Cheap San Diego automatic car rentals from $24/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 San Diego with a pick-up date of 5/30 and drop-off date of 6/7. 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 San Diego

Hyundai Accent car
Hyundai Accent
or similar Small
2
2
4-5
$24/day
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Ford Focus car
Ford Focus
or similar Small
4
2
4-5
$25/day
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Toyota Corolla car
Toyota Corolla
or similar Medium
5
3
2/4
$29/day
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Volkswagen Jetta car
Volkswagen Jetta
or similar Medium
5
3
4-5
$29/day
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Nissan Altima car
Nissan Altima
or similar Large
5
2
4-5
$30/day
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Nissan Quest car
Nissan Quest
or similar Van
5
5
4-5
$51/day
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Mercedes-Benz GLK car
Mercedes-Benz GLK
or similar SUV
5
2
4-5
$47/day
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Nissan Frontier car
Nissan Frontier
or similar Pickup truck
5
3
2/4
$33/day
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Jaguar F-Pace car
Jaguar F-Pace
or similar SUV
5
5
4-5
$50/day
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Class Special Car car
Class Special Car
or similar Category
5
5
2/4
$26/day
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Hyundai Venue car
Hyundai Venue
or similar SUV
4
2
4-5
$32/day
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Jeep Patriot car
Jeep Patriot
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
$33/day
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Class Standard SUV car
Class Standard SUV
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
$37/day
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Which rental companies offer the cheapest automatic cars in San Diego?

Recent searches show that the lowest automatic car prices in San Diego 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 San Diego?

The most popular automatic car type in San Diego is SUV, followed by Small. These vehicles balance ease of driving with availability across 9 rental companies.

What is the cheapest month to rent an automatic car in San Diego?

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

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San Diego automatic car rental reviews and directory

 
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Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.2

Good

Read 73 reviews

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.5

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.2

Value for money

7.0

12 locations in San Diego

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from$54/day

Locations in San Diego

1333 Camino Del Rio South

+1 619 260 1505

Monday08:00 - 17:30
Tuesday08:00 - 17:30
Wednesday08:00 - 17:30
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2305 Pacific Hwy

+1 619 294 7774

Monday08:00 - 17:30
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2740 Lytton Street

+1 619 225 0848

Monday07:30 - 17:30
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2780 Garnet Ave

+1 858 490 1510

Monday07:30 - 17:30
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2942 Kettner Blvd

+1 619 294 7774

Monday08:00 - 17:30
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3355 Admiral Boland Way

+1 833 763 1739

Monday04:30 - 23:59
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3851 El Cajon Blvd

+1 619 229 2300

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6330 Marindustry Dr

+1 858 455 0075

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6620 Mira Mesa Boulevard

+1 858 404 0700

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7993 Balboa Avenue

+1 858 560 9050

Monday07:30 - 17:30
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900 F St Ste 167

+1 619 696 5000

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9292 Miramar Rd # 28

+1 858 689 8523

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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Apr 2026

Passenger van

KAYAK
Excellent customer service

2.0 Poor

Michael, Mar 2026

Pickup truck

KAYAK
Didn’t have truck available when I went to go pick up

2.0 Poor

Acsser, Dec 2025

Economy

KAYAK
Couldn’t get the rental because they don’t offer apple pay . I hope I get my 90 dollars deposit back too

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Nov 2025

Convertible

KAYAK
Great check-in, vehicle and experience all round. Super easy.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Oct 2025

Economy

KAYAK
Good price, clean and in order vehicle, easy all along the process

10.0 Wonderful

Joseph, Oct 2025

Pickup truck

KAYAK
Customer Service was excellent

1 out of 25

Budget

6.6

Okay

Read 129 reviews
Best rated

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.6

Value for money

6.6

11 locations in San Diego

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from$38/day

Locations in San Diego

1110 Torrey Pines Road Suite H

+1 858 456 2124

Monday08:00 - 17:30
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1350 6th Ave Suite #170

+1 619 544 0510

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1670 Kettner Boulevard Suite 1

+1 619 231 7162

Monday08:00 - 17:30
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2745 Otay Pacific Dr

+1 619 644 1362

Monday06:00 - 23:59
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2790 Kurtz Street Suite 1

