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Mitsubishi Outlander

or similar Intermediate SUV

Up to 5 passengers

$62/day

15 May - 22 May

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Kia Sportage

or similar Standard SUV

Up to 5 passengers

$64/day

15 May - 22 May

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Kia Forte

or similar Intermediate

Up to 5 passengers

$50/day

16 May - 23 May

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Toyota Yaris Cross

or similar Compact SUV

Up to 4 passengers

$51/day

15 May - 22 May

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Mazda CX-9

or similar Full-size SUV

Up to 5 passengers

4-door vehicles

$74/day

16 May - 23 May

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Toyota Auris

or similar Compact

Up to 4 passengers

$39/day

16 May - 23 May

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Ford Mustang Convertible

or similar Convertible

Up to 5 passengers

$113/day

22 May - 16 Jun

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Toyota Camry

or similar Full-size

Up to 5 passengers

$64/day

22 May - 16 Jun

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Toyota Camry

or similar Standard

Up to 5 passengers

$51/day

31 May - 2 Jun

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Midtown car hire directory

All major car hire suppliers in Midtown, San Diego

MEXRENTACAR

3.8

Poor

205 reviews•2 locations

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2.0

Poor|Sept 2022

No Mex Car agency at the San Diego Airport

2.0

Poor|July 2022

When we showed up to the airport we found out that the rental car place was not even located at the airport and we had to wait at a shuttle stop for a half hour only for nobody to show up. Then when we called there they said they were out of car rentals. So we had to find another car rental place at the last minute and everywhere was almost booked out. We found one place left and had to pay an absurd price because it was the day of. NEVER BOOK with this place. We heard this happened to many other people too.

2.0

Poor|July 2022

Worst experience I could imagine! After dealing with the girl giving me attitude when only calling to arrange the shuttle, to find out that they’re no longer in business? What?! No responsibility or apology, just told “they should have emailed you”.

2.0

Poor|July 2022

Scammed me. They canceled my same-day return reservation upon my arrival. Never gave me an advanced notification that it was not possible for their alleged inventory issues. Brings up the question of why continue to offer their service if they are aware of this ongoing issue? I have tried to contact them throughout the month after the incident to follow up with my refund to which I am greeted with voicemails and never a call back. Do not use this company. Poor customer service, poor online marketing (great for scamming), and poor communication.

2.0

Poor|July 2022

Bad customer service, indifferent attitude, overcommitting their vehicles, and then simply not having a car for you - will tell you that they do not honor the reservation you made on Kayak, they only honor reservations you make on their website.

2.0

Poor|June 2022

They are just scamming peoples. Even I declined to get coverage they charge for that. I would give them -5. I won’t recommend.

1 out of 69

Alamo

8.5

Very Good

47 reviews•1 location

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10.0

Wonderful|Sept 2023

It was great

6.0

Okay|July 2023

Pickup and dropoff super smooth. Vehicle was just ok—no navigation and none offered, and wireless charger didn’t work. Otherwise no issues with the car.

10.0

Wonderful|Feb 2023

The van was really new and spacious but no room for luggage

10.0

Wonderful|Jan 2023

Fast check in and out, friendly, clean

10.0

Wonderful|Dec 2022

I did not know how to lower the passenger seat angle, so it was stuck at an odd angle for the whole trip.

10.0

Wonderful|Sept 2022

Great experience all around!

1 out of 16

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.5

Good

47 reviews•2 locations

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10.0

Wonderful|Aug 2023

We got in a little late and the gentlemen at the counter was very kind and patient to wait for us to get things organized. He was supposed to close the counter and stayed open a little later for us. I don't remember his name but do remember he was from Massachusetts. Getting the car was super quick as well.

2.0

Poor|Aug 2023

Say on the web sit that to need a return flight in order to pick up a rental

10.0

Wonderful|Aug 2023

So fast, easy, and efficient! Specifically the San Diego airport operation is amazing. Totally different than the normal car rental experience

10.0

Wonderful|June 2023

Very friendly and helpful

10.0

Wonderful|Feb 2023

The evening male Long Beach staff member was particularly good to work with. Everything from checkout to return was fast and easy. There was a problem with the passenger side front seat belt, but the company was willing to handle it. In the end, we just "lived with it" for the few hours left.

2.0

Poor|Dec 2022

They canceled my reservation and wrecked my whole trip

1 out of 16

Budget

6.5

Okay

35 reviews•1 location

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10.0

Wonderful|Sept 2023

Really appreciated how easy and fast the car reservation process was, both online and in-person when we arrived. Friendly and helpful agents, everything was smooth at check-in and check-out. We were grateful that they were open at 3 am when we arrived at the airport! Hours of operation, plus friendly and professional customer service made for an overall positive experience.

