What is the cheapest rental car agency in Sterling?

The cheapest rental cars in Sterling are generally found through Thrifty. When booking with Thrifty, you may be able to find rental car prices for as low as C$ 36/day. The average price to rent a car in Sterling is C$ 36/day.

What car do most people rent in Sterling?

The Chevrolet Trailblazer is the most popular car to rent in Sterling, according to our data. Our users have found prices for Chevrolet Trailblazer rentals for as low as C$ 23/day in Sterling, though on average you can expect prices to be around C$ 94/day. Another popular car to rent in Sterling is the Jeep Compass for an average of C$ 164/day, and deals as low as C$ 59/day.

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Best deals found for Sterling, Virginia car rentals

Find great deals below on a variety of popular rental car types in Sterling, Virginia

Ford Fiesta

or similar Small

C$ 52/day

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Ford Focus

or similar Small

C$ 51/day

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Toyota Corolla

or similar Medium

C$ 54/day

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Nissan Quest

or similar Van

C$ 100/day

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Jeep Grand Cherokee L

or similar SUV

C$ 97/day

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Audi A4

or similar Luxury

C$ 83/day

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Toyota Tacoma

or similar Pickup Truck

C$ 73/day

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Class Premium SUV

or similar SUV

C$ 124/day

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Class Special Car

or similar Category

C$ 57/day

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Toyota RAV4

or similar SUV

C$ 65/day

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Hyundai Kona

or similar SUV

C$ 66/day

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Hyundai Santa Fe

or similar SUV

C$ 67/day

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Cadillac XT5

or similar SUV

C$ 82/day

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Jeep Wrangler Unlimited

or similar SUV

C$ 84/day

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Sterling car rental directory

All major car rental suppliers in Sterling, Virginia

Alamo

8.1

Very good

45 reviews•1 location

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10.0

Wonderful|Sep 2023

The staff was extremely friendly. They resolved an issue with the first car that was provided. Very professional.

8.0

Very good|Jul 2023

good

8.0

Very good|Jun 2023

I reserved a truck but was only given one option at pickup that was not what I expected. Otherwise very quick and easy pickup / drop off, friendly employees, etc

10.0

Wonderful|Nov 2022

Great experience! Everyone professional and friendly. Upgraded to larger vehicle at no extra expense.

10.0

Wonderful|Nov 2022

Helpful, professional and great car

10.0

Wonderful|Oct 2022

Great price

1 out of 15

Dollar

6.8

Okay

60 reviews•2 locations

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8.0

Very good|Aug 2023

I had a bad experience with this particular Dollar and to be honest if i had known it would that the rental would be from dollar I would of cancelled. But to my surprise I had the pleasure of being assisted by Veronica and Gabriel, from the start Veronica was pleasant and professional and she went above and beyond to make sure everything I needed for my rental was done and done with a smile. There was other people in the line waiting and giving up the spot just because they was assisted by her and was willing to spend more time there because they knew she would do a great job. I glanced over at the Hertz team and they all looked grumpy and unpleasant. All in all was a good experience.

2.0

Poor|Jun 2023

People were waiting over 5 hours for a car. We finally have up and hired an Uber.

8.0

Very good|Jun 2023

Experience was good. Car was good, although there was only 3 to choose from.

8.0

Very good|Apr 2023

Drop off was incredibly easy, check-in wasn’t difficult but there was a very long line. However, when we got the car, the front windshield on the driver side had a large, cloudy patch on it (approx. 1 foot x 1 foot or so) which made it difficult to see to drive. I called attention to it when we were driving out of the lot but he just blew it off. I bought Windex to clean it but it was sticky and extremely difficult to remove — and then I was stuck on my trip with glass cleaner I didn't need. While the interior was fine, I really wish they'd rented me a car with a clean windshield or at least cleaned while I was there.

10.0

Wonderful|Apr 2023

Very nice team to check us in and out and we were very happy with the choice of vehicles and how quickly the checkout and checkin process went. The car was clean, quiet and efficient and we have nothing but great things to say about Dollar every step of the way. Thank you for the experience.

