Cheap Palo Alto automatic car rentals from $28/day

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a KAYAK user in the last 48 hours by searching for an automatic car rental in Palo Alto with a pick-up date of 9/18 and drop-off date of 9/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of rental. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Cheap automatic car rentals in Palo Alto

Ford Fiesta car
Ford Fiesta
or similar Small
2
2
4-5
$28/day
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Nissan Versa car
Nissan Versa
or similar Small
4
2
4-5
$32/day
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Mazda Mazda3 car
Mazda Mazda3
or similar Medium
5
3
4-5
$33/day
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Toyota Prius car
Toyota Prius
or similar Medium
5
3
2/4
$36/day
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Chevrolet Malibu car
Chevrolet Malibu
or similar Large
5
2
4-5
$51/day
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Chrysler Pacifica car
Chrysler Pacifica
or similar Van
5
5
4-5
$71/day
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Nissan Pathfinder car
Nissan Pathfinder
or similar SUV
5
2
4-5
$62/day
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Mazda CX-5 car
Mazda CX-5
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
$39/day
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Nissan Rogue car
Nissan Rogue
or similar SUV
4
2
4-5
$40/day
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Volkswagen Tiguan car
Volkswagen Tiguan
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
$44/day
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Class Special Car car
Class Special Car
or similar Category
5
5
2/4
$47/day
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KAYAK’s insights & trends for Palo Alto automatic car rentals

Check out the latest trends and booking tips to rent an automatic car in Palo Alto with confidence.

How far in advance should you book an automatic car in Palo Alto?

Booking an automatic car in Palo Alto at least one week in advance can help improve availability. Planning ahead increases your chances of securing popular automatic models at better rates.

Which rental companies offer the cheapest automatic cars in Palo Alto?

Recent searches show that the lowest automatic car prices in Palo Alto are usually offered by Turo, Fox and Europcar. Daily rates for automatic vehicles often start around $4, though prices can vary by pickup location and demand. Comparing multiple agencies helps secure better availability during peak periods.

What automatic car types are most commonly rented in Palo Alto?

The most popular automatic car type in Palo Alto is Medium, followed by SUV. These vehicles balance ease of driving with availability across 4 rental companies.

What is the cheapest month to rent an automatic car in Palo Alto?

The cheapest month to rent an automatic car in Palo Alto is usually January, when demand is lower and availability is higher. Prices peak during June, when automatic cars are in high demand and book out quickly. Traveling outside peak months can significantly reduce costs.

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Turo
Small
$46/day
$33/day

Palo Alto automatic car rental reviews and directory

 
All ratings and reviews are collected from KAYAK users with a verified car rental booking. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.

Budget

10.0

Wonderful
Best rated
Cheapest deal
Most popular

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

One location in Palo Alto

from$35/day

Locations in Palo Alto

4230 El Camino Real

+1 650 424 0684

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday08:00 - 12:00
Sunday08:00 - 12:00
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10.0 Wonderful

Tony, Nov 2023

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
All good

1 out of 1

Hertz

6.0

Okay

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.8

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.1

Value for money

6.1

2 locations in Palo Alto

from$111/day

Locations in Palo Alto

625 El Camino Real

+1 650 617 0386

Monday13:00 - 17:0008:00 - 12:00
Tuesday08:00 - 12:0013:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 12:0013:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 12:0013:00 - 17:00
Friday13:00 - 17:0008:00 - 12:00
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816 San Antonio Rd

+1 650 739 0370

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
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8.0 Very good

Frank, Aug 2025

Minivan

KAYAK
I had some trouble with the card reading machine but the agent was able to show me another way to complete my transaction.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Nov 2021

KAYAK
Staff member provided a vehicle that was a size smaller than what the reservation indicated, then lied about it when asked. I was eventually allowed to switch vehicles.

1 out of 3

Avis

6.4

Okay

One location in Palo Alto

from$36/day

Locations in Palo Alto

4230 El Camino Real

+1 650 493 8888

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday08:00 - 12:00
Sunday08:00 - 12:00
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Thrifty

5.2

Fair

One location in Palo Alto

from$36/day

Locations in Palo Alto

816 San Antonio Road

+1 650 739 0370

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
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19 travelers who rented a car in Palo Alto gave the car agency they used an average rating of 6.0

FAQs about renting an automatic car in Palo Alto

  • Which car rental companies offer automatic cars in Palo Alto?

    Automatic cars are widely available in Palo Alto, though availability can vary by pickup location and time of year.
    Rental companies that frequently offer automatic cars in Palo Alto include:

    1. Turo
    2. Provider's pick
    3. Budget
    4. Fox
    5. Thrifty

    To see what’s available for your travel dates, search on KAYAK and apply the “automatic transmission” filter.

  • Are automatic vans available to rent in Palo Alto?

    Yes, automatic vans are available to rent in Palo Alto, though selection is more limited than for standard automatic cars. Automatic vans in Palo Alto are primarily offered by Hertz. Availability is highest for advance bookings, particularly during busy travel periods.

  • How can I make sure I get an automatic car when renting in Palo Alto?

    To make sure you receive an automatic car in Palo Alto, use the Transmission filter during your search and select Automatic to exclude manual vehicles. Booking with providers such as Turo, or Provider's pick, and reserving around 58 days in advance further improves the likelihood of securing an automatic vehicle.

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