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Buick Encore GX

or similar Compact SUV

Up to 4 passengers

$39/day

Dec 29 - Jan 29

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Audi Q3

or similar Intermediate SUV

Up to 5 passengers

5-door vehicles

$43/day

Dec 30 - Jan 30

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Nissan Armada

or similar Standard SUV

Up to 5 passengers

4-door vehicles

$45/day

Dec 26 - Jan 25

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Ford F-150

or similar Full-size SUV

Up to 5 passengers

$64/day

Jan 21 - Jan 28

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Mercedes-Benz GLC

or similar Premium SUV

Up to 5 passengers

$73/day

Dec 30 - Jan 30

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Santa Barbara SUV rental directory

All major SUV rental suppliers in Santa Barbara, California

Budget

6.9

Okay

47 reviews•2 locations

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Recent reviews

2.0

Poor|Sep 2023

Horrible customer service

2.0

Poor|Sep 2023

Awful

10.0

Wonderful|Aug 2023

Excellent customer service at the Santa Barbara airport location.

2.0

Poor|May 2023

Didn’t have the car I ordered. Car they gave me hadn’t been cleaned and it was blocked in by 5 other cars, so took 30 minutes to get out.

10.0

Wonderful|Apr 2023

Friendly helpful staff

2.0

Poor|Mar 2023

We asked for no insurance as we carry our own. It was added and at $25 a day it added 25% to our total bill. As a courtesy the return assistant deducted $40.

1 out of 16

Avis

8.6

Very good

16 reviews•2 locations

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Recent reviews

10.0

Wonderful|Mar 2023

Able to pick up downtown Santa Barbara on a Saturday. Friendly staff, easy pick up and drop off, brand new car (1700 mi). No hassle rental.

10.0

Wonderful|Sep 2022

Easy pick and up and drop off. New and clean car, gas tank full, great experience as always!

8.0

Very good|Jul 2022

The pick up line was pretty Long at SBC. Attendant worked as best as able with number of people.

10.0

Wonderful|Jul 2022

Seth was excellent

6.0

Okay|Jul 2022

Loved the Mustang. Perfect car for a California road trip. I had reserved a convertible, however, and because I arrived 6 hours after my reserved pick-up time, I had to settle for a hardtop. My fault (though I really had no idea about timing when I booked the trip months ago), but I felt a bit overcharged paying the same price as a convertible. Sure, Avis puts them in the same class, but obviously, convertibles are far rarer as leased vehicles and should cost more. That's life, I guess. My other comment is I dearly wish Avis rented vehicles with manual transmissions. I realize it's a dying breed because fat, lazy Americans only know how to drive automatics, but why encourage such sloth? Distinguish yourselves in the marketplace by offering a few sticks. At purchase, such cars are a bit cheaper anyway, and you can rent them for the same or more than an automatic, so it's win-win for everyone. Giving in to American tastes is just lowering the bar. These people still buy minivans and eat at McDonald's, and no one ever went broke underestimating consumers in this nation. All of which is to say, offer more manuals, please.

10.0

Wonderful|May 2022

Seats could not be adjusted properly.

1 out of 6

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.5

Very good

15 reviews•3 locations

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Recent reviews

10.0

Wonderful|Sep 2023

They were short cars but still made sure I got a nice car and on my way. Very nice at the Santa Barbara location and Santa Maria as well. Thank you. Both agents super helpful.

10.0

Wonderful|Apr 2023

Great team. Thanks!

2.0

Poor|Nov 2022

They did not have a car available and we could not reach our destination as scheduled. Our vacation was ruined.

4.0

Mediocre|Oct 2022

The car we had reserved was not available and the only other car was a mini-van. We went to another car rental agency.

6.0

Okay|Jun 2022

Was ok.. was told didnt have a van at first then i got a bit bothered and a van showed up.. lady that helped me at last was nice

10.0

Wonderful|Apr 2022

The staff was fantastic! Did not get his name but he was superior! He had been there a year& he us currently assistant manager! Tall very sociable knowledgeable person! Will try to get his name & send in to you!

