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Chevrolet Spark
2022
•4.85
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Honda Accord
2017
•4.93
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Chevrolet Spark
2021
•4.88
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Kia K4
2025
•4.57
(7)

Subaru Impreza
2024
•5.0
(6)

Subaru Impreza
2022
•5.0
(6)

Kia Forte
2023
•5.0
(18)

Ford Focus
2017
•4.97
(36)

Kia Forte
2021
•5.0
(12)

Discover car rental on Turo and sail through the summery paradise of Hilo, Hawaii in a comfortable, reliable vehicle – the best way to explore the Big Island and beyond. Black sand beaches, majestic waterfalls, tranquil mountains, and lush gardens are just some of the sights to see in this dreamy corner of the world.
As many activities on the Big Island are only accessible by car, securing a rental vehicle is the best way to maximize your time in Hawaii. You'll have your pick of palm-lined streets and secluded ocean roads to explore when you rent a car in Hilo on Turo. Simply choose the vehicle that suits your travel style, then pick it up from a convenient nearby location like Hilo International Airport or the city center.
On Turo, renting a car in Hilo is easy. Browse cars online, choose your preferred pickup location, book your car, and get on the road sooner. With pickup locations all across Hilo, Hawaii and beyond, you'll be able to find the perfect car for whatever you have planned.

Enter a date and location in Hilo, HI (or beyond), filter to find the best car for you, and read reviews from previous renters.

Rent a car nearby or get one delivered to various destinations, including many airports, train stations, hotels, or maybe even your home.

Your host sends you pickup details, and you’re all set to hit the roads of Hilo, HI! If you have questions, you can easily chat with your host or contact support.
The host, the car, and the whole Turo experience was 10/10. The price was fantastic and the whole experience was seamless. We had weird hours we wanted to leave and return the car that would not have worked with a car rental agency, but Angel and Turo made the whole process easy and seamless. I’m a bigger guy so I was worried about how comfortable the car would be and it was perfect. The great ride made our whole vacation possible and comfortable. I really appreciated the vehicles safety features too!
The Nissan Altima was great. Good mpg, clean, lots of power, great response time. The car needed to be picked up at an off site location called, economy car rental at 2367 India street. A proximity 2 1/2 miles from the airport. You will need to find a ride to their location. The price of taxi will be $30, however we took the free shuttle to the car rental center then walked 20 minutes the rest of the way. The team at this location did a great job, fast, friendly, polite, and after returning they able to offer a ride back to the airport. We would rent this Altima again, and I would recommend this vehicle.

Easy pick up and drop off. Car was very clean inside. A/C blows super cold even when it's 100 degrees out!! The windows are not tinted so I suggest bringing your own sun shades if you are going to be parked anywhere but the shade in the summer. Luckily I had those and that made my trip much better. The flip down visors do have the extenders to help block sun while driving thankfully. Charging prices are comparable to current gas prices - about $45 to get 250 miles of charge over a few sessions which is the same as I get from a full tank in my Toyota Yaris. This car DOES have the CHAdeMO fast charge input so it's 30-50 seconds per mile to charge depending on the fast charger & whether you're running the car (AC/radio) or it's fully off. Radio speakers were a little blown out so I had to adjust some settings to listen to my audiobooks but it was easy to do. I had no problem driving from the pickup spot to Kyle, then to the airport, and back into town without needing a charge which was about 90 miles, mostly highway. Just like any Turo rental make sure to take your own photos at pickup and drop off since scratches and such aren't usually documented after every drive by the car owners which seems standard in my experience. Overall a great deal, best price in town especially for a last minute rental. I requested the rental at 9pm on a Tuesday after my personal car died and was able to get this the next morning with no issue. Will definitely keep them in mind when I need a rental near by. Thanks again!

I love the rental cars from Mohammed. He and his staff is friendly and helpful. The cars are small and good at gas. I would suggest anyone to rent a car with Mohammed.

