How I Saved $135 on Hertz Rentals (2026)

Slashing Savannah Rental Costs

A four-day wedding weekend in Savannah shouldn't cost you a kidney in rental fees. But the automated dynamic pricing algorithms jack up weekend rates like clockwork. I cut my total by applying the RentalPerks CDP 2159157 and instantly locked in a 25% reduction off the inflated quote.

Applying the Code and Maximizing Perks

The Hertz reservation portal won't fight you on this one. Right below the pickup location and date fields, click the "Discount/CDP/Club Code" dropdown menu. Punch 2159157 into the CDP input box. This code targets the base rate of the vehicle directly. By shrinking that core number, you automatically reduce the percentage-based airport concession fee tacked on at checkout — that sneaky surcharge scales proportionally, so a lower base means a lower fee across the board.

Pair this with a Hertz Gold Plus Rewards account. You earn points toward free days, and more importantly, you skip the physical counter and head straight to the Gold lot. One thing worth flagging for spring 2026: Hertz has quietly rolled out AI-powered exterior scanners at several return bays — SAV included — that flag micro-scratches invisible to the naked eye and auto-generate $500+ damage claims. Photograph your vehicle bumper-to-bumper at pickup. Timestamped photos on your phone are your only defense against a phantom damage invoice hitting your card two weeks later.

Counter Reality: ID Checks

• RentalPerks (2159157): This leisure code is widely accessible. Gate agents can technically ask for proof of membership, but flashing a digital login on your phone clears it. If you use the Gold aisle, the exit booth attendant rarely bothers.
• State of New York / United Federation of Teachers (1742729 / 2248474): Solid 20% everyday savings, but gate agents are notoriously strict. Use the New York State business code and the exit booth will demand a physical employee badge or official travel orders. No badge, no discount — they'll re-rate you at the walk-up price on the spot.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the 25% discount apply to the EV fleet?

Yes. The CDP scales across most vehicle classes, including Tesla and Polestar models. The discount only hits the rental cost though — not the recharging penalty if you return the EV below 70% charge. That fee is separate and non-negotiable.

What happens to the rate if I drop the car off in Charleston instead of Savannah?

A CDP does not waive the one-way drop fee. Your daily rate stays discounted, but Hertz will manually append a mileage or inter-city return penalty that can easily wipe out everything you saved.