Cheap Car Hire in Sterling, Virginia from just $72

I reserved a truck but was only given one option at pickup that was not what I expected. Otherwise very quick and easy pickup / drop off, friendly employees, etc

10.0

Wonderful|Nov 2022

Great experience! Everyone professional and friendly. Upgraded to larger vehicle at no extra expense.

10.0

Wonderful|Nov 2022

Helpful, professional and great car

10.0

Wonderful|Oct 2022

Great price

1 out of 36

Dollar

6.7

Okay

151 reviews•1 location

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8.0

Very Good|Aug 2023

I had a bad experience with this particular Dollar and to be honest if i had known it would that the rental would be from dollar I would of cancelled. But to my surprise I had the pleasure of being assisted by Veronica and Gabriel, from the start Veronica was pleasant and professional and she went above and beyond to make sure everything I needed for my rental was done and done with a smile. There was other people in the line waiting and giving up the spot just because they was assisted by her and was willing to spend more time there because they knew she would do a great job. I glanced over at the Hertz team and they all looked grumpy and unpleasant. All in all was a good experience.

2.0

Poor|June 2023

People were waiting over 5 hours for a car. We finally have up and hired an Uber.

8.0

Very Good|June 2023

Experience was good. Car was good, although there was only 3 to choose from.

8.0

Very Good|Apr 2023

Drop off was incredibly easy, check-in wasn’t difficult but there was a very long line. However, when we got the car, the front windshield on the driver side had a large, cloudy patch on it (approx. 1 foot x 1 foot or so) which made it difficult to see to drive. I called attention to it when we were driving out of the lot but he just blew it off. I bought Windex to clean it but it was sticky and extremely difficult to remove — and then I was stuck on my trip with glass cleaner I didn't need. While the interior was fine, I really wish they'd rented me a car with a clean windshield or at least cleaned while I was there.

10.0

Wonderful|Apr 2023

Very nice team to check us in and out and we were very happy with the choice of vehicles and how quickly the checkout and checkin process went. The car was clean, quiet and efficient and we have nothing but great things to say about Dollar every step of the way. Thank you for the experience.

6.0

Okay|Apr 2023

Do not pre-pay! canceled flights happen!

1 out of 51

Thrifty

6.7

Okay

107 reviews•1 location

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10.0

Wonderful|Aug 2023

Best value car rental option at IAD so I didn't expect much. Instead the staff was very helpful. Special mention to Luke Luwis who provided me with exceptional customer service, including leaving his post to personally check on my preferred EV rental. I was really impressed by his going above and beyond his responsibility. Great job!

2.0

Poor|July 2023

It was the worst car rental experience I have ever had. They couldn’t provide any car for me during the pick up day saying they had no available cars,

4.0

Mediocre|June 2023

Car was amazing. The process and price for rental was simply not good. Very confusing process, very expensive and unexplained charges/fees. Could have been so much better.

2.0

Poor|May 2023

Choice of car was exceptionally misleading

4.0

Mediocre|May 2023

Thirfty did not have any cars available when I arrived. They were going to give me a Camaro but I honestly don't know how people drive those things. Having my wife and toddler with me just made it a hard no. After some haggling I was given a Ford SUV which was fine.

2.0

Poor|Apr 2023

Nearly missed my flight due to waiting for more then an hour and a half for the curtesy bus not picking up waiting customers at the car return. Only one person working and didn't know how to contact the driver who was sitting at the terminal waiting for a call to let him know there were passengers needing to picked up. Some people called for Ubers. When the drive did show up he said he came back thinking something was wrong since he didn't hear from them. There is no reason this should have gone a poorly as it did. I won't be using this location again. That means Thrifty, Dollar and Hertz are out for me. Thanks for narrowing down my choices for this location which I will be traveling too once a month.

1 out of 36

Budget

6.5

Okay

120 reviews•2 locations

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2.0

Poor|Jan 2024

The rental car was absolutely disgusting inside when I picked it up. There was a plug in the tire that eventually leaked and left me stranded on the side of the road for a short while. The windshield washer fluid broke and we could not clean the windshield during a snow storm so the salt got all over the windshield and we could barely see. Worst rental cars experience I've ever had by far.

2.0

Poor|Aug 2023

Waited over an hour and a half to pick up my car. The office was not well air conditioned. Was standing in line the whole time. Quite tiring after a long fight. Also the bus shuttle from the airport took a long time to arrive. (Four Alamo buses had passed during my wait.)

10.0

Wonderful|June 2023

Customer Service Agent was very helpful and friendly.

8.0

Very Good|June 2023

Long line to pick up car

2.0

Poor|June 2023

Car was very dirty and had strong odor of cigarette smoke. Told staff at counter but did not offer a different car, despite the full inventory.

10.0

Wonderful|May 2023

The DC Branch of the Budget / Avis counter is a top notch crew. They got slammed with a steady stream of busloads coming in over 2023 Mother's Day Weekend and it overwhelmed the lobby but the team did a fantastic job managing the crowd and getting everyone into wheels and on their way. Outstanding team at that branch.

1 out of 40

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.6

Very Good

41 reviews•4 locations

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10.0

Wonderful|July 2023

Excellent

10.0

Wonderful|June 2023

Customer service was incredible at all levels.

