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Pick-up location | Chicago |
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Car types | Compact, Compact SUV, Economy, Full-size, Full-size SUV, Intermediate, Intermediate SUV, Luxury, People carrier, Standard, Standard SUV |
Hire locations | 117 |
Airport locations | 42 |
Popular agencies | Fox, Dollar, Budget, Avis, Turo |
A small compact car such as a Mitsubishi Mirage is ideal for Chicago to help navigate rush hour traffic as well as the narrow streets and street side parking downtown. Choose a car in which you feel comfortable checking the blind spots, as there are plenty of bike lanes and cyclists on Chicago roads. If you are traveling with others and plan to have a mix of inner city life and coastal exploration, try the comfort and security of a Nissan Rogue SUV.
Standard residential areas have a speed limit of 30 miles per hour, while non-urban areas have a speed limit of 55 miles per hour. If you venture outside of Chicago and use an Illinois highway to access Lake Michigan or a nearby town, the speed limit will be either 65 or 70 miles per hour.
Street parking in downtown Chicago can be tricky and expensive, so, to save money and hassle, look into the option of using a parking garage. Alternatively, the Metra train system is expansive and an easy way to travel across the city. Find more accessible parking near a Metra station and leave your hire car there while you explore downtown via public transport.
On average a car hire in Chicago costs £51 per day.
Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car hire companies in Chicago are Alamo (8.0, 200 reviews), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (7.6, 188 reviews), and Sixt (6.9, 99 reviews).
The average price of fuel in Chicago is £3.58 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between £43 and £57, depending on the car size.
Intermediate (Toyota RAV4 or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Chicago.
Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.
An Intermediate car hire in Chicago costs £60 per day, on average.
A Full Size car hire in Chicago costs £95 per day, on average.
A Standard car hire in Chicago costs £54 per day, on average.
On average a car hire in Chicago costs £360 per week (£51 per day).
On average a car hire in Chicago costs £1,542 per month (£51 per day).
Most car hire providers in Chicago offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car hire in Chicago, check out KAYAK's car hire insurance guide.
You must drive on the right-hand side when in Chicago and you can only turn right at a red light after coming to a full stop, and as long as there are no signs restricting this action. You must drive at 30 mph unless there is a signpost indicating a different speed. The speed limit on the highways is 70 mph. The alcohol limit is set at 0.05% and anything above can get you prosecuted with increased consequences. You cannot use your phone while driving unless through a hands-free device.
If the child is under the age of 12 then the child seat must be rear facing, unless they weigh more than 20 kg or are more than 100 cm in height. If they comply with these standards then the child’s seat can be placed forward facing until the age of 12, when they no longer require a child seat.
18 locations in Chicago
Locations in Chicago
10000 Bessie Coleman Drive
+1 800 654 3131
10255 West Zemke Blvd
+1 773 481 2400
151 E Wacker Dr
+1 312 819 3738
181 W Washington St
+1 312 726 1476
225 S Canal Street
+1 312 928 0539
2300 S Martin Luther King Dr
+1 312 567 0380
2321 N Wolcott
+1 773 341 9466
2828 N Clark St
+1 773 832 1912
3130 N.sheffield
+1 773 883 2356
3658 N Clark St
+1 773 327 1463
401 North State St.
+1 312 372 7600
4621 West Belmont Ave
+1 773 286 7251
4621 West Belmont Avenue
+1 773 286 7251
5050 N Lincoln
+1 773 334 4818
5150 W 55th Street
+1 773 735 7272
5259 S Archer St
+1 708 258 1677
909 N Michigan Ave
+1 312 280 5193
9240 S. Stony Island
+1 773 374 0713
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May 2024
2.0 Poor
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10.0 Wonderful
Apr 2024
10.0 Wonderful
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2.0 Poor
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8.0 Very Good
Jan 2024
3 locations in Chicago
Locations in Chicago
10255 W Zemke Blvd
+1 833 863 1447
203 N La Salle St
+1 800 462 5266
5150 W 55th St
+1 844 917 0959
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10.0 Wonderful
Apr 2024
10.0 Wonderful
Jan 2024
10.0 Wonderful
Dec 2023
10.0 Wonderful
Dec 2023
10.0 Wonderful
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10.0 Wonderful
Nov 2023
28 locations in Chicago
Locations in Chicago
10 E Grand, Hilton Garage Fl 2
+1 312 670 7270
10255 W Zemke Blvd
+1 833 856 0900
1224 S Western Ave
+1 708 749 2000
1820 W 87th St
+1 773 239 3510
1842 N Milwaukee Ave
+1 773 862 4700
20 E Randolph St 3rd Fl
+1 312 670 7270
201 W Madison St Fl 3
+1 312 553 5230
2640 S Michigan Ave
