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Cheap Car Hire in Waterloo, Iowa

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

For the best savings on car hire in Waterloo, make your reservation 33 days before pickup. The average price then is just R845/day – about 1 008% less than the yearly average.

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What is the best car rental company in Waterloo?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Waterloo is Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 8.0/10 with 4 reviews). Dollar (rated 7.4/10) is also highly rated by our users.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
8.0
Dollar
Dollar
7.4
Avis
Avis
6.5
Easirent
Easirent
4.5

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

At Waterloo, the best time to hire a car is in February, with an average daily rate of just R1 061. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging R1 509 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 Waterloo, the best time to hire a car is in February, with an average daily rate of just R1 061. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging R1 509 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

R1 078

February

R1 061

March

R1 276

April

R1 127

May

R1 492

June

R1 426

July

R1 509

August

R1 392

September

R1 326

October

R1 227

November

R1 194

December

R1 061

What car do most people hire in Waterloo?

Intermediate cars (Toyota RAV4 or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Waterloo. Mini cars (Chrysler Pacifica or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Economy cars (Mitsubishi Mirage or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Waterloo?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 2 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. AutoEurope has the second-highest number of locations in Waterloo at 1.

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Top rental agencies in Waterloo, IA

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Waterloo, IA known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Waterloo, IA. Reviews were last updated on 1 January 2026.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8,0
Very Good
4 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,0

Pick-up/drop-off

8,0

Value

8,0

Dollar

1 location
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Avis

6,5
Okay
2 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

6,5

Comfort

6,5

Overall

6,5

Pick-up/drop-off

6,5

Value

5,9

Easirent

1 location
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Cleanliness

5,1

Comfort

5,2

Overall

4,5

Pick-up/drop-off

4,4

Value

5,0

Budget

3,9
Poor
4 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

5,9

Comfort

7,1

Overall

3,9

Pick-up/drop-off

3,9

Value

7,1

Free2Move

1 location
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AutoEurope

1 location
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Hertz

1 review•1 location
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Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Waterloo, IA, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 1 January 2026.

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

    Yes, hiring a vehicle in Waterloo for a month is certainly possible.

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