SUV Hire Knoxville from $73/day

Chevrolet Tahoe

or similar SUV

$101/day

Land Rover LR2

or similar SUV

$104/day

Ford Edge

or similar SUV

$73/day

Nissan Kicks

or similar SUV

$81/day

Land Rover Discovery Sport

or similar SUV

$112/day

Class Oversize SUV

or similar SUV

$168/day

Honda CR-V

or similar SUV

$122/day

Hyundai Kona

or similar SUV

$87/day

Class Premium SUV

or similar SUV

$109/day

Ford Explorer

or similar SUV

$99/day

BMW X3

or similar SUV

$123/day

Ford Edge

or similar SUV

$139/day

Class Full-size SUV

or similar SUV

$166/day

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Knoxville SUV rentals are a great way for families or small groups to explore all that east Tennessee has to offer. Ride in style and comfort as you check out Market Square, Ijams Nature Center, and World’s Fair Park. Immerse yourself in history at the East Tennessee Historical Society, or take in the view from the Sunsphere Tower, part of the 1982 World’s Fair. With Knoxville SUV rentals, it’s easy to visit the many parks and sights along the Tennessee River. The University of Tennessee Gardens, Sequoya Park, Lakeshore Park, and Morningside Park are only a short drive apart when you take advantage of a Knoxville SUV rental.
Knoxville is served by McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS). Many major and international airlines operate at McGhee Tyson Airport. Top rental car brands including Alamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise, Hertz, National, and Payless are present at McGhee Tyson Airport. Knoxville SUV rentals are easy to find, with rental car locations in the airport terminal at 2055 Alcoa Highway. Knoxville is also served by Knoxville Downtown Island Airport, only a few miles from downtown. This airport is a base for more than one hundred private and corporate aircraft.
Parking is free at Market Square, State Street Garage, and Locust Street Garage after 6 pm on weekdays and throughout the weekend, except for specific special events. Download the Parkopedia app to find space availability at city-owned garages. Parking is allowed on most residential streets and some larger roadways within Knoxville. Downtown Knoxville has both long term and short-term parking meters. Parking meters are in effect from 8 am to 6 pm or 10 pm, Monday through Saturday, depending on the location.
Knoxville, located in Knox County, serves as the intersection of two major interstates: I-75 and I-40. In addition to commuter traffic, a high volume of commercial truck traffic travels through the region regularly. Rush hour times are 7 am – 9 am and 4 pm – 6:30 pm. If you are planning to take an excursion or travel on the interstates, check traffic conditions and plan your departure times accordingly.
Book your SUV hire in Knoxville at least 3 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price
February is typically the cheapest month to hire an SUV in Knoxville, with prices around $69 per day. The most expensive month is July, with average prices of $91 per day.

Where are the best car rental locations in Knoxville to rent an SUV?
Knoxville SUV rentals are available at points throughout the city. Major brands Hertz and Enterprise have locations toward north and west Knoxville on Clinton Highway, while Budget and Hertz have locations to the north and south of downtown on Centerline Drive and Kingston Pike. Enterprise has a location in the heart of Knoxville’s city center, located at 530 Summer Place.
What is the most reliable SUV brand to rent in Knoxville?
Knoxville SUV rentals offer many options of reliable SUVs, such as the Nissan Rogue. Sporty and roomy, the Nissan Rogue is the perfect choice for both city streets and countryside excursions. Built-in USB ports and the ability for anyone to control the audio via Apple CarPlay or Bluetooth make the Nissan Rogue a great choice for small groups. Wide opening rear doors make loading luggage and passengers a breeze, while All-Wheel Drive maintains power between rear and front wheels for enhanced traction when traveling on various road conditions.
What are the driver’s license requirements to rent an SUV in Knoxville?
The minimum age requirement to rent a car in Tennessee is 21 years old, and you must have a valid driver’s license. Depending on the rental car category, there may be a higher minimum age requirement. Drivers under a certain age requirement may incur an underage driver fee. Be sure to check with the rental location before reserving if you are under 25. International drivers from outside the USA or Canada may require an international driver's permit. International drivers must present the original local license at the time of permit application.
How does KAYAK find such low SUV hire prices?
KAYAK compares SUV hire prices from all major car hire companies such as Thrifty, Dollar, Enterprise, Hertz, Payless and more to find you the best deal.