+1 312 808 1228
2900 N Sheffield
+1 773 880 5001
3029 No Kedzie
+1 773 478 3310
303 W. Lake St
+1 312 251 0200
3057 N. Cicero
+1 773 286 0005
318 S. Morgan
+1 312 432 9780
4314 N Western Ave
+1 773 539 5900
4524 S Western Ave
+1 773 579 6800
4825 South Pulaski
+1 773 579 6800
5150 W 55th St
+1 844 917 0960
523 West North Ave
+1 312 482 8322
5313 N. Sheridan Road
+1 773 271 4500
5358 W Irving Park Rd
+1 773 283 1001
5451 N Northwest Hwy
+1 773 631 4422
5508 South Lake Park
+1 312 808 1228
555 W. Madison Suite 102
+1 312 906 8300
5950 N Western Ave
+1 773 989 3390
664 E 87th St
+1 773 783 6158
850 N State St
+1 312 670 7270
9214 S Stony Island Ave
+1 773 734 6400
930 W Division St
+1 312 475 2000
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May 2024
10.0 Wonderful
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2.0 Poor
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10.0 Wonderful
Mar 2024
10.0 Wonderful
Feb 2024
8.0 Very Good
Feb 2024
3 locations in Chicago
Locations in Chicago
10255 West Zemke Blvd
+1 888 749 8227
151 E Wacker Drive
+1 888 749 8227
714 S Wabash Ave
+1 888 749 8227
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10.0 Wonderful
Jan 2024
8.0 Very Good
Dec 2023
10.0 Wonderful
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2.0 Poor
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10.0 Wonderful
Nov 2022
12 locations in Chicago
Locations in Chicago
10255 West Zemke Blvd
+1 773 825 4600
1830 S Wabash Ave
+1 312 225 0788
214 North Clark Street
+1 312 782 6825
3255 West Fullerton Avenue
+1 773 252 4325
335a South Franklin St
+1 708 392 6979
3721 North Broadway Street
+1 773 528 6400
455 North Park Drive
+1 312 782 6825
5150 West 55th Street
+1 773 948 7001
8181 South Cicero Avenue
+1 708 424 1285
933 W North Avenue
+1 312 219 6151
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2.0 Poor
Jan 2024
8.0 Very Good
Jan 2024
10.0 Wonderful
Jan 2024
2.0 Poor
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8.0 Very Good
Dec 2023
2.0 Poor
Oct 2023
2 locations in Chicago
Locations in Chicago
10255 West Zemke Blvd
+1 224 220 0604
5401 West 47th Street
+1 708 728 0237
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Apr 2024
4.0 Mediocre
Nov 2023
8.0 Very Good
Oct 2023
6.0 Okay
Oct 2023
4.0 Mediocre
Sept 2023
10.0 Wonderful
May 2021
Pros:
Sherry at Ohare facility was most accommodating.10 locations in Chicago
Locations in Chicago
10255 West Zemke Boulevard
+1 773 894 1900
1830 S Wabash Ave
+1 312 225 5396
214 North Clark Street
+1 312 263 0086
3255 West Fullerton Avenue
+1 773 252 4352
335a South Franklin St
+1 708 392 6981
3721 North Broadway Street
+1 773 528 1770
5150 West 55th Street
+1 773 948 7002
714 South Wabash Avenue
+1 312 960 3100
8181 South Cicero Avenue
+1 708 229 8360
933 W North Avenue, Suite 933
+1 312 219 6153
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2.0 Poor
Apr 2024
8.0 Very Good
Mar 2024
10.0 Wonderful
Mar 2024
10.0 Wonderful
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2.0 Poor
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4.0 Mediocre
Feb 2024
One location in Chicago
Locations in Chicago
10256 W Zemke Blvd
+1 312 741 0788
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2.0 Poor
Mar 2024
10.0 Wonderful
Jun 2021
Pros:
The staff was excellent, super friendly and accommodating. I was thoroughly impressed.4.0 Mediocre
May 2021
Cons:
There was a large dead mosquito on the dash-front of the car and the entire car reeked of smoke.4.0 Mediocre
May 2021
Pros:
The only positive things I can say about Fox car rental is one, the person who checked me in was friendly and courteous, number two, the person who checked me in upon my return was friendly and courteous. Their customer service took 45 minutes to answer the phone and the representative was discourteous and condescending. They did a bait and switch with the type of vehicle that I had requested. The vehicle smelled of cigarette smoke, the windshield on the interior was not cleaned. I had to buy a bottle of for breeze and Windex and paper towels to make the car suitable for my trip. I would never ever rent from this company.Cons:
They could be honest with their customer, they could train their customer service representatives to be more customer service oriented. And they should give the customer the type of vehicle that they had requested. It goes back I guess to the old saying, You get what you pay for.4.0 Mediocre
May 2021
Pros:
Only girl at window was sullen, uninterested in her job, and abrupt. I was the only customer at that late hour. She charged me $150.00 deposit on top of the rental charge. I have not yet been reimbursed and don’t know to whom I should demand my deposit back.Cons:
Seems the whole organization procedures and staff need complete change.10.0 Wonderful
May 2021
Pros:
I found the staff to be very helpful and professional.Cons:
I think the sign-in process could be streamlined and made a bit less complex5 locations in Chicago
Locations in Chicago
10255 West Zemke Road
+1 877 283 0898
