Every car in our fleet includes 200 miles per day, so day trips from Smyrna, GA are easy to plan. Multiply the days you rent by that allowance to see your included miles. Any miles beyond that are billed at a set per-mile rate.
Key takeaways
- Each of our three cars includes 200 miles per day, so a 3-day rental covers 600 included miles.
- Miles past the allowance are billed per mile, so a quick count before you leave saves surprises.
- The Corolla, Elantra and Tucson share the same allowance and overage rate, so the daily rate is the main difference.
- Pickup and delivery details are confirmed on the booking page.
How many miles are included with each car?
Each car includes 200 miles per day. That holds for the 2018 Toyota Corolla, the 2023 Hyundai Elantra and the 2024 Hyundai Tucson. You do not need to pick a car based on mileage, because the allowance is the same across the fleet.
What changes is the daily rate. The Corolla is $50 a day, the Elantra is $60 a day, and the Tucson is $70 a day. Each car has a $250 deposit, which is a hold on your card and separate from the rental total.
The table below puts every car side by side, so you can compare the rate, deposit, included miles and overage in one place. The minimum age to rent is 21 for all three cars.
| Car | Base rate | Deposit | Included miles | Each extra mile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Toyota Corolla | $50 per day; minimum 1 days | $250 | 200 a day | $0.45 |
| 2024 Hyundai Tucson | $70 per day; minimum 1 days | $250 | 200 a day | $0.45 |
| 2023 Hyundai Elantra | $60 per day; minimum 1 days | $250 | 200 a day | $0.45 |
If you are planning a day trip, think of the allowance as a daily budget. One rental day gives you 200 miles to spend however you like. Unused miles on one day do not change the rate, so a quiet day simply leaves room for a longer one.
What happens if you drive past the included miles?
If you go past your included miles, each extra mile is billed at $0.45. That is the rate for the Corolla, and the Elantra and Tucson use the same per-mile charge, shown as $0.45 and $0.45.
The overage only applies to the miles beyond your total allowance. A rental that stays under it adds nothing. A rental that goes over pays the per-mile rate on only the extra miles, not on the whole trip.
The diagram below walks through that decision for the Corolla. You compare the miles you drove with the miles you were given, and only the difference is charged.
In the cost chart's example, 50 extra miles a day are billed at $0.45 each. Small overages stay small, but they add up across a long rental. Keeping a loose count of your driving, especially on the last day, is the easiest way to avoid a bigger bill.
How do the included miles add up over a longer rental?
The included miles scale straight with the days you rent. At 200 miles a day, one day gives you 200 miles, two days give you 400, and three days give you 600. A 4-day rental covers 800 miles, 5 days cover 1000, 6 days cover 1200, and 7 days cover 1400.
The math works the same for every car in the fleet, so you can use one table in your head. Three days at $50 a day in the Corolla, with 200 miles included each day, means 600 miles to use over the whole rental.
The allowance is pooled across the rental, which is useful for day trips. You might drive a short loop on one day and a longer one on another. As long as the total stays under your multiple, you owe nothing extra.
The chart below shows the 1 to 7 day rental total for the Corolla, with and without an example of 50 extra miles a day. It makes the cost of going over easy to see.
Which car suits a longer day of driving?
All three cars carry the same allowance, so the choice comes down to the rate and what you want from the ride. For a long day on the road, comfort and your budget matter more than the mileage.
The 2018 Toyota Corolla is silver and has the lowest daily rate at $50. It suits a solo driver or a pair who want to keep costs down and still have 200 miles a day.
The 2023 Hyundai Elantra is black and sits in the middle at $60 a day. It is a good pick if you want a newer car for a longer stretch behind the wheel.
The 2024 Hyundai Tucson is silver and is $70 a day. It is the newest model in the fleet, so it suits renters who want the most recent year. For a head-to-head look, read our Hyundai Tucson vs Elantra guide.
How do you plan a trip around the allowance?
Start with the number of days, then work out your total allowance. A few simple steps keep you under it.
- Count your rental days and multiply by 200 miles to get your included total.
- List the stops you want to make and rough out the driving for each day.
- Leave a cushion for detours, fuel stops and wrong turns.
- Check your odometer reading at the start and again before your last day.
- Remember the per-mile overage is $0.45 if you do go over.
Pickup and delivery details are confirmed on the booking page, so check there before you plan your first morning. If you want a closer look at one model, our 2018 Toyota Corolla guide covers it in detail.
We at 1 Alpha Charlie Car Rentals keep the allowance the same across the fleet so planning stays simple. Pick your dates, choose a car, and book from the vehicle page.
Common questions
How many miles are included per day on a Smyrna rental?
Each car in our fleet includes 200 miles per day. That covers the Toyota Corolla, Hyundai Elantra and Hyundai Tucson.
How much is the overage charge per mile?
Miles past your included total are billed at $0.45 each for the 2018 Toyota Corolla. The Elantra and Tucson use the same per-mile rate.
How much does the 2018 Toyota Corolla cost per day?
The 2018 Toyota Corolla is $50 a day, with a $250 deposit held on your card. It includes 200 miles per day.
What is the minimum age to rent a car in Smyrna?
The minimum age listed for the Corolla, Elantra and Tucson is 21.
