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2.0

Cons:Rented three different cars from Budget over Christmas holiday - all three had major mechanical issues. The battery on the first one died, leaving me stranded.Reviewed 28 Dec. 2020

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4.0

Cons:They did not produce a complete receipt even after being emailed afterwards and overcharged.Reviewed 24 Jul. 2016

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2.0

Cons:Didn't give back my 9 dollars insurance feeReviewed 13 Feb. 2017

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8.4

Pros:Not being pressured to get a bunch of extrasCons:Employee was late to the pick up desk, when not opening until 8 am was already later than I would have liked (I had to drive to Boston that day)Reviewed 29 Nov. 2017

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3.6

Cons:Desk agent was painfully unhelpful. I was the only person at the counter and waited 45 minutes for a car.Reviewed 4 Nov. 2018

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10.0

Pros:The auto was close at the airport, clean, and ready to go.Cons:N/AReviewed 27 May 2020

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9.2

Pros:Staff was very helpful in difficult circumstances given the power was off at the airport due to a major storm. They still processed my rental and got me on the road quickly.Cons:The price. Maybe a fare for renting by the week.Reviewed 16 Aug. 2020

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7.2

Good In-Transit, Poor in Pick-UpPros:Car was clean Great Gas Mileage Plenty of Space for a small car USB ChargerCons:Reservation started at 8 am. Got there at 8:04 am. They didn't have the care ready till 8:30 am - which caused me to be 20+ minute late to the event I got the car for.Reviewed 15 May 2017

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10.0

Pros:Friendly staff. Free upgrade to a fun to drive car as they had no other vehicle!Reviewed 15 Mar. 2021

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4.4

Pros:The staff was friendly!Cons:The car conditionsReviewed 9 Sep. 2020

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2.8

Pros:The car reeked of smoke - smell got in my hair and on all of my stuff. I want a refund.Cons:Car hadn't been properly cleaned. The smoke smell was awful.Reviewed 4 Jul. 2020

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6.0

Pros:Car interior was clean.Cons:Exterior of car showed minor damage that was not mentioned during pick-up, requiring a return trip to the desk to document. Front right tire was 7 psi low, causing warning light on dashboard to illuminate.Reviewed 22 Dec. 2020

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• Has the Budget rental car policy in Charlottesville changed because of Coronavirus (COVID-19)?

  As the situation changes with coronavirus (COVID-19) Budget will continually update its policies accordingly. Please contact Budget directly for the latest information. You can find up-to-date information on the coronavirus response of Budget here: Coronavirus (COVID-19) update from Budget

• What is the most popular rental car from Budget in Charlottesville?

  Standard (Mitsubishi Galant or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type from Budget in Charlottesville.

• How many car rental locations does Budget have in Charlottesville?

  Budget has 2 rental locations in Charlottesville. Take a look at our Budget rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.

• Does Budget have a car rental location at the airport: Albemarle airport (CHO)?

  Yes

• Does Budget offer shuttle or airport pick-up services from Albemarle airport (CHO)?

  Yes