181 West Washington Street
+1 312 726 1476
401 North State Street
+1 312 372 7600
5150 W 55th Street
+1 877 283 0898
Lc Pending Close Dec 1st
+1 877 283 0898
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2.0 Poor
Feb 2024
1.9 Poor
Jul 2021
10.0 Wonderful
May 2021
Cons:
Had to wait at the car rental counter, the line was long.2.0 Poor
May 2021
Pros:
Nothing, customer service representatives were rude and completely unhelpful. Stand in line for over 30 minutes only to learn there are no cars available for pick-up.Cons:
Do not accept reservations, if you do not have cars available to pick-up.2.0 Poor
May 2021
Pros:
nothingCons:
I waited on line for a half hour. when I got to the front, the guy told me they had no cars, and I would have to wait 1-2 hours. Another customer told me they were waiting 3 hours. I went to Budget and got a car right away.2.0 Poor
May 2021
Pros:
There were no cars. Waited 20 mon in a line 50 people long. When asked agent where line ended they didnt tell us there were no carsCons:
Honesty.3 locations in Chicago
Locations in Chicago
10255 West Zemke Road
+1 866 434 2226
2828 North Clark Street
+1 773 832 1912
5150 W 55th Street
+1 773 585 6142
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8.0 Very Good
Jan 2024
10.0 Wonderful
Oct 2023
4.0 Mediocre
Oct 2023
2.0 Poor
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4.0 Mediocre
Jun 2023
10.0 Wonderful
Jun 2021
3 locations in Chicago
Locations in Chicago
10255 W Zemke Blvd
+1 833 856 0901
203 N La Salle St
+1 800 227 7368
5150 W 55th St
+1 844 917 0958
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10.0 Wonderful
Jan 2024
2.0 Poor
Jan 2021
Cons:
National didn't have my SUV available nor would they rent a car to me since I was local and not a distant traveler and booked on the same day. Why did they give the option on the website that a car was available? Wasted my time on Christmas day.6.0 Okay
Dec 2020
Pros:
The staff was happy to see and serve me. Good customer service.Cons:
Even though I called ahead, there were no full-sized trucks on the lot when I arrived. They had to get one from some auxiliary lot and drive it in for me. The truck they grabbed had not been properly cleaned - filthy steering wheels and side windows so dirty that I could not see the side mirrors. National made up for this by giving me a free day of rent (refund), and a deep apology from the management. So I will try them again next time.9.6 Wonderful
Nov 2020
Pros:
Staff was great, car selection was great (plus free upgrade). Drop off was very easyCons:
The pick up location garage is a little tight to navigate getting out10.0 Wonderful
May 2020
Pros:
Exceptional Experience.9.6 Wonderful
May 2020
Pros:
Friendly staff...Cons:
Cup holders and little cubby wasnt clean. Stick with spilled something.One location in Chicago
Locations in Chicago
Please Go To Fox Counter
+1 312 741 0788
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2.0 Poor
May 2024
4.0 Mediocre
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2.0 Poor
Jan 2024
2.0 Poor
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2.0 Poor
Oct 2023
10.0 Wonderful
Jul 2023
2 locations in Chicago
Locations in Chicago
4435 West 46th St
+1 708 315 5500
4501 W 46th St
+1 773 650 9001
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8.0 Very Good
Mar 2020
Pros:
The pick up was close by but I didnt realize it would not be at the airport. The sign is super small and if your not looking for it you would miss the pick up spot. Our group waited over 30 minutes before they finally picked us up.6.8 Okay
Jan 2020
Pros:
A good initial price, but was then increased when they forced me to buy insurance before I could get the keys. The vehicle was in excellent shape and clean.Cons:
The pickup experience was very frustrating and I will not use this company again.3.2 Poor
Jan 2020
Cons:
The car’s front end rattled the whole time. Alignment was off pulling to the right. Drivers door made a rattle like a can of beans the whole time we drove over 60mph. The car was dirty when we received it and had over 10 chips in the windshield. Worst rental I’ve ever had.2.4 Poor
Jan 2020
Pros:
The car was ready when I arrivedCons:
I was charged more than what my quoted price was, costing me nearly $100 more than anticipated. Car had a broken rear windshield, no ice scraper, and a slow tire leak in the middle of winter.3.6 Poor
Dec 2019
Pros:
One lady was super helpful and nice, the rest of the staff I interacted with seemed like they hated everything. The second van I received was in excellent condition on the inside, though dented on the outside.Cons:
Ended up being about 25% more than the quoted reservation cost with no explanation given. Inconvenient pickup/drop off location, at least for transit/walking. Took a very long time to pickup and drop off despite being the only customer there. First van they were going to give me was FULL of trash in the back. Second one was fine. Otherwise rude staff. put a huge hold on your card, mileage limit for IL residents - they do tell you this upfront when you’re there but it’s a bit sneaky if you’re reserving through a third party site like this. Some other stuff I can’t even think of right now cuz I’m trying to push the whole ordeal out of my head. It was pretty darn cheap though.2.0 Poor