6.0

Okay|Apr 2023

Do not pre-pay! canceled flights happen!

1 out of 20

Avis

6.7

Okay

35 reviews•2 locations

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2.0

Poor|Sep 2023

55 minute wait in line to get keys to the car, which had previously been reserved. Low air pressure in tire

2.0

Poor|Feb 2023

I asked for a compact e ded up with a 7 seatwr gas guzzler for me. I am One person . 5 ft tall and barely see over the dash. After flying 29 hours a d arriving at 1030pm the experience wS horrible. The attendant at the desk argued and rebutted my claims my frustration until he had me in tears. The car had damage on it which he refused to come out and notated. After 2 hrs hrs of worthless arguing that I would take it but bring it back in the morning. His answer was "it won't do u no good, we are not going to exchange it. You signed up for a mysterycar. I did not. Between Kayak , priceline and Avis I was assigned a mystery car but I had clicked on a Compact. In the end it was now 2 hrs later, I was angry frustrated and exhausted. I took it but not before taking my own photos Horrid experience.

8.0

Very good|Dec 2022

We were the first people there and there was issues about which car was ours and it took an hour to finally get us a car.

10.0

Wonderful|Nov 2022

Avis can clean better their cars, they are ALWAYS dirty.

4.0

Mediocre|Nov 2022

The car was comfortable and clean. The price quoted online and the price given at pickup dramatically different. You are stuck in the middle of nowhere. No choice but to pay. But never again.....

6.0

Okay|Jun 2022

Rental cars very expensive. Pickup clerk was not very friendly. Car smelled of marijuana.

1 out of 12

Budget

6.1

Okay

55 reviews•2 locations

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2.0

Poor|Jan 2024

The rental car was absolutely disgusting inside when I picked it up. There was a plug in the tire that eventually leaked and left me stranded on the side of the road for a short while. The windshield washer fluid broke and we could not clean the windshield during a snow storm so the salt got all over the windshield and we could barely see. Worst rental cars experience I've ever had by far.

2.0

Poor|Aug 2023

Waited over an hour and a half to pick up my car. The office was not well air conditioned. Was standing in line the whole time. Quite tiring after a long fight. Also the bus shuttle from the airport took a long time to arrive. (Four Alamo buses had passed during my wait.)

10.0

Wonderful|Jun 2023

Customer Service Agent was very helpful and friendly.

8.0

Very good|Jun 2023

Long line to pick up car

2.0

Poor|Jun 2023

Car was very dirty and had strong odor of cigarette smoke. Told staff at counter but did not offer a different car, despite the full inventory.

10.0

Wonderful|May 2023

The DC Branch of the Budget / Avis counter is a top notch crew. They got slammed with a steady stream of busloads coming in over 2023 Mother's Day Weekend and it overwhelmed the lobby but the team did a fantastic job managing the crowd and getting everyone into wheels and on their way. Outstanding team at that branch.

1 out of 19

Thrifty

6.1

Okay

50 reviews•2 locations

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10.0

Wonderful|Oct 2024

Good

10.0

Wonderful|Aug 2023

Best value car rental option at IAD so I didn't expect much. Instead the staff was very helpful. Special mention to Luke Luwis who provided me with exceptional customer service, including leaving his post to personally check on my preferred EV rental. I was really impressed by his going above and beyond his responsibility. Great job!

2.0

Poor|Jul 2023

It was the worst car rental experience I have ever had. They couldn’t provide any car for me during the pick up day saying they had no available cars,

4.0

Mediocre|Jun 2023

Car was amazing. The process and price for rental was simply not good. Very confusing process, very expensive and unexplained charges/fees. Could have been so much better.

2.0

Poor|May 2023

Choice of car was exceptionally misleading

4.0

Mediocre|May 2023

Thirfty did not have any cars available when I arrived. They were going to give me a Camaro but I honestly don't know how people drive those things. Having my wife and toddler with me just made it a hard no. After some haggling I was given a Ford SUV which was fine.

1 out of 17

National

9.1

Wonderful

2 reviews•1 location

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Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.7

Very good

16 reviews•4 locations

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10.0

Wonderful|Jul 2023

Excellent

10.0

Wonderful|Jun 2023

Customer service was incredible at all levels.

10.0

Wonderful|Dec 2022

Full economy, quick service for both pick-up and drop-off, quiet car. The car had a high-frequency vibration at highway speeds. All tires need to be spin-balanced and alignment checked. Directions for the drop-off point were misleading, with contradicting paperwork giving a street address in one place and terminal in another. Enterprise was in a different location than most of the other agencies (poor signage didn't help).

8.0

Very good|Oct 2022

I have no complaints. Merely, I ask that a car freshener be placed in the glove compartment.

10.0

Wonderful|Aug 2022

the staff at the office was very friendly and helpful, there was an issue with my credit card magnetic stripe and they worked hard to resolve the issue. the car was clean, there were several different models to choose from and the pickup and return process was very convenient

2.0

Poor|Jul 2022

Would not honor the reservation when we arrived. Did not have vehicle available.

1 out of 6

Hertz

7.3

Good

3 reviews•1 location

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Driving with a rental car in Sterling - FAQs

Learn everything there is to know about renting a car in Sterling so you can be properly prepared for your next trip

Is there a fee to cancel my Sterling, Virginia car rental?

The majority of the Sterling car rental agencies that we partner with do not have a cancellation fee. This means that if your plans change unexpectedly, many car rental centres in Sterling such as Dollar, Alamo, and Avis often offer cancellation free of charge based on when you booked.

What is the speed limit in Sterling, Virginia?

The speed limit in Sterling is 40 km/h, unless otherwise stated on road signs. Sterling also has a suburban speed limit of 120 km/h which is strictly enforced. If you find yourself on a highway in Sterling, be aware that the speed limit is generally 120 km/h.

What car rental company has the Jeep Compass in Sterling?

Hertz is the most popular car rental company offering Jeep Compass rentals in Sterling. The cost to rent the Jeep Compass from Hertz is C$ 156/day on average.

What is the weather like in Sterling, Virginia, VA in July?

During the month of July the average temperature in Sterling is 24 °C and the expected precipitation is 94 mm. This information is useful for travellers looking for a car rental in Sterling.

Is the weather in Sterling similar to the rest of Virginia?

The climate in Virginia during July is usually 25 °C with an expected 112 mm of precipitation throughout the month. Those looking to rent a car and leave from Sterling on a road trip to the surrounding area should take note of this information.

When did momondo last update prices for cars in Sterling?

Prices for cars in Sterling were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for cars in Sterling?

As of July 2025, there are 23 operators available to choose from for cars in Sterling.

How old do you have to be to hire a car in Sterling?

The minimum age for drivers varies by country, including Sterling. In many EU countries drivers must be 18 years old. As a rule, you’ll need to be 21 to hire a car abroad, and a young driver surcharge may be applied if you are under 25. We recommend reading through the policy of your chosen rental company before booking.

What documentation or ID do you need to rent a car in Sterling?

To rent a car in Sterling, all drivers must present a valid full driving license. If the license is written in a language other than the language of the country of rental, an International Driving Permit may be required to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you're renting a car abroad, you may also need to provide evidence of your return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We always recommend that you verify with the specific rental company you're booking with.

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to book a car rental in Sterling?

Booking a car rental in Sterling via momondo could save you time and money. momondo provides you with a wide selection of options and cars as we search thousands of car rental websites and locations to enable you to make the best choice for your trip.

How does momondo help me find the best car rental deal in Sterling?

momondo helps you find the best car rental deal in Sterling by allowing you to filter results by price, capacity, car features, drop off, pick-up location and many more.

Does momondo show car rental deals in Sterling with free cancellation?

Free cancellation is a policy that can be filtered on momondo car rental searches for Sterling and all other locations. Availability may vary by location.