We pre-fill common fee amounts so the calculator works out of the box. Replace these with the exact numbers from your quote or agreement for accuracy.
- Airport concession fee: 10% of base rate
- Toll admin fee: $5.95 per day
- CDW/LDW: $25 per day
- GPS: $13 per day
- Young driver surcharge: $22 per day
- Pre-paid fuel: $60 one-time
- Estimated taxes: 18%
Tip: use your reservation email or counter receipt to fill in exact figures.
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warning Common Hidden Fees
~10-11% surcharge applied to airport rentals
Collision/Loss Damage Waiver
Daily fee to use company transponder, charged even if you don't use toll roads
In-car GPS rental (your phone does this for free)
Age-based daily surcharge, often not shown in advertised price
One-time charge — estimate based on tank size
percent Taxes & Government Fees
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Example Scenario (Illustration Only)
A 4-day rental at $35/day with airport fee, toll admin, and pre-paid fuel, plus 18% tax.
| Line Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Base rate (4 × $35) | $140.00 |
| Airport fee (10%) | $14.00 |
| Toll admin ($5.95/day) | $23.80 |
| Pre-paid fuel | $60.00 |
| Taxes (18%) | $42.80 |
| Estimated total | $280.60 |
Totals are rounded and for illustration only. Replace with your actual fees for accuracy.
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