Colorado Springs car hire information
| Pick-up location | Colorado Springs |
|---|---|
| Car types | Compact, Economy, Full-size, Intermediate, Intermediate SUV, Luxury, Pick-up truck, Standard, Standard SUV |
| Hire locations | 29 |
| Airport locations | 10 |
| Popular agencies | Budget, Avis, Alamo, Dollar |
Cheap car rentals in Colorado Springs
| Economy | $123/day |
| Compact | $105/day |
| Intermediate | $130/day |
| Standard | $138/day |
| Full-size | $145/day |
| Luxury | $187/day |
| Pick-up truck | $164/day |
| Intermediate SUV | $158/day |
| Standard SUV | $168/day |
Top tips for hiring a car in Colorado Springs
- Probably the most iconic natural attraction of Colorado are the Rocky Mountains. Colorado Springs is nestled on the eastern side and a hire car puts travelers within a 2.5 hours’ driving distance of the popular Rocky Mountain National Park. When coming to this city, visiting the park is a must and there is no easier and better way to do it than with your own car.
- Colorado Springs Airport is about 12 miles from the city and offers various car hire agencies like Alamo, Budget, and Enterprise. Conveniently pick up a hire car from one of the many counters located in the baggage claim area and start your time in Colorado Springs with ease. Signs indicate the way out of the airport and via the Hancock Expressway and travelers will be in Colorado Springs within 20 minutes.
- Colorado Springs is popular for its many scenic routes, yet there are some passes that are very narrow and may be a challenge for people who are scared of heights. Driving in the mountains also means adjusting your speed and navigating carefully when coming to such passes, such as the Wolf Creek Pass. Also always opt for a low gear when going up and down the mountain so the brakes don’t overheat. Switch off the air conditioning as well to prevent the vehicle from overheating, as otherwise some functions may not operate properly anymore.
- Driving through Colorado Springs makes for an epic experience, but winter conditions can be severe and bring snow and ice. Make sure the hire car is properly equipped with snow tires and even snow chains. When conditions are very wintery, also carry an emergency kit in the car, including a flashlight, ice scraper, blanket, and some snacks, just in case you get stuck and it takes a while for someone to reach you. Driving in Colorado Springs should be no problem -- as long as you’re properly prepared for it.
- Book your rental car in Colorado Springs at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
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Colorado Springs car rental reviews and directory
Budget
8.3
Very Good
152 reviewsCleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.7
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.5
Value for money
8.1
5 locations in Colorado Springs
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2.0 Poor
Oct 2022
10.0 Wonderful
May 2021
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Pickup at COS was easy for FastBreak members. Bypassed the line, picked up the keys in 30 seconds. The Mazda CX-9 was larger than what we had reserved, which came in very handy. The car was clean and in very good condition. Drop off at COS was super easy--a courteous attendant took the info and within a couple minutes we were inside the terminal.Cons:
The car was a bit pricey ($80/day) and LDW coverage (had I gotten it) would have been another $35/day.10.0 Wonderful
May 2021
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Staff was very friendly and helpful. I will only use budget in the future!!Cons:
All good!2.0 Poor
May 2021
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The agent asked me if I wanted an SUV instead of the sedan I’d originally rented because I had my family with me. He said absolutely nothing about an upcharge, upgrade, or any additional cost. As rental car companies often upgrade for free, I took that to be the situation here. But when we received the bill they’d charged us significantly more for the SUV. We were also three hours late returning the car but they charged us an entire day extra. Never using Budget again.2.0 Poor
Apr 2021
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I reserved a full size car at the airport. My flight was delayed and by time I got to the rental counter no one was around even though they were still supposed to be open. I ended up having to uber from the airport and back in the morning, costing about 2 days worth of the rental car. I finally get the car the next day and it's a Kia Optima, nice car but mid-sized not full size. Then when I return the car at the end of the week, I topped off with gas before returning, I'm charged a $10 fuel surcharge because they say they gave me the car with 18.5 gals of gas and I returned it with 17.6 gals. $10 for 1 gal of gas that I was supposedly less from when I started, when there is no digital gauge in the car to tell me exactly how many gals I have in it when I started. And guess what. The Kia Optima only has a 18.5 gal fuel tank. So it is impossible to return with 18.5 gals because there is no fuel station in the parking lot.2.0 Poor
Mar 2021
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Pick up staff was rude and difficult- will not be back because of manager and older gal we had to deal withShe lied to us drop off member was super nice and helpfulCons:
STAFF that u get what u reserved or at least comparable Vehicles are not chosen for just seating also baggae especially when what u requested are in lot. I will never use COS AIRPORT for rentals again The customer service was horrendous and we are local to COS- hope our visitors are not treated this way.Dollar
7.9
Good
126 reviewsCleanliness
7.8
Comfort
8.1
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.0
Value for money
7.9
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8.0 Very Good
May 2021
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Ease of pick up and drop offCons:
Was hoping for Chrysler style with stow and go seats. Made use difficult but we managed2.0 Poor
Nov 2020
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Didn't get to pick up rental car because they were closed.10.0 Wonderful
Nov 2020
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Friendly staff, convenient on-site (airport) location9.6 Wonderful
Aug 2020
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Instructions on pick up at COS would have been very helpful. We had to make 3 trips around the terminal to get to the correct place to obtain car.2.0 Poor
Aug 2020
