hiring a car in Knoxville. Deals are updated frequently so be sure to check back soon for more options.
Mitsubishi Eclipse$104/day
5
2
M
A/C
Mitsubishi Eclipse
Kia Picanto$110/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Kia Sportage$112/day
5
M
A/C
Kia Sportage

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Knoxville, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 26 February 2025.
  • What car hire 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: Enterprise Rent-A-Car ($104/day), Hertz ($114/day), and Turo ($120/day).

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Enterprise Rent-A-Car (7.8 rating), Budget (6.3 rating) and Hertz (6.3 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Knoxville.

  • What are petrol prices like in Knoxville?

    The average price of petrol in Knoxville is $1.42/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $64 and $92 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Hiring your favourite car model can become more difficult the closer you are to your desired travel date. It’s ideal to book early to have that peace of mind. An early booking can save you up to 35% in Knoxville - we recommend booking at least 7days in advance.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Knoxville?

    The length of time you can book a car hire for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Knoxville it should be possible to hire a car for a whole month if needed.

  • What car do most people hire in Knoxville?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Knoxville is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica) based on our Cheapflights data.

Car hires by fuel type in Knoxville

Browse car hires by fuel type in Knoxville. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Knoxville. Deals were last updated on 26 February 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Knoxville. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest ($64+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

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