+1 619 574 6975

Monday07:00 - 16:00
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3355 Admiral Boland Way

+1 619 680 4949

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3890 Valley Centre Dr Ste 103

+1 858 755 7457

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4550 La Jolla Village Drive

+1 858 320 9017

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500 Hotel Circle North

+1 619 220 0294

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7815 Balboa Avenue

+1 858 974 8632

Monday08:00 - 17:30
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8720 Miramar Road

+1 858 271 0035

Monday07:30 - 17:30
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6.0 Okay

Anonymous, Apr 2026

Passenger van

KAYAK
Everything was good besides the poor directions I got for the drop off. There was just a note to return it in the San Jose, CA airport rental return building's address, 3rd level. That's it. When I arrived there was no budget sign anywhere and there was noone to ask because of out of working hours return. I didn't know where to leave the car. I called them but they didn't help. Finally I found the security guy who directed me to what to do but that's not his job that's Budget's job.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Apr 2026

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
All good except they wanted to give me a different class — a minivan. But, they finally found a small SUV.

10.0 Wonderful

Vladimir, Mar 2026

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
Clean car. Fast and friendly service.

2.0 Poor

Chris, Mar 2026

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
You misled the price. I won’t be using kayak again.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Mar 2026

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
Budget upcharged us $691 for a change in drop-off site , after telling us that there would be no additional charge. Speaking with them yielded no refund. we are now going to our state's attorney general and the Better Business Bureau for help. BEWARE.

4.0 Mediocre

Anonymous, Mar 2026

Compact

KAYAK
The value was great. The safety features on the vehicle are going to kill someone (lane assist,automatically braking), clerk in San Diego was rude

1 out of 43

Avis

6.3

Okay

Read 143 reviews

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.2

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.6

Value for money

6.4

12 locations in San Diego

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Locations in San Diego

1110 Torrey Pines Road Suite H

+1 858 454 4621

Monday08:00 - 17:30
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1339 Orange Ave - Ste 8, Coronado

+1 888 534 8237

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1350 6th Ave Suite #170

+1 619 544 0438

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1670 Kettner Boulevard Suite 1

+1 619 231 7137

Monday08:00 - 17:30
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2790 Kurtz Street Suite 1

+1 619 220 4920

Monday07:00 - 16:00
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3355 Admiral Boland Way

+1 619 688 5000

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3890 Valley Centre Dr Ste 103

+1 858 755 0400

Monday08:00 - 17:30
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4550 La Jolla Village Drive

+1 858 450 6553

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500 Hotel Circle North

+1 619 574 5377

Monday08:00 - 17:30
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7815 Balboa Avenue

+1 858 974 8630

Monday08:00 - 17:30
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8720 Miramar Road

+1 858 271 0018

Monday07:30 - 17:30
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Cross Border Xpress - 2745 Otay Pacific Dr

+1 619 588 1309

Monday06:00 - 23:59
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6.0 Okay

Anonymous, May 2026

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
Counter staff tried to tell me that my personal State Farm insurance is invalid in California to get me to purchase additional insurance. The car also smelled.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Apr 2026

Standard SUV

KAYAK
The Mazda CX90 was spacious, stylish, and great on gas. It was in mint condition.

8.0 Very good

Anonymous, Mar 2026

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
The only issue is how long it takes to get the car. Lines are long.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Mar 2026

Intermediate

KAYAK
I was unable to pickup my vehicle. Avis stated that vehicle was at a different location but my reservation was the correct one in my email. Avis would not honor the reservation I made with you. I tried contacting Kayak and I was unable to contact or get a hold of anyone to correct your mistake. I had to rent another vehicle with budget and it delayed my whole trip and added expenses I hadn’t planned for. I will not be using your company again.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Feb 2026

Supplier choice

KAYAK
Computer systems were slow or something so the guy running the desk says. There was one guy working the entire line. He was multitasking so he was great but really needed more people working. Took over half an hour to get thru 4 rentals. My rental took 3 minutes to so I’m not sure what the other people’s situation was but I paid extra because I figured Avis was better. Could have paid 2/3 less and gone with Payless for probably the same wait time.