Hertz

6.3

Okay

Read 68 reviews

Best rated

Cleanliness

6.2

Comfort

6.7

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.5

Value for money

6.4

5 locations in Knoxville

Locations in Knoxville

201 North Seven Oaks Drive

+1 865 444 3561

Monday	08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday	08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday	08:00 - 18:00
Thursday	08:00 - 18:00
Friday	08:00 - 18:00
Saturday	09:00 - 12:00

2055 Alcoa Highway

+1 865 342 3232

Monday	07:00 - 23:59
Tuesday	07:00 - 23:59
Wednesday	07:00 - 23:59
Thursday	07:00 - 23:59
Friday	07:00 - 23:59
Saturday	07:00 - 23:59
Sunday	07:00 - 23:59

525 Henley Street

+1 865 971 3021

Monday	07:30 - 18:00
Tuesday	07:30 - 18:00
Wednesday	07:30 - 18:00
Thursday	07:30 - 18:00
Friday	07:30 - 18:00
Saturday	09:00 - 12:00

540 Frank Gardner

+1 865 444 3561

Monday	07:30 - 18:00
Tuesday	07:30 - 18:00
Wednesday	07:30 - 18:00
Thursday	07:30 - 18:00
Friday	07:30 - 18:00
Saturday	09:00 - 12:00

6285 Clinton Highway

+1 865 219 5240

Monday	08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday	08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday	08:00 - 18:00
Thursday	08:00 - 18:00
Friday	08:00 - 18:00
Saturday	09:00 - 12:00

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6.0 Okay

Anonymous, Nov 2024

Full-size SUV

I had reserved a full size SUV Chevy Tahoe and when I got there they had a Hyundai palisades which is a much smaller vehicle. They said it was the same thing because hertz goes by that there is a third row. But I needed the interior space not the need to sit a bunch of people. It was extremely frustrating and stressful. It delayed my trip by 3hrs.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Oct 2024

Supplier choice

Poor customer service. Bad attitude at the counter. Not enough information before booking ended not getting the car because can not be driven to certain states. Lot of time wasted.

4.0 Mediocre

Anonymous, July 2024

People mover

Car was dirty. Eaten sunflower seeds, drinks, and trash all in it. Sticky stuff everywhere. Car was NOT full of gas. Started with 50 miles less than I returned it with, AT LEAST. Rip off for sure. Not using Hertz again.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, May 2024

Supplier choice

Wouldn’t accept affirm as form of payment for rental that was offered even with an additional credit card and debit card on hand even though it was offered on the website

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Nov 2023

Compact

2023 Toyota Camry. Wow! The technology! Great gas mileage. ECO mode, cruising at 62 mph, we were getting 44.9 MPG! The staff both pick up and return (TY2 ?) were fabulous! Only negative, the Camry 24000+/- was soiled. Someone we believe had smoked in the car. The interior windshield was dirty. Dash had been wiped, but not cleaned. Did I tell you we got 44.9 MPG!!! Who cares if the interior windshield was dirty! We'll be back!

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Dec 2021

We reserved a premium car. None were available (I understand) and we were given a Ford Ecosport. The smallest of SUV's. When we asked for a rate adjustment, they refused. Also the two drivers side tires were extremely low on pressure and missing valve stem caps. It is extremely difficult to find a source for airing up tires. When we returned to Sarasota, the pickup return location was chaotic. No one present to help, we didn't receive a final receipt, and the service overall was extremely poor. I guess the public are at the rental car companies mercy these days. Very disappointing.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.8

Good

Read 23 reviews

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.1

Value for money

7.6

6 locations in Knoxville

Locations in Knoxville

2055 Alcoa Hwy

+1 314 863 6886

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4411 Clinton Hwy

+1 865 687 8411

Monday	07:30 - 18:00
Tuesday	07:30 - 18:00
Wednesday	07:30 - 18:00
Thursday	07:30 - 18:00
Friday	07:30 - 18:00
Saturday	09:00 - 12:00
Sunday	13:00 - 16:00

