What car do most people rent in Boston?

When renting a car in Boston, most of our users will opt for the Chevrolet Equinox at $105/day on average. The second most popular is the Cadillac Escalade car rental for an average of $119/day. Our users have found Chevrolet Equinox rentals in Boston for as low as $27/day and Cadillac Escalade rentals for as low as $28/day.

While visiting, is it worthwhile to rent a car while visiting Boston?

Wondering if booking a rental car when visiting Boston is worth it? The answer is yes. Car rentals in Boston help to move anywhere and anytime, especially when visiting the suburbs. Boston is one of the busiest towns in the US, and therefore you need a city car rental to visit some of the tourist sites that aren’t walkable. As a Boston visitor, you should visit the neighboring towns and enjoy the serenity and outdoor activities in those areas. For example, you can drive to Manchester and visit their Science and Industry Museum, marvel at the city's ornate town hall, visit Old Trafford, and explore the creative Northern Quarter. You will need an economy car rental or passenger van rental in Boston to visit some of these places since they cannot be accessed by foot. Also, most hotels and the city's historical landmarks are within the city center, making it easy to get around on foot or using public transportation in this area.

Will I need a special driver's license or permit to drive a rental car in Boston if I'm visiting from another country?

If you aren’t a US citizen and want to use Boston car rentals or an electric car rental in Boston, you must produce a valid, unexpired driving license from your home country. In Boston, you aren’t allowed to use learner's permits or photocopies of your license. In case you are a foreigner, and your license is in a different language other than English, you will be required to submit an international driver's permit alongside your valid driver's license.

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Best deals found for Boston, Massachusetts car rentals

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Ford Fiesta

or similar Small

$44/day

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Nissan Versa

or similar Small

$34/day

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Toyota Corolla

or similar Medium

$38/day

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Volkswagen Jetta

or similar Medium

$34/day

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Toyota Camry

or similar Large

$40/day

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Chevrolet Tahoe

or similar SUV

$65/day

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Audi Q3

or similar SUV

$66/day

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Class Special Car

or similar Category

$36/day

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Jeep Renegade

or similar SUV

$38/day

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Jeep Wrangler Unlimited

or similar SUV

$41/day

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Nissan Rogue

or similar SUV

$46/day

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Chevrolet Trailblazer

or similar SUV

$56/day

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What is the cheapest rental car agency in Boston?

The cheapest rental cars in Boston are generally found through Turo. When booking with Turo, you may be able to find rental car prices for as low as $4/day. The average price to rent a car in Boston is $63/day.

What car rental company in Boston has the most locations?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has the most locations of any rental car company in Boston, with 14 locations.

Boston, Massachusetts car rental deals found on momondo

Find the rental car in Boston that's right for you

	Small cars	$41 - $85
	All Car Types	$58 - $89

The average price of a small car rental in Boston, the United States is $65. The cheapest time to rent a small car in Boston, the United States is in January. The price is 38% lower than the rest of the year at just $41 per day. A small car rental is typically 12% less expensive than the average rental car in Boston. The average price of a vehicle rental in Boston can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Boston small car rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a medium car rental in Boston, the United States is $67. The cheapest time to rent a medium car in Boston, the United States is in January. The price is 18% lower than the rest of the year at just $55 per day. A medium car rental is typically 11% less expensive than the average rental car in Boston. The average price of a vehicle rental in Boston can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Boston medium car rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a large car rental in Boston, the United States is $90. The cheapest time to rent a large car in Boston, the United States is in February. The price is 21% lower than the rest of the year at just $72 per day. A large car rental is typically 18% more expensive than the average rental car in Boston. The average price of a vehicle rental in Boston can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Boston large car rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a SUV rental in Boston, the United States is $74. The cheapest time to rent a SUV in Boston, the United States is in January. The price is 26% lower than the rest of the year at just $56 per day. A SUV rental is typically 0% less expensive than the average rental car in Boston. The average price of a vehicle rental in Boston can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Boston SUV rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a van rental in Boston, the United States is $121. The cheapest time to rent a van in Boston, the United States is in January. The price is 24% lower than the rest of the year at just $93 per day. A van rental is typically 39% more expensive than the average rental car in Boston. The average price of a vehicle rental in Boston can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car.

The average price of a pickup truck rental in Boston, the United States is $122. The cheapest time to rent a pickup truck in Boston, the United States is in November. The price is 54% lower than the rest of the year at just $57 per day. A pickup truck rental is typically 40% more expensive than the average rental car in Boston. The average price of a vehicle rental in Boston can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car.

The average price of a luxury car rental in Boston, the United States is $98. The cheapest time to rent a luxury car in Boston, the United States is in February. The price is 27% lower than the rest of the year at just $73 per day. A luxury car rental is typically 25% more expensive than the average rental car in Boston. The average price of a vehicle rental in Boston can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car.

The average price of a convertible rental in Boston, the United States is $130. The cheapest time to rent a convertible in Boston, the United States is in January. The price is 34% lower than the rest of the year at just $87 per day. A convertible rental is typically 43% more expensive than the average rental car in Boston. The average price of a vehicle rental in Boston can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car.

Buick Encore

or similar Compact

Up to 4 passengers

4-door vehicles

$34/day

12 Sep - 25 Sep

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Nissan Versa Note

or similar Compact

Up to 4 passengers

$34/day

3 Sep - 17 Sep

See offer

Ford Focus

or similar Economy

Up to 2 passengers

$44/day

5 Sep - 13 Sep

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Boston car rental directory

All major car rental suppliers in Boston, Massachusetts

Alamo

8.8

Very good

111 reviews•2 locations

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10.0

Wonderful|Dec 2024

Pick up and drop off were very quick and everyone was very pleasant despite the late hour of 1:00 AM

10.0

Wonderful|Nov 2023

Check in was seamless. So easy. Car was a Nissan Rogue, new. Really nice. Customer service was excellent!

10.0

Wonderful|Sep 2023

When I dropped the car off with Janet R. she was excellent! I was wearing a sling on my right arm because I have broken my shoulder. She couldn’t have been more helpful with me and my luggage. The wheel on the luggage had broken and I couldn’t make it move with one hand. She brought it downstairs for me on the elevator. I so appreciated that! She deserves a raise, and a promotion!

8.0

Very good|Sep 2023

Location for return your car, should search via google map.

2.0

Poor|Aug 2023

overcharged me from what was agreed.

10.0

Wonderful|Aug 2023

Great. Checked in using phone and headed straight to the car. Super easy and quick

1 out of 37

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.0

Very good

110 reviews•14 locations

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Recent reviews

2.0

Poor|Jul 2023

After making the reservation and driving to that location, we were told that they don’t have a car for us. We spent $70 to Uber to and from the Dorchester, MS location just to be told that there is no car for us. Extremely disappointed!

10.0

Wonderful|Jul 2023

They were very quick with getting the rental car and had a lot of people on staff in the garage knowing it was a holiday weekend. The rental car bus seemed to take a very long time to pick up at the terminal.

2.0

Poor|May 2023

They texted me a few hours before scheduled car pickup and said they were out of cars

10.0

Wonderful|May 2023

NOTHING

10.0

Wonderful|May 2023

Greatttt

10.0

Wonderful|Mar 2023

Best check in experience - staff was so nice!

1 out of 37

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Avis

6.5

Okay

127 reviews•7 locations

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2.0

Poor|Sep 2023

Car was filthy, car was damaged

8.0

Very good|Aug 2023

Avis staff was helpful, price was good. The location is a little confusing if you do not know the area.

10.0

Wonderful|Aug 2023

Are the station agent that helped me was very eager to make my situation right. He corrected my reservation and got me the car I needed completely professional,

8.0

Very good|Aug 2023

Avis always wants to up sell coverages for which the explaination is incomplete.

10.0

Wonderful|Aug 2023

Everything was great

2.0

Poor|Jul 2023

Person at drop-off claiming to be the owner of the location - he did NOT give me his name - was incredibly intense and rude about having the car cleaned before drop off. The car was clean - we only used it for 6 hours - but he insisted we get it fully washed or we would be charged $450. As I tried to show how clean it was by pulling out the car mats, he touched me to pull me back from the car and told me to get off his lot. It was a terrible and intense 15 min experience and I believe I was trying to be taken advantage of (other people at drop off felt the same way). I eventually just asked for my receipt and he told me he wouldnt charge me the $450 after all. I think there may be some sort of scam (in concert with the carwash) going on or there is just something very different about this location. I will NEVER rent from there again and I may never rent from Avis again because of this experience.

1 out of 43

Budget

6.5

Okay

225 reviews•7 locations

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10.0

Wonderful|Sep 2023

Great experience all around!

8.0

Very good|Sep 2023

When collecting the car at the Rental Counter, the queue was 45 minutes- too long in my view

8.0

Very good|Sep 2023

Positive: Car was clean and new. Negative: Pickup took a long time. Waited in line for an hour or more.

8.0

Very good|Aug 2023

Hidden fees were added AFTER car return. Not explained, either.

8.0

Very good|Aug 2023

Horrible dropoff experience in Philly. No signage explaining what to do. Pulled into lanes that looked like a place for cars to be left. There were a few people outside that saw me arrive but did nothing to help and quickly disappeared. Went inside to the counter and waiting in line for a while... only to finally get to the front and be told "oh you just have to leave the keys in the car and you can go." Terrible.

