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Vehicle-backed debt Vehicle Backed Debt Carrying value as of the balance sheet date of debt related to rental vehicles due to third party lenders. Debt Under Vehicle Programs Interest Rate Swaps And Interest Rate Contracts Debt Under Vehicle Programs Interest Rate Swaps And Interest Rate Contracts Debt under vehicle programs, interest rate swaps and interest rate contracts. 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Restructuring Activities Restructuring and Related Activities Disclosure [Text Block] Schedule Of Debt Under Vehicle Programs Schedule Of Debt Under Vehicle Programs Table [Table Text Block] Tabular disclosure of information pertaining to debt instruments under the vehicle program including amounts borrowed and other information necessary to a fair presentation. Schedule Of Contractual Maturities Schedule Of Contractual Maturities On Vehicle Programs Debt Table [Text Block] Tabular disclosure of the combined aggregate amount of maturities for all borrowings for the vehicle program for each of the five years following the date of the latest balance sheet date presented. Schedule Of Available Funding Under The Vehicle Programs Schedule Of Available Funding Under Vehicle Program Table [Table Text Block] Tabular disclosure of information and detail of the capacity, outstanding balances and available funding under the vehicle programs (including related party debt due to Avis Budget Rental Funding). Vehicle Rental Activities [Abstract] Vehicle Rental Activities [Abstract] Rental vehicles Rental Vehicles The cost of vehicles used in rental activities. Less: Accumulated depreciation Accumulated Depreciation Accumulated depreciation recorded through the balance sheet date for vehicles involved in rental activities. Rental Vehicles Net, Total Rental Vehicles Net Rental Vehicles Net Vehicles held for sale Vehicles Held For Sale The recorded value of rental vehicles held for sale, net of accumulated depreciation. Vehicles, net Vehicles Net Total carrying value of rental vehicles classified as program assets not otherwise defined in the taxonomy. 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Stock Based Compensation Activity Schedule of Share-based Compensation, Activity [Table Text Block] Summary Of Share Based Compensation Shares Authorized Under Stock Option Plans By Exercise Price Range Schedule of Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, by Exercise Price Range [Table Text Block] Assets Assets [Abstract] Current assets: Assets, Current [Abstract] Cash and cash equivalents Cash and Cash Equivalents, at Carrying Value Receivables, net Receivables, Net, Current Other current assets Total current assets Assets, Current Property and equipment, net Property, Plant and Equipment, Net Deferred income taxes Deferred Tax Assets, Net of Valuation Allowance, Noncurrent Goodwill Other intangibles, net Intangible Assets, Net (Excluding Goodwill) Other non-current assets Other Assets, Noncurrent Total assets exclusive of assets under vehicle programs Total Assets Exclusive Of Assets Under Vehicle Programs Sum of the carrying amounts as of the balance sheet date of all assets excluding assets relating to assets under vehicle programs that are recognized. Assets are probable future economic benefits obtained or controlled by an entity as a result of past transactions or events. Assets under vehicle programs: Assets Under Vehicle Programs [Abstract] Assets under vehicle program Program cash Program Cash The carrying amounts of cash and cash equivalent items related to vehicle programs which are restricted as to withdrawal or usage. Restrictions may include legally restricted deposits held as compensating balances against short-term borrowing arrangements, contracts entered into with others, or entity statements of intention with regard to particular deposits; however, time deposits and short-term certificates of deposit are not generally included in legally restricted deposits. Excludes compensating balance arrangements that are not agreements which legally restrict the use of cash amounts shown on the balance sheet. For a classified balance sheet represents the current portion only (the noncurrent portion has a separate concept); there is a separate and distinct element for unclassified presentations. Vehicles, net Receivables from vehicle manufacturers and other Receivables From Vehicle Manufacturers And Other Amounts due from vehicle manufacturers and others related to sale of rental vehicles, that have been delivered or sold in the normal course of business. Investment in Avis Budget Rental Car Funding (AESOP) LLC—related party Investment In Related Party Total investments in (A) an entity in which the entity has significant influence, but does not have control, (B) subsidiaries that are not required to be consolidated and are accounted for using the equity and or cost method, and (C) an entity in which the reporting entity shares control of the entity with another party or group. (D) Investment in off-BS unconsolidated entity that issues notes to investors and bank conduit facilities. Total assets under vehicle programs: Assets Under Vehicle Programs Assets Under Vehicle Programs Total assets Assets Liabilities and stockholders’ equity Liabilities and Equity [Abstract] Current liabilities: Liabilities, Current [Abstract] Accounts payable and other current liabilities Accounts Payable and Accrued Liabilities, Current Total current liabilities Liabilities, Current Other non-current liabilities Other Liabilities, Noncurrent Total liabilities exclusive of liabilities under vehicle programs Total Liabilities Exclusive Of Liabilities Under Vehicle Programs Sum of the carrying amounts as of the balance sheet date of all liabilities that are recognized, excluding liabilities under vehicle programs. Liabilities are probable future sacrifices of economic benefits arising from present obligations of an entity to transfer assets or provide services to other entities in the future. Liabilities under vehicle programs: Liabilities Under Vehicle Program [Abstract] Liabilities Under Vehicle Program [Abstract] Debt Debt Carrying value as of the balance sheet date of debt related to rental vehicles due to third party lenders. Deferred income taxes Deferred Income Taxes Represents the portion of deferred tax liabilities related to rental vehicles. A taxable temporary difference between the tax basis and the carrying amount of rental vehicles in the financial statements prepared in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. Other Other Liabilities Under Vehicle Programs Aggregate carrying amount, as of the balance sheet date, of noncurrent obligations (mainly payables for program vehicles purchased) not separately disclosed in the balance sheet due to materiality considerations. Noncurrent liabilities are expected to be paid after one year (or the normal operating cycle, if longer). 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Aggregate Intrinsic Value, Outstanding Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Aggregate Intrinsic Value, Outstanding Employee Service Share-based Compensation, Nonvested Awards, Compensation Cost Not yet Recognized Employee Service Share-based Compensation, Nonvested Awards, Compensation Cost Not yet Recognized Earnings Per Share Earnings Per Share [Text Block] Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Foreign Currency Translation Adjustment, Tax Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Foreign Currency Translation Adjustment, Tax Net loss Net Income (Loss), Including Portion Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest Currency translation adjustments (net of tax of $(24) and $0, respectively) Net unrealized gain (loss) on available-for-sale securities (net of tax of $0 and $0, respectively) Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Available-for-sale Securities Adjustment, Net of Tax Net unrealized gain (loss) on cash flow hedges (net of tax of $2 and $0, respectively) Other Comprehensive (Income) Loss, Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans, Adjustment, Net of Tax Other comprehensive income (loss) Total comprehensive income (loss) Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax, Attributable to Parent Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Available-for-sale Securities, Tax Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Available-for-sale Securities, Tax Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Derivatives Qualifying as Hedges, Tax Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Derivatives Qualifying as Hedges, Tax Other Comprehensive (Income) Loss, Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans, Tax Other Comprehensive (Income) Loss, Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans, Tax Net loss for basic and diluted EPS Basic and diluted weighted average shares outstanding (a) Weighted Average Number of Shares Outstanding, Basic Basic Earnings Per Share, Basic Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income Schedule of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Table Text Block] Components Of Other Comprehensive Income Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Table Text Block] Financial Instruments Financial Instruments Disclosure [Text Block] Subsequent Events Subsequent Events [Text Block] Commitments and Contingencies Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Text Block] Summary Of Segments Information Schedule of Segment Reporting Information, by Segment [Table Text Block] Expected volatility of stock price Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Fair Value Assumptions, Expected Volatility Rate Risk-free interest rate Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Fair Value Assumptions, Risk Free Interest Rate Valuation period Valuation Period Range Maximum In Years Valuation Period Range Maximum In Years Dividend yield Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Fair Value Assumptions, Expected Dividend Rate Basis of Presentation Basis of Presentation and Significant Accounting Policies [Text Block] Line of Credit Facility [Table] Line of Credit Facility [Table] Line of Credit Facility [Line Items] Line of Credit Facility [Line Items] Amounts drawn under uncommitted credit facilities Short-term Bank Loans and Notes Payable Basis of Presentation Basis of Accounting, Policy [Policy Text Block] Vehicle Programs Vehicle Program Policy [Policy Text Block] Vehicle Program Policy [Text Block] Transaction Related