530 Summer Pl

+1 865 579 5559

Monday	07:30 - 18:00
Tuesday	07:30 - 18:00
Wednesday	07:30 - 18:00
Thursday	07:30 - 18:00
Friday	07:30 - 18:00
Saturday	09:00 - 12:00
Sunday	00:00 - 00:00

6339 Clinton Hwy

+1 865 922 0709

Monday	07:30 - 18:00
Tuesday	07:30 - 18:00
Wednesday	07:30 - 18:00
Thursday	07:30 - 18:00
Friday	07:30 - 18:00
Saturday	09:00 - 12:00
Sunday	00:00 - 00:00

8314 Kingston Pike

+1 865 694 8526

Monday	07:30 - 18:00
Tuesday	07:30 - 18:00
Wednesday	07:30 - 18:00
Thursday	07:30 - 18:00
Friday	07:30 - 18:00
Saturday	09:00 - 12:00
Sunday	00:00 - 00:00

9616 Parkside Dr

+1 865 690 8448

Monday	07:30 - 18:00
Tuesday	07:30 - 18:00
Wednesday	07:30 - 18:00
Thursday	07:30 - 18:00
Friday	07:30 - 18:00
Saturday	09:00 - 12:00
Sunday	13:00 - 16:00

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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, June 2024

People mover

Amazing customer service at this location.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jan 2024

Supplier choice

Kienan was great.

8.0 Very Good

Drew, Sept 2023

Full-size

I've never been impressed by how clean their cars are, they usually aren't very clean, so it met my expectations, it was OK...

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Apr 2021

Cons:

Night drop to return car

10.0 Wonderful

Charlene, Jan 2021

Pros:

Everyone at this location are very helpful and professional.

Cons:

I would really like it if Enterprise put floor mats back into cars. It is much easier to clean a rubber floor mat than a carpet before returning the rental.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Jan 2021

Pros:

Not much too like other than car was fairly new.

Cons:

Car was not clean. Had to drive with windows down the entire time due to extreme smoke smell. Trash left in glove box. We were originally scheduled to have an SUV that we booked months ago and location gave it away to another costumer forcing us to either take a mini van or a small car. Location did not inform us that they were closed on Sunday when we were scheduled to drop off either.

Budget

6.3

Okay

Read 40 reviews

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

6.4

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.5

Value for money

6.6

3 locations in Knoxville

Locations in Knoxville

4742 Centerline Drive

+1 865 544 4335

Monday	08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday	08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday	08:00 - 18:00
Thursday	08:00 - 18:00
Friday	08:00 - 18:00
Saturday	08:00 - 18:00
Sunday	10:00 - 13:00

5535 Clinton Highway

+1 865 281 8880

Monday	08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday	08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday	08:00 - 18:00
Thursday	08:00 - 18:00
Friday	08:00 - 18:00
Saturday	08:00 - 18:00
Sunday	08:00 - 18:00

8014 Kingston Pike

+1 865 531 2198

Monday	07:00 - 23:59
Tuesday	07:00 - 23:59
Wednesday	07:00 - 23:59
Thursday	07:00 - 23:59
Friday	07:00 - 23:59
Saturday	08:00 - 18:00
Sunday	08:00 - 18:00

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2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Feb 2025

People mover

So I went to pick up a vehicle. They did not have what I asked for so he wants to give me a different vehicle. I ask him if I have any other option beside what he wants to give me simply he was just so rude. He said that’s all what I have whether you want it or not And then it’s OK. I will take that one then he said you know what I don’t want to give you vehicle Anymore and he said he’s also a owner over there so you don’t have to worry about complaining anybody that was super rude. I never ever go to that place anymore.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, July 2024

Economy

Specific car I had (Malibu) is such an uncomfortable car. Drove fine, just super cramped, shoulda asked for a Kia or a midsize. Oh well

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, July 2024

People mover

The office people very rude. Car was disgusting tar all over it car smelled of smoke. The people lie at the office.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, June 2024

