Electric-vehicle return battery requirements vary by company. Budget's published U.S. terms contain specific thresholds, but your actual contract controls.
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Before you rely on a policy
Amounts and eligibility can change by branch, vehicle, card, and booking. A pending hold is different from a settled charge.
What to check first
- Photograph the battery percentage at return.
- Read the exact threshold and exception language.
- Request an itemized recharge calculation.
Documented policy examples
These examples are scoped to the condition shown; they are not default U.S. prices.
| Policy point | Applies when | Amount / status | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| EV returned >10% and <70%verified scoped | Vehicle: EV; Soc gt: 10; Soc lt: 70 | $35 | Official policy ↗ |
| EV returned <10%verified scoped | Vehicle: EV; Soc lt: 10 | $70 | Official policy ↗ |
| EV returned exactly 10%boundary ambiguous | Vehicle: EV; Soc eq: 10 | Confirm with location | Official policy ↗ |
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Check the Budget EV threshold
Enter the return battery percentage. The result applies only where the cited Budget EV term governs.
How to check your own rental
- Open the company policy and your pickup location terms.
- Match the card, age, vehicle, location and reservation type.
- Get a complete quote and save it with your agreement.
Common questions
The right answer depends on your exact booking and signed agreement.
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Official sources
- Rental terms ↗ www.budget.com · reviewed 2026-11-02
Research checked 2026-11-02. Pickup terms and signed agreements can change. Verify your booking details before paying.
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