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Tennessee car hires in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Tennessee. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 17 July 2026.

Most popular company

Hertz

Most common car type

Standard

Average price per day

R837

Cheapest price per day

R819
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Cheapflights insights for Tennessee car hires

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Tennessee, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Tennessee?

To get the best deal on car hire in Tennessee, book about 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around R890, which is about 1 312% cheaper than the typical rate.

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What is the best car rental company in Tennessee?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Tennessee is Resla (rated 10.0/10). National (rated 8.7/10) is also highly rated by our users.

Resla
Resla
10.0
National
National
8.7
Priceless
Priceless
8.0
Avis
Avis
6.6

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

At Tennessee, the best time to hire a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just R824. Conversely, June is the priciest month, averaging R1 190 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Tennessee, the best time to hire a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just R824. Conversely, June is the priciest month, averaging R1 190 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

R824

February

R890

March

R1 059

April

R1 102

May

R1 135

June

R1 190

July

R1 130

August

R988

September

R977

October

R1 113

November

R1 004

December

R961

What car do most people hire in Tennessee?

The most popular types of cars to hire in Tennessee are the following: SUV cars (Chevrolet Equinox or similar), Economy cars (Chevrolet Sonic Sedan or similar), and Premium cars (BMW X5 or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Tennessee?

Avis has 10 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Payless has the second-highest number of locations in Tennessee at 2.

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Top rental agencies in Tennessee

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Tennessee known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Tennessee. Reviews were last updated on 17 July 2026.

Resla

4 locations
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National

3 locations
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Priceless

1 location
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Avis

10 locations
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Budget

9 locations
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Advantage

1 location
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Thrifty

8 locations
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Hertz

15 locations
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Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Tennessee, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 17 July 2026.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Tennessee for a week from Hertz?

    Hertz is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Tennessee. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about R5 859 per week.

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

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

Car hires by fuel type in Tennessee

Browse car hires by fuel type in Tennessee. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Tennessee. Deals were last updated on 17 July 2026.
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Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Tennessee. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (R63+).

Electric

Electric

R63+

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Hybrid

R66+

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