People mover

I received a van that had not been serviced and was left stranded waiting for a tow truck that never arrived resulting in a call back to Budget. 9 hours later I had a replacement vehicle but Budget tried to "hold my personal property hostage" at the hanger where the tow truck was taking the broken down vehicle and it took over an hour to get my belongings transferred from the broken down vehicle to the new vehicle. When I arrived to pick up initially, I was told that it showed a 10:00 am pick up in their computer, but my paperwork showed 12:00 p.m. While on my trip, I had to trade vehicles 4 more times due to issues with the replacements given. As a corporate, the business practices were challenging to navigate and I got the run around numerous times and often was unable to understand the Budget phone workers due to broken English. To say the least, I will never rent from Budget again, but likely the last vacation my mother will be able to take was impeded by the repetitive issues with rentals through Budget.

6.0 Okay

Jake, Apr 2024

Economy

When a tire has a big chunk out of it, don't have your associates say it's ok to drive.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Feb 2024

Compact

The process was quick and easy.

National

10.0

Wonderful

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

One location in Knoxville

Locations in Knoxville

8314 Kingston Pike

Monday	07:30 - 18:00
Tuesday	07:30 - 18:00
Wednesday	07:30 - 18:00
Thursday	07:30 - 18:00
Friday	07:30 - 18:00
Saturday	09:00 - 12:00

Avis

6.0

Okay

Read 16 reviews

Cleanliness

6.2

Comfort

6.6

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.3

Value for money

6.1

3 locations in Knoxville

Locations in Knoxville

4742 Centerline Drive

+1 865 544 5815

Monday	08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday	08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday	08:00 - 18:00
Thursday	08:00 - 18:00
Friday	08:00 - 18:00
Saturday	08:00 - 18:00
Sunday	10:00 - 13:00

5535 Clinton Highway

+1 865 687 5722

Monday	08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday	08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday	08:00 - 18:00
Thursday	08:00 - 18:00
Friday	08:00 - 18:00
Saturday	08:00 - 18:00
Sunday	08:00 - 18:00

8014 Kingston Pike

+1 865 560 5188

Monday	07:00 - 23:59
Tuesday	07:00 - 23:59
Wednesday	07:00 - 23:59
Thursday	07:00 - 23:59
Friday	07:00 - 23:59
Saturday	08:00 - 18:00
Sunday	08:00 - 18:00

Car hire near Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport

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2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Dec 2024

Compact

My husband had made the car reservation for me. He asked for pick up and drop off at Knoxville airport. After I waited in line for about an hour, I was told I had to go to the Avis location in town. After a $25.00 Uber ride, I got an upgrade that I didn't want. My husband ordered a compact car, but presumable it was not available. Next time, we will make arrangements directly through Avis.

6.0 Okay

Anonymous, July 2024

Pick-up truck

I was in Knoxville Tennessee. My truck is broke down so I need to rental car from Knoxville TN to Virginia. I booked the truck Toyota Tacoma online on July 23, when I come to the property for pick up, The guy is there he said all sold out, what a joke, even I talk to someone the lady was talking to me after I booked online. I also called them to I booked the truck which is a Toyota Tacoma, I need to confirm, she’s said you all confirmed and pick up around 12 o’clock. Then I got Chrysler passenger van white color it is so dirty. It’s dog here inside a lot, no clean no vacuum anything. Please take care of your Avis website, if you don’t have vehicle available, it’s not supposed to show online. Thank you

221 travellers who hired a car in Knoxville gave the car agency they used an average rating of 6.5

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Full-Size SUV rental deals in Knoxville

Chevrolet Tahoe

or similar SUV

$101/day

Class Full-size SUV

or similar SUV

$166/day

Premium SUV rental deals in Knoxville

Land Rover LR2

or similar SUV

$104/day

Class Premium SUV

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$109/day

Standard SUV rental deals in Knoxville

Ford Edge

or similar SUV

$73/day

Ford Edge

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$139/day

Compact SUV rental deals in Knoxville

Nissan Kicks

or similar SUV

$81/day

Hyundai Kona

or similar SUV

$87/day