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What is the cheapest car hire agency in Tampa?
The cheapest car hire in Tampa are generally found through U-Save. When booking with U-Save, you may be able to find car hire prices for as low as $21/day. The average price to hire a car in Tampa is $22/day.
What car hire company in Tampa has the most locations?
Enterprise Rent-A-Car has the most locations of any car hire company in Tampa, with 20 locations.
What car do most people hire in Tampa?
For an average of $52/day (and as low as $38/day), Hyundai Elantra hire in Tampa is the most popular car among our users. Hiring the Volkswagen Tiguan in Tampa for $56/day on average ($43/day for a cheap deal) is another popular choice.
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Small cars
$30 - $78
All Car Types
$46 - $87
The average price of a small car hire in Tampa, the United States is $53. The cheapest time to hire a small car in Tampa, the United States is in January. The price is 45% lower than the rest of the year at just $30 per day. A small car rental is typically 19% less expensive than the average rental car in Tampa. The average price of a vehicle hire in Tampa can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for Tampa small car hire found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a medium car hire in Tampa, the United States is $60. The cheapest time to hire a medium car in Tampa, the United States is in February. The price is 33% lower than the rest of the year at just $41 per day. A medium car rental is typically 8% less expensive than the average rental car in Tampa. The average price of a vehicle hire in Tampa can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for Tampa medium car hire found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a large car hire in Tampa, the United States is $69. The cheapest time to hire a large car in Tampa, the United States is in February. The price is 37% lower than the rest of the year at just $44 per day. A large car rental is typically 5% more expensive than the average rental car in Tampa. The average price of a vehicle hire in Tampa can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for Tampa large car hire found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a SUV hire in Tampa, the United States is $74. The cheapest time to hire a SUV in Tampa, the United States is in February. The price is 31% lower than the rest of the year at just $52 per day. A SUV rental is typically 12% more expensive than the average rental car in Tampa. The average price of a vehicle hire in Tampa can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for Tampa SUV hire found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a van hire in Tampa, the United States is $49. The cheapest time to hire a van in Tampa, the United States is in September. The price is 4% lower than the rest of the year at just $52 per day. A van rental is typically 25% less expensive than the average rental car in Tampa. The average price of a vehicle hire in Tampa can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire.
I was very pleased with the unexpected SIGNIFICANT upgrade -- I originally had booked a convertible, expecting just a Mustang convertible, so you can only imagine how happy I was when I arrived at the counter and was upgraded to a relatively brand new BMW Z4 at the same rate! Even better, with the original reservation, I would have had to return the car the next day by 7:30PM to the Orlando Airport and be charged two days' rate (my pick up was at 5PM Saturday, needing to return by 7:30PM Sunday and otherwise see a MASSIVE rate hike from ~$150 to ~$600). However, because of the change in vehicles, I could return it on Monday by 5PM for the original rate of ~$150 at the hotel I was staying in, saving me a LOT of hassle. I imagine Sixt may have lost some money with my reservation, but a great experience from start to finish.for me!
2.0
Poor|July 2023
Car was dirty and there was roaches on it, really disappointing, not to mention they didn't have the car when I arrived
10.0
Wonderful|June 2023
Apart from the rental office being a few blocks from the Tampa airport, we could not have asked for a better experience. Great vehicle, great service, great price.
10.0
Wonderful|June 2023
Thank you ....the car was perfect....we had a great time...
2.0
Poor|June 2023
Very dishonest staff, hung up when called, billing was a lot more than original booking . Never rent from then again
10.0
Wonderful|May 2023
Customer service and the information provided was perfect.
Got an upgrade, very satysfied with both the car and service at Dollar
10.0
Wonderful|July 2023
Excellent service
6.0
Okay|July 2023
The agent at the counter told us we did not need a toll pass and we did. We went through one toll. I told them and they would not remove the FINE with the toll. For this reason, I will not rent from them again.
6.0
Okay|June 2023
Nice car. Very rude employee in the garage (the one who gave me the key). No manners, and very rude.
8.0
Very Good|May 2023
Return at IAD was not a good experience.
8.0
Very Good|Apr 2023
We had to wait for two hours in line to get our vehicle. That was absurd! We were exhausted since this was at from 10:30pm-12:30am! The agent was very efficient once it was our turn. Once we received our vehicle, everything was excellent...the van, the drop off.
nothing was explained to me , i waited an hour to get my car we did not walk around the car i had no clue how to work this car , there were strachs on the car , and they didnt tell me the drop off was worse , you just drop off the car and there is no one to help us , you just leave the keys in the car so in personal
2.0
Poor|Aug 2023
I pre booked my car but upon arrival the Credit card machine wouldn’t read my card for the deposit. The person at the desk wasn’t willing to be helpful. So I went to Avis and rented because that person was able to be helpful.
