District of Columbia car rentals in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in District of Columbia. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 30 April 2025.
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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in District of Columbia?
Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in District of Columbia 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 30 April 2025.
January
RM 199
February
RM 173
March
RM 199
April
RM 224
May
RM 259
June
RM 268
July
RM 281
August
RM 212
September
RM 199
October
RM 229
November
RM 212
December
RM 237
Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in District of Columbia 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 District of Columbia
Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in District of Columbia to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 30 April 2025.
Small cars | RM 154 - RM 727 | |
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All Car Types | RM 137 - RM 461 |
To rent a small car in District of Columbia, you would pay an average price of RM 145/day. May is the cheapest month to rent a small car in District of Columbia (~RM 154/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~RM 727/day). In fact, May is about 5% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for District of Columbia. When comparing with other car types available for rental in District of Columbia, renting a small car saves you 24% 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 rent a medium car in District of Columbia, you would pay an average price of RM 144/day. September is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in District of Columbia (~RM 137/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~RM 397/day). In fact, September is about 5% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for District of Columbia. When comparing with other car types available for rental in District of Columbia, renting a medium car saves you 25% 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 rent a large car in District of Columbia, you would pay an average price of RM 182/day. April is the cheapest month to rent a large car in District of Columbia (~RM 174/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~RM 721/day). In fact, April is about 5% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for District of Columbia. When comparing with other car types available for rental in District of Columbia, renting a large car saves you 6% 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 rent a SUV in District of Columbia, you would pay an average price of RM 181/day. September is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in District of Columbia (~RM 136/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~RM 419/day). In fact, September is about 26% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for District of Columbia. When comparing with other car types available for rental in District of Columbia, renting a SUV saves you 6% 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 District of Columbia
Explore the leading car rental agencies in District of Columbia known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in District of Columbia. Reviews were last updated on 30 April 2025.
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Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in District of Columbia, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 30 April 2025.
Which car hire company is considered to be the best in District of Columbia?
Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Resla (10.0 rating), Silvercar (9.0 rating) and Alamo (8.4 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in District of Columbia.
What are petrol prices like in District of Columbia?
The average price of petrol in District of Columbia is RM 3.90/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between RM 175 and RM 253 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.
How much does it cost to hire a car in District of Columbia for a week from Sixt?
Hiring a car in District of Columbia for a week can be a great option for travel. Sixt, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around RM 1,074/week on average.
How far in advance should I hire a car in District of Columbia for the best price?
Booking early can save you upwards of 43% on your car hire. Booking your vehicle at least 7 days in advance can you get you a great below-average price in District of Columbia.
Can I rent a car for a month in District of Columbia?
Typically, how long you can rent a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For District of Columbia however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.