Rental cars insight and trends in San José del Cabo
Useful insights to help you book the perfect rental car in San José del Cabo
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What is the cheapest rental car agency in San José del Cabo?
The cheapest rental cars in San José del Cabo are generally found through Ace. When booking with Ace, you may be able to find rental car prices for as low as $4/day. The average price to rent a car in San José del Cabo is $7/day.
What car rental company in San José del Cabo has the most locations?
National has the most locations of any rental car company in San José del Cabo, with 10 locations.
What car do most people rent in San José del Cabo?
Nissan X-Trail rentals and Mitsubishi Xpander rentals in San José del Cabo are the two most popular car models, according to our data. Nissan X-Trail rental prices in San José del Cabo can vary depending on what company you rent from, but our users have found that prices average $24/day and can be as low as $7/day. Mitsubishi Xpander rental prices can also vary, but tend to average $47/day, with the cheapest deals as low as $16/day.
San José del Cabo, Baja California Sur car rental deals found on momondo
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Small
Medium
Large
SUV
Van
Pickup truck
Luxury
Small cars
$6 - $19
All Car Types
$41 - $89
The average price of a small car rental in San José del Cabo, Mexico is $8. The cheapest time to rent a small car in San José del Cabo, Mexico is in September. The price is 25% lower than the rest of the year at just $6 per day. A small car rental is typically 85% less expensive than the average rental car in San José del Cabo. The average price of a vehicle rental in San José del Cabo 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 José del Cabo small car rentals found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a medium car rental in San José del Cabo, Mexico is $43. The cheapest time to rent a medium car in San José del Cabo, Mexico is in February. The price is 70% lower than the rest of the year at just $13 per day. A medium car rental is typically 18% less expensive than the average rental car in San José del Cabo. The average price of a vehicle rental in San José del Cabo 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 José del Cabo medium car rentals found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a large car rental in San José del Cabo, Mexico is $56. The cheapest time to rent a large car in San José del Cabo, Mexico is in February. The price is 67% lower than the rest of the year at just $19 per day. A large car rental is typically 8% more expensive than the average rental car in San José del Cabo. The average price of a vehicle rental in San José del Cabo 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 José del Cabo large car rentals found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a SUV rental in San José del Cabo, Mexico is $56. The cheapest time to rent a SUV in San José del Cabo, Mexico is in October. The price is 40% lower than the rest of the year at just $34 per day. A SUV rental is typically 8% more expensive than the average rental car in San José del Cabo. The average price of a vehicle rental in San José del Cabo 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 José del Cabo SUV rentals found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a van rental in San José del Cabo, Mexico is $96. The cheapest time to rent a van in San José del Cabo, Mexico is in August. The price is 39% lower than the rest of the year at just $60 per day. A van rental is typically 47% more expensive than the average rental car in San José del Cabo. The average price of a vehicle rental in San José del Cabo 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 José del Cabo van rentals found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a pickup truck rental in San José del Cabo, Mexico is $102. The cheapest time to rent a pickup truck in San José del Cabo, Mexico is in July. The price is 56% lower than the rest of the year at just $45 per day. A pickup truck rental is typically 50% more expensive than the average rental car in San José del Cabo. The average price of a vehicle rental in San José del Cabo 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 José del Cabo, Mexico is $94. The cheapest time to rent a luxury car in San José del Cabo, Mexico is in October. The price is 33% lower than the rest of the year at just $64 per day. A luxury car rental is typically 46% more expensive than the average rental car in San José del Cabo. The average price of a vehicle rental in San José del Cabo can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car.
Paperwork is very slow. Takes awhile to checkin and check out
8.0
Very good|Feb 2023
All was great, but car died an hour after the pickup. On the other hand they handled it really well. They got to the restaurant we were in about 30min. Drove us to our hotel, and brought the replacement in about 80 min. So not too bad…. We did loose a few hour on the beach on day one though.
10.0
Wonderful|Feb 2023
Friendly staff in AVIS San Jose del Cabo. They always respond to my questions and concerns. I definitely going to rent my car again with these Guys in my next trip to Los Cabos. Thank You all for everything.
6.0
Okay|Jan 2022
Be warned about their insurance policy! I had to pay quite a lot, additionally, for full coverage that was unexpected. If you book through kayak, make sure you understand their policies before you arrive.
Rate was aprox $140.00 but went to $299. At counter trapped in Mexico what else can you do but pay it NOT HAPPY WITH KAYA AND not MonitoringCompanies for excessive charges
2.0
Poor|May 2022
Grossly overpriced, Using Uber 2-3 times/day would have been much less expensive, and much more convenient. In addition, Budget substantial "daily" insurance fee, which was not disclosed at the time I made the booking. This part is completely unacceptable.
10.0
Wonderful|Apr 2022
Caring customer service. Fast rental car Bus, quick pick up and drop off.
