Car Rental Cost Calculator
Calculate total car rental cost including taxes, airport surcharges, CDW/LDW insurance, young driver fees, GPS, and fuel options. Supports daily, weekly, and one-way rentals.
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How to Use This Calculator
- Enter daily rate, days, and taxes & fees %.
- Add insurance cost per day.
- Use Weekly Rate tab for longer trips.
- Switch to Professional for full itemization with airport surcharge, young driver fee, and fuel option.
Formula
Total = (Daily Rate × Days) × (1 + Tax% + Airport%) + (Add-ons × Days) + Fuel
Example
$60/day × 5 days = $300 base + 25% taxes/fees ($75) + $15/day CDW × 5 ($75) = $450 total.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Rental companies add airport concession fees (~10–15%), state/local taxes (~10%), energy surcharges, and vehicle licensing fees. These routinely add 25–40% to the base rate.
- Collision Damage Waiver and Loss Damage Waiver eliminate your liability for rental damage. They cost $15–$30/day but may be covered by your personal auto policy or credit card — check before paying.
- Off-airport locations skip the concession fee (10–15%), saving $5–$15/day. Factor in transportation cost to the location.
- Most companies add $25–$35/day for drivers under 25. Some waive it for USAA members or corporate accounts.
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Sources & References (5) ▾
- AAA Car Rental Tips & Guide — AAA
- Consumer Reports — Rental Car Fees Explained — Consumer Reports
- Auto Rental News — Industry Rate Data — Auto Rental News
- FTC — Renting a Car — Federal Trade Commission
- US DOT Aviation Consumer Protection — US DOT