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Car hires in San Jose, California

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Best deals found for San Jose, California car hire

Find great deals below on a variety of popular rental car types in San Jose, California
Mitsubishi Mirage car
Mitsubishi Mirage
or similar SMALL
2
2
4-5
M
$46/day
Nissan Versa car
Nissan Versa
or similar SMALL
4
2
2/4
M
$66/day
Toyota Corolla car
Toyota Corolla
or similar MEDIUM
5
3
2/4
M
$55/day
Class Standard Car car
Class Standard Car
or similar MEDIUM
5
3
4-5
M
$66/day
Nissan Altima car
Nissan Altima
or similar LARGE
5
2
4-5
M
$48/day
Chrysler Pacifica car
Chrysler Pacifica
or similar VAN
5
5
4-5
M
$81/day
Class Full-size SUV car
Class Full-size SUV
or similar SUV
5
2
4-5
M
$84/day
Infiniti Q50 car
Infiniti Q50
or similar LUXURY
5
5
4-5
M
$74/day
RAM Pickup car
RAM Pickup
or similar PICKUPTRUCK
5
3
2/4
M
$75/day
BMW X5 car
BMW X5
or similar SUV
5
5
4-5
M
$99/day
Ford EcoSport car
Ford EcoSport
or similar SUV
4
2
4-5
M
$50/day
Kia Sportage car
Kia Sportage
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
M
$58/day
Dodge Journey car
Dodge Journey
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
M
$59/day
Audi Q5 car
Audi Q5
or similar SUV
5
5
4-5
M
$112/day

Car hire insight and trends in San Jose

Useful insights to help you book the perfect car hire in San Jose

What is the cheapest car hire agency in San Jose?

The cheapest car hire in San Jose are generally found through Thrifty. When booking with Thrifty, you may be able to find car hire prices for as low as $48/day. The average price to hire a car in San Jose is $52/day.

What car hire company in San Jose has the most locations?

Hertz has the most locations of any car hire company in San Jose, with 11 locations.

San Jose, California car hire deals found on momondo

Find the car hire in San Jose that's right for you

Small cars

$51 - $147

All Car Types

$64 - $133

The average price of a small car hire in San Jose, the United States is $81. The cheapest time to hire a small car in San Jose, the United States is in May. The price is 38% lower than the rest of the year at just $51 per day. A small car rental is typically 10% less expensive than the average rental car in San Jose. The average price of a vehicle hire in San Jose can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for San Jose small car hire found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a medium car hire in San Jose, the United States is $87. The cheapest time to hire a medium car in San Jose, the United States is in December. The price is 20% lower than the rest of the year at just $70 per day. A medium car rental is typically 4% less expensive than the average rental car in San Jose. The average price of a vehicle hire in San Jose can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for San Jose medium car hire found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a large car hire in San Jose, the United States is $110. The cheapest time to hire a large car in San Jose, the United States is in July. The price is 34% lower than the rest of the year at just $74 per day. A large car rental is typically 19% more expensive than the average rental car in San Jose. The average price of a vehicle hire in San Jose can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for San Jose large car hire found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a SUV hire in San Jose, the United States is $88. The cheapest time to hire a SUV in San Jose, the United States is in January. The price is 28% lower than the rest of the year at just $64 per day. A SUV rental is typically 3% less expensive than the average rental car in San Jose. The average price of a vehicle hire in San Jose can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for San Jose SUV hire found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a luxury car hire in San Jose, the United States is $61. The cheapest time to hire a luxury car in San Jose, the United States is in June. The price is 15% lower than the rest of the year at just $52 per day. A luxury car rental is typically 33% less expensive than the average rental car in San Jose. The average price of a vehicle hire in San Jose can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for San Jose luxury car hire found on momondo in the past week.

Kia Picanto
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

$46/day

14 Jan - 21 Jan
Kia Picanto
Toyota Corolla
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers

$66/day

14 Jan - 21 Jan
Toyota Corolla

San Jose car hire directory

All major car hire suppliers in San Jose, California

Hertz

6.3
Okay
66 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

7.0

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

6.3

Budget

6.2
Okay
56 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

6.1

Alamo

8.4
Very Good
27 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

8.0

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.2
Very Good
15 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.9

Value

8.0

Dollar

7.6
Good
20 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.4

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

7.7

Thrifty

7.0
Good
16 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.2

Overall

6.9

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

6.6

Avis

6.7
Okay
20 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Overall

6.7

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

7.1

Airport Van

6.0
Okay
2 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.0

Driving with a car hire in San Jose - FAQs

Learn everything there is to know about hiring a car in San Jose so you can be properly prepared for your next trip

Is there a fee to cancel my San Jose, California car hire?

When you hire a car in San Jose, popular agencies such as Fox, Hertz, and Enterprise Rent-A-Car will generally offer free cancellation. While momondo does not have any control over cancellation policies for rental cars in San Jose, we can help you find the cheapest car to hire for your upcoming trip.

What is the speed limit in San Jose, California?

San Jose’s speed limit is 40 km/h when you are driving in the city. This speed limit might also apply to surrounding towns and neighbourhoods. The suburban speed limit in San Jose is 120 km/h and the speed limit for motorways is 120 km/h. However, be sure to look for posted signage as these speeds may vary.

What car hire company has the Nissan Pathfinder in San Jose?

What is the weather like in San Jose, CA in December?

Typically, the weather in San Jose through the month of December is 10 °C and the expected precipitation is 66 mm. This is important information to know when hiring a car so you can be sure to rent the perfect car for the expected weather.

Is the weather in San Jose similar to the rest of California?

The climate in California during December is usually 11 °C with an expected 67.1 mm of precipitation throughout the month. Those looking to hire a car and leave from San Jose on a road trip to the surrounding area should take note of this information.

When did momondo last update prices for cars in San Jose?

Prices for cars in San Jose are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for cars in San Jose?

How old do you have to be to hire a car in San Jose?

Age requirements for drivers vary depending on the country, including San Jose. In several EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. Generally, to hire a car overseas, you must be at least 21 years old, and if you're under 25, you may be charged a young driver surcharge. It's recommended that you review the policy of your preferred hire company before booking.

What documentation or ID do you need to hire a car in San Jose?

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


Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to book a car hire in San Jose?

You should book a car hire in San Jose using momondo because it is quick, free and easy to use and could save you money. momondo does the hard work of finding the car hire 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 hire deal in San Jose?

Once you have performed a search for a car hire in San Jose, momondo will show the results and enable you to find the best deal by using our filters; here you can narrow your search down by vehicle type, price, agencies and a multitude of policies that can apply.

Does momondo show car hire deals in San Jose with free cancellation?

Yes momondo does have a filter to only highlight car hire deals which offer free cancellation. This filter is available for all car hire searches on momondo including those for cars in San Jose.

Can I hire a car with a fair fuel policy in San Jose on momondo?

momondo specifically allows you to search for car hire in San Jose with fair fuel policies.

Can I find a car hire in San Jose which offers enhanced cleaning on momondo?

Yes, momondo can show you specific deals which include enhanced cleaning on car hire in San Jose.

Can I search for car hire in San Jose with unlimited mileage on momondo?

momondo offers a filter specifically for unlimited mileage on car hire in San Jose.


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