I had an excellent experience renting from this host and would highly recommend them to anyone looking for a reliable and smooth car rental experience. The vehicle was extremely clean, well-maintained, and exactly as described in the listing. Communication was outstanding from start to finish. The host was friendly, professional, responsive, and made both pickup and drop-off incredibly easy and convenient. The car drove perfectly and made my trip stress-free and enjoyable. It’s clear the host takes great care of both their vehicles and their customers. I truly appreciated the attention to detail and overall professionalism throughout the rental process. I would absolutely rent from this host again in the future and highly recommend them to others looking for a top-quality rental experience.
Rented this last minute because my Mom didn't tell me until the day before my trip that she had no car. Was pretty easy for the most part. Finding the shuttle at the airport for the car rental area, was a little difficult for me. But you can always ask someone at the airport. Then I followed Turo given directions to the car. It's outside of the rental area but still easy to find because the lot is literally labeled "Turo." As for the car, I DID NOT MIND these "problems" with the car at all, but you should be informed that the car: Cons - Smelled INTENSELY LIKE WEED. I tried to spray it with multiple Febreze, etc. It helped but it still stinks a bit. - The car door lock was extremely finicky, you must PRESS AND HOLD the button it seems. - Crumbs in the backseat (no big deal) - Not sure but seems like occasional light scraping sound sometimes when driving around on normal road. - Not a problem per se, but just know the car has quite a bit of scratches compared to other Turo rentals. Just be sure to document as much as you can. Pros - Good Value for the price - ICE COLD A/C. (Although I visited in winter, so idk how it holds up to the Vegas heat, but again better than my childhood cars with zero A/C) - Pretty quiet car overall (I mention the scrape for the owner to consider getting it checked out, but nothing to make you feel embarrassed while driving.) Overall, I grew up poor, and this car was much better than most of the ones of my childhood, so I didn't mind at all. Just tried my best to document them that's all. But anyone renting who these things might bother should be aware of it. Anyways, thank you so much Nick!!! I would definitely rent again!

Easy pickup and drop off, saved us when the car rental companies ran out of cars at the airport.

Andre was great, the car was somewhat still dirty, dust, dirt, what appeared to be cigarette ashes, animal hair, sticky spills around the cup holders in the center console and the door panels. Crumbs and dust/dirt left in the door handles and cubby's. In the center console cup holders and cubbys. On the top of the dashboard, around the steering column and gauges. Sticky dusty windows and stereo buttons. Rear view mirror had sticky smudges on it. All the windows inside were dusty and dirty with smudges and idk what really.. the car had a bad smell of animals like dogs, and faint cigarette smell.. however as I got further into my trip I got used to it and wasn't bothered by it anymore. A lot of these issues honestly didn't bother me very much. I was more worried of being blamed for them when I returned the car. Unfortunately I was put behind schedule due to a passenger side headlight and passenger side tail light being burned out. However upon informing andre, he was very quick with a solution to take the car to valvoline where they were able to repair the lights before I left for my trip. If I wasn't already running late It wouldn't of bothered me. Andre was also very quick to reimburse me the whole price of the repairs immediately upon me sending him the receipt of the work.. I very much appreciated that! I also appreciate that instead of canceling my trip Andre worked out a way to have the lights fixed with no trouble of my own. He was always quick to respond to all of my very long messages full of questions. This is my first time using turo and I did not know the ins and outs of the rental process. He was able to guide me threw every step all while being polite and keeping his patience with me! Hah. I ended up running behind schedule on my way back as well and was surprised how simple and easy it was to change the return time from noon to after 9 p.m. all without adding any fees to my bill! That was very helpful of andre to allow me to do. I also ended up being a little passed my return time due to vacuuming the car and dusting everything to my best ability. So that andre wouldn't have to deal with someone else's mess and the next person who rents the vehicle will not have to worry about it either. I had no issues with doing that for him after he was so helpful with me! The vehicle was a little different then what im used to. But in no time I settled in with the car and had a very enjoyable trip! I would forsure rent another vehicle from andre in the future due to how well he accommodated me on this trip. Even tho the car had the mess, that was not andre, But left over from previous renters. He even made sure to have a snow brush and ice scraper in the car for me. But unfortunately the previous renters also took that with them. Im sure there will be a new one for the next person who rents the car because thats how much andre cares about his customers !! 5 stars for andre !!! Whoever returned his vehicle like that should be ashamed and think about how it would feel if someone treated your things the same way! Once again THANK YOU andre! I will reach out to you next time I need to rent a car.. I appreciate all your help thru the process! I appreciate your professionalism and quick responses to all my questions and thank you for making sure the vehicle was 100% good to go for me before I left and wouldn't of been able to fix it. 5 of 5 stars for andre !!

My credit card wasn’t working for some odd reason and rental companies wouldn’t let me rent a car so I booked this Turo last minute and it was a reasonable price for five days. I will do it again when I come back to Vancouver in August.
Excellent 1st experience using Turo. The host was very responsive and timely. The vehicle was in great condition and rode very well. The price was a good deal and would definitely use this again as opposed to a major car rental facility. It was a simple process overall and very straightforward.