6.0 Okay

Anonymous, Dec 2025

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
My first comment: At check-in I advised that I would fill the gas tank prior to drop off. At drop off i requested to get a printed copy of the receipt from the person checking the car in. I then noticed that she charged me $18 for fuel. I then asked her why I was charged for fuel when I brought the car in full of fuel. She asked to see the fuel receipt. I gave it to her to review. She then corrected the charges. She then commented that it was good I checked the receipt. Charging me for fuel should never have happened. Had I not asked for a printed copy of the receipt this would have been much more difficult to correct at a later date. I am very disappointed that this occurred and will think twice about using Avis again. My second comment: The windshield was dirty on the inside. I needed to clean it myself to see out better.

1 out of 48

Fox

6.0

Okay

Read 11 reviews

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.7

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.3

Value for money

6.1

One location in San Diego

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3355 Admiral Boland Way

+1 619 432 0620

Monday07:00 - 16:00
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2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Apr 2026

Supplier choice

KAYAK
The car itself was fine, but we got bullied into adding additional insurance when we picked it up. We didn’t need additional coverage since we already had 2 types of insurance but the lady at the counter refused to give us the car misrepresenting local law. We’ve rented cars multiple times in California from various vendors and we never had to add additional insurance. Very disappointing that they drove up the price and made us pay more than planned.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jan 2026

Intermediate

KAYAK
Quick service at a good price.

8.0 Very good

Anonymous, Jun 2025

Full-size

KAYAK
No staff at exit. Long wait

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Mar 2025

Intermediate

KAYAK
Vehicle was unavailable

8.0 Very good

Marlena, Oct 2024

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
Car had smoke smell in it. But nice car. Super easy return.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Sep 2024

Intermediate

KAYAK
I honestly don't think anything could've been done better. My husband is not a fan of smaller cars but we couldn't see renting something big for 3 days. All of the employees were super friendly & helpful with our rental experience. Thank you for that.

1 out of 4

Hertz

5.7

Fair

Read 256 reviews

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.4

Pick-up/Drop-off

5.7

Value for money

5.9

7 locations in San Diego

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from$34/day

Locations in San Diego

10606 Camino Ruiz Suite 5

+1 858 320 9051

Monday08:00 - 17:30
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1441 Camino Del Rio South

+1 619 294 4023

Monday08:00 - 17:30
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2667 Garnet Avenue B

+1 858 483 1015

Monday08:00 - 17:30
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2745 Otay Pacific Drive

+1 844 705 8085

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3338 Kettner Blvd

+1 619 557 8499

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4240 La Jolla Village Dr.

+1 858 458 0638

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7337 Clairemont Mesa Blvd

+1 858 503 7755

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8.0 Very good

Cindy, May 2025

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
Great but… car smelled …really bad

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Oct 2024

Intermediate

KAYAK
My flight was delayed and when I arrived, they could not find my reservation. They offered to rent me a car for the same period of time for $360 while my reservation was only $115. I refused the offer and went to costco.com to book a car to pick up 20 min after that for $156 with Budget. Never again with this company.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Aug 2024

Compact SUV

KAYAK
Got there to pick up the rental a little after 12:00 for our 12:00 pick up and they were closed. Got an uber instead.

4.0 Mediocre

Anonymous, Aug 2024

Full-size

KAYAK
They didn’t have the vehicle we booked. We went to the first lot at the airport but realized we had to take a cab to a different hertz dealer. Then they didn’t have the correct vehicle. They were going to send us to a third hertz, but we ended up settling for a different vehicle.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Jul 2024

Minivan

KAYAK
My rental was not at the expected location. When I searched in Kayak, I searched for car rentals near the San Diego airport. Apparently there is a small municipal airport near the border with Tijuana and there is a Hertz car rental location there which came up in my search. Since I would not have expected this type of option to come up in my search parameters, I did not think there was a need to check the address of the rental location. A mistake I will never make again. However, I also will never be using Kayak or Hertz again. I will not be using Hertz mainly because the person at the rental counter in the actual San Diego airport location was not willing to help me other than to indicate that I was at the wrong location and that I should go to that other location if I would like my rental car.

8.0 Very good

Adam, Jun 2024

Intermediate

KAYAK
Older used car. Staff super helpful and friendly. Rescheduling was easy

1 out of 86

Economy Rent a Car

5.4

Fair

Read 90 reviews
Cheapest deal

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

6.9

Pick-up/Drop-off

5.3

Value for money

5.9

One location in San Diego

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Locations in San Diego

2367 India Street

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2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Feb 2026

Compact

KAYAK
The pickup process was SO LONG! We were probably in line for two hours to pick up our car. We also needed to provide insurance information that required me to log in and find dates, amounts, etc. If I'd known this in advance, it could've sped things up.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Feb 2026

Supplier choice

KAYAK
I told them that ld only rented a car once in my life, I'm 74, my family and friends don't rent cars. My car broke down and I needed transportation. I'd rented a car from a online service, maybe yours, from Fox rental car company for two days and they changed me $29.99 per day for insurance when I had my own and so did Economy which add up to over $500.00 that I didn't know that I didn't have to pay and none of the people helped. After I went back to the rental car companies and they said that after I returned the car there was nothing they could do. What the entire car booking and car rental companies can and should do is created information banners on all of the websites with simple information on how to navigate a car rental. But I understand why there isn't that banner. Dishonest, disceetful, amoral people wouldn't want one.

6.0 Okay

Anonymous, Feb 2026

Compact

KAYAK
The car was pretty stained up between all the seats. I was required to pay additional collusion coverage even after I explained that I had purchased the one kayak offered. Still, I was made to purchase the basic coverage. That should be explicitly stated. Other car rentals I've used have not added any additional coverage as required.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Jul 2025

Full-size

KAYAK
Even though I had personal insurance that would cover the car if anything happened, they required me to purchase their insurance to rent the car. That DOUBLED the price of the rental.

6.0 Okay

Anonymous, Apr 2025

Intermediate

KAYAK
The car, itself, was the best part. Pickup and drop off was a bit of an annoyance. When I search for rental cars via search engine such as Kayak, I expect it give me options that match my pickup/drop off locations. Economy Rent a Car is not at the Rental Car Facility; you need to get a Lyft/Uber to Economy. And, Economy’s drop off directions for where the key goes was poorly written and confusing.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Apr 2025

Supplier choice

KAYAK
I arrived after they closed, was unable to pick up my car, the reservation was then canceled without a refund. 100% frustration and anger. I will never, ever rent from them again. Will be attempting to get a refund via my credit card company.

1 out of 30

Payless

4.2

Mediocre

Read 441 reviews

Cleanliness

5.3

Comfort

5.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

5.2

Value for money

4.3

One location in San Diego

from$30/day

Locations in San Diego

3355 Admiral Boland Way

+1 619 296 4966

Monday06:00 - 23:59
Tuesday06:00 - 23:59
Wednesday06:00 - 23:59
Thursday06:00 - 23:59
Friday06:00 - 23:59
Saturday06:00 - 23:59
Sunday06:00 - 23:59

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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, May 2026

Intermediate

KAYAK
Very smooth in and out. Wonderful people and experience!!! Great car.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Mar 2026

Intermediate

KAYAK
The counter personnel provided me the wrong size of car and told me that it did not matter what u reserved. I reserved a mid size car ( Toyota corola) was given a Mitsubishi mirage hatchback.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Jan 2026

Compact SUV

KAYAK
I booked an SUV through Kayak, my confirmation email from Kayak said SUV. However Payless said my reservation was for an Economy car and they would not provide me with an SUV. Never using Kayak/Payless again.

2.0 Poor

Michael, Jan 2026

Compact SUV

KAYAK
After reading reviews that mentioned unscrupulous business practices, I decided to rent elsewhere despite having prepaid for my rental.

4.0 Mediocre

Anonymous, Dec 2025

Intermediate

KAYAK
The staff were good, no problems. The car I was given was the problem. It is the worst car I have driven in 40 years: noisy, poor visibility, sound system rudimentary. (Mitsubishi vehicle). All my friends and family and even on of their neighbors who walked by laughed and made derogatory comments when they saw me in it. Maybe it was bad luck? Who knows PS I drive a 12 year old VW so I am probably not a spoiled brat.

4.0 Mediocre

Marcos, Dec 2025

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
Kayak said it would be a Toyota RAV4 or similar when I made the reservation but when I went to pick up, they didn’t carry any Toyota’s and if I wanted something “similar” it would be considered an upgrade so I had to pay extra just to get what I thought I was already getting. Very frustrating and disappointed! Will never rent from Payless again!!!!

MEXRENTACAR

3.4

Poor

Read 19 reviews

Cleanliness

4.2

Comfort

4.1

Pick-up/Drop-off

3.3

Value for money

3.8

One location in San Diego

from$27/day

Locations in San Diego

2745 Otay Pacific Drive

+1 866 496 2880

Monday06:00 - 23:5900:00 - 00:00
Tuesday06:00 - 23:5900:00 - 00:00
Wednesday06:00 - 23:5900:00 - 00:00
Thursday00:00 - 00:0006:00 - 23:59
Friday00:00 - 00:0006:00 - 23:59
Saturday00:00 - 00:0006:00 - 23:59
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8.0 Very good

Anonymous, Apr 2024

Supplier choice

KAYAK
I probably didn't read the correspondence carefully. My drivers license wasn't sufficient ID and they required a second form of ID. If I hadn't had one on me I would have had to go to another counter to rent. You should make that requirement in BOLD print so I can't skim past it.

2.0 Poor

Mark, May 2021

KAYAK

Cons:

Wasn't at location where i booked

Alamo

8.8

Very good

Read 32 reviews

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

8.9

Pick-up/Drop-off

9.0

Value for money

8.3

One location in San Diego

from$74/day

Locations in San Diego

3355 Admiral Boland Way

+1 833 763 1741

Monday04:30 - 23:59
Tuesday04:30 - 23:59
Wednesday04:30 - 23:59
Thursday04:30 - 23:59
Friday04:30 - 23:59
Saturday04:30 - 23:59
Sunday04:30 - 23:59

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8.0 Very good

Anonymous, Apr 2026

Luxury

KAYAK
Car and associate were polite and welcoming. The fob location wasn’t discussed so I did have trouble finding it. See you next time.

10.0 Wonderful

Jeff, Dec 2025

KAYAK
They were out of my reserved size so they offered me a great discount to accept another fine car.

4.0 Mediocre

Patrick, Oct 2024

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
The price quoted was double when I got there to pickup.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Oct 2024

Supplier choice

KAYAK
It was easy, very friendly managers, kiosk or a manager and the kiosk guy was trying to make the line go fast and sort everybody to speed up the process.

8.0 Very good

Anonymous, Jul 2024

Economy

KAYAK
Liked: Clorox wipe - great touch. Friendly staff After hours drop off Convenient (for us) pick up / drop off locations Could be better: Cost - we only needed the car for a few hours but had to rent it for the entire day. I get it, but would be nice to have a 1/2 day option. 😊

10.0 Wonderful

Jeremy, Jun 2024

Full-size

KAYAK
Great car. Great service. Done well.

Sixt

7.4

Good

Read 50 reviews

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.5

Value for money

7.2

4 locations in San Diego

from$48/day

Locations in San Diego

2745 Otay Pacific Dr Suite #7

+1 888 749 8227

Monday06:00 - 23:59
Tuesday06:00 - 23:59
Wednesday06:00 - 23:59
Thursday06:00 - 23:59
Friday06:00 - 23:59
Saturday06:00 - 23:59
Sunday06:00 - 23:59

3355 Admiral Boland Way

+1 888 749 8227

Monday00:00 - 00:0007:00 - 16:00
Tuesday07:00 - 16:0000:00 - 00:00
Wednesday00:00 - 00:0007:00 - 16:00
Thursday00:00 - 00:0007:00 - 16:00
Friday00:00 - 00:0007:00 - 16:00
Saturday00:00 - 00:0007:00 - 16:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:0007:00 - 16:00

901 Bayfront Court

+1 888 749 8227

Monday08:00 - 17:30
Tuesday08:00 - 17:30
Wednesday08:00 - 17:30
Thursday08:00 - 17:30
Friday08:00 - 17:30
Saturday08:00 - 17:30
Sunday08:00 - 17:30

Delivery/Collection Service

+1 858 764 9338

Monday10:00 - 13:00
Tuesday10:00 - 13:00
Wednesday10:00 - 13:00
Thursday10:00 - 13:00
Friday10:00 - 13:00
Saturday10:00 - 13:00
Sunday10:00 - 13:00

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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Apr 2026

Intermediate

KAYAK
I told Advisor (Andre) the inside of the car smelled of smoking and I needed a freshener or something. No questions asked he put me in a new car. I appreciated that. First time renting from Sixt and I had a good experience.

8.0 Very good

Afonso, Dec 2025

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
Added fuel prepaid charges that I told no Higher charged car returned to San Diego airport they told me they will charged about 15 dollars but on the phone told me will be 29 dollars

10.0 Wonderful

Roger, Mar 2025

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
The car was clean and the size I needed. The staff was friendly.

8.0 Very good

Anonymous, Dec 2024

Luxury

KAYAK
The people who work for Sixt could have been friendlier. They were short and aggravated with no smiles, no "your welcome", nothing of the sort. Other than that, the experience of renting the car was great and smooth.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Oct 2024

Convertible

KAYAK
The drop off was complicated moving the charges to another credit card despite our telling them our intentions before we took the car and as we dropped it off. It required a manager and quite a bit of time. Fortunately, we didn’t miss our flight but it was close despite the extra time we allocated and TSA-Pre.

10.0 Wonderful

Ricardo, Dec 2023

Standard SUV

KAYAK
Great service. Easy pickup and drop off.

U-Save

6.5

Okay

Read 23 reviews

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

6.8

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.1

Value for money

7.1

One location in San Diego

from$24/day

Locations in San Diego

2263 Pacific Highway

+1 424 295 0587

Monday08:00 - 17:30
Tuesday08:00 - 17:30
Wednesday08:00 - 17:30
Thursday08:00 - 17:30
Friday08:00 - 17:30
Saturday08:00 - 17:30
Sunday08:00 - 17:30

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8.0 Very good

Anonymous, Jun 2025

Economy

KAYAK
The car was pretty clean on the outside, but the seats on the inside had stains on them.

4.0 Mediocre

Eveline, May 2025

Compact

KAYAK
Beware! Their pickup location is so far that it took an hour to get to the rental counter. First a bus to the rental area, but since then a second pickup for which I waited 15 minutes. Definitely can't maximize. The car also was a cheaper non major brand with uncomfortable seats. The upside was the car didn't smell. If you're going to use an offsite (not at the airport rental section due to space limitations) I recommend NuCar (though check mileage) I used them before and they're friendlier. The problem is that on a short trip you lose an hour on pickup and need to plan to arrive at airport an hour earlier. I also felt this company had little flexibility (say to change the car if needed, that weren't time consuming) and confusing pickup systems. The counter guy read the policies clearly but fast like a robot.

2.0 Poor

Suzanne, May 2025

Economy

KAYAK
U-Save Car Rental at San Diego Airport was a frustrating experience. Located off-site, it requires a shuttle pickup from the car rental center, but contacting them was nearly impossible. I called eight times, only to be routed through a confusing, multi-prompt system in LA. When I finally reached the San Diego line, it went to voicemail every time. No one answered, and I never got picked up. Forced to find another option, I rented from a different agency. Poor communication and unreliable service make U-Save a risky choice.

2.0 Poor

Damion, Feb 2025

Economy

KAYAK
They didn't have a car available so I had to rent from another carrier. I expect a full refund.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Nov 2024

Full-size

KAYAK
Excellent!!

6.0 Okay

Anonymous, Sep 2024

Economy

KAYAK
The value of renting the car and process was worth it. However, pickup with the shuttle went terribly since they hadn't come from an hour, ignored my phone calls, and I ended up ubering to their office from their assigned pickup point.

Dollar

5.8

Fair

Read 50 reviews
Most popular

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

6.7

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.0

Value for money

6.0

8 locations in San Diego

from$29/day

Locations in San Diego

10606 Camino Ruiz Suite 5

+1 858 320 9051

Monday08:00 - 17:30
Tuesday08:00 - 17:30
Wednesday08:00 - 17:30
Thursday08:00 - 17:30
Friday08:00 - 17:30
Saturday09:00 - 12:00

1120 W Laurel Street

+1 619 557 8499

Monday08:00 - 17:30
Tuesday08:00 - 17:30
Wednesday08:00 - 17:30
Thursday08:00 - 17:30
Friday08:00 - 17:30
Saturday09:00 - 12:00

1441 Camino Del Rio South

+1 619 294 4023

Monday08:00 - 17:30
Tuesday08:00 - 17:30
Wednesday08:00 - 17:30
Thursday08:00 - 17:30
Friday08:00 - 17:30
Saturday09:00 - 12:00

2667 Garnet Avenue B

+1 858 483 1015

Monday08:00 - 17:30
Tuesday08:00 - 17:30
Wednesday08:00 - 17:30
Thursday08:00 - 17:30
Friday08:00 - 17:30
Saturday09:00 - 12:00

2745 Otay Pacific Drive

+1 800 365 1111

Opening times not available

3355 Admiral Boland Way

+1 866 434 2226

Monday06:00 - 23:5900:00 - 00:00
Tuesday06:00 - 23:5900:00 - 00:00
Wednesday00:00 - 00:0006:00 - 23:59
Thursday00:00 - 00:0006:00 - 23:59
Friday00:00 - 00:0006:00 - 23:59
Saturday00:00 - 00:0006:00 - 23:59
Sunday00:00 - 00:0006:00 - 23:59

4240 La Jolla Village Dr.

+1 858 458 0638

Monday13:00 - 17:0008:00 - 17:30
Tuesday08:00 - 17:3013:00 - 17:00
Wednesday13:00 - 17:0008:00 - 17:30
Thursday08:00 - 17:3013:00 - 17:00
Friday13:00 - 17:0008:00 - 17:30

7337 Clairemont Mesa Blvd

+1 858 503 7755

Monday08:00 - 17:30
Tuesday08:00 - 17:30
Wednesday08:00 - 17:30
Thursday08:00 - 17:30
Friday08:00 - 17:30
Saturday09:00 - 12:00

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2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Mar 2026

Compact

KAYAK
Someone that could answer the line after 5pm.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Mar 2026

Intermediate

KAYAK
I rented with the understanding that I could pickup the car at the San Diego airport. It turned out the location to pick up the car was 22 miles away and a half hour drive. And there is no free transportation available. It’s on your dime to get there. This is insanity. You need to make it very clear that the location is 22 miles away from the airport. I seriously doubt you will have any takers.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Feb 2026

Compact

KAYAK
My experience was terrible I had to carry my dog and luggage each way from CBX after waiting for nearly 30 minutes ( way slow) to be assisted by someone that was not customer service oriented didn’t speak English fluently to be told they could take my debit card!!! Never again will I rent car from this place

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Oct 2025

Intermediate

KAYAK
I did not rent from dollar I rented from priceless ! It was the worst experience I’ve had and will never trust them or kayak again for the hidden fees and misinformation you guys should be ashamed to steal from people this way

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Oct 2025

Intermediate

KAYAK
Not satisfied with service, was charged more then double the original price after returning the Car….

4.0 Mediocre

Alba, Jul 2025

Intermediate

KAYAK
I canceled because I was not notified in advance about the high deducible of $500.

Thrifty

5.6

Fair

Read 52 reviews

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.4

Pick-up/Drop-off

5.8

Value for money

5.8

5 locations in San Diego

from$39/day

Locations in San Diego

1120 We Saint Laurel Street

Opening times not available

1441 Camino Del Rio South

+1 619 294 4023

Monday08:00 - 17:30
Tuesday08:00 - 17:30
Wednesday08:00 - 17:30
Thursday08:00 - 17:30
Friday08:00 - 17:30
Saturday09:00 - 12:00

3355 Admiral Boland Way

+1 866 434 2226

Monday00:00 - 00:0006:00 - 23:59
Tuesday06:00 - 23:5900:00 - 00:00
Wednesday00:00 - 00:0006:00 - 23:59
Thursday00:00 - 00:0006:00 - 23:59
Friday06:00 - 23:5900:00 - 00:00
Saturday00:00 - 00:0006:00 - 23:59
Sunday00:00 - 00:0006:00 - 23:59

4240 La Jolla Village Dr.

+1 858 458 0638

Monday08:00 - 17:3013:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:3013:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:3013:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:3013:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:3013:00 - 17:00

7337 Clairemont Mesa Blvd

+1 858 503 7755

Monday08:00 - