Car Rentals in Champaign, Illinois

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Champaign, IL
Jun 8 — Jun 15
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Champaign, IL
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Rental cars insight and trends in Champaign

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What is the cheapest rental car agency in Champaign?

The cheapest rental cars in Champaign are generally found through Hertz. When booking with Hertz, you may be able to find rental car prices for as low as $31/day. The average price to rent a car in Champaign is $54/day.

What car do most people rent in Champaign?

When renting a car in Champaign, most of our users will opt for the Nissan Versa at $66/day on average. The second most popular is the Ford Fiesta car rental for an average of $78/day. Our users have found Nissan Versa rentals in Champaign for as low as $37/day and Ford Fiesta rentals for as low as $36/day.

Best deals found for Champaign, Illinois car rentals

Find great deals below on a variety of popular rental cars in Champaign, Illinois
Toyota Yaris
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

$31/day

30 Jun - 30 Jul
Toyota Yaris
Toyota Yaris
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

$36/day

27 Jun - 4 Jul
Toyota Yaris
Hyundai Accent
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers

$37/day

30 Jun - 7 Jul
Hyundai Accent
Kia Rio
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers
4-door vehicles

$37/day

30 Jun - 7 Jul
Kia Rio
Toyota Corolla
or similar Intermediate
Up to 5 passengers

$38/day

29 Jun - 6 Jul
Toyota Corolla
Mini Countryman
or similar Intermediate
Up to 5 passengers

$38/day

27 Jun - 4 Jul
Mini Countryman
Mazda CX-5
or similar Intermediate SUV
Up to 5 passengers
4-door vehicles

$39/day

30 Jun - 30 Jul
Mazda CX-5
Nissan Pathfinder
or similar Full-size SUV
Up to 5 passengers

$39/day

10 Aug - 14 Aug
Nissan Pathfinder
Ford Fusion
or similar Standard
Up to 5 passengers

$40/day

28 Jun - 5 Jul
Ford Fusion

Important information about Champaign car rentals

From the Krannert Art Museum to the Spurlock Museum, Champaign has got a lot to offer in terms of history and art. Some of these amazing historical sites are near car rental locations in Champaign, Illinois. Champaign has over recent times been receiving an increased number of visitors coming to visit, while others are coming in for business for the vast potential and opportunities that Champaign holds. As you drive around the city, you can look out for Crystal Lake Park, Urbana’s Market Square, Meadowbrook Park, or the University of Illinois Arboretum. Moving around the town is easy with a range of cars from the various car rentals in Champaign available all over the city. You can also choose to take things slow and get a comprehensive and firsthand experience of the city by walking around. There are many walking trails such as Hessel Park and Boulware Trail. It is also bikeable and it has public transportation. There are more than 10 car rental locations in Champaign city, therefore you will have a variety to choose from.

Whether it's business or pleasure that brings you to the magnificent Champaign city, having a reliable mode of transportation is very important. Champaign city is not as vast but going for rental cars in Champaign will make your stay in the city more pleasurable and easier. There are a couple of parking lots in Champaign, some being free while others charge a small fee. Parking in Downtown Champaign is free on weekends throughout the day. With such ease of parking, there is no reason you should not enjoy the convenience of renting a car while visiting the town. If you have a rental car in Champaign, you can easily visit the sights that are 1-2 hours drive away from the city, such as the famous Robert Allerton Park, and do activities like drinking handcrafted brew in local pubs and visiting local restaurants. For more convenience, you can choose to go for either economy car rental, electric car rental, or passenger van rental to accommodate more people. Luxury car rentals are for those who want to drive in style in Champaign and can afford it. Renting a car from rental cars in Champaign comes with many benefits, such as the opportunity to save time and money and the freedom to drive whenever you want.

Basic traffic laws, such as fastening your seat belt, adhering to the set speed limits, and driving a road-worthy vehicle apply in Champaign. The police do not hesitate on giving a ticket to anyone who parks illegally or surpasses the set speed limits. Consider driving within the set limits as there are speed cameras installed in various locations around Champaign, Illinois. As mentioned above, there is ample parking in Champaign either free of charge or very cheap, which is why you should take advantage of these amazing offers of cheap car rentals in Champaign city. Illegal parking is an offense in the entire of Illinois which attracts hefty fines that you can easily avoid. Overall, it’s best to check with the Champaign Department of Motor Vehicles for recent law changes.

Illinois recognizes the international driving permit but requires all those driving around in Champaign to have a valid driver’s license from their city or country of residence. Most car rentals in Champaign, are meticulous when it comes to renting out their cars, which is why they may require you to attach both the national and international driving permits as proof of licensing. The age restriction for cheap car rentals in Champaign as a foreigner varies from one car rental in Champaign to another.


