Enterprise Rent-A-Car

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About Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Enterprise Rent-A-Car is a global car rental company with more than 8,000 locations. Customers can rent cars, SUVs, trucks, minivans, vans, exotic cars and moving trucks. Frequent renters can enroll in its Enterprise Plus program to get benefits like points earned for every rental, free rental days and members-only check-in.

Pros & Cons

Pros
  • Offers rental cars for any budget
  • One-way or long-term rentals
  • Wide selection of cars
Cons
  • Cars may have high mileage

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Oakville, ON

I dealt with Enterprise in Oakville on the South Service Road. I must say that Joe ** and his staff were outstanding. I had to rent a vehicle for 2 months and came in several time...

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Yukon, OK

From start to finish I enjoyed a hassle-free experience. The reservation web site is easy to use, the prices are reasonable, and the folks are super-nice… Stephen, picked me up at...

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What is Enterprise Rent-A-Car?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car is a global vehicle rental service company that offers a wide selection of vehicles to travelers or those who need a short-term vehicle.

Drivers can find an Enterprise rental location in most major airports and other locations throughout the country. If you use rental cars regularly, you can subscribe to Enterprise and take advantage of benefits such as access to a range of vehicles and insurance, maintenance and roadside assistance for just one monthly payment. Subscribing with Enterprise also lets you swap out vehicles up to four times in a month.

From compact sedans to minivans, trucks and luxury cars, Enterprise makes it easy to reserve, rent and return rental cars across the country.

How does Enterprise work?

The first step in renting a car through Enterprise is the reservation process. As you browse its online inventory of rental cars, you’re asked to input information such as:

  • The type of car you want
  • Pickup location
  • Drop off location
  • Pickup/drop off dates
  • Additional coverage options
  • Added features (car seats, GPS, snow chains)

Once you’ve input this information, Enterprise will produce a list of vehicles that meet your needs.

Picking up the car
Once you’ve made your reservation, pick up your rental car on the predetermined date at an Enterprise location. An agent helps you locate the car on the property and do a walkthrough to take note of any damages or issues with the car before you take it. After signing some paperwork, you’re free to take the car for your agreed-upon rental.
Additional options
During the reservation process, you will sign a damage waiver that covers minor damage to the rental car such as scratches or dents. This is an optional protection plan, but any minor damages to the rental car will come out of pocket if you choose not to sign a damage waiver.

Drivers can also add personal accident insurance or personal effects coverage at the time of their rental for an additional daily charge. These insurances are optional, and the cost varies based on the location where you are renting the car.

If you are worried about losing your keys, running out of gas, or getting locked out of your car, you can add roadside assistance protection to your reservation so that you aren't charged out of pocket for these roadside incidents.

Returning the car
When it is time to return the car, drive it to the predetermined drop off location. During drop off, an Enterprise agent will perform a walk-through inspection again to ensure the car has not been damaged.

The agent will also check that the car has been refueled. If you choose not to fill up the gas tank, you will be charged the company’s gas rate, which is usually more expensive than the local pump price. If you are picking up a rental car at the airport, you can prepay for fuel, which lets you return the car without worrying about filling it up.

If you need your rental car for a few days longer, you can call the Enterprise location and ask if the car is available for an extension. There are no penalties for returning your car early, but you can only return your car to a non-airport location during business hours. Enterprise locations within the airport usually allow returns after hours.

How to rent a car with Enterprise

To secure a rental car, you must have a valid driver’s license and an acceptable form of payment and meet the rental location’s minimum age requirements. Most rental locations set their minimum driver age at 25 but may allow drivers between 21 and 24 to rent a car with a “youthful driver surcharge” of $20 a day. You will also be required to put down a deposit that varies by location.

Enterprise car rental price

The cost of your rental car depends on a variety of factors, including how long you have the car, what type of car you choose, your rental location and any insurance or additional products you select. Below are a few examples of the most common types of rental car selections and the cost for a week.

VehicleCost
Pickup truck (Ford F-150 or similar)$269 a week
Economy car (Mitsubishi Mirage or similar)$186 a week
Compact car (Nissan Versa or similar)$186 a week
Standard car (Volkswagen Jetta or similar)$196 a week
Compact SUV (Ford EcoSport or similar)$230 a week
Standard SUV (Ford Edge or similar)$256 a week
Luxury car (Cadillac XTS or similar)$282 a week
Premium SUV (Chevy Suburban or similar)$464 a week
Luxury elite SUV (Land Rover Discovery or similar)$468 a week

Other costs to consider when renting a car include local taxes, damage waivers, accident insurance, roadside protection and additional equipment, such as car seats or a GPS.

