SUV Hire in San Diego from just $41

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Best deals found for San Diego, California SUV hire

Find great deals below on a variety of popular hire SUVs in San Diego, California

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Kia Sportage

or similar Compact SUV

Up to 4 passengers

$41/day

30 Nov - 7 Dec

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Kia Seltos

or similar Intermediate SUV

Up to 5 passengers

$46/day

8 Nov - 26 Nov

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Hyundai Ioniq

or similar Standard SUV

Up to 5 passengers

$57/day

26 Dec - 16 Jan

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LDV D90

or similar Full-size SUV

Up to 5 passengers

$64/day

11 Nov - 20 Nov

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Jeep Grand Cherokee

or similar Premium SUV

Up to 5 passengers

$73/day

27 Oct - 10 Nov

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Car hire insight and trends in San Diego

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

Which SUV hire agency in San Diego has the cheapest SUV hire prices?

Hiring a SUV in San Diego is cheapest when using Hertz at their location in the city. The best daily rate a momondo has found is $56, but typically it’s best to assume your SUV rental will cost $116/day.

Which SUV hire company in San Diego has the most locations?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car is very popular in San Diego, California, as they have more locations than any other SUV hire company. You can find 15 locations in the city of San Diego, California and can expect to pay about $245/day for your hire SUV in San Diego, California.

San Diego SUV hire directory

All major SUV hire suppliers in San Diego, California

Budget

6.5

Okay

121 reviews•11 locations

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Recent reviews

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.

10.0

Wonderful|Aug 2023

Nice staff

2.0

Poor|Aug 2023

Both the interiors and exteriors of the vehicles that we had were dirty and damaged. Rental cars were not serviced regularly. We went through 3 vehicles; one of them died in a parking lot while we were eating lunch. Roadside Assistance was going to take more than 2 hours to reach us for a jump-start; more contractors are needed to help rental customers. We then had to drive out of our way to switch out of the 2nd car.

10.0

Wonderful|Aug 2023

The car was nice, easy to drive and clean. The only issue was finding parking for return. Staff was very friendly.

2.0

Poor|July 2023

I said I’d pick-up at 5:00 PM. We arrived at 5:20 PM slowed by heavy traffic and the office was closed!! Very disappointed! Could not pickup next day, Had to leave San Diego at 6:00 AM!

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

1 out of 41

Budget Locations in San Diego

Avis

6.3

Okay

144 reviews•12 locations

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2.0

Poor|Aug 2023

Horrible communication and continually charged me unfairly.

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.

10.0

Wonderful|Aug 2023

Pickup location was not clear and we ended up in the wrong place, having to rent a car to get to the one we originally requested. Luckily, the staff at the 2nd location was able to help us keep our original rental with minimal problems-they were exemplary!

2.0

Poor|Aug 2023

Falsely advertised Fees charges, and Gas mileage

4.0

Mediocre|July 2023

I booked online with Avis. It said there was a car available. I paid for an Uber to get to the location. When I arrived, she said they had no car for me! So, from there, I had to Uber (fee of $59) to airport location with more selection of cars. I told them what happened and they didn’t try to give me any inconvenience discount and the guy didn’t seem to care at all. I asked him to give me an economy car, but he ignored my request. He gave me a midsize, even when there were other smaller cars available! Not only that, he asked for another ID other than my DL and my CC?! Why? I am 51 years old, not 25 and under! Is it because I look young. Discrimination! Never again will I use Avis! I usually go to other car rental companies, like Hertz. They never gave me a hard time.

2.0

Poor|June 2023

When we made the reservation, you booked the car by Tijuana even though I had made the reservation for the San Diego International airport. That caused quite the confusion at the counter. Why was the car booked there instead of the airport? The price was much higher than what our reservation indicated. they are now giving me a refund for the difference.

1 out of 48

Avis Locations in San Diego

Hertz

5.7

Fair

284 reviews•12 locations

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Recent reviews

2.0

Poor|Aug 2023

Dollar was good. Hertz terrible although I know Hertz owns Dollar. Hertz confirmed my San Diego International Airport two days before my flight with the pick up in Tia Juana. I called to straighten it out and they blamed it on Kayak. They said they could get me a car at the airport for $1,100 or about $700 more then original quote. Only when I kept complaining did they do a "courtesy" and book me on Dollar. A Hertz hussle.

2.0

Poor|Aug 2023

You booked my rental 30 minures from the airport!!!

2.0

Poor|Aug 2023

I rented the car for San Diego airport. However, it was not the main San Diego airport!!! It was an airport 30 miles south of the main airport. When I booked the car, it said San Diego airport -- not that it was 30 miles south. I was originally to pay around $420. I ended up paying $940!!! I feel as if I was tricked to renting the original job. I won't use Kayak again......

4.0

Mediocre|Aug 2023

My reservations was missing.