Costs Policy [Policy Text Block] Transaction Related Costs Policy [Policy Text Block] Transaction Related Costs [Policy Text Block] Currency Transactions Foreign Currency Transactions and Translations Policy [Policy Text Block] Adoption of New Accounting Standards New Accounting Pronouncements, Policy [Policy Text Block] Computation Of Basic And Diluted Earnings Per Share Schedule of Earnings Per Share, Basic and Diluted [Table Text Block] Total Capacity (a) Outstanding Borrowings Vehicle Program Debt Amount Outstanding Amount borrowed under the vehicle program as of the balance sheet date. Available Capacity Vehicle Program Debt Available Capacity Amount of borrowing capacity currently available under the vehicle program (current borrowing capacity less the amount of borrowings outstanding). Long-term Debt and Borrowing Arrangements Long-term Debt [Text Block] Vehicle Repurchase And Guaranteed Depreciation Programs [Axis] Vehicle Repurchase And Guaranteed Depreciation Programs [Axis] Vehicle Repurchase And Guaranteed Depreciation Programs [Axis] Vehicle Repurchase And Guaranteed Depreciation Programs [Domain] Vehicle Repurchase And Guaranteed Depreciation Programs [Domain] Vehicle Repurchase And Guaranteed Depreciation Programs [Domain] Vehicle backed debt [Member] Vehicle Programs [Member] Vehicle Programs [Member] Within 1 year (a) Long-term Debt, Maturities, Repayments of Principal in Next Twelve Months Between 1 and 2 years Long-term Debt, Maturities, Repayments of Principal in Year Two Between 2 and 3 years Long-term Debt, Maturities, Repayments of Principal in Year Three Between 3 and 4 years Long-term Debt, Maturities, Repayments of Principal in Year Four Between 4 and 5 years Long-term Debt, Maturities, Repayments of Principal in Year Five Thereafter Long-term Debt, Maturities, Repayments of Principal after Year Five Vehicle Program Debt Amount Outstanding Supplemental Guarantor Financial Information [Table] Supplemental Guarantor Financial Information [Table] Supplemental Guarantor Financial Information [Table] Parent Company [Member] Parent Company [Member] Guarantor Subsidiaries [Member] Guarantor Subsidiaries [Member] Subsidiaries Non Guarantor [Member] Subsidiaries Non Guarantor [Member] SubsidiariesNonGuarantorMember Non-Guarantor Subsidiaries [Member] Non-Guarantor Subsidiaries [Member] Eliminations [Member] Eliminations [Member] Eliminations [Member] Supplemental Guarantor Financial Information [Line Items] Supplemental Guarantor Financial Information [Line Items] Supplemental Guarantor Financial Information [Line Items] Revenues Revenues [Abstract] Vehicle rental Vehicle Rental Aggregate revenue during the period for vehicle rental services (before deducting allowances and discounts) which are not otherwise defined in the taxonomy. Other Other Revenue Revenues from the Sales of services and rentals of other products, not elsewhere specified in the taxonomy; net of (reduced by) sales adjustments, returns, allowances, and discounts. Net revenues Expenses Operating Expenses [Abstract] Operating Operating Costs and Expenses Vehicle depreciation and lease charges, net Cost of Services, Depreciation Selling, general and administrative Selling, General and Administrative Expense Vehicle interest, net Vehicle Interest Net The cost of borrowed funds on vehicle debt accounted for as interest that was charged against earnings during the period. Non-vehicle related depreciation and amortization Interest expense related to corporate debt, net Interest Expense Intercompany Interest Expense Income Intercompany Interest Expense Income The intercompany interest expense (income) recorded in order to properly reflect consolidated income. Transaction-related costs, net Transaction-related costs, net Acquisition- and integration- related costs, net Total expenses Costs and Expenses Interest expense related to corporate debt, net Interest and Debt Expense [Abstract] Income before income taxes Provision for (benefit from) income taxes Income Tax Expense (Benefit) Equity in earnings (loss) of subsidiaries Income (Loss) from Equity Method Investments Net loss Comprehensive income (loss) Restructuring Charges Fair Value, Asset Derivatives Derivative Asset, Fair Value, Amount Not Offset Against Collateral Fair Value, Liability Derivatives Derivative Liability, Fair Value, Amount Not Offset Against Collateral Segment Information Segment Reporting Disclosure [Text Block] Intangible Assets Goodwill and Intangible Assets Disclosure [Text Block] Schedule of Carrying Values and Estimated Fair Values of Debt Instruments [Table Text Block] Schedule of Carrying Values and Estimated Fair Values of Debt Instruments [Table Text Block] Schedule of Notional Amounts of Outstanding Derivative Positions Schedule of Notional Amounts of Outstanding Derivative Positions [Table Text Block] Fair Value Of Derivative Instruments Schedule of Derivative Instruments in Statement of Financial Position, Fair Value [Table Text Block] Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Table Text Block] Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Table Text Block] Restructuring and Related Cost, Expected Number of Positions Eliminated Restructuring and Related Cost, Expected Number of Positions Eliminated Restructuring and Related