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Staff was apologetic.Cons:
There was no rental car available.8.8 Very Good
May 2020
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Smoker was in the car previous to our useAlamo
9.6
Wonderful
73 reviewsBest rated
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.5
Pick-up/Drop-off
9.7
Value for money
9.5
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10.0 Wonderful
Aug 2020
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Staff was very candid and helpful.Cons:
Nothing could have been better.10.0 Wonderful
Aug 2018
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Easy, convenient, no problems10.0 Wonderful
Jul 2018
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Very efficient. Friendly, but one expects that.8.0 Very Good
Jul 2018
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Good car and close, on-airport pickup and drop off.Cons:
Slight wait for a vehicle (~45 min) as they were renting them out as fast as they were being returned.10.0 Wonderful
Jul 2018
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Fast and courteous service10.0 Wonderful
May 2018
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Ease of check in and check out.Cons:
Can’t add a spouse for free.Enterprise Rent-A-Car
8.4
Very Good
99 reviewsCleanliness
8.3
Comfort
8.6
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.3
Value for money
8.4
9 locations in Colorado Springs
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2.0 Poor
Apr 2021
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nothing . our car I booked was not availableCons:
have a vehicle4.0 Mediocre
Mar 2021
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We thought we were renting from the airport location. My mistake, so we took Uber over to the correct place. We were supposed to have a mid-size SUV but when we got there, there was only a Camry and a compact SUV (Ford Escape, I think). We had 5 adults and luggage for skiing, so these were not an option. The staff there was very accommodating and did find a van that was finishing up a repair at a body shop. One of the employees took us to get food during the 45 minutes or so that we waited, so that was nice. I'm not sure the tires on the van were Colorado traction legal. We were traveling from Colorado Springs to Breckenridge. I saw a digital highway sign that Traction Law was in effect, but was not sure what that meant until someone explained later. Made it over the pass near Alma Ok but later that night had to get a push in Breck. Since the law was in effect , the van was required to be 4WD (which it wasn't) or have snow tires, which I don't think it did.Cons:
Getting the right vehicle.10.0 Wonderful
Mar 2021
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Pick up and drop off was fast and easy. I was asked if I needed a ride which was greatly appreciated. I didn't need one this time but I might in the future.10.0 Wonderful
Oct 2020
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The staff was super friendly and helpful. We appreciated the whole experience and will not rent from anyone else.Cons:
We can’t think of anything they could have done better.9.2 Wonderful
Sep 2020
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YesCons:
Car was not very clean inside, considering Covid restrictions. Someone had also smoked in the car, previously.10.0 Wonderful
Sep 2020
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Friendly staff, accommodating drop-off and pick up was easy.Avis
7.7
Good
64 reviewsCleanliness
7.7
Comfort
8.1
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.8
Value for money
7.5
4 locations in Colorado Springs
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10.0 Wonderful
May 2021
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Staff was very friendly and caring for my needs.10.0 Wonderful
Feb 2021
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Nothing, friendly office7.6 Good
Aug 2020
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Vehicle delivered to me with a flat tire, cracked windshield, a dirty interior windshield, and duct tape on the windshield and roof.2.0 Poor
Jul 2020
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Even though AVIS shows cars available on both their website and 3rd party websites they had none available. I had a confirmation number for a reservation and 5 minutes later the called me and said they had zero available for that day! What the heck! You shouldn’t e able to reserve a car if their aren’t any available.10.0 Wonderful
Nov 2019
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I accidentally booked for the wrong day, but the pickup staff was entirely gracious and friendly. They got me a car a day earlier than I had mistakenly scheduled and had me out the door on time.3.6 Poor
Sep 2019
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The staff at Colorado Springs airport was friendly and efficient as well as the customer service representative I spoke with about my extra charges and despite the fact that he couldn't eradicate the excessive charges he was kind and sincere.Cons:
I am aware that Gunnison Airport has few travelers this time of year and was not surprised when there wasn't an agent at the desk when I returned my vehicle, however I was unknowingly charged a $100 cleaning fee and would like an explanation of why at the time I returned the car.Hertz
7.6
Good
89 reviewsCleanliness
7.6
Comfort
7.5
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.5
Value for money
7.2
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2.0 Poor
Oct 2022
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10.0 Wonderful
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10.0 Wonderful
Dec 2021
10.0 Wonderful
Nov 2021
8.0 Very Good
Mar 2021
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Pickup was a good experience. The two employees at the Hertz location were very professionalCons:
I was charged for an additional day. I contacted Hertz at their main number and the agent was friendly and assigned a case number. I have not heard from anyone yet. I called the rental location for help twice. I was told they were too busy to help me out. They never called me back as they promised. Very disappointed with their response.National
10.0
Wonderful
1 reviewCleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
10.0
Value for money
10.0
One location in Colorado Springs
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604 travellers who rented a car in Colorado Springs gave the car agency they used an average rating of 8.1
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