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KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in Merced
- Merced car rentals are some of the best travel options within and around the city. The car rental will allow you to visit located about 158 mi from the city and Bakersfield, about 156 mi to the southeast of Merced. If you are planning for a spa treatment, the car rentals in Merced will help you get to the Madonna Inn Resort & Spa, about 142 mi away. Lovers of RV and camping can conveniently travel the 150 mi to the Hornswoggle Group Campground and the Lake of the Springs Thousand Trails.
- If you are landing in the city through the San Jose Airport, you can get car rentals in Merced from the car rental facility. You must go down the escalators to Terminal A’s lower level to access the rental car center. If your arrival airport is the Oakland Airport, the rental car center is located at the Airport’s North field, around 10 minutes from the airport’s terminals. A rental car shuttle runs between the center and terminals once you exit the baggage claim section. Travelers landing at the Fresno Airterminal Airport can access car rental agencies within the airport at the terminal building where their counters are located.
- When driving car rentals in Merced, you should know that pedestrians have the right of way in both marked and unmarked crosswalks. As a safety precaution, ensure you reduce your speed as you approach the crosswalks. You should always be careful and watchful as you drive on the roads as the city has many aggressive drivers. Observe the signs on the roads, whether they are regulatory, guide or warning signs.
- If you plan to drive your rental car in the mornings or evenings, you must consider the city’s rush hours. You are most likely to experience traffic in the morning hours between 7 am to about 10 am as residents head to work. The evening traffic starts at around 4 pm and goes on till 7 pm or even later. The freeways and Highway 49 are mostly affected during these times, and it would be best to avoid them.
- Book your rental car in Merced at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
FAQs about renting a car in Merced
How much is gas price in Merced?
The average gas price in Merced is C$ 5.33 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between C$ 64 and C$ 85, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular rental car in Merced?
Economy (Chevrolet Spark or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Merced.
How can I find car rentals near me in Merced?
Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.
How much does an Economy car rental cost in Merced?
An Economy car rental in Merced costs C$ 85 per day, on average.
What type of car is recommended for driving in Merced?
The best and most recommended vehicle among the car rentals in Merced is the Economy Kia Rio due to the high number of requests made in the city. The car has Bluetooth for audio streaming and a wireless apple car play. The vehicle also comes with outside mirrors that are power heated and headlight control that automatically turns on and off. The Kia Rio comes with a four-cylinder engine with a capacity of 1.6L and an Intelligent Variable Automatic Transmission. The travelers will also enjoy the car’s cruise control settings, and forward collision avoidance assist with pedestrian detection for enhanced safety.
What’s the speed limit in Merced?
If you opt for car rentals in Merced, the city has speed limits that govern how you drive in different locations. Most of the highways in Merced and California have a maximum speed limit of about 65mph. If you are driving on two-lane undivided highways, the maximum speed is 55 mph unless posted. When driving in a business or residential district area, you must maintain a speed of about 25 mph. If you are driving near a school, park or children’s playground, the speed limit is 25 mph and 15 mph if posted. If you are driving in an alley, the speed limit to be observed is 15 mph.
Where are the best places to park in Merced?
Several ample parking spaces for travelers opting for car rentals in Merced offer long-term, short term and hourly parking within the city. Some parking spaces you can conveniently park your car include Amtrack Merced Parking, Hunter Street Parking, DTL Parking LLC and the Central Valley Business Park. You can also park at the 501-599 W 16th St Garage parking lot, 750 Motel Drive Parking, Bellevue Lot, Library Lot Parking and the UC Merced Parking Lot.
Merced car rental reviews and directory
Avis
10.0
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2 reviewsCleanliness
10.0
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10.0
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10.0
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10.0
One location in Merced
Locations in Merced
1599 West 16th Street
+1 209 722 1689
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2.0 Poor
May 2018
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The booking should have told us there were no cars available.Enterprise Rent-A-Car
7.6
Good
11 reviewsCleanliness
8.0
Comfort
6.8
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.4
Value for money
6.8
2 locations in Merced
Locations in Merced
1334 W. Main
+1 209 722 1600
1636 Carnegie St
+1 209 632 8000
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10.0 Wonderful
Mar. 2024
2.0 Poor
Dec. 2023
10.0 Wonderful
Jan. 2021
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Everything.Cons:
I can’t think of anything.10.0 Wonderful
Sep. 2020
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Super quick and easy pickup and dropoff10.0 Wonderful
Dec. 2016
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They were very helpful and kind2.0 Poor
Mar. 2023
Hertz
7.0
Good
11 reviewsCleanliness
10.0
Comfort
9.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.0
Value for money
7.0
4 locations in Merced
Locations in Merced
1460 Atlanta Court
+1 209 668 9477
2440 N Golden State Blvd
+1 209 668 9477
830 I St
+1 209 827 0133
945 Martin Luther King Jr.way
+1 209 722 4200
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4.0 Mediocre
Nov. 2021
10.0 Wonderful
Apr. 2021
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everything was greatCons:
they should wash their vehicles and vacuum them prior to renting them.8.0 Very good
Oct. 2018
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Rental process ok.Cons:
That the whole office goes to lunch at the same time so you have a long pick up wait.8.0 Very good
Jun. 2018
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Very friendly people2.0 Poor
Mar. 2018
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Nothing. Didn't get to actually rent the vehicleCons:
I was stuck in traffic from 2 hours and tried to have my reservation transferred over to another location. They kept sending me to different locations in San Jose, CA and none of them had any available. I called the Alameda location and they asked me if it was through or insurance or personal, and if it was prepaid. I told them it was rented by me and prepaid and they said that they didn't have cars available (without checking) and I asked why and then they put me on hold and hung up on me. I tried calling back a least 5 times from two different numbers and they refused to pick up. Worst car rental customer service ever.10.0 Wonderful
Sep. 2016
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Fast and friendlyBudget
6.5
Okay
16 reviewsCleanliness
5.5
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6.5
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5.0
Value for money
7.5
2 locations in Merced
Locations in Merced
1599 West 16th Street
+1 209 383 3804
20 Macready Drive
+1 209 722 0147
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10.0 Wonderful
May 2021
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Staff was amazing price was worth it..car was 100 goodCons:
If i could keep the car forever5.6 Fair
May 2018
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A lot of extra fees from kayak because they don’t explain you’re doubling up insurance if you accept it on the site. It doesn’t covers much eather10.0 Wonderful
Feb. 2018
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Clerk was helpful and friendlyCons:
I was hoping it was cheaper. ;-)6.0 Okay
Dec. 2017
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The tires were really loud.10.0 Wonderful
May 2017
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Excellent customer service. Great ride. The car was new and clean.Cons:
None10.0 Wonderful
Mar. 2017
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Pick up and drop off was quick and easy. The car was great. Fantastic gas mileage. Everything worked perfectly. Couldn't be more satisfied.Easirent
4.6
Mediocre
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One location in Merced
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