Cost, Number of Positions Eliminated Restructuring and Related Cost, Number of Positions Eliminated Restructuring and Related Cost, Expected Cost Restructuring and Related Cost, Expected Cost Other Facilities [Member] Other Facilities [Member] Other facilities [member] Total Capacity Line of Credit Facility, Current Borrowing Capacity Outstanding Borrowings Long-term Line of Credit Letters of Credit Issued Letters of Credit Outstanding, Amount Available Capacity Line of Credit Facility, Remaining Borrowing Capacity Debt Under Vehicle Programs and Borrowing Arrangements Debt Disclosure [Text Block] Statement of Cash Flows [Abstract] Operating activities Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Operating Activities [Abstract] Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash provided by operating activities: Adjustments to Reconcile Net Income (Loss) to Cash Provided by (Used in) Operating Activities [Abstract] Vehicle depreciation Vehicle Depreciation The amount of expense recognized in the current period that reflects the allocation of the cost of tangible assets over the assets' useful lives. Includes vehicle related depreciation. Gain on sale of vehicles, net Gain Loss On Sale Of Vehicles Gain on sales of vehicles, net including the cost of the vehicle disposition, for vehicles used in rental activities. Share-based Compensation Share-based Compensation Amortization of debt financing fees Amortization of Financing Costs Net change in assets and liabilities, excluding the impact of acquisitions and dispositions: Net Change In Assets And Liabilities Excluding Impact Of Acquisitions And Dispositions [Abstract] Net change in assets and liabilities, excluding the impact of acquisitions and dispositions. Receivables Increase (Decrease) in Receivables Income taxes and deferred income taxes Increase Decrease In Income Taxes And Deferred Income Taxes Increase (Decrease) In Income Taxes And Deferred Income Taxes Accounts payable and other current liabilities Increase (Decrease) in Accounts Payable and Accrued Liabilities Other, net Increase (Decrease) in Other Operating Assets and Liabilities, Net Net cash provided by operating activities Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Operating Activities Investing activities Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Investing Activities [Abstract] Property and equipment additions Property And Equipment Additions Current year acquisitions of long-lived, physical assets used in the normal conduct of business and not intended for resale. Examples include land, buildings, and production equipment; or the cash outflow associated with the acquisition of long-lived, physical assets that are used in the normal conduct of business to produce goods and services and not intended for resale; includes cash outflows to pay for construction of self-constructed assets. Proceeds received on asset sales Proceeds from Sale of Productive Assets Net assets acquired (net of cash acquired) Payments to Acquire Restricted Investments Other, net Payments for (Proceeds from) Other Investing Activities Net cash used in investing activities exclusive of vehicle programs Net Cash Used In Investing Activities Exclusive Of Vehicle Programs The net cash inflow (outflow) from investing activity exclusive of vehicle programs . Vehicle programs: Vehicle Programs Investing Activities [Abstract] Vehicle Programs Investing Activities [Abstract]. Decrease in program cash Decrease Increase In Program Cash The net cash inflow (outflow) for the net change associated with funds used for vehicle programs and are associated with underlying transactions that are classified as investing activities. Investment in vehicles Investment In Vehicles The cash outflow for acquisition of vehicles used in revenue generation activities. Proceeds received on disposition of vehicles Proceeds Received On Disposition Of Vehicles The cash inflow from the sale of vehicles used in revenue generation activities. Net cash used in investing activities of vehicle programs Net Cash Used In Investing Activities Of Vehicle Programs The net cash inflow (outflow) from investing activities of vehicle programs. Net cash used in investing activities Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Investing Activities Financing activities Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Financing Activities [Abstract] Proceeds from long-term borrowings Proceeds From Long Term Borrowings The cash inflow from a borrowing having initial term of repayment of more than one year or the normal operating cycle, if longer; and/or the cash inflow from a debt initially having maturity due after one year or beyond the operating cycle, if longer. Payments on long-term borrowings Principal Payments On Long Term Borrowings The cash outflow for a borrowing having initial term of repayment of more than one year or the normal operating cycle, if longer; and/or the cash outflow for debt initially having maturity due after one year or beyond the normal operating cycle, if longer. Net change in short-term borrowings Net Change In Short Term Borrowings The net cash inflow (outflow) for borrowing related to vehicle programs, having initial term of repayment within one year or the normal operating cycle, if longer. Repurchases