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What is the cheapest rental car agency in San Jose?
The cheapest rental cars in San Jose are generally found through Turo. When booking with Turo, you may be able to find rental car prices for as low as $13/day. The average price to rent a car in San Jose is $51/day.
What car rental company in San Jose has the most locations?
Hertz has the most locations of any rental car company in San Jose, with 11 locations.
What car do most people rent in San Jose?
When renting a car in San Jose, most of our users will opt for the Toyota RAV4 at $66/day on average. The second most popular is the Toyota Corolla car rental for an average of $57/day. Our users have found Toyota RAV4 rentals in San Jose for as low as $11/day and Toyota Corolla rentals for as low as $18/day.
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Small cars
$34 - $90
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The average price of a small car rental in San Jose, the United States is $58. The cheapest time to rent a small car in San Jose, the United States is in April. The price is 42% lower than the rest of the year at just $34 per day. A small car rental is typically 18% less expensive than the average rental car in San Jose. The average price of a vehicle rental in San Jose can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for San Jose small car rentals found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a medium car rental in San Jose, the United States is $55. The cheapest time to rent a medium car in San Jose, the United States is in January. The price is 13% lower than the rest of the year at just $48 per day. A medium car rental is typically 22% less expensive than the average rental car in San Jose. The average price of a vehicle rental in San Jose can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for San Jose medium car rentals found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a large car rental in San Jose, the United States is $90. The cheapest time to rent a large car in San Jose, the United States is in March. The price is 17% lower than the rest of the year at just $76 per day. A large car rental is typically 24% more expensive than the average rental car in San Jose. The average price of a vehicle rental in San Jose can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for San Jose large car rentals found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a SUV rental in San Jose, the United States is $63. The cheapest time to rent a SUV in San Jose, the United States is in April. The price is 30% lower than the rest of the year at just $45 per day. A SUV rental is typically 9% less expensive than the average rental car in San Jose. The average price of a vehicle rental in San Jose can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for San Jose SUV rentals found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a van rental in San Jose, the United States is $113. The cheapest time to rent a van in San Jose, the United States is in April. The price is 27% lower than the rest of the year at just $84 per day. A van rental is typically 39% more expensive than the average rental car in San Jose. The average price of a vehicle rental in San Jose can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for San Jose van rentals found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a pickup truck rental in San Jose, the United States is $67. The cheapest time to rent a pickup truck in San Jose, the United States is in May. The price is 65% lower than the rest of the year at just $24 per day. A pickup truck rental is typically 5% less expensive than the average rental car in San Jose. The average price of a vehicle rental in San Jose can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car.
The average price of a luxury car rental in San Jose, the United States is $85. The cheapest time to rent a luxury car in San Jose, the United States is in April. The price is 13% lower than the rest of the year at just $75 per day. A luxury car rental is typically 19% more expensive than the average rental car in San Jose. The average price of a vehicle rental in San Jose can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for San Jose luxury car rentals found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a convertible rental in San Jose, the United States is $110. The cheapest time to rent a convertible in San Jose, the United States is in January. The price is 31% lower than the rest of the year at just $76 per day. A convertible rental is typically 37% more expensive than the average rental car in San Jose. The average price of a vehicle rental in San Jose can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car.
The lady who helped me check in to get the vehicle was super helpful! The van was very roomy and comfy for my family!!
2.0
Poor|May 2023
I was misled as to the pickup & dropoff location. Therefore I had to pay more. Bill of approx $200 easily escalated to $450
2.0
Poor|Feb 2023
The person who checked us out told us one time verbally for drop off and it ended up being a time when they were closed. We had to go to a different location up for drop off
6.0
Okay|Feb 2023
Lengthy pick up process. Would be good to have parking nearby for those driving to collect a rental. A lot of hidden costs
6.0
Okay|Dec 2022
The lady at the pickup was very unhelpful for the insurance options. She made us worried although we have coverage. We almost done double insurance with charging $51 per day
10.0
Wonderful|Sep 2022
This was my first time renting a car, and besides the wait to pick up a car at the beginning, I had a very easy time as a first time car renter. Customer service was very nice at pickup and drop off and for the car I got, the price was very reasonable.
It was the worst experience I have ever had with renting a car. I did not request an electric vehicle but ended up with one without any instructions on how electric vehicles work or how to recharge if you have to. The care was not charged all the way so it could not even make it to my destination which was only 3 1/2 hour trip. It took me a total of 9 hours to get home due to having to find a charging station and having to sit for a couple hours in the blazing Sun while it charge only enough to make it home!!!! Do not rent an electric car if you have never used one in the past. It was an absolute terrible experience 😢😢😢 and I lost out on a paying job since it took me 5.5 extra wasted hours of my time.
8.0
Very good|May 2023
Very helpful staff
10.0
Wonderful|May 2023
The women that helped me was so very friendly. They were still cleaning the vehicle from the prior renter. She offered me a seat and we had a very friendly chat for the 5 or so minutes it took to finish up the cleaning.
