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How Can I Get a Free Budget Car Rental Upgrade?

To begin the booking process for a car rental upgrade, scroll to the top of the page and add in your destination, date, and time. The free upgrade code “UUWZ042” has been prefilled in the form and will automatically apply when you click, “Select my car”.

Upgrade from Intermediate, Standard, or Full-Size

With this coupon you can upgrade any available car from one of the following three Budget car rental groups:

  • Intermediate Car Rental (Group C)- upgrade to a Standard Car Rental (Group D)

  • Standard Car Rental (Group D)- upgrade to a Full-Size Car Rental (Group E)

  • Full-Size Car Rental (Group E)- upgrade to a Premium Car Rental (Group G)

The upgrade will take place during pickup. Book the car with the ideal rate for you and then you’ll receive an upgraded vehicle when you pick up the keys.

Sale Period

Your car rental must be picked up on or before 12/31/2024.

Coupon valid for a one time, one car group upgrade on an intermediate (group C) through a full-size four-door (group E) car.  Maximum upgrade to premium (group G), excluding intermediate SUV (group F).  Offer valid on daily, weekend, weekly and monthly rates only.  The upgraded car is subject to vehicle availability at the time of rental and may not be available on some rates at some times. All taxes, fees (including but not limited to Air Conditioning Excise Recovery Fee, Concession Recovery Fee, Vehicle License Recovery Fee, Energy Recovery Fee, Tire Management Fee, and Frequent Traveler Fee) and surcharges (including but not limited to Customer Facility Charge and Environmental Fee Recovery Charge) are extra. Coupon valid at participating Budget locations in the Contiguous U.S., Canada, U.S. Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico. One coupon per rental.  Coupons cannot be transferred, sold and we reserve the right to change terms anytime at our sole discretion. A 24-hour advance reservation is required.  May not be used in conjunction with any other coupon, promotion or offer. Upgrade will be applied at vehicle pick-up time.  Renter must meet Budget age, driver and credit requirements.  Minimum age may vary by location.  An additional daily surcharge may apply for renters under 25 years old. Fuel charges are extra. Rental must begin by 12/31/2024.