2.0

Poor|June 2023

The pick up process was against aggravating, for some reason they were asking for two forms of picture ID, and at the end ended up accepting a non picture ID as my second form of ID. They angered me for no reason. So right off the start I regret renting with these people. I rent cars often and this was the first time this has happened, must be a budget thing… so never again

2.0

Poor|June 2023

When I made the reservation, I was told the cost expected at pick was over $300 cheaper than I 2qs told Athens I checked in. This was a huge setback for my and it cost me not only hours of my time but more financial resources.

10.0

Wonderful|June 2023

We rented a car at Budget. The shuttle picked us up at the airport and took us straight to the car rental facility. Our car was brand new and very clean. We had a similar experience for drop off and everyone rode comfortably and safely. I will definitely rent from Budget again.

2.0

Poor|May 2023

Prices are high

10.0

Wonderful|Apr 2023

Car was in OK shape.

1 out of 12

Avis

6.4

Okay

53 reviews•1 location

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2.0

Poor|Aug 2023

I was denied a car because I did not have a foreign license. I booked while I was overseas and but have an American license. They refused to give me a car. Then I had to go through a long process to try to get the money back. Still have not received it and it’s been nearly 1 month. Will never book with Avis/Budget again.

2.0

Poor|Aug 2023

Falsely advertised Fees charges, and Gas mileage

6.0

Okay|June 2023

At pick up the guy at the counter wanted me to rebook because I have a California Driver’s license even though I got the car rental with my booking with British Airways and when I told him I live in the UK he doubled down. I showed him my UK driver’s license and itinerary confirming I was returning to the UK. He begrudgingly had to give me what I had already paid for and didn’t bother telling me there was a QR code to expedite exit instead I had to get in a very long queue. On return the attendants to receiver the car were very nice and helpful however the process of closing the booking involved having to wait in queue with people who were picking up their cars and then when I finally got the counter the guy didn’t know what to do and had to ask for help from his manager.

2.0

Poor|June 2023

They charge more once you pickup, and there’s no workaround

2.0

Poor|Jan 2023

Terrible service They did not respect my reservation, I had to walk to SIXT, and they did a great job and friendly service Avis think they’re doing you a favor Never go back

10.0

Wonderful|Jan 2023

Everything was simple and easy. From booking the online reservation, to securing the vehicle, to drop-off. Affordable too.

1 out of 18

Dollar

6.3

Okay

47 reviews•2 locations

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6.0

Okay|Nov 2024

Would have been nice if they had car quoted on lot. They did not and gave me an acceptable alternative.

2.0

Poor|Aug 2023

Never even got to get a rental.. Paid through kayak and was told using a third party was a big mistake by Dollar. They wanted a $500 deposit bc I had a debit card. Ended up losing money and using a different car service called Turo.

2.0

Poor|May 2023

We arrived at 12:30am and, along with several other customers, to discover they had no cars despite all of us having reservations. They locked the doors & wouldn’t talk to us for awhile, then told us all to come back the next day. We had to take an Uber 45 minutes to and from our hotel. Will not use them again- terrible customer service. What is the point if a reservation if they don’t hold a car for you!?

4.0

Mediocre|Apr 2023

They need to show to underage prices

8.0

Very Good|Mar 2023

The only problem was there were no cars readily available. We waited about 45 minutes after we went to the check-in counter. We passed on taking the electric vehicle, so waited for the next.

4.0

Mediocre|Jan 2023

Lots of hidden fees, my rental had damages prior ro pick up that wasnt disclosed, overall dont recommend.

1 out of 16

Thrifty

5.8

Fair

64 reviews•2 locations

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8.0

Very Good|Sept 2023

No complaints.

2.0

Poor|Aug 2023

Terrible Rental desk closed upon arrival Had to rebook with another vendor Did not use this service

2.0

Poor|July 2023

They overcharged me, need to call customer support to fix

4.0

Mediocre|Feb 2023

It took me 41 minutes waiting in line to get a car. It should be better staffed given the pint of reservations that day.