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Small Cars

$54 - $80

All Car Types

$77 - $112

The average price of a Small rental in Champaign, the United States is $68. The cheapest time to rent a Small in Champaign, the United States is in May. The price is 21% lower than the rest of the year at just $54 per day. A Small rental is typically 26% less expensive than the average rental car in Champaign. The average price of a vehicle rental in Champaign 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 Champaign Small rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a Medium rental in Champaign, the United States is $77. The cheapest time to rent a Medium in Champaign, the United States is in February. The price is 21% lower than the rest of the year at just $62 per day. A Medium rental is typically 15% less expensive than the average rental car in Champaign. The average price of a vehicle rental in Champaign 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 Champaign Medium rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a Large rental in Champaign, the United States is $88. The cheapest time to rent a Large in Champaign, the United States is in January. The price is 11% lower than the rest of the year at just $80 per day. A Large rental is typically 3% less expensive than the average rental car in Champaign. The average price of a vehicle rental in Champaign 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 Champaign Large rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a SUV rental in Champaign, the United States is $96. The cheapest time to rent a SUV in Champaign, the United States is in January. The price is 24% lower than the rest of the year at just $74 per day. A SUV rental is typically 7% more expensive than the average rental car in Champaign. The average price of a vehicle rental in Champaign 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 Champaign SUV rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a Van rental in Champaign, the United States is $136. The cheapest time to rent a Van in Champaign, the United States is in April. The price is 22% lower than the rest of the year at just $107 per day. A Van rental is typically 34% more expensive than the average rental car in Champaign. The average price of a vehicle rental in Champaign 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 rental in Champaign, the United States is $81. The cheapest time to rent a Luxury in Champaign, the United States is in January. The price is 24% lower than the rest of the year at just $62 per day. A Luxury rental is typically 11% less expensive than the average rental car in Champaign. The average price of a vehicle rental in Champaign 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 Champaign, the United States is $44. The cheapest time to rent a Convertible in Champaign, the United States is in February. The price is 28% lower than the rest of the year at just $32 per day. A Convertible rental is typically 52% less expensive than the average rental car in Champaign. The average price of a vehicle rental in Champaign can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car.

Toyota Yaris
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

$31/day

30 Jun - 30 Jul
Toyota Yaris
Toyota Yaris
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

$36/day

27 Jun - 4 Jul
Toyota Yaris
Hyundai Accent
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers

$37/day

30 Jun - 7 Jul
Hyundai Accent

Champaign car rental directory

All major car rental suppliers in Champaign, Illinois

Hertz

7.2
Good
43 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.3

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.2
Good
10 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

6.8

Alamo

7.2
Good
7 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.2

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

7.2

Budget

4.8
Mediocre
8 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

5.5

Comfort

5.9

Overall

4.6

Pick-up/drop-off

4.6

Value

5.0

National

2.0
Poor
2 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

2.0

Comfort

2.0

Overall

2.0

Pick-up/drop-off

2.0

Value

2.0

Easirent

1 location

Sunnycars

1 location

Quick facts about car rentals in Champaign

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

Most Popular Agency

Hertz

Popular Car Types

Economy, Intermediate, SUV

Cheapest Rental Car

$35

Most Popular Model

Chevrolet Cruze
The most popular Champaign car rental agency found on momondo this month is Hertz. Other top choices for car rental companies are Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Budget
The following car types were offered at rental car companies in Champaign in the past 72 hours: Economy, Intermediate, SUV.
The lowest price for a rental car in Champaign is $35/day. For this area, you can expect average prices starting from $62/day.
The most popular car model to rent in Champaign in the past 7 days is the Chevrolet Cruze. Our users also prefer the Ford Fusion as an alternative.

Find popular attractions close to your rental car pick-up

Visit these must-see attractions near popular rental car locations in Champaign

Nearby attractions:

Virginia Theatre84.9 mi
Memorial Stadium85.9 mi
State Farm Center86.0 mi
Krannert Art Museum86.0 mi
University of Illinois at Urbana–Champaign86.3 mi

Nearby attractions:

Virginia Theatre43.3 mi
Memorial Stadium44.5 mi
Krannert Art Museum44.5 mi
State Farm Center44.6 mi
University of Illinois at Urbana–Champaign44.7 mi

Nearby attractions:

State Farm Center4.5 mi
Memorial Stadium4.7 mi
Krannert Art Museum4.9 mi
University of Illinois at Urbana–Champaign5.1 mi
Virginia Theatre5.6 mi

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Driving with a rental car in Champaign - FAQs

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$58 is the cost of a weekend car rental in Champaign for July, with cheap deals starting as low as $46. Users looking for a one-week rental in Champaign for July saw an average deal of $57 - but quotes as low as $31 were available depending on dates and car options.

With temperatures averaging 73.4 °F and precipitation usually 3.7″ during July, you should consider renting a Standard car when traveling to Champaign. A Standard car can handle the fluctuations in temperature and rainfall during the month of July and is a popular choice for travelers heading to Champaign. Renting a Standard in Champaign will cost you $114/day on average.


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