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Colorado Springs is the second most populous city in the state of Colorado, located in the center of the state about 61 miles south of the state capitol in Denver. The city sits over a mile above sea level, with some areas significantly higher, near the base of Pikes Peak. Voted the number one best big city in Money Magazine's "Best Places to Live", what began as a resort community is now a modern city home to a business and commerce center as well as many parks, bike trails, urban open-area spaces, theatres and other entertainment. A Colorado Springs rent a car is a great way to get around this popular tourist area, nearby Denver, and the beautiful natural backdrop of the Rocky Mountains. Look for great deals on Colorado Springs car rentals and use your savings to explore all the attractions and activities that the area has to offer.

Colorado Springs car rentals are available downtown (usually for better rates than those at the airport) from Alamo, Budget, National, Enterprise, Hertz, Avis, Thrifty, and Dollar. Try Enterprise and Alamo for the best deals. If you fly into Colorado Springs Municipal Airport (COS), rentals are provided in terminal by Enterprise, Alamo, National, Budget, Hertz, and Avis. Try Enterprise for the lowest rates, followed by Alamo and National. If you fly into nearby Denver International Airport (DEN), rentals are provided via complementary shuttle by E-Z Rent a Car, Advantage, Payless, Enterprise, Dollar, Thrifty, Budget, and Alamo. Try E-Z for the cheapest rates, followed by Advantage and Payless.

You must present a valid driver's license and credit card issued in your name at most rental car agencies (although some will take a cash deposit depending on a credit check), along with proof of insurance if you decline the vendor's coverage options. Usually age requirements for a Colorado Springs rent a car are 21 for compact and economy cars, 25 for all others, and an additional young driver charge may apply for anyone under 25 (select agencies will rent to qualifying individuals over 18 for an additional fee).