Dec 2019
Cons:
We thought we were getting a great deal on a car rental for two weeks. When we arrived at the business to pick up our car, we were charged over $120 more than our initial payment. The reason was (at first) that they had to come and pick us up from the airport. When we pressed into why, the next reason they gave us was because we should have reserved the car through a third party like Expedia. Which we did-through Kayak. The NEXT reason they gave us for charging us so much more was that we came through the airport. Which made zero sense because that's where I filled all the information out at the time of making the reservation. We then asked to see the manager and someone else came out to talk to us. When we asked the woman if she was the manager she said, "well, kind of, but not really, I just help the manager." We then asked again to see the manager. She went back to get him and came back to us and said the manager refused to see us and would not come out front. We then cancelled our reservation. As we were trying to find an Uber to get to another car rental location, another customer was going through the same run around and was being charged over $100 than what all her paperwork said. We call this unethical and bad business and will never recommend this company.3 locations in Chicago
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One location in Chicago
Locations in Chicago
3901 Manheim Rd, Schiller Park
+1 847 671 4000
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Locations in Chicago
Chicago Airport O'hare ORD
+1 847 635 8031
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Chicago O'hare Airport. On-airport. O'Hare International Airport. 10255 W Zemke BLVD, Suite 830
+1 323 593 7486
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5 locations in Chicago
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1000 W Ohare Ave
+1 773 800 9898
5700 S Cicero Ave
+1 773 800 9898
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Locations in Chicago
10255 W Zemke Rd, Chicago, Cook County, Illinois
+1 847 635 8031
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Locations in Chicago
4901 S Cicero Ave
+1 331 208 5100
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10.0 Wonderful
Apr 2016
Pros:
Awesome people. Great prices. Clean reliable vehicle.Cons:
No complaints.2.0 Poor
Dec 2015
Cons:
"Reserved" online. It was not made clear that the company was offsite or that a credit card number was necessary to hold the car. Our flight arrived nearly 2 hours late. We took the shuttle to the rental counter only to realize Economy was in a different location. Called both the local number and the toll-free number and got no answer. By the time my phone calls caught up with me it was 12:30 am and the message was that they would hold the car until 10:00. So now we were stuck at Midway. Luckily we were able to rent anothe car but had to cram 6 adults with luggage into 1 car instead of 2 and had to pay a premium price. I would not use Economy again.5.6 Fair
Dec 2015
Pros:
The employees of the company are friendly and helpful. The car was new and comfortable.Cons:
The company has a hidden "mandatory" roadside assistance fee of $100. It is NOT printed on any of the paperwork, nor or is there a notification when making the reservation on Kayak. It doubled the price of my rental, but there was 0 communication upfont. I reserve thru Kayak all the time and expect they would be disappointed in the hidden costs as well.2.0 Poor
Nov 2015
Pros:
Nothing.Cons:
Worst company ever. Told me they gave out all of their cars the night before thanksgiving and they didn't have any car to give me for my reservation. Had to rent from Avis for $260.00 for 1 day when my reservation with Economy was for $70.00One location in Chicago
Locations in Chicago
Chicago Airport O'hare ORD
+1 312 741 0788
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Locations in Chicago
10256 W Zemke Blvd Suite 830 Chicago Il
+1 312 741 0788
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Most popular agency | Thrifty |
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Most popular car type | Intermediate |
Average price | £51/day |
Good deal | £43/day |
Some Chicago car providers already include Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) and Theft Protection Waiver into the hire price but not all of them. We recommend being aware of your coverage when hiring a car in Chicago.
Keep in mind that car hire insurances often have a deductible clause, which is the amount you’ll have to pay if something happens during the time of your hire. If you want to avoid unwanted surprises, you should consider adding a non-deductible option to your Chicago car hire.