The cost to rent a car from Hertz varies significantly, but you can generally expect to pay between $50 and $150 per day for a standard sedan like a Toyota Corolla. The final price is influenced by several key factors: your pick-up location (airport rentals often include surcharges), the time of year (peak travel seasons are more expensive), the car class you select, and the rental duration. A week-long rental typically offers a lower average daily rate than a single day.
To give you a clearer picture, here’s a breakdown of approximate daily rates for different vehicle categories, excluding taxes and fees, based on a major U.S. airport location:
| Vehicle Category | Example Model | Approximate Daily Rate (Off-Peak) | Approximate Daily Rate (Peak Season) |
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| Economy | Nissan Versa | $40 - $70 | $70 - $110 |
| Compact | Toyota Corolla | $50 - $80 | $80 - $130 |
| Intermediate | Hyundai Elantra | $60 - $90 | $90 - $140 |
| Standard | Ford Fusion | $70 - $100 | $100 - $160 |
| Full-Size | Chevrolet Malibu | $80 - $120 | $120 - $180 |
| SUV (Standard) | Ford Escape | $90 - $140 | $140 - $220 |
| Minivan | Chrysler Pacifica | $120 - $180 | $180 - $280 |
| Premium SUV | Ford Explorer | $150 - $220 | $220 - $350 |
Beyond the base rental rate, your total cost will include mandatory charges. Airport concession fee recovery charges are common for rentals at airports. You'll also pay for taxes and, if you choose to accept it, various insurance options like Loss Damage Waiver (LDW) or Supplemental Liability Insurance (SLI), which can add $20 to $40 or more per day. Prepaying for a full tank of gas is an option, but it's often more economical to refill the tank yourself before returning the car.
The most effective way to get an accurate price is to use Hertz's online booking tool. Enter your specific dates, times, and location to see real-time pricing and any available discounts or promotional codes.