10.0

Wonderful|Aug 2023

Easy pick up and return

2.0

Poor|Aug 2023

Kayak booked my reservation for pickup at Tijuana Airport instead on San Diego Airport so when I arrived at the counter in San Diego there was no reservation and I ended up having to pay almost tipple the reservation rate

1 out of 95

Hertz Locations in San Diego

MEXRENTACAR

3.5

Poor

196 reviews•4 locations

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2.0

Poor|Nov 2022

They over charge me and in top of that they charge twice, Mex rental car is a fuckig scam. I gonna publish it in all social media plataforms. Never rent a car whit Kayak or Mex rental car. All you guys a a fraud

2.0

Poor|Oct 2022

They have a lot of additional requirements to rent that are discriminatory against military members and in my opinion violate the service member civil relief act.

2.0

Poor|Oct 2022

This was the poorest most chaotic, misleading rental I have ever booked. I will never rent from this company, OR KAYAK, EVER again.

2.0

Poor|Sept 2022

I couldn’t pick up the car because they asked for different documents, they requested a different amount and they didn’t allow me to cancel the reservation.

2.0

Poor|Sept 2022

No Mex Car agency at the San Diego Airport

8.0

Very Good|Sept 2022

The clerk that helped me was very honest and the vehicle I rented was in very good condition. I think the security deposit was higher than what was disclosed on the post and I wish the post was upfront about it. I did get my entire deposit back and everything turned out good.

1 out of 66

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.2

Good

85 reviews•15 locations

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10.0

Wonderful|Sept 2023

Jake was extremely helpful with my rental pickup, and quick and efficient as I had to make an appointment shortly after pickup. Thanks Jake and enterprise!

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|June 2023

Staffs in the Mira Mesa office were super nice and helpful

1 out of 29

Enterprise Rent-A-Car Locations in San Diego

Sixt

7.1

Good

63 reviews•3 locations

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Recent reviews

10.0

Wonderful|Sept 2023

The guy at the counter was great

10.0

Wonderful|Mar 2023

Best, easiest rental experience I've ever had

10.0

Wonderful|Feb 2023

Pick up and drop off the fastest and easiest I have ever had

6.0

Okay|Feb 2023

While I was shopping for rentals, I found an x5. I do realize that it could have been an x5 or similar. Right, when I confirmed, the price changed to $100 more. On the confirmation it showed a Mercedes. On the day of pick up. They had a Volvo for us. I mentioned that I was suppose to get a Mercedes. They informed me that they did not have Mercedes but for more money. I could get what I originally had picked the x5. Almost 200 more! So in total is was about 300 more. I feel like that was such a scam!!!!

10.0

Wonderful|Jan 2023

Really easy and quick return of deposit.

10.0

Wonderful|Dec 2022

The representative that assisted me when renting was professional and well versed in the offerings available at that time and assisted in getting us into a vehicle when our initial pre-paid vehicle wasn't in. Everything was done right and return was smooth. Thanks for your services.

1 out of 21

Dollar

6.2

Okay

58 reviews•8 locations

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6.0

Okay|July 2025

Although they reversed it after two emails and a phone call, they originally charged me $30 for gas even though the vehicle was returned full.

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.

1 out of 20

Thrifty

5.8

Fair

60 reviews•5 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 20

Quick facts about SUV hire in San Diego

Get the overview on great SUV hire deals, popular SUV hire companies, and the best SUV models for your visit to San Diego

Most Popular Agency	Hertz
Cheapest SUV	$65
Most Popular SUV Model	Hyundai Santa Fe

The most popular San Diego car hire agency found on momondo this month is Hertz. Other top choices for car hire companies are Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Budget

The lowest price for SUV in San Diego is $65/day. For this area, you can expect average prices starting from $123/day.

The most popular SUV to hire in San Diego in the past 7 days is the Hyundai Santa Fe. Our users also prefer the Mitsubishi Outlander as an alternative.

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Driving with a hired SUV in San Diego - FAQs

Learn everything there is to know about hiring an SUV in San Diego so you can be properly prepared for your next trip

How much will it cost to hire SUV in San Diego, California in October?

Our data shows that for SUV rental deals during October in San Diego, you can expect to pay around $180 per day. A particularly good SUV rental deal might be around $56, which is the lowest quote for San Diego we've seen so far.

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

Prices for cars in San Diego are refreshed on a daily basis.

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

As of October 2025, there are 150 operators available to choose from for cars in San Diego.

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

The minimum age for drivers varies by country, including San Diego. 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 applied. We advise that you read the policy of your chosen hire company before making a reservation.

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

All drivers must have a valid full driving license when hiring a car in San Diego. If the license is written in a different language from the country of hire, an International Driving Permit may be required to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you're hiring a car overseas, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. It is always advisable to check with the individual hire company you're booking with.