Enterprise FAQ

What does Enterprise car rental insurance cover?

Enterprise offers three different tiers of car rental insurance. There is the basic damage waiver that covers minor damages to the car, the personal accident insurance that covers the driver and the passengers in the car if there's an accident and the personal effects coverage that covers the driver, any passengers in the car and drivers of other vehicles if you’re liable.

What time does Enterprise open?

Most Enterprise locations open at 6 a.m., but this can vary between locations, so it's important to check before you rent a car.

What time does Enterprise close?

Some locations close at 5 p.m., while others are open much later. Operating hours depend on the location.

What kind of cars does enterprise rent?

Enterprise offers a wide variety of cars in different makes, models and sizes. Drivers can rent an economy car, pickup truck, sedan, SUV or luxury vehicle.

Does Enterprise own other rental car companies?

Yes. Enterprise is the parent company of National Car Rental, Alamo Rent a Car, and Enterprise CarShare.

Is Enterprise a good car rental company?

Enterprise offers a wide selection of high-end vehicles in hundreds of locations across the country. It rents many newer model cars that get regular maintenance and cleaning. The company’s high number of locations makes it a convenient choice if you need to rent a car for short- or long-term use.

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Reviewed April 13, 2024

We rented a car through Enterprise located at the Paris Hotel in Vegas twice. The gentlemen working were friendly & professional. Explained everything & helped us with questions. The 2nd time we rented, we were commuting six hrs round trip. When we stop for gas we noticed one of the tires had a bubble (raised area) on the tire wall. We called the employee who rented us the car. He was concerned, asked our specific location, directed us to another enterprise on our route that detoured us off our route by 10 minutes.

We went in, they had us a car waiting, apologized for our delay in travel (10 minutes, tops) and told us not to worry about the gas due to the trouble. They had offered to meet us and change the tire if we did not wish to detour to pick up another car but they had pinpoint us an enterprise location based on our route and was so organized between the two offices it only took us 10 minutes. All three cars we used were clean & new and Very reasonable on rental price. The employee’s top notched!! Definitely will use in the future.

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We appreciate your feedback, Robin, and we’re happy to hear our team was able to provide you with a great customer experience. We hope to see you again in the future. –Chris R.

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Reviewed Feb. 13, 2024

Above and Beyond Customer Service Date: 02/10/2024. Had a scheduled reservation with Enterprise. Completed the reservation, upon arriving at the rental location: Gastonia, NC, the manager greeted me with a smile. Plus, no waiting in line! The manager Vanessa L., she waited upon me with a smile and immediately assisted me with the reservation. After acquiring my information. She said, "You can pick any vehicle that you would like and plus try it out first to feel comfortable." I felt like I was a movie star receiving all the amenities. She made sure the vehicle was clean on the inside and outside. The vehicle was washed before being driven. She made sure I knew what the specific dashboard controls were and made sure I was comfortable/satisfied with the vehicle.

After choosing the vehicle she gave me her card and said, if you need anything to let her know. She included her email address and office number. The manager Ms. Vanessa L., went above and beyond what excellent customer service and if, you are renting a vehicle at this location, make sure you ask for Ms. Vanessa L., Mgr. She does such an excellent job that she should be promoted as a trainer for Enterprise. Hats off to Vanessa L., Mngr for excellent customer service.

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We appreciate your feedback, Olivia, and we’re happy to hear that Vanessa was able to provide you with a great customer experience. We hope to see you again soon. –Chris R.

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    Reviewed Dec. 30, 2023

    My rental car experience started off TERRIBLE! But, the customer service was impeccable. I received my rental car on 11/21/23 and returned it on 12/20/23. As we were walking up to the vehicle, I should have noticed the open windows. After looking over the outside, I signed the paperwork and jumped in. I noticed a foul smell masked in Febreze. I was in a hurry to meet my kids, so I took off. On the way to meet them, I started getting a headache and feeling nauseous. When my kids came up to the car, they all covered the noses and moved away. I asked them what do they smell? They immediately said vomit. None of them wanted to get in the car with me.

    I called Enterprise back to see if I could get another vehicle, but they were closed. I had no choice but to keep the vehicle for the time being. I went to Target and picked up all kinds of cleaning supplies and smell good stuff and wiped the entire car down. It took maybe 2% of the smell away. I then drove home which was 82 miles away with all the windows down in 38 degree weather.

    The next day I went to the Enterprise near me to exchange the vehicle. But, they did not have any Fords available. (apparently Ford has a lot of recalls at the moment) but told me that I could go to Roseville because they are the only ones in Northern California that have any Ford's. Well, I did not want to make another 164 mile round trip.

