Irvine car rentals from $29/day

The SUV is still the king of the cars in California, and there is a good reason why. The weather in the state can throw everything at drivers, from blithering sunlight, to torrential rains, even to snow, and an SUV can handle all of the above with ease. It is also not too bulky and still a comfortable car to drive in the city as well.

When driving close to school or pedestrian zones as well as residential areas, the speed limit is 25 mph. On highways, speed limits are clearly marked on the right-hand side and are usually between 65 and 70 mph. Always adapt your speed to the road and weather conditions and slow down if the traffic requires it.

Parking in red zones in Irvine is prohibited, so always check the signs and curb before parking the car. On-street parking is metered and can vary in time restrictions and prices, so always read the designated sign. Usually Sundays and public holidays are free. Alternatively, there are parking garages like Ace Parking or Irvine Towers where cars can also be parked over a longer period of time.

On average a rental car in Irvine costs $52 per day. But prices differ between operators and you can save money through a price comparison of car rental deals from different agencies. The cheapest price for a car rental in Irvine found in the last 2 weeks is $34.

In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Hertz ($29/day), GREEN MOTION ($33/day) and Stop Then Go Rent A Car ($69/day). In the last 72 hours the cheapest rental car price was found at Hertz 51 Auto Center Drive Ste A-4 92618 (6 miles from city center).

The average gas price in Irvine is $3.55 per gallon over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between $43 and $57, depending on the car size.

Intermediate (Mazda Mazda5 or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Irvine.

Car rental companies onsite at Los Angeles airport include Fox, Hertz, Ace, Budget, Midway, Priceless, Airport Van, Kyte, Sixt and Dollar.

Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Los Angeles airport to off-airport locations include Hertz, Budget, Midway, Priceless, Airport Van, Sixt, Dollar, Thrifty, NU Car, and Economy Rent a Car.

Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.

An Intermediate car rental in Irvine costs $26 per day, on average.

A Compact car rental in Irvine costs $31 per day, on average.

A Luxury car rental in Irvine costs $59 per day, on average.

On average a rental car in Irvine costs $363 per week ($52 per day).

On average a rental car in Irvine costs $1,556 per month ($52 per day).

Most car rental providers in Irvine offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car rental in Irvine, check out KAYAK's car rental insurance guide.

KAYAK has deals for you to compare from 14 car rental agencies in Irvine.

Finding the right price, understanding the add-ons and staying up to date with policy changes can be a challenge. That’s why KAYAK has produced the ultimate guide to renting a car to help you cut though the jargon and make the right choice for your rental car. Find tips and insights for how to book your rental, what car rental insurance you’ll need, how to deal with a car rental agency and what extra fees to expect (and avoid!).

KAYAK searches thousands of car rental agencies to provide you with offers from all car rental agencies operating in Irvine so that you can compare car rental rates, reviews and pick-up and drop-off locations to find the best deal for you.

When driving your cheap car rental in Irvine, be careful when passing the intersection at Jamboree Rd and Walnut Ave as this intersection has the most road accidents in the town. Make sure to use your turn signals and do not drive erratically to protect yourself and other road users. Other very busy intersections in the town include Alton Pkwy and Gateway, Culver Dr, and Irvine Bl.

Your car rental agreement with the car rental provider will determine how and where you are able to return the car rental. Contactless drop-off is the most convenient return option that allows you to drop the vehicle off at a predetermined location.