2.0

Poor|Jul 2023

not good

1 out of 75

Hertz

6.5

Okay

204 reviews•6 locations

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2.0

Poor|Sep 2023

After making the reservation on line, I went in person to the office to add an additional day to the rental. After waiting in line for 30 minutes at an office in downtown Boston staffed by a single person (the rare office not out at the airport), the person in the office did this and quoted me a price which was essentially the same as the initial quote with one more day at the same daily rate. When I went later to print the rental information which was emailed to me I discovered that the price had gone up by 35% (for taking a 9 day rental to a 10 day rental) with an increase in both the base rate and the daily rate. After close to an hour on the phone with unhelpful customer service, I cancelled the rental and went to Enterprise instead — a price comparable the original quote from Hertz, with an office staffed by multiple people eager to be helpful. An experience which will shift my loyalty in the future.

2.0

Poor|Sep 2023

I booked a reservation and was not told that the location CLOSED at 4:00 on Saturday! My train didn’t get in until after 4:00. It cost me several HUNDRED DOLLARS to get a car at the airport.

6.0

Okay|Aug 2023

Tried to rent me a Tesla, but where we were going did not have easy access to charging stations, then had to pay to “upgrade” to a lower class gasoline car. This was not requested or mentioned in reservation, but what can you do. I tried calling to change my vehicle drop off location to another near by location and customer service was poor, lady barely spoke English and could not understand what I was asking. I basically gave up. The car was otherwise fine.

4.0

Mediocre|Jun 2023

The location in downtown Boston instead of airport was the worst possible location. Traffic in Boston made it difficult to reach your office. Staff at office was good. Car was dirty when picked up.

2.0

Poor|Jun 2023

Counter folks were very kind

2.0

Poor|May 2023

Pick up took forever despite being Gold member. Long wait in vehicle line to get out of garage.

1 out of 68

Thrifty

5.7

Fair

103 reviews•2 locations

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Recent reviews

10.0

Wonderful|Sep 2023

Everything was good

2.0

Poor|Sep 2023

They over charge, I was book SUV or similar for $225.00 they give me KIA electric I'm not agree they change to RAV4 they don't say anything after I get home they charge me $517.00 total they adding $240.00 for upgrade from SUV to SUV RAV4. what do you thing different.

2.0

Poor|Aug 2023

I was charged for fuel despite being assured that (since the fuel tank was not full when I collected the car) I would not need to return it with a full tank.

2.0

Poor|Jul 2023

I was delayed because of storms and finally got to Boston around 330 am and the offices had closed at 130am so I had to wait an additional 2 and a half hours before I could try to pick up my rental. When it was finally time to pick up my car they took an additional hour getting cars “ready” for customers. The car I had had been cleaned in haste and there was still food and trash underneath the seats but at this point I was ready to just be on the road to my destination. When it was time to drop off the car I was charged an additional $113 dollars for taxes and surcharges which I thought was included with the initial rental. Knowing how Thrifty operates I will chose a different company from now on and will not refer them to anyone.

2.0

Poor|Jul 2023

It took over 2 hours to pick up the car. There were 20+ people waiting in line and it took forever.

2.0

Poor|Jul 2023

Car pick up was a disaster. One operator (doing his best) trying to serve over 50 customers waiting for a car. People were taking whatever next car came from the lot.

1 out of 35

Dollar

5.4

Fair

159 reviews•3 locations

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Recent reviews

2.0

Poor|May 2025

Reservation could not be located - cost me 1.5 hours trying to resolve and caused me to miss the wedding that I was in town for. I was there 1 night and this ruined the entire purpose of being there.

2.0

Poor|Aug 2023

took 90 minutes to rent. tank was half full but listed as full. it was awful.

2.0

Poor|Aug 2023

It was the worst car booking experience. Line took 3 hours to get to attendant. They had one attendant for 50 people waiting. Then another line once got key to get the actual car. Our reservation was for 11am and we finally got a car pulling out 3 hours later.

2.0

Poor|Aug 2023

I was overcharged and Dollar is refusing to accept my figures because I rented through a third party.

2.0

Poor|Aug 2023

I was charged more than I was told by the emails I was sent by VIP rentals. Nearly double what I was told was due at pickup

2.0

Poor|Jul 2023

Dollar does not have an app to speed the check in process. Terrible experience. 2 hour line

1 out of 53

Sixt

6.8

Okay

53 reviews•3 locations

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Overview

Recent reviews

2.0

Poor|Nov 2024

Front desk employee viciously and consistently trying to have me pay for so many unnecessary extras for the rental. Also still no return of deposit it’s been almost 1 month.