10.0
Wonderful|June 2023
I got exactly what I ordered. Hertz was organized and friendly.
4.0
Mediocre|May 2023
not great. We rented an electric small SUV that they gave to us not charged. They were unable to help us when we realized after driving 10 miles that the car battery was going to die. We went to the only gas stations with chargers and we happened to be at the only WaWa in the area that didn't have a charger. So we drove back to the airport with the charge so low it just said "Low" and didn't give mileage anymore, then had to pay the difference for a new car. The worst part was we were there to see family in the hospital and had a limited amount of time and missed visiting hours that day because we were dealing with the hertz mess. After my sister complained to the counter person she offered no apology and gave me some certificate for 40$ toward my next rental car with Hertz. Not gonna happen.
6.0
Okay|May 2023
Pick up was all about upspending. Not comfortable Drop off in Punta Gorda was very unprofessional. Poor signage no worker dark unsafe and keydrop was as you left the lot. Should have been near cars as we had to go back and get keys
10.0
Wonderful|May 2023
The key pick was a little confusing. The parking garage office said platinum members go inside, when I asked a Hertz employee where I get my keys she told me I had to go inside. After waiting 15 minutes, I was told the keys were in the vehicle.
Was overcharged by over $100+ at unmanned drop off in Punta Gorda though I returned the vehicle early. Had to call Budget Customer Service twice in order to get it resolved.
8.0
Very Good|Sept 2023
The car seemed over priced. The pick up and drop off was smooth.
2.0
Poor|Aug 2023
Terrible. They advertise online they have cars in stock just to call in the morning that they are canceling my reservation, leaving me stranded in Tampa
2.0
Poor|June 2023
My estimate was under $60 but final cost was $138
2.0
Poor|May 2023
I have really bad allergies, so I couldn't fully appreciate the condition of the car at pickup. Once my allergies cleared a bit, I realized that the car had a really bad odor to it. Smelled like someone had tried (and failed) to cover up cigarette (or similar) smell. When I picked up my travel companion, he arrived at the exact same conclusion before I even said anything. Second problem. The lady convinced me to spring for the toll package because the route I would be taking had tons of tolls. It actually had none. She lied to me and ripped me off. She must get a commission for the number of upgrades they sell at the counter, as she also aggressively tried to sell me their insurance, which is insanely expensive.
2.0
Poor|May 2023
I confirmed it would be around 88$ and budget has ended up charging me double the price for $165. And they never sent me confirmation that I dropped off the car
The price was a great deal however, the car was not cleaned out. There were two cups of food still in the arm rest in addition to chocolate being on numerous areas of the car. It was a quick turn around in receiving the vehicle so the food in the armrest was a surprising miss.
4.0
Mediocre|May 2025
90 minute wait due to no cars being available!
10.0
Wonderful|Feb 2025
Easy pickup, car was clean & perfect, would recommend
6.0
Okay|Dec 2024
Cars tires were not balanced or in good condition. Unable to drive faster than 55 due to bad vibration. Tires made loud noises when I had to make a sharp turn as well. I was concerned that there could have been a blow out.
2.0
Poor|Nov 2024
The price was good, the care came out of an accident and not been fixed, if I had time available in my hand I wouldn’t take it. But in general I been satisfied for the purpose which I needed it for. Mark was not flexible or friendly.
4.0
Mediocre|July 2024
I will never do business with your comnpany again.
Kayak confirmation number didn’t match Alamo confirmation number, never got an email from Alamo confirming the reservation. Had to call their customer support to get that information, and had to re-enter my email address to get a confirmation via email. At Alamo, I chose the Skip the Counter option and expected to be able to pick up my rental by going straight to the car and to the exit booth. I was told by the kiosk personnel that we were good to do this, and once at the exit booth was told we needed a number that the counter or kiosk worker would provide. They proceeded to complete the pickup and rental agreement and ended up giving me a rental agreement for National Car Rentals for a person and car other than myself and the car I rented. Alamo contacted me via text and phone the following day asking if I picked up a car. I had to text them the VIN to complete the rental agreement. Overall, a big mess up on the part of Alamo.
10.0
Wonderful|Jan 2023
Amazing last minute rental when flight was canceled. Highly recommend!
6.0
Okay|Nov 2022
Car had some issues that I brought to their attention. Otherwise would have been great.
10.0
Wonderful|Aug 2022
Straight forward & no issues
6.0
Okay|Apr 2022
Upon pickup at the enterprise counter, I originally did not have a reservation. I asked at the desk (at 130am) if they had availability and they did not. I then booked online and went back to the same counter to pick up my now available car. It was definitely frustrating that the counter was turning people away as sold out and I had to find my own vehicle online from the same provider. Drop off was very easy at Sarasota. Gage and Ernie were extremely helpful.
10.0
Wonderful|Mar 2022
Awesome price! Car was a great value & great on gas!