of common stock Payments for Repurchase of Common Stock Debt financing fees Payments of Financing Costs Other, net Proceeds from (Payments for) Other Financing Activities Net cash provided by financing activities exclusive of vehicle programs Net Cash Provided By Used In Financing Activities Exclusive Of Vehicle Programs Net Cash Used In Financing Activities Exclusive Of Vehicle Programs Vehicle programs: Vehicle Programs Financing Activities [Abstract] Vehicle Programs Financing Activities [Abstract]. Proceeds from borrowings Proceeds From Borrowings From Financing Activities Within Vehicle Programs The net cash inflow (outflow) in aggregate debt due to repayments and proceeds from additional borrowings related to vehicle programs Payments on borrowings Principal Payments On Borrowings From Financing Activities Within Vehicle Programs The net cash outflow on repayment of principal on borrowings used for vehicle programs Debt financing fees Vehicle Programs Payments Of Financing Costs The cash outflow paid to third parties in connection with debt origination for vehicle programs, which will be amortized over the remaining maturity period of the associated long-term debt. Net cash provided by financing activities of vehicle programs Net Cash Provided By Used In Financing Activities Of Vehicle Programs Net Cash Provided By Used In Financing Activities Of Vehicle Programs Net cash provided by financing activities Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Financing Activities Effect of changes in exchange rates on cash and cash equivalents Effect of Exchange Rate on Cash and Cash Equivalents Net increase in cash and cash equivalents Cash and Cash Equivalents, Period Increase (Decrease) Cash and cash equivalents, beginning of period Cash and cash equivalents, end of period Parent [Member] Non-Guarantor Subsidiaries [Member] Total current assets Intercompany receivables (payables) Intercompany Receivables Payables Intercompany receivables (payables) from (to) subsidiaries. Investment in subsidiaries Equity Method Investments Total assets exclusive of assets under vehicle programs Total Assets under vehicle programs Total assets Total current liabilities Due to Related Parties, Noncurrent Due to Related Parties, Noncurrent Total liabilities exclusive of liabilities under vehicle programs Due to Avis Budget Rental Car Funding (AESOP) LLC-related party Total Liabilities under vehicle programs Total stockholders' equity Condensed Financial Information of Parent Company Only Disclosure [Text Block] Condensed Financial Information of Parent Company Only Disclosure [Text Block] Depreciation expense Vehicle Depreciation Expense Amount of depreciation expense recorded on rental vehicles. Lease charges Vehicle Lease Charges Amount of lease charges recorded on rental vehicles. Gain on sale of vehicles, net Gain Loss On Sale Of Vehicles Net And Cost Of Vehicle Disposition (Gain) Loss On Sale Of Vehicles, Net And Cost Of Vehicle Disposition Vehicle depreciation and lease charges, net Document Documentand Entity Information [Abstract] Document Documentand Entity Information [Abstract] Document Type Document Type Amendment Flag Amendment Flag Document Period End Date Document Period End Date Document Fiscal Year Focus Document Fiscal Year Focus Document Fiscal Period Focus Document Fiscal Period Focus Trading Symbol Trading Symbol Entity Registrant Name Entity Registrant Name Entity Central Index Key Entity Central Index Key Current Fiscal Year End Date Current Fiscal Year End Date Entity Filer Category Entity Filer Category Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding Income before income taxes Income Statement [Abstract] Net revenues Total expenses Benefit from income taxes Comprehensive income (loss) Loss per share Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities Payments to Acquire Restricted Investments Net cash used in investing activities exclusive of vehicle programs Decrease (increase) in program cash Net cash used in investing activities of vehicle programs Net cash used in investing activities Principal payments on borrowings Intercompany loan borrowings Intercompany loan borrowings Intercompany loan borrowings Proceeds from (Repayments of) Related Party Debt Proceeds from (Repayments of) Related Party Debt Net cash provided by financing activities exclusive of vehicle programs Principal payments on borrowings Net cash provided by financing activities of vehicle programs Net cash provided by financing activities Net increase in cash and cash equivalents Schedule Of Intangible Assets Schedule of Intangible Assets and Goodwill [Table Text Block] Components Of The Company's Vehicles Components Of Companys Vehicles Table [Table Text Block] Information on the components of the Company's vehicles, net within assets under the vehicle program. Components Of Vehicle Depreciation And Lease Charges Components Of Vehicle Depreciation And Lease Charges Table [Table Text Block] Information on the components of the vehicle depreciation and lease charges, net. Schedule of Other Current Assets [Table Text Block] Schedule of Other Current Assets [Table Text Block] Vehicle Rental Activities Vehicle Rental Activities [Text Block] Information related to the Company's vehicle rental activities.