10.0

Wonderful|Dec 2022

Full economy, quick service for both pick-up and drop-off, quiet car. The car had a high-frequency vibration at highway speeds. All tires need to be spin-balanced and alignment checked. Directions for the drop-off point were misleading, with contradicting paperwork giving a street address in one place and terminal in another. Enterprise was in a different location than most of the other agencies (poor signage didn't help).

8.0

Very Good|Oct 2022

I have no complaints. Merely, I ask that a car freshener be placed in the glove compartment.

10.0

Wonderful|Aug 2022

the staff at the office was very friendly and helpful, there was an issue with my credit card magnetic stripe and they worked hard to resolve the issue. the car was clean, there were several different models to choose from and the pickup and return process was very convenient

2.0

Poor|July 2022

Would not honor the reservation when we arrived. Did not have vehicle available.

1 out of 14

Avis

6.8

Okay

60 reviews•2 locations

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2.0

Poor|Sept 2023

55 minute wait in line to get keys to the car, which had previously been reserved. Low air pressure in tire

2.0

Poor|Feb 2023

I asked for a compact e ded up with a 7 seatwr gas guzzler for me. I am One person . 5 ft tall and barely see over the dash. After flying 29 hours a d arriving at 1030pm the experience wS horrible. The attendant at the desk argued and rebutted my claims my frustration until he had me in tears. The car had damage on it which he refused to come out and notated. After 2 hrs hrs of worthless arguing that I would take it but bring it back in the morning. His answer was "it won't do u no good, we are not going to exchange it. You signed up for a mysterycar. I did not. Between Kayak , priceline and Avis I was assigned a mystery car but I had clicked on a Compact. In the end it was now 2 hrs later, I was angry frustrated and exhausted. I took it but not before taking my own photos Horrid experience.

8.0

Very Good|Dec 2022

We were the first people there and there was issues about which car was ours and it took an hour to finally get us a car.

10.0

Wonderful|Nov 2022

Avis can clean better their cars, they are ALWAYS dirty.

4.0

Mediocre|Nov 2022

The car was comfortable and clean. The price quoted online and the price given at pickup dramatically different. You are stuck in the middle of nowhere. No choice but to pay. But never again.....

6.0

Okay|June 2022

Rental cars very expensive. Pickup clerk was not very friendly. Car smelled of marijuana.

1 out of 20

Silvercar

9.2

Wonderful

2 reviews•1 location

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National

8.7

Very Good

2 reviews•1 location

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Driving with a car hire in Sterling - FAQs

Learn everything there is to know about hiring a car in Sterling so you can be properly prepared for your next trip

Is there a fee to cancel my Sterling, Virginia car hire?

Every car hire company in Sterling has a different cancellation policy. At momondo, we will always disclose in the car hire search results whether or not an agency has a cancellation fee. Some of the top car hire companies in Sterling include Alamo, Dollar, and Thrifty, so be sure to check if they offer free cancellation.

What is the speed limit in Sterling, Virginia?

40 km/h is the city speed limit for Sterling, which also applies to surrounding towns and other urban centres. The suburban speed limit and the speed limit for motorways around Sterling are 120 km/h and 120 km/h, respectively. If you hire a car in Sterling, be aware that these speed limits may be strictly enforced.

What car hire company has the Cadillac XT5 in Sterling?

Hertz has Cadillac XT5 hire available in Sterling for $126/day on average. Availability for the Cadillac XT5 hire in Sterling may vary, so try not to schedule your car hire last-minute.Hertz should have other SUV car hire options in Sterling, such as the Lincoln Continental, if you're unable to book this exact vehicle.

What is the weather like in Sterling, Virginia, VA in April?

Those looking for a hire car in Sterling during the month of April should expect temperatures to be around 12 °C and should expect around 90 mm of precipitation. This information can be helpful when choosing which car you’d like to rent.

Is the weather in Sterling similar to the rest of Virginia?

Those looking to hire a car in Sterling for a road trip to the surrounding areas, please know the weather in Virginia during the month of April usually is around 14 °C with 81.7 mm of possible rain.

When did momondo last update prices for cars in Sterling?

Prices for cars in Sterling are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for cars in Sterling?

As of April 2024, there are 21 operators available to choose from for cars in Sterling.

How old do you have to be to hire a car in Sterling?

Age requirements for drivers vary depending on the country, including Sterling. In several EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. Generally, to hire a car overseas, you must be at least 21 years old, and if you're under 25, you may be charged a young driver surcharge. It's recommended that you review the policy of your preferred hire company before booking.

What documentation or ID do you need to hire a car in Sterling?

When hiring a car in Sterling, all drivers must present a full valid driving license. An International Driving Permit is required if the driving license is written in a language different to that of the country of rental and may be necessary to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you are hiring abroad, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We always recommend checking with the individual hire company you are booking with.

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to book a car hire in Sterling?

Choosing momondo to search for car hire in Sterling makes sense because it is quick and free of charge. We find all the rental car hire prices and policies, you simply choose what works best for you and your trip.

How does momondo help me find the best car hire deal in Sterling?

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