How to Use Turo to Rent a Car from Owners

Rent a car from a local owner — often cheaper than Hertz or Enterprise and with more vehicle choices.

In this guide (5 steps):

1.Sign up and verify your license
2.Search for a car
3.Read the owner's reviews
4.Pick a protection plan
5.Meet the owner and inspect the car

Sign up and verify your license

~15s

Download the Turo app or go to turo.com. Create an account and upload a photo of your driver's license. Turo checks your driving record, which takes a few minutes to a few hours.

Search for a car

~15s

Enter the city or airport where you need the car, your pickup date, and drop-off date. Filter by car type, price per day, and pickup location.

Read the owner's reviews

~15s

Tap any car to see photos, the daily rate, and reviews from past renters. Stick with owners who have 4.8 stars or higher and at least 20 trips — they are more reliable.

Pick a protection plan

~15s

Turo will ask you to choose a protection plan (like rental car insurance). The Premier plan costs more but covers damage with no deductible. Check whether your own car insurance or credit card already covers rentals first.

Meet the owner and inspect the car

~16s

At pickup, take photos of all four sides of the car and the dashboard before you drive away. Turo uses these photos if there is a damage dispute later. Return the car on time and with the same gas level to avoid extra fees.

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Turo is like Airbnb for cars — regular people list their cars for rent and you book one for a day or a week. Prices are often lower than traditional rental companies and you can pick unusual vehicles like pickup trucks, convertibles, or electric cars.

You pick up the car from the owner (or at some airports) and drop it back when you are done. Turo handles insurance, payments, and support.

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