1 out of 5

Alamo

7.2

Good

8 reviews•1 location

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Overview

Recent reviews

2.0

Poor|Aug 2022

Terrible booking , no explanation why I could not book , left counter walked next counter to hertz to get a car … Fk Alamo

10.0

Wonderful|Aug 2022

easy processing. great staff.

1.9

Poor|Sep 2021

Despite having a confirmed reservation, there was no cars available to me when I arrived at the counter. I was referred to a competitor at the next door counter where I ended up paying more, but at least I got a car!

5.9

Fair|Aug 2021

My rental car was not clean on the inside or outside. I’m not as concerned with the outside because I understand that’s harder to control, but I expected the inside to be spotless given the current state of the world. Instead, it was dusty, had sticky spots from a spilled beverage (I’m assuming), & dirt footprints throughout the car, such as on the passenger side (where I have not been sitting, or had a passenger). Additionally, there were no disinfecting wipes in the car for me to use to clean, which I’ve received in other rentals during the pandemic, so I had to use the ones I’d packed myself to clean the inside of the car to my comfort. It felt as if the car had just been dropped off by the previous renter, then handed off to me. I know there is a rental car shortage, & cars are in much higher demand right now as travel resumes, but as a renter I would hope that my safety is the highest priority! Adding this on top of what I paid for this rental car, I will not rent from Alamo again.

2.0

Poor|Jun 2021

I only had a debit card, no notes were given on needing a actual credit card online ( unless you are flying into SB airport lol) but was told that the down town location would take debit. ( which makes no sense.) Desk person would not help call downtown location to see if they had any vehicles like I had reserved at the airport location. Not willing to help. Poor customer service.

1 out of 3

Hertz

1 location

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National

6.0

Okay

2 reviews•1 location

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Dollar

2 locations

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Quick facts about SUV rentals in Santa Barbara

Get the overview on great SUV rental deals and popular SUV rental companies for your visit in Santa Barbara

Cheapest SUV	$255
Most Popular SUV Model	Hyundai Venue

The lowest price for SUV in Santa Barbara is $255/day. For this area, you can expect average prices starting from $255/day.

The most popular SUV to rent in Santa Barbara in the past 7 days is the Hyundai Venue. Our users also prefer the Class Intermediate SUV as an alternative.

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Driving with a rental SUV in Santa Barbara - FAQs

Learn everything there is to know about renting a SUV in Santa Barbara so you can be properly prepared for your next trip

How much will it cost to rent SUV in Santa Barbara, California in December?

Our data shows that for SUV rental deals during December in Santa Barbara, you can expect to pay around $255 per day. A particularly good SUV rental deal might be around $255, which is the lowest quote for Santa Barbara we've seen so far.

Which SUV rental agency in Santa Barbara has the cheapest SUV rental prices?

Renting a SUV in Santa Barbara is cheapest when using National at their location in the city. The best daily rate a momondo user has found is $255, but typically it’s best to assume your SUV rental will cost $255/day.

Which SUV rental company in Santa Barbara has the most locations?

National is very popular in Santa Barbara, California, as they have more locations than any other SUV rental company. You can find 1 locations in the city of Santa Barbara, California and can expect to pay about $255/day for your rental SUV in Santa Barbara, California.

When did momondo last update prices for cars in Santa Barbara?

Prices for cars in Santa Barbara are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for cars in Santa Barbara?

There are 12 operators available for cars in Santa Barbara as of December 2025.

How old do you have to be to hire a car in Santa Barbara?

Among different countries, including Santa Barbara, the minimum age for drivers varies. In numerous EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. To hire a car overseas, you'll generally need to be at least 21, and if you're under 25, a young driver surcharge may be imposed. It's recommended that you review the policy of the rental company you're considering before booking.

What documentation or ID do you need to rent a car in Santa Barbara?

To rent a car in Santa Barbara, all drivers must have a valid full driving license. If the license is written in a language other than the language of the country of rental, an International Driving Permit may be required to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you're renting a car abroad, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We recommend that you verify with the specific rental company you're booking with.