2.0
Poor|Mar 2023
I thought I was renting a car at the San Jose airport, but it turned out that it was a small facility off airport that cost me $40 to get to by taxi. The airport Hertz was not willing to do anything for me except rent me a car at walk-up rates (at least twice what I had prepaid), and not even give me credit for the prepaid amount. They said I could get it back from the "company". Yes, same company. Very unhelpful while he was telling me how he would accomodate me. I didn't have any reason to suspect that the car I was renting was not at the airport, as I am not familiar with the addresses in that area.
2.0
Poor|Jan 2023
Waiting for my refund because I was not able to pick up the car because they did not have any available and I wasn’t the only one that was unable to get a car!! Very disappointed never using this again!
4.0
Mediocre|Jan 2023
I had inadvertently chose to pick up the vehicle away from the airport. The Hertz desk at the airport was unable to change the reservation to the airport because I originally booked through Kayak. I was able to get a new reservation (at a price that was tripled what I originally booked) through the Hertz employee. He also suggested that I call and cancel my original reservation for a refund. I understand that mistakes happen, but this is the second time the counter employee can’t help me because I didn’t book through them directly. The price was excellent through Kayak, but I was left in the rain at the airport without a car because of my error. I wish Kayak would work with the businesses to avoid these issues.
Tara, in San Jose International Airport was fantastic! Great positive attitude, and helped me , quickly, get on my way!
8.0
Very good|Oct 2022
Our initial car had a mechanical/electrical issue with the driver’s door. We were able to exchange cars at another facility. There was also a billing error which was corrected when we returned the car at the airport. They made it good in the end.
6.0
Okay|Sep 2022
The first car I received was infested with Ants. I didn't realize that until I was way down the road. I called and the allowed me to return it. No problem which was great. It did mess up up my schedule while I was there as I didn't account for returning a vehicle. The customer service was great.
10.0
Wonderful|Apr 2022
Price was better than competitors, easy and fast pickup, clean and very nice, new car, easy drop off.
8.0
Very good|Feb 2022
Just needed a little more explanation on charges since I bought insurance through kayak and it seems like they charge me again. Also, it would be nice if the counter people are aware of the type of car that is in inventory. That is, know the features. I upgraded since I was told there is apple car play in the car so I can use the GPS. Apparently, there isn't.
10.0
Wonderful|Aug 2021
Quite roomy Soul Kia. Liked that I could put down the back seats and carry a bunch of goodies to a wedding site.
I was completely satisfied with the service provided by Enterprise.
10.0
Wonderful|Sep 2022
Transaction was smooth . I was not notified that I have to put a 300.00 dollar hold . I do not like suprises .
2.0
Poor|Jul 2022
Enterprise is the worst company ever. I tried to rent 2 cars in one location. At least after rent confirmation I got a call that they have no such cars. On another location I've been told that they don't have such car and it is not their problem. I lost time and money to get there, but managers just locked at their office. Enterprise does not exist for me anymore.
1.9
Poor|Aug 2021
The wait was an hour and a half.
10.0
Wonderful|Jul 2021
The car that’s I was given was much better than the one I ordered.
The clerk was very friendly, personable and attentive. But, as he was claiming the vehicle we agreed upon, someone else in the system claimed before he could. Instead of telling me this, he assigned me a different car we didn't discuss. We were heading to a graduation, & I didn't have time to go downstairs and get a different car. I had my elderly parents with me, & the car we got was uncomfortable. We were not happy, & the right thing to do is to train your people to be honest with clients, and do your best to meet their needs.
10.0
Wonderful|May 2023
Clean inside windshield
2.0
Poor|Apr 2023
This was worst rental car experience I've ever had. I would never use Dollar again and I will not rent a car through Kayak again. First, they said they didn't have a car. Then, they tried to double charge me when I had already paid upfront. They wouldn't let me pay the deposit using debit card, and even after I told them I paid for the car in advance, they charged me an additional $38 for some type of fee, so I paid nearly $100 to rent a compact vehicle for 1 day! They also made me wait over an hour for a vehicle and I was not the only one! Look online: All the reviews are horrible! They tried to say people stole the cars! Obvious lie! There is security to get in and out of there. No way. Absolute nightmare! Don't use this company, and don't use kayak. I paid for the car upfront for a reason. I should've only had to pay a deposit in addition.
10.0
Wonderful|Feb 2023
it was great- easy check in and return. Vehicle was clean and comfortable!!
2.0
Poor|Sep 2022
We received are scheduled pick up and hour late and they didn’t even have the vehicle we rental that was more fuel economical
Was charged additional expenses without any explanation.
1.9
Poor|Sep 2021
Total scam on the coverage!!! We paid $1000 for our 10 day rental and at the time of pick up were told the insurance was not included and that would be an additional $39 per day minimum. Plus all these extra taxes and fees we were stuck with a $700 bill on top of the $1000. There is no way their coverage is worth $40 per day for the baseline. We could have paid less money at a nicer rental car company and not had to stand in line for an hour and a half to get our car at pick up. Terrible experience.