The host, Tadeh was exceptional. The very best in customer service. I had the best experience with renting from Tadeh. Everything was so easy; Tadeh was super accommodating, very kind, he went way above and beyond what I reasonably expected. Tadeh is a thousand times better than AVIS, HERTZ, Enterprise, Thrifty, Budget, Dollar, and all the major car rental. Tadeh gave me the best deal; the major car rentals do not come close; I saved a lot of money. The car was great, very good on the gas mileage; and very clean. Tadeh made sure pick-up location was very convenient for me, Tadeh drove the car to where I was; it’s the best. Tadeh also picked up the car when I was done and again made sure it was convenient for me. I am very grateful for this. Once I return from my deployment, absolutely renting from Tadeh again; will be telling all my friends and colleagues. This is just amazing customer service. I am very appreciative for everything. THANK YOU
Kiara had great communication throughout the rental process , the car was amazing , clean and comfortable. Rental was a great price as well. I'll be happy to rent from Kiara again in the future.

Good Morning 🌞 Yall! This Car was Amazing! I was able to go see my older Son's College Graduation during the week. The Car rental process was amazing and an easy process. I would definitely rent this Car again!!
“10/10 experience. I rented the car for a week and the total came out to around $400, which was an amazing price for a brand new 2026 vehicle. The entire process was incredibly easy from start to finish. Pickup and drop-off were smooth and convenient, and I loved that I didn’t have to physically meet or talk to anyone. The key was waiting in a lockbox by the window, which honestly made the experience even better for me. The car itself was spotless, smelled clean, and drove perfectly. It was also amazing on gas — I drove all the way through Saturday and the tank was only halfway. The host responded quickly to messages and was super helpful the entire time. Overall, this was one of the easiest and best rental experiences I’ve had. I would absolutely rent from them again and honestly would choose this over Enterprise or Hertz any day

Carma definitely restored my faith in Tullamarine car rental companies. Hannah was super friendly. Pick and drop off was a breeze. Car got 700kms on one tank. No complaints at all. Thanks team!
A great car and definitely attentive host. I really appreciate that- Leon was great. So glad I went this route to rent a car vs going to a commercial car rental place. So much more personable. Would definitely recommend working with Leon!
Rent a car and explore Hilo, HI
Made significantly easier to traverse with a car rental, Hilo is packed full of activities for all kinds of travelers and locals alike. Nature lovers will enjoy adventuring and hiking in blissful Hawaiian landscapes like Akaka Falls State Park, whereas culture seekers can visit the abundance of restaurants, shops, and museums in the area.
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Home to not one but two active volcanoes, Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park is an unmissable 45-minute trip from Hilo. Rising an impressive 13,000 feet above sea level, you'll notice a range of ecological landscapes once you enter the park, including lava fields, rainforests, and alpine tundra. Go for a hike, see Halema‘uma‘u Crater up close, and if you've got time, spend a few days here to take in the park's breathtaking beauty.
A day out in downtown Hilo isn't complete without a trip to the local farmer's market, which boasts a rainbow of fresh tropical fruits and veggies. Try new Hawaiian delicacies or simply pick up some snacks to take with you as you explore the Big Island. There are also crafts, fresh flowers, and more to browse, and, of course, friendly locals to chat with!
Conveniently located within Hilo city limits, Rainbow Falls is a sight to behold for nature lovers. Head there early in the morning to give yourself the best chance of seeing why they call it 'Rainbow Falls' – when the light hits just right, it refracts against the water, creating shimmering colors across the falls. You can also hike to the top of the falls and marvel at the towering ancient banyan trees.

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Get your car delivered right to you or wherever you’re going. Many hosts offer delivery to custom locations or popular points of interest in Hilo, HI, like airports, train stations, and hotels.