    THE GOOD PART!!! The employee Ariah **, took charge and really wanted to help. She grabbed what cleaning supplies they had and despite gagging herself, started cleaning. I showed her where it was strongest and she located an area under the seat where the vomit had piled up and dried in a storage area. She also found it on the back of the seat, carpet, plastic molding and rear seat. It was so gross.

    Anyway, she did the best she could and by the time she finished up, the smell was 40% better. She did everything she could. And although the smell was not gone, I give her a thumbs up for trying. I guess the car cleaner needs some retraining. When I retuned the car, 29 days later, the smell was almost 90% gone. It was really in the fibers. The employee who took the car in felt bad and gave me a 2X free upgrade for the next time.

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    Thank you for this feedback, Teri. If you would like to discuss this further, please email review@em.com with your contact information, rental agreement number and the details so we can learn more. Thank you. -Chris R.

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    Reviewed Oct. 25, 2023

    Over the years, I've only had excellent Customer Service experiences with Enterprise. My latest rental in Charlotte, NC was no exception. There was a glitch in my reservation (not because of Enterprise)...and Milly, Charlotte, NC, came to the rescue and with a smile, patience, professionalism and expertise to get beyond the glitch and got me on my way in a SUV that was even better than the car I had originally reserved (we were headed to Smoky Mtn National Park...she knew the Jeep SUV would be better for mountain travel). Milly was outstanding...but that what I've experienced with all the Enterprise folks.

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    We appreciate your feedback, John, and we’re happy to hear that Milly was able to provide you with a great customer experience. We hope to see you again soon. –Chris R.

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    Reviewed July 29, 2023

    I drop off my car at Gunther Kia at 10:30am for service. It's a good thing that Enterprise Car Rental was next to Kia. When we went over the waiting area was full and I thought this is going to take a while. To my surprise Ozzie **/Branch Manager took a look at the waiting room made an assessment and called the play on how to get us moving and out. It was a good call, he services those returning cars first then took care of us who was waiting for a rental. That decision had us moving through the system with ease never missing on quality customer service care, we were out within 30 minutes. I say top hats to you Mr. ** for giving quality service efficiently while meeting the needs of each of your customers. I highly recommend the Enterprise branch off of State Road 7.

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    Hello Sheila! Your wonderful review and feedback mean a lot to us. Thank you! - Chad

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    Reviewed April 20, 2024

    My experience with Enterprise (Alamo) started off great, but it quickly turned sour. Dropping off the car in good condition should have been the end of it, but instead, I received an email stating they were withholding my $495.55 deposit due to a small dent in the front right bumper. The problem? The dent was already there when I picked up the car, clearly visible in a photo I had taken beforehand. Despite emailing them proof of the pre-existing damage, I haven't heard back from them or received my deposit back. It's incredibly disappointing to encounter such sketchy behavior from a company I had trusted.

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    Reviewed April 20, 2024

    I waited for 3 hours to get a car at the Waterloo, Weber location. It is not the employee's fault, but rather the larger booking system that Enterprise has in place that overwhelms the employees. I was waiting on a car for an insurance claim with RBC insurance. I waited in line for an hour after my insurance company made the booking for me only to have no car available. I left for an hour and waited at a Tim Hortons only to have to wait another hour in line before I eventually got a car. What a frustrating and stressful experience. Half of my day was totally wasted.

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    Reviewed April 18, 2024

    I book through the phone, told the person all my info that I be using a debit/ bank card and that I live out of state where I’m trying to go. They said fine, did the booking. I go to pick up the car and they said my bank card won’t work, has to be a credit card and I can’t rent since my license is from a different state where I was trying to deliver the car at I would be renting. So I was stuck trying to figure out another way after I thought I had everything figured out

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    Reviewed April 18, 2024

    Awful customer service. Reserved a premium SUV weeks ago and went to pick it up and they gave to someone else. I leave for my trip in 8 hours with no vehicle. Basically told me oh well. Will never reserve a car with them again. Beaufort SC store!

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    Reviewed April 17, 2024

    Matt at Enterprise Rental Services in Royal Oak, Michigan, deserves every bit of praise! From start to finish, he provided impeccable service, ensuring my rental experience was seamless and stress-free. His professionalism, efficiency, and friendliness were truly remarkable. I highly recommend Enterprise in Royal Oak, especially with Matt leading the team!

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    Enterprise Rent-A-Car Company Information

    Company Name:
    Enterprise Rent A Car
    Year Founded:
    1957
    Address:
    600 Corporate Park Dr
    City:
    St. Louis
    State/Province:
    MO
    Postal Code:
    63105
    Country:
    United States
    Website:
    www.enterprise.com