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Pennsylvania car rentals in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Pennsylvania. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 25 March 2025.

Most common car type

Mini

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Pennsylvania?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Pennsylvania and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 25 March 2025.

January

$75

February

$71

March

$85

April

$99

May

$111

June

$122

July

$125

August

$113

September

$99

October

$97

November

$97

December

$99

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Pennsylvania is February. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Compare available car types for rental in Pennsylvania

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Pennsylvania to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 25 March 2025.

Small cars

$69 - $132

All Car Types

$56 - $215

To hire a small car in Pennsylvania, you would pay an average price of $70/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Pennsylvania (~$69/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~$132/day). In fact, January is about 3% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Pennsylvania. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Pennsylvania, hiring a small car saves you 32% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a medium car in Pennsylvania, you would pay an average price of $84/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Pennsylvania (~$46/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~$150/day). In fact, January is about 46% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Pennsylvania. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Pennsylvania, hiring a medium car saves you 19% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a SUV in Pennsylvania, you would pay an average price of $96/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Pennsylvania (~$73/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is October (~$282/day). In fact, September is about 25% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Pennsylvania. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Pennsylvania, hiring a SUV saves you 7% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

Top rental agencies in Pennsylvania

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Pennsylvania known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Pennsylvania. Reviews were last updated on 25 March 2025.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

6.7
Okay
102 reviews55 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

6.7

Budget

6.3
Okay
152 reviews22 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

7.0

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

6.4

Sixt

6.0
Okay
112 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.5

Comfort

6.8

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

6.0

Payless

5.6
Fair
129 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.2

Overall

5.6

Pick-up/drop-off

5.1

Value

5.9

Hertz

5.4
Fair
322 reviews39 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.1

Comfort

6.1

Overall

5.4

Pick-up/drop-off

5.2

Value

5.6

Dollar

4.9
Mediocre
101 reviews14 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.2

Comfort

6.1

Overall

4.9

Pick-up/drop-off

4.8

Value

5.4

Alamo

7.9
Good
90 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

Value

7.6

Avis

5.5
Fair
82 reviews21 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.8

Comfort

6.0

Overall

5.5

Pick-up/drop-off

5.5

Value

5.3

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Pennsylvania, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 25 March 2025.
  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Pennsylvania?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Pennsylvania from the following companies over the past two weeks: Thrifty ($120/day), Budget ($125/day), and Alamo ($176/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Pennsylvania?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Resla (10.0 rating), Silvercar (9.1 rating) and Alamo (8.4 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Pennsylvania.

  • What are petrol prices like in Pennsylvania?

    The average price of petrol in Pennsylvania is $1.58/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $71 and $102 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Pennsylvania for a week from Hertz?

    Hiring a car in Pennsylvania for a week can be a great option for travel. Hertz, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around $499/week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Pennsylvania for the best price?

    Our data suggests that booking early can save you up to 28% on a hire car in Pennsylvania. Take advantage of below-average prices by booking at least 7 days prior to your desired date.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Pennsylvania?

    Yes, renting a vehicle in Pennsylvania for a month is certainly possible.

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