10.0
Wonderful|Jun 2021
Staff at front desk and car exit were both helpful and friendly
10.0
Wonderful|Jun 2021
The staff at San Jose airport were the best I ever worked with!!!! They helped get us in the right vehicle for 6 people and luggage. The manager at San Jose airport on Friday, June 11, 2014 was especially helpful, efficient and kind. I was so impressed with this company!
10.0
Wonderful|Jun 2021
More people needed to be working at pickup. Waiting for 30 minutes isnt fun.
I recommend everyone to avoid this place. They did not let us check out the car and didn’t let me speak with the manager. They also refused to ask the manager call me back and said that they were sold out! Avoid!
10.0
Wonderful|Feb 2023
There staff at the Avis center at Stevens Creek in San Jose was friendly and helpful.
10.0
Wonderful|Feb 2023
Fast check in Good value Easy
2.0
Poor|Apr 2022
Check out was extremely slow and instructions were not clear at all. We waited an hour to get our car
8.0
Very good|Apr 2022
Car ordered was not available, they upgraded me. GOOD Car was delivered to us with about a quarter tank of gas. Cost us $72 to fill it before we could use it. BAD
2.0
Poor|Apr 2022
over charged me for miles and time on my return. also included insurance which I told them I didn't want.
Learn everything there is to know about renting a car in San Jose so you can be properly prepared for your next trip
How much will it cost to rent a car in San Jose, California in October?
For October in San Jose, the average price from these searches for a weekend rental was $76 - but some users found deals as low as $18. For a one-week car rental, San Jose prices in October average $55 with the best deals starting at $21.
Is there a fee to cancel my San Jose, California car rental?
The majority of car rental agencies in San Jose offer free cancellation. momondo will always tell you whether or not rental car centers such as Fox, Hertz, and Alamo have a cancellation fee for travelers who have last-minute itinerary changes.
What is the best type of car to rent in San Jose during October?
A Standard car is the ideal car to rent when visiting San Jose in October. On average, San Jose receives 1.7″ of precipitation and temperatures hover around 55.4 °F during the month of October. These conditions are well-suited for a standard, which can easily handle a bit of rain and even hold up well when temperatures fall. Renting a Standard in San Jose will cost you $39/day on average.
What is the speed limit in San Jose, California?
Travelers who rent a car in San Jose should be aware that the city’s speed limit is 25 mph. Suburban speed limits around San Jose are generally 75 mph, whereas speed limits on highways are 75 mph. Keep in mind that speeds may change depending on what road you’re traveling on, so be on the lookout for posted signage.
What car rental company has the Ford Explorer in San Jose?
Provider's pick has the Ford Explorer (and other similar SUV vehicles) for rent in San Jose. You can expect to rent the Ford Explorer in San Jose from Provider's pick for $71/day on average.Provider's pick also has other SUV car rentals in San Jose in case you change your mind about the Ford Explorer. For instance, the BMW X3 is available in San Jose from Provider's pick.
What is the weather like in San Jose, CA in September?
Those looking for a rental car in San Jose during the month of September should expect temperatures to be around 68 °F and should expect around 0.2″ of precipitation. This information can be helpful when choosing which car you’d like to rent.
Is the weather in San Jose similar to the rest of California?
Those looking to rent a car in San Jose for a road trip to the surrounding areas, please know the weather in California during the month of September usually is around 71.6 °F with 0.2″ of possible rain.
When did momondo last update prices for cars in San Jose?
Prices for cars in San Jose refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for cars in San Jose?
The number of operators available for cars in San Jose is 59 as of September 2025.
How old do you have to be to hire a car in San Jose?
The minimum age for drivers varies by country, including San Jose. In many EU countries drivers must be 18 years old. As a rule, you’ll need to be 21 to hire a car abroad, and a young driver surcharge may be applied if you are under 25. We recommend reading through the policy of your chosen rental company before booking.
What documentation or ID do you need to rent a car in San Jose?
To rent a car in San Jose, 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.
Why use momondo?
Why should I use momondo to book a car rental in San Jose?
momondo finds and compares thousands of car rental websites to provide you with the best selection of policies and car rentals in San Jose. Finding a rental car is quick and free of charge, so using momondo for your booking makes sense.
How does momondo help me find the best car rental deal in San Jose?
By the use of filters, momondo makes finding a great car rental in San Jose easier. Whether it is price, car type, amenities or policies, momondo allows you to refine your search with these and more filters to find the best deal for you.
Does momondo show car rental deals in San Jose with free cancellation?
Yes, momondo allows you to filter specifically for car rental companies in San Jose offering free cancellation.
Can I rent a car with a fair fuel policy in San Jose on momondo?
Yes, momondo has a filter for fair fuel policies on car rentals in San Jose.
Can I find a car rental in San Jose which offers enhanced cleaning on momondo?
Yes, rental cars in San Jose with enhanced cleaning options can be searched for on momondo.
Can I search for rental cars in San Jose with unlimited mileage on momondo?
Yes, car rental deals in San Jose with unlimited mileage can be found on momondo.
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