Cheapflights insights for Merced car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Merced, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Merced?
Book your car hire in Merced 28 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around RM 143/day on average when booked 28 days ahead, which saves you 172% off the average price.
What is the best car rental company in Merced?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Merced is Avis (rated 10.0/10). Hertz (rated 7.0/10 with 4 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Merced?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Merced is March, when you can expect to pay RM 181/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Merced is July (RM 266/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.
January
RM 232
February
RM 215
March
RM 181
April
RM 211
May
RM 228
June
RM 257
July
RM 266
August
RM 236
September
RM 219
October
RM 194
November
RM 224
December
RM 198
What car do most people hire in Merced?
SUV cars (Chevrolet Tahoe, for example) are the most popular in Merced. Intermediate (Mazda Mazda3) and Standard (Volkswagen Jetta) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Merced.
Which car hire company has the most locations in Merced?
Hertz has 3 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Budget has the second-highest number of locations in Merced at 2.
Top rental agencies in Merced
Explore the leading car rental agencies in Merced known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 6 car rental companies in Merced. Reviews were last updated on 29 August 2025.
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Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Merced, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 29 August 2025.
Can I rent a car for a month in Merced?
Typically, how long you can rent a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Merced however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.