Car hire in University City (Philadelphia)

Driver's age: 26-65

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Most popular agency

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Most popular car type

Economy

Average price

$103/day

Good deal

$94/day

When to book a rental car in University City, Philadelphia

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Top tips for renting a car in University City, Philadelphia

  • 25% of our users found rental cars in University City for $94 or less.
  • Book your rental car in University City at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price.
  • Economy rental cars in University City are around 48% cheaper than other car types, on average.
  • February is typically the cheapest month to rent a car in University City, with prices around $63/day. June, in contrast, is often the most costly month, with an average of $167/day.
  • If you’re looking to save money and don’t mind renting a car in another neighborhood in Philadelphia, look for deals in Southwest Philadelphia, where daily prices are around $151/day.

FAQs about hiring a car in University City (Philadelphia)

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in University City?

    On average a car hire in University City costs $103 per day.

  • Is car hire cheaper in other Philadelphia neighbourhoods?

    Yes. Based on our information, THRIFTY in Southwest Philadelphia is the cheapest car hire location in Philadelphia. It is located at 1 Arrivals Road.

  • What is the best car hire company in University City?

    Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car hire in University City is HERTZ (5.0, 2 reviews).

  • How can I find car hires near me in University City?

    Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.

  • What is the most popular hire car type in University City?

    Economy is the most frequently booked hire car type in University City.

  • How much does a Economy car hire cost in University City?

    A Economy car hire in University City costs $68 per day, on average.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car for a week in University City?

    On average a hire car in University City costs $718 per week ($103 per day).

  • How much does it cost to hire a car long term for a month in University City?

    On average a hire car in University City costs $3,079 per month ($103 per day).

University City (Philadelphia) car hire reviews and directory

 
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Budget

5.9

Fair

Read 5 reviews

Cleanliness

6.5

Comfort

6.8

Pick-up/Drop-off

5.8

Value for money

6.1

One location in University City

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2955 Market Street

+1 215 222 4262

Monday09:00 - 17:00
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4.0 Mediocre

Kiran, Oct 2023

Compact

KAYAK
Car stunk and Matt’s were torn

10.0 Wonderful

Angela, May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Pick up and drop off was quick and efficient. Car was clean and met our needs.

Cons:

A little pricey but the best deal I could find. Computer would not allow the pick up rep to add a driver.

1 out of 2

Dollar

4.9

Mediocre

Cleanliness

6.2

Comfort

6.1

Pick-up/Drop-off

4.8

Value for money

5.4

One location in University City

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2951 Market Street

+1 215 492 2958

Monday09:00 - 17:00
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Hertz

4.8

Mediocre

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Cleanliness

5.5

Comfort

5.5

Pick-up/Drop-off

4.6

Value for money

5.0

2 locations in University City

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2951 Market Street

+1 215 492 2958

Monday09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday09:00 - 17:00
Thursday09:00 - 17:00
Friday09:00 - 17:00
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3111 Grays Ferry Avenue

+1 215 271 2672

Monday08:00 - 13:00
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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jan 2025

Intermediate

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very good

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Sept 2024

Full-size

KAYAK
One week prior to my scheduled pick up time I received a call from the pick up location stating I needed to call the 800 number to cancel my reservation because they would not have a car ready for me. I did not cancel my reservation as I received numerous other emails confirming my vehicle would be ready. I picked up my vehicle and it was equipt with a feature called UVO, a subscription based service, which was not activated. Every 5-10 minutes while driving the radio would turn off as it attempted to connect to the UVO system. After returning the vehicle I started getting charged for numerous fees and add one that were never discussed at the time of checkout. I will never rent from Hertz again.

2.0 Poor

Dave, Apr 2024

Intermediate

KAYAK
They had incorrect duplicate order that messed up my entire booking process. They then gave me the wrong car. Charged me for a full tank even though the car was 1/3 full. Had wrong mileage. When I dropped off, they tried to retroactively change my daily rate, increasing by 30%. Absolutely awful experience.

8.0 Very Good

Anonymous, Nov 2023

Supplier choice

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Everything was fairly smooth. I didn’t get a comprehensive explanation of the EV that ended up being my rental, but I figured most things out. Staff was friendly.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Sept 2023

Compact

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I couldn't rent the car as the location had closed at an odd time mid-afternoon. As a result I had to quickly organize other transportation.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Dec 2021

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vehicle not ready. surly staff. unreasonable waits, and an uncomfortable waiting area. the car they eventually gave us was not checked out and did not work. then they gave us another car that was dirty and not cleaned, let alone disinfected. car was not fueled up, so I did not fill it up upon return but just returned with more gas than they left me, and now they're charging me for a gas fill up. what could have been better? everything.

1 out of 21

Alamo

7.5

Good

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Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.7

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.6

Value for money

7.4

One location in University City

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Locations in University City (Philadelphia)

2955 Market St

+1 215 387 9077 ext. 1

Monday09:00 - 17:00
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4.0 Mediocre

Anonymous, Mar 2025

Intermediate

KAYAK
The car was dirty. The inside of the windshield was filthy. Please clean your cars, especially the windshield inside and out.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Apr 2024

Economy

KAYAK
Terrible transparency on the toll pass payment scheme

2.0 Poor

Sarai, Sept 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

No one answered when I called to confirm a car was available and no one was at the rental counter when I arrived to pick up the car. Totally unprofessional.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Aug 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Did not honor reservation

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, July 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

They didn't tell me my rental was no longer available. They tried calling me to tell me an hour before my car was due to be picked up to tell me that it was unavailable but I missed the call and ended up going in person to then be told I can't pick up my car. They could have emailed me or left a text message but they did not bother to go to that extent. Didn't even get some sort of voucher or coupon to compensate my going all the way in person to pick up the car. Very horrible experience overall.

10.0 Wonderful

Jennifer, June 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Staff was friendly. Car was clean and nice.

1 out of 3

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.1

Good

Read 1 review

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

7.2

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.1

Value for money

6.8

One location in University City

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Sheraton 15 S. 36th Street

+1 215 387 3283

Monday08:00 - 13:00
Tuesday08:00 - 13:00
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Thrifty

4.4

Mediocre

Cleanliness

5.9

Comfort

5.7

Pick-up/Drop-off

4.1

Value for money

5.0

One location in University City

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2951 Market Street

+1 215 492 2958

Monday09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday09:00 - 17:00
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National

7.8

Good

Best rated

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

7.9

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.1

Value for money

7.5

One location in University City

Locations in University City (Philadelphia)

2955 Market St

+1 215 387 9077 ext. 1

Monday09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday09:00 - 17:00
Thursday09:00 - 17:00
Friday09:00 - 17:00
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AutoEurope

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One location in University City

Locations in University City (Philadelphia)

Philadelphia 30th Street Train Station

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Free2Move

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One location in University City

Locations in University City (Philadelphia)

6723, Essington Avenue

+1 201 555 5555

Monday09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday09:00 - 17:00
Thursday09:00 - 17:00
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923 travellers who hired a car in University City gave the car agency they used an average rating of 5.4

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