National Car Rental

4.5
3998 reviews

About

Car Rental Agency
Skip the counter when you rent a car with National in Charlotte. Choose any car in the aisle and manage your car rental right from the National app with Emerald Club. Bring balance to business travel and book your National Car Rental in Charlotte today!

Location

National Car Rental
5489 R C Josh Birmingham Pkwy, Charlotte, NC
28214, United States

Hours

Reviews

4.5
3,998 reviews
5 stars
3,093
4 stars
392
3 stars
170
2 stars
123
1 star
220

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Customer Service

Staff are consistently described as friendly, helpful, and professional, with several employees receiving specific praise for their exceptional service.

Cleanliness

While many customers reported clean vehicles, there were notable instances of dirty cars being provided, which led to disappointment.

Efficiency

The rental process is frequently noted as quick and efficient, with smooth check-in and drop-off experiences.

Vehicle Selection

Customers appreciate the variety of vehicles available, although some expressed dissatisfaction with the condition and availability of certain cars.

Overall Satisfaction

Most reviews reflect a positive overall experience with National Car Rental, highlighting it as a preferred choice for many customers.
  • MC
    Matt Curtin
    3 days ago
    1.0
    The car was ok however I was charged for half gallon of gas. $2.52. I filled the car up just outside the airport until the pump shut itself off. I don't know how it was calculated to be a half gallon low but since this is not a reimbursable expense my travel expense claim was denied and returned. This is very frustrating. The gas gauge was on full. What system are you using to calculate the amount and why are you not explaining this when the car is rented.
  • JS
    Joshua Schroeder
    5 days ago
    5.0
    When I flew into CLT for a work trip I was expecting to just pick up whatever car and go about my work trip BUT Alonzo hooked me up!! He sold me on an upgrade and really took care of me! The customer service is exceptional and everyone should take notes!!! Thank you, Alonzo for your help!!
  • MO
    mark ogren
    6 days ago
    5.0
    EVERYTHING was positive in this rental experience through National, the reason they are my rental choice! Only suggestion - as good as the quick turnaround of the vehicles is and the EASE of rental and selection - making sure the windows and mirrors are clean is important with any vehicle.
  • KK
    Karan Khokar
    Nov 17, 2025
    3.0
    I have Executive level but I get the same cars as normal Emerald, so renting cars for so long to get to Executive level doesn't have any benefits really. It also depends on the agent on site - they may allow you a free upgrade or may not. Some agents are nice and kind, and some are not easy to deal with as they don't allow any requests to be made. Average experience and I hope it was outstanding.
  • DB
    Duke Bednarke
    Nov 12, 2025
    4.0
    Normally National does a great job and the car choices are great. We got a car that didnt have the wiper blade attached. And it did indeed rain… ill spare the rest of the details of the story. Customer service responded well to us by giving us a discount on this car and promising a discount on the next. Customer service definitely turned a 2/3 star into a 4 star.

Frequently Asked Questions About National Car Rental

What types of car rentals does National Car Rental in Charlotte offer?

National Car Rental Charlotte offers economy, luxury, and standard car rentals, allowing you to choose the vehicle that best suits your needs.

Where is National Car Rental located in Charlotte?

It is located at 5489 R C Josh Birmingham Pkwy, Charlotte, NC 28214, USA.