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Hawaii is a dream vacation spot, and with its vast open landscapes and rich culture, why wouldn't it be? Make sure you can rely on your wheels as you traverse the Big Island by renting a car on Turo. From pickup trucks to electric luxury SUVs or even the classic Jeep Wrangler – a common sight in Hawaii – local hosts have lots of vehicles to choose from.
Are you celebrating something special during your visit to Hilo? Find a car to match the occasion when you book with Turo. As you browse our car rental marketplace, you'll discover electric luxury sedans like the Tesla Model 3, stylish premium luxury sedans like the BMW M3, and swish extended luxury SUVs like the Ford Flex.
If you're planning on calling Hilo home long-term, you'll need a vehicle to zip around in – and what better way to have your pick of the bunch than with Turo? When you rent a car on Turo, you're guaranteed to receive the vehicle you selected at checkout, meaning you can test drive a model you've got your eye on, or drive your dream car for up to a few months. Choose from diverse options, including the Toyota Tacoma, Chevrolet Spark, and Subaru Outback.
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Get your vehicle delivered right to you or wherever you’re going in Hilo, HI, including Hilo, HI airport. Many hosts offer delivery to custom locations or popular points of interest, like airports, train stations, and hotels. Popular Hilo, HI pickup locations include:
Just a 10-minute drive from downtown, Hilo International Airport (ITO) is a regional hub and one of two airport locations servicing Hawaii island. Despite its size, Hilo Airport can still be busy at times, so instead of navigating the busy airport car rental counter, why not rent a car on Turo? Choose from a selection of reliable vehicles from local hosts, then coordinate your pick up and drop off at the public parking lot at Hilo Intl Airport – it's that easy!
If you're visiting Hilo from Kahului or Kailua-Kona, you may be closer to Waimea-Kohala Airport, a very small regional transit center about an hour away from downtown Hilo. Transiting through this airport should be super speedy, but there's still no harm in saving yourself from the rental car line by booking a vehicle on Turo. You'll have full control over the car you receive – no substitutions or surprises here – and you'll be able to pick it up and drop it off at a pre-arranged location near the airport.
Headed to Hilo through another means of transport or need a rental car to get from A to B as a Hilo local? You'll find a wide range of vehicles ready for collection from the Hilo city center on Turo. Depending on what's available, you'll either pick up your rental car from a landmark or popular accommodation option, or enjoy delivery straight to your door. Then, you'll be ready to hit the roads of Hilo and maximize your time in Hawaii.

Airport pickup made easy
Next time you fly, don’t wait in line and fill out forms — pick your car up at hundreds of popular airports.
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Rather than hustling at the busy terminal curbside, take your time picking up the car at approved parking lots or garages. Check in, load up your luggage, and get comfortable with the car without a big rush.
No lines, no paperwork
Skip the rental car counter at hundreds of popular airports without waiting in line or filling out paperwork. Find and pick up the car with the app and hit the road in no time.
Free cancellation
Cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before your trip starts, unless you opt to receive a non-refundable trip discount when you book. Because life happens and it helps to be flexible when it does.

