Candace Baker, Car Insurance Writer
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Yes, Geico policyholders get car rental discounts of as much as 20% to 50% from popular agencies like Enterprise, Alamo, Hertz, and National Car Rental. The exact discount amount depends on what you need from your rental—the type of car, length of time, pick up and drop off details, and so on. You’ll probably have to provide your Geico policy number to get the deal, too.
Companies Offering Geico Rental Car Discounts
| Rental Company | Geico Customer Discount |
| Enterprise | up to 50% |
| Alamo | up to 20% |
| Hertz | varies, use code 1113058 |
| National Car Rental | up to 20% |
Can I Use Geico’s Insurance for My Rental Car?
If you have liability, comprehensive, or collision coverage on your Geico policy, they will transfer to your rental car. Your rental car will have the same coverage limits as your personal car. As long as the car you’re renting is of similar value to your own, you can probably skip the rental company’s coverage. You’ll also want to pass on rental insurance at the counter if you plan to use a credit card as secondary coverage.
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How does GEICO rental reimbursement work?
GEICO rental reimbursement pays for the cost of a rental car after the policyholder's vehicle is damaged by a covered cause, such as an accident. Rental car reimbursement insurance from GEICO usually costs less than $10 per month, and drivers can purchase a limit of up to $75 per day $2,250 per claim.
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