Major issue is the Thrifty name is nowhere on the building. It was located inside a Hertz car rental. The address on the building was hard to read. Took over an hour to pick up my reservation. Drop off was just as bad. Seemed to be under staffed. Twice they tried to rent cars to people that needed repairs taking more time. During drop off they interrupted my transaction to send employee to pick up more cars. I tried to extend rental 1 more day and that day would have been over twice what my rental was per day.
2.0
Poor|Feb 2023
The problem itself is not with the car rental company, but with the Kayak. I made the first reservation, however, with the wrong time, so the car rental company suggested that I make another reservation, which I did. I picked up a car and they charged me for 2. I'm waiting for a response to this.
10.0
Wonderful|Mar 2022
There were literally hundreds of people in line because other rental car companies were out of cars. Thrifty agents were pleasant despite the crush of people, and a difficult situation went well. Amazing.
6.0
Okay|Feb 2022
Paid for “Corolla or similar” but pretty sure I got a smaller car. We made due but not sure I will use them again
2.0
Poor|Feb 2022
Worst ever. No personnel at airport desk. Prepay customers ahead of me had been waiting 1.5 hrs with no sign of someone— a person took care of one client then disappeared. Had to book a car with a competitor on the spot and paid twice as much due to last minute booking. Thrifty never again.
Learn everything there is to know about hiring a car in Tampa so you can be properly prepared for your next trip
Is there a fee to cancel my Tampa, Florida car hire?
In most cases, there is no fee when you cancel your Tampa car hire. You can check to see whether or not your preferred car hire company in Tampa offers free cancellation when booking with momondo.
What is the best type of car to hire in Tampa during August?
Hiring a Standard car in Tampa during the month of August is the preferred choice of most travellers. With temperatures averaging 28 °C and precipitation around 160 mm during August, a Standard size car is more than capable of handling these weather conditions. This is the perfect rental car type for wet roads and above-freezing temperatures. Hiring a Standard in Tampa will cost you $79/day on average.
What is the speed limit in Tampa, Florida?
Travellers who hire a car in Tampa should be aware that the city’s speed limit is 40 km/h. Suburban speed limits around Tampa are generally 120 km/h, whereas speed limits on motorways are 120 km/h. Keep in mind that speeds may change depending on what road you’re travelling on, so be on the lookout for posted signage.
What car hire company has the Toyota RAV4 in Tampa?
HDC Rent A Car has the Toyota RAV4 (and other similar SUV vehicles) for hire in Tampa. You can expect to hire the Toyota RAV4 in Tampa from HDC Rent A Car for $68/day on average.
What is the weather like in Tampa, FL in July?
During the month of July the average temperature in Tampa is 28 °C and the expected precipitation is 180 mm. This information is useful for travellers looking for a car hire in Tampa.
Is the weather in Tampa similar to the rest of Florida?
If you’re looking for a Tampa hire car for a road trip to the surrounding areas during the month of July it’s important to know that the rest of Florida typically has a temperature of 28 °C and will usually expect 175.8 mm of precipitation.
When did momondo last update prices for cars in Tampa?
Prices for cars in Tampa are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for cars in Tampa?
As of July 2025, there are 163 operators available to choose from for cars in Tampa.
How old do you have to be to hire a car in Tampa?
The minimum age for drivers varies by country, including Tampa. In numerous EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. To hire a car overseas, you'll generally need to be at least 21, and if you're under 25, a young driver surcharge may be applied. We advise that you read the policy of your chosen hire company before making a reservation.
What documentation or ID do you need to hire a car in Tampa?
To hire a car in Tampa, all drivers must present a valid full driving license. If the license is written in a language other than the language of the country of hire, an International Driving Permit may be required to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you're hiring a car abroad, you may also need to provide evidence of your return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We always recommend that you verify with the specific hire company you're booking with.
Travelling to a place near Tampa?
Hire a car at Tampa if you plan to visit one of these locations
Clearwater Beach
Treasure Island
Why use momondo?
Why should I use momondo to book a car hire in Tampa?
Choosing momondo to search for car hire in Tampa 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 Tampa?
momondo makes it easier for you to find great car hire in Tampa, by allowing you to refine your search with numerous filtering options. You can narrow your selection by looking at price, car type, location and more.
Does momondo show car hire deals in Tampa with free cancellation?
Yes, momondo allows you to filter specifically for car hire companies in Tampa offering free cancellation.
Can I hire a car with a fair fuel policy in Tampa on momondo?
momondo specifically allows you to search for car hire in Tampa with fair fuel policies.
Can I find a car hire in Tampa which offers enhanced cleaning on momondo?
Enhanced cleaning services can be found on all car hire locations on momondo including Tampa.
Can I search for car hire in Tampa with unlimited mileage on momondo?
Yes, car hire deals in Tampa with unlimited mileage can be found on momondo.
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