2.0

Poor|Feb 2023

We reserved a Mustang convertible ( or similar ) but were told that none were available. We could upgrade to a premium convertible, which we agreed to, but were then told that because we didn’t have a paper copy of our car insurance policy, we couldn’t rent it. We were then told that a convertible WAS available, so we lugged our luggage to the space only to find it empty. No one was in the car area (it was now 11:45 pm). We lugged our luggage back to the office and the manager couldn’t be located, but we were told that there was a BMW convertible available. Back we went, loaded our luggage into the car, but the roof was not working. An employee tried to assist us, but was unable to get it to work…after consulting the owners manual and multiple attempts. We were then given the choice of a sedan. We left the airport rental facility at 12:30 am, exhausted and disappointed! Doesn’t matter to Thrifty what type of vehicle you “reserve” and pre-pay for!! NEVER AGAIN!!! Done with Thrifty!!!

2.0

Poor|Jan 2023

2 hour wait to pick up. This is the second time this has happened, went next door to Sixt and was on my way in about 8 minutes as I didn’t have the time to wait in a ridiculously long line. LOTS of unhappy people.

1 out of 22

Hertz

5.8

Fair

20 reviews•2 locations

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10.0

Wonderful|Feb 2023

Needed a panel truck. Process was fast, people friendly, and the truck was very clean.

8.0

Very Good|Sept 2022

Free shuttle.

2.0

Poor|Sept 2022

They booked me a rental at a location that was closed the day that I was scheduled to pick up. There other location was out of cars and I would not be able to pick up the car I booked for 3 days since it was a holiday weekend. I booked this rental months in advance and had to go to the only other company that had any cars available and pay nearly $400 more. They refunded me but it didn’t even come close to covering what their mistake cost me. I will never book a car with Hertz again or through a third party.

8.0

Very Good|Aug 2022

Good overall experience. Got a free upgrade to!

10.0

Wonderful|May 2022

Overall great rental experience. Minor annoyance was that the car was at a hotel at a different location, so we had to be taken there first where we had to wait a while for a staff member to fetch the car from the parking lot before bringing it to us.

10.0

Wonderful|Jan 2022

Nice car. Professional staff. Easy in and out

1 out of 7

Driving with a car hire in Midtown - FAQs

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

How much does it cost to hire a car in Midtown?

On average, it will cost you $84 per day to hire a car in Midtown. Depending on the time of year, what type of car you hire, and what agency you hire from, you could end up paying as much as $134 per day or as little as $59 per day. The price of a car hire in Midtown commonly fluctuates by about 56%.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Midtown?

The cheapest car hire companies in Midtown are Dollar, Budget and Avis. In the past 72 hours, momondo users have found hire prices as low as $58/day from Dollar, $64/day from Budget, and $78/day from Avis.

What is the best rental car company in Midtown?

Alamo is considered the best car rental company in Midtown based on our data - 102 reviews have given them an average customer satisfaction score of 8.6 out of 10.

What is the most popular type of car to hire in Midtown?

SUV or similar cars are the most popular type of car to hire in Midtown, with 30% of our users choosing this type over other options. Hiring SUV cars in Midtown costs, on average, $93/day. Keep in mind that prices may fluctuate based on when you visit, what neighbourhood you stay in, and what agency you hire from.

Is car hire cheaper in other San Diego neighbourhoods?

Little Italy and Otay Mesa are the cheapest neighbourhoods to hire a car in San Diego. We found that Economy Rent a Car is the cheapest car hire company in Little Italy with an average cost of $52/day. Dollar is the most affordable hire company in Otay Mesa with prices averaging $64/day.

How long do people hire a car when staying in Midtown?

The majority of momondo users will hire a car in Midtown for 23 days at an average cost of $83 per day. Hiring for 1 week will cost a total of $640, while hiring for just the weekend will cost $230 in total. You can also hire a car for a month or longer if need be - according to our data, hiring a car for a month in Midtown costs, on average, $3,817 total.

When is the best time to hire a car in Midtown?

January is the best time of year to hire a car when visiting Midtown. During this month, you can find car hire prices for $61/day on average if you book at least 7 days ahead of your trip. If you can, try to avoid hiring a car in Midtown during the month of July, when prices average $97/day.

When did momondo last update prices for cars in Midtown?

Prices for cars in Midtown are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for cars in Midtown?

The number of operators available for cars in Midtown is 45 as of April 2025.

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

Age requirements for drivers vary depending on the country, including Midtown. 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 Midtown?

To hire a car in Midtown, 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 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 proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We 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 Midtown?

Using momondo to book a car hire in Midtown could save you time and money. momondo searches thousands of car hire websites and locations to provide you with a wide selection of options and cars to choose from.

How does momondo help me find the best car hire deal in Midtown?

Once you have performed a search for a car hire in Midtown, 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.