8.0

Very good|Sep 2023

Loved the upgrade and quick service did not love being charged a full day for dropping the car off 2 hours late oh well still a good experience

10.0

Wonderful|Sep 2023

It was perfect!

10.0

Wonderful|Sep 2023

It was great - well done!

2.0

Poor|Aug 2023

We showed up and they didn’t have a car for us, they said they were understaffed and they didn’t have any clean cars. I saw what looked like hundreds of cars in the Sixt area, but he said he was working alone and couldn’t help us…even if I took a dirty car. Horrible experience after flying all day, landing at midnight and having a tired 5 and 8 year old. Was horrible and don’t think I’ll use them again.

2.0

Poor|Jul 2023

Made one way reservation via Kayak and Sixt would not honor it

1 out of 18

Quick facts about car rentals in Boston

Get the overview on great rental deals, popular car rental companies, and best car types for your visit in Boston

Most Popular Agency	Turo
Popular Car Types	Intermediate, Compact, Economy
Cheapest Rental Car	$6
Most Popular Model	Toyota RAV4

The most popular Boston car rental agency found on momondo this month is Turo. Other top choices for car rental companies are Hertz and Alamo

The following car types were offered at rental car companies in Boston in the past 72 hours: Intermediate, Compact, Economy.

The lowest price for a rental car in Boston is $6/day. For this area, you can expect average prices starting from $64/day.

The most popular car model to rent in Boston in the past 7 days is the Toyota RAV4. Our users also prefer the Nissan Rogue as an alternative.

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Driving with a rental car in Boston - FAQs

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

How much will it cost to rent a car in Boston, Massachusetts in August?

Our data shows that for weekend car rental deals during August in Boston, you can expect to pay around $102. A particularly good deal might be around $15, which is the lowest quote for Boston we've seen so far. Users looking for a one-week rental in Boston for August saw an average deal of $81 - but quotes as low as $26 were available depending on dates and car options.

Is there a fee to cancel my Boston, Massachusetts car rental?

Every rental car company in Boston has a different cancellation policy. At momondo, we will always disclose in the car rental search results whether or not an agency has a cancellation fee. Some of the top car rental companies in Boston include Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, and Avis, so be sure to check if they offer free cancellation.

What is the best type of car to rent in Boston during August?

A Standard car is the ideal car to rent when visiting Boston in August. On average, Boston receives 3.3″ of precipitation and temperatures hover around 64.4 °F during the month of August. These conditions are well-suited for a standard, which can easily handle a bit of rain and even hold up well when temperatures fall. Renting a Standard in Boston will cost you $67/day on average.

What is the speed limit in Boston, Massachusetts?

When you book a rental car in Boston, you should abide by the city’s 25 mph speed limit. The speed limits on any suburban roads and highways in Boston are 75 mph and 75 mph, respectively. Be on the lookout for posted signage, because these speed limits might change depending on where you are within Boston.

What car rental company has the Chevrolet Equinox in Boston?

Sixt has the Chevrolet Equinox (and other similar SUV vehicles) for rent in Boston. You can expect to rent the Chevrolet Equinox in Boston from Sixt for $115/day on average.

What is the weather like in Boston, MA in July?

Those looking for a rental car in Boston during the month of July should expect temperatures to be around 73.4 °F and should expect around 3.1″ of precipitation. This information can be helpful when choosing which car you’d like to rent.

Is the weather in Boston similar to the rest of Massachusetts?

Those looking to rent a car in Boston for a road trip to the surrounding areas, please know the weather in Massachusetts during the month of July usually is around 69.8 °F with 3.4″ of possible rain.

When did momondo last update prices for cars in Boston?

Prices for cars in Boston were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for cars in Boston?

The number of operators available for cars in Boston is 70 as of July 2025.

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

The minimum age for drivers varies by country, including Boston. In many EU countries drivers must be 18 years old. As a rule, you’ll need to be 21 to hire a car abroad, and a young driver surcharge may be applied if you are under 25. We recommend reading through the policy of your chosen rental company before booking.

What documentation or ID do you need to rent a car in Boston?

To rent a car in Boston, all drivers must have a valid full driving license. If the license is written in a language other than the language of the country of rental, an International Driving Permit may be required to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you're renting a car abroad, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We recommend that you verify with the specific rental company you're booking with.

Hampton Beach

Ogunquit

Hampton

York Beach

South Yarmouth

Sturbridge

West Yarmouth

Rockport

Lincoln

Kittery

Meredith

North Truro

Cape Elizabeth

Cape Neddick

Rye

North Falmouth

Swansea

Somerset

Sanbornton

Essex

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