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Hawai'i is known for its wide-open skies and winding tropical roads. Make exploring them fun, safe, and easy by learning what it's like to drive in the Āloha State, from parking to toll roads and everything in between.
Before you head to any new city, it's good to be aware of the local road rules and driving conditions – and Hilo is no exception! As you drive through the town, be sure to observe road signage, adhere to local speed limits, always wear a seatbelt, avoid using your phone while driving, and yield to pedestrians.
There are also a few road rules that are unique to the state of Hawaii. For example, it's not permitted to use the left-hand lane unless you're overtaking another vehicle. Phones may not be used while driving in Hawai'i.
While the idea of speeding down Hawai'i's many open roads may sound like fun, it's always safest to stick to speed limits. Residential and school zone speed limits in Hilo are usually 25 miles per hour (mph), whereas urban areas and highways carry higher limits (45 mph and 50 mph respectively). Interstate H-1 also has a minimum speed limit of 10 mph below the signposted speed.
As you explore the Big Island by car, you may encounter some remote roads with no access to gas stations or supermarkets. We advise keeping an emergency kit in your vehicle in the event of a breakdown.
Street parking is readily available in Hilo, which means you'll never be far from a spot to drop your rental car. Most street parking is free for at least two hours. If you're looking for something slightly more secure, consider a mall parking lot like the one at Prince Kuhio Plaza.
Unless you're visiting Hilo International Airport or the University of Hawaii at Hilo, it's unlikely you'll have to pay much – if at all – to park your vehicle in scenic Hilo.
Save your pennies – Hilo (and the rest of the state of Hawaii) is completely free from toll roads! Explore all corners of Hawaii without limits.
Nothing says 'freedom' like a full tank! Luckily, gas stations are pretty abundant in Hilo, relative to the town's size and population. Fill up along Kamehameha Ave, Kinoole St, or Kilauea Ave in the Hilo city center, or at one of many outlets (including Texaco and Ohana Fuels) along Mamalahoa Hwy by Hilo Intl Airport.
Electric vehicle charging stations, on the other hand, can be hard to pin down in Hilo. Don't stress – there are still a few in the area, so you won't have to compromise your eco-friendly car rental! Hilo EV charging stations by ChargePoint are located close to Hilo Airport, along Mamalahoa Hwy, Makaala St, and E Kawili St. You'll also find an EV charger within airport grounds on Kekuanaoa St.
Renting a car is imperative in Hilo, if only because of how much there is to see and do! Unlike more populated areas of the US, Hawai'i is still spread out and public transit can be limited depending on where you want to go. Find the perfect vehicle on Turo – a premium luxury SUV or an electric luxury sedan, perhaps – so you can adventure to your heart's content and enjoy a reliable rental experience.
To rent a car on Turo, you must create a Turo account, have a valid driver’s license, get approved to drive on Turo, and be 18 years old or older in the US, 21 years old or older in Australia, or 23 years old or older in Canada.
In the UK, you must be 21 years old or older and have held a UK or EU license for at least one year, or another driver’s license for at least two years. In France you must be 18 years old or older and have held a driver’s license for at least 2 years, longer for certain makes and models of vehicles.
When you’re booking your first trip, you’ll go through a quick approval process by entering your driver’s license and some other information. In most cases, you’ll get approved immediately, and you’ll be set for all future road trips, day trips, and business trips!
Turo accepts valid licenses (not expired, suspended, or revoked) that allow for full driving privileges; this includes driver’s licenses issued outside of the US. Licenses that Turo doesn’t accept in the US include any that have expired, have been altered, are conditional, probational, provisional, or restricted. Learner’s permit/instruction permits are not accepted.
To rent a car on Turo in the US, you must be 18 years old or older.
No, you don’t need personal insurance coverage to rent a car on Turo.
In the US, any personal insurance you may have that covers damage to the host’s vehicle would kick in before your Turo protection plan. When booking a car in the US, you’ll choose between three protection plans — Premier (eligibility requirements apply), Standard, or Minimum — to get the level of protection that’s right for you. On each trip, you’re covered with third-party automobile liability insurance provided under a policy issued to Turo by Travelers Excess and Surplus Lines Company.*
In New York state, you’ll also choose between Premier (if available), Standard, or Minimum. With each plan, you’re covered with liability insurance of $1,250,000.* Protection plans for New York trips also include access to roadside assistance, priority phone support, and 24/7 customer assistance.
You can get discounts and low cost car rental on Turo.
On your Account page, make sure you’ve checked the box to receive email notifications, and enable push notifications from the Turo app in your phone settings — we’ll send you occasional promo codes, discounts, and deals.
Additionally, frequent travelers on Turo can get rewarded with the loyalty bonus — earn a promo code for one bonus day when you take trips totaling 10 days in a 90-day period.
Learn how the loyalty bonus worksYes there is - whether you want to rent a car for three days, three months, or even longer, you can on Turo. You’ll find discounted prices on bookings lasting 3+, 7+, or 30+ days, so you can get the best deals and lowest rates possible by booking longer trips.
See more about promotions & discountsSome hosts offer unlimited distance for a trip; others set a daily distance limit — you’ll need to check on each rental car individually to see if this service is provided. On the vehicle pages, you’ll see the total miles or kilometres you’re allowed to drive under the heading “Distance included.” You can find cars offering unlimited mileage with every trip by using the “Unlimited distance” filter.
Yes, multiple guests can drive the car you rent on Turo, as long as they are all approved to drive. The primary driver (whoever rented the car) can add additional drivers with no fees or additional charges. Only the primary driver can request to add drivers; Turo hosts cannot do it for you. We encourage you to request to add additional drivers before your trip starts, though guests can request to add a driver while a trip is in progress.
To speed up the process, have your additional driver create a Turo account and get approved to drive before you request to add them. All drivers must have a valid driver’s license and meet the age requirements for the car you’ve booked. You can request to add drivers via the “Trips” tab in the Turo app without additional driver charges or extra costs.
The cost of car rental in Hilo can vary depending on car type, booking length, extras, and delivery. For cheap car rental in Hilo, look out for discounts on longer-duration bookings and early bookings.
From full-size luxury sedans to electric luxury SUVs, pickup trucks, compact cars, standard SUVs, and even sleek sports cars, there's lots to discover on the Turo car rental marketplace in Hilo, Hawaii. Popular models include the capable Chevrolet Colorado, the head-turning Jeep Gladiator, the compact Toyota Corolla, and the sophisticated Chrysler Pacifica.
Whether you need a people mover to fit the whole family, something simple to explore the island in, or an impressive sports car for a couple's getaway, you're bound to find it on Turo.