2.0
Poor|Dec 2021
Charged more than agreed. Gave away my car and barely a discount for lower car.
Pickup from the airport was easy. We waited about 5 minutes to the shuttle to take us to the rental office that's outside of the airport. Once at the office, everything went smooth but was a little slow. We weren't in a hurry so it wasn't a problem. If there was urgency we would have been under stress. The vehicle was great and clean. Everyone went smoothly upon return.
2.0
Poor|Feb 2023
The didn't have our vehicle and tried to place us in a car that would not accommodate all passengers. They were dishonest in the course of trying to figure out a solution.
Watch out this company. They are total scam. After booking the car online, I was tried to get charged extra $600 for nonsense insurance. I wasn’t informed by the insurance when I was booking the car. I cancelled my booking and they still charged me. I am taking legal action and I don’t eant anyone getting effected the same scam. Go book it from big companies, it is much more cheaper
4.0
Mediocre|Mar 2022
We had a mechanical breakdown 70km from the rental location. Checkin was tedious with many forms and contract pages to read if one was fluent in Spanish and had an extra hour, staff was completely unhelpful and said we were “on our own” because we made a short trip on a sand road which was stated not to do, but we didn’t see this disclaimer in the contract. NO NELP AT ALL is what they told us. We managed to have a very helpful local get the car started again some problem in the system which staff of this company said was completely and totally our problem to fix. We did with the local and got back to Cabo after being stranded for 5 hours. Car did not start again and we contacted the agency who again said it was our fault and responsibility. Had another mechanic come to the hotel in the morning and managed to get it started (no promise if it would start again) and drove to airport, leaving car running while filling up the gas, and returned it. Agency stated we would be billed for this repair. Cheap agency that overcharged for insurance, had a car with 64000km, bald tires, damaged interior a/c controls and management with attitude! Strongly suggest NOT USING THIS AGENCY Routes or sister company. We won’t use this again! Very displeased to say the least!!!
2.0
Poor|Dec 2021
They forced me to buy regular Liability Insurance (not SLI) for 20 dollars per day. This is supposed to be included in the car rental price as per car rental regulations in Mexico.You can add SLI if you want more coverage. I initially refused to pay so they would not rent me the car. I went to Budget car rental down the street and they verified the car rental fee includes the basic Liability Insurance as required by law. Of course Budget would rent me a car but at “walk-in” prices which was substantially more than the on-line deal I was supposed to get at Routes. So, I returned to Routes, told them what Budget said and they said I still had to buy Liability Insurance which I had to do. My opinion is Routes is a sham company in business to extort travelers illegally and should be shut down. I will be challenging the MasterCard charge for the car rental. Ken Burger
2.0
Poor|Dec 2021
The price quoted is very cheap and states "total cost". However, when you pick up the car you are required to pay over $200 for insurance. The "total cost" should include insurance!
4.0
Mediocre|Nov 2021
Was nobody in the office when we got there, things were pretty unorganized in the office, insurance was very expensive and confusing, car was fine and ran well. In the end they kept our deposit and said they couldn't find it was over $400!
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Pickup took a long time. Rental agency charged me $160 for the most basic insurance and said it was mandatory. I paid $23 through Kayak.
2.0
Poor|Sep 2022
The cost of the rental was reasonable. I had also paid $165 for third party vehicle insurance. But once I showed up to pick up the vehicle, the mandatory liability insurance was over twice the cost of the vehicle rental cost. Plus, if you don't take their collision insurance, they require a hold on your credit card for thousands of dollars. Will never rent from them again.
2.0
Poor|Aug 2022
Dishonest about insurance Drop off agent tried to extort $75 or miss my flight.
2.0
Poor|Jul 2022
The staff were trying to give you a discount if you went on a scammy boat tour.
2.0
Poor|Jun 2022
Picking up the car was a very long process. Has to endure the sales of signing up for presentation to reduce the price of the local insurance .... $425/week for a minimum coverage!!! .... although it seemed to be negotiable. Apparently you reserve the car at a low rate and pay a high local insurance at check out!!
2.0
Poor|Jun 2022
The pick-up experience was particularly terrible. The attendant working tried to sell me insurance that was more than 10x the cost of the rental itself. I attempted to deny coverage and have a hold placed on my AMEX Platinum card which did not go through for some reason. I am convinced that was done on purpose. I was clearly agitated and someone else there said the insurance would be $200 if my wife and I sat through a timeshare present compared to $550 if we did not. So a 2.5 hour timeshare later and still no credit for the insurance like was described. I'll never use this company again.
The car was dented. Checkout took way too long. Employees were pushy Insurance was way too expensive
2.0
Poor|Nov 2021
They did not have my reservation! I called customer service via Priceline and all they said is that I would just need to find another car. It took hours at the rental place and I spent $1000 on my rental versus $370 I planned on. The vehicle was also smaller. Will never use Kayak again.
Arrived wuth reservation in hand I was told there was no vans or cars. They had a guy from hertz trying to get me to get a car for 250 dollars a day. It was all very shady will never use thriffty again.
Quick facts about car rentals in San José del Cabo
Get the overview on great rental deals, popular car rental companies, and best car types for your visit in San José del Cabo
Most Popular Agency
Advantage
Popular Car Types
SUV, Intermediate, Passenger van
Cheapest Rental Car
$5
Most Popular Model
Nissan X-Trail
The most popular San José del Cabo car rental agency found on momondo this month is Advantage. Other top choices for car rental companies are America Car Rental and MEXRENTACAR
The following car types were offered at rental car companies in San José del Cabo in the past 72 hours: SUV, Intermediate, Passenger van.
The lowest price for a rental car in San José del Cabo is $5/day. For this area, you can expect average prices starting from $18/day.
The most popular car model to rent in San José del Cabo in the past 7 days is the Nissan X-Trail. Our users also prefer the Mitsubishi Xpander as an alternative.
Driving with a rental car in San José del Cabo - FAQs
Learn everything there is to know about renting a car in San José del Cabo so you can be properly prepared for your next trip
How much will it cost to rent a car in San José del Cabo, Mexico in September?
For a weekend in September, the best deals in San José del Cabo start from around $7 up to around $48. For a one-week car rental, San José del Cabo prices in September average $35 with the best deals starting at $7.
Is there a fee to cancel my San José del Cabo, Mexico car rental?
Every rental car company in San José del Cabo has a different cancellation policy. At momondo, we will always disclose in the car rental search results whether or not an agency has a cancellation fee. Some of the top car rental companies in San José del Cabo include MEXRENTACAR , Europcar, and Localiza, so be sure to check if they offer free cancellation.
What is the speed limit in San José del Cabo, Mexico?
The speed limit in San José del Cabo is 45 mph, unless otherwise stated on road signs. San José del Cabo also has a suburban speed limit of 75 mph which is strictly enforced. If you find yourself on a highway in San José del Cabo, be aware that the speed limit is generally 75 mph.
What car rental company has the Jeep Renegade in San José del Cabo?
America Car Rental is the most popular car rental company in San José del Cabo that has Jeep Renegade rentals. Jeep Renegade rentals in San José del Cabo are around $10/day when renting from America Car Rental.
What is the weather like in San José del Cabo, Mexico in August?
In August, San José del Cabo usually gets 2.2″ of precipitation and has an average temperature of 84.2 °F. This information can be very helpful when looking at rental cars in San José del Cabo as it can help you make the best decision.
Is the weather in San José del Cabo similar to the rest of Baja California Sur?
Travelers looking to leave from San José del Cabo on a road trip around Baja California Sur or the surrounding areas during the month of August should expect temperatures around 84.2 °F and about 1.8″ of possible rain through the month.
When did momondo last update prices for cars in San José del Cabo?
Prices for cars in San José del Cabo were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for cars in San José del Cabo?
As of August 2026, there are 95 operators available to choose from for cars in San José del Cabo.
How old do you have to be to hire a car in San José del Cabo?
The minimum age for drivers varies by country, including San José del Cabo. In numerous EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. To rent a car overseas, you'll generally need to be at least 21, and if you're under 25, a young driver surcharge may be applied. We advise that you read the policy of your chosen rental company before making a reservation.
What documentation or ID do you need to rent a car in San José del Cabo?
When renting a car in San José del Cabo, all drivers must present a full valid driving license. An International Driving Permit is required if the driving license is written in a language different to that of the country of rental and may be necessary to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you are renting abroad, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We always recommend checking with the individual rental company you are booking with.
Why use momondo?
Why should I use momondo to book a car rental in San José del Cabo?
You should book a car rental in San José del Cabo using momondo because it is quick, free and easy to use and could save you money. momondo does the hard work of finding the rental car prices and policies, all you need to do is compare and choose what works best for your trip.
How does momondo help me find the best car rental deal in San José del Cabo?
Filtering is how momondo helps you find a great rental car in San José del Cabo. Narrow your search using price and map features as well as filtering by fuel or mileage policies amongst many other filters available.
Does momondo show car rental deals in San José del Cabo with free cancellation?
Yes, whether it is for cars in San José del Cabo or elsewhere, momondo allows you to filter specifically for policies that offer free cancellation.
Can I rent a car with a fair fuel policy in San José del Cabo on momondo?
Fair fuel policies are specifically available to select on momondo, allowing you to refine your search for rental cars in San José del Cabo.
Can I find a car rental in San José del Cabo which offers enhanced cleaning on momondo?
Enhanced cleaning services can be found on all car rental locations on momondo including San José del Cabo.
Can I search for rental cars in San José del Cabo with unlimited mileage on momondo?
Absolutely. You can specifically filter for rental car deals in San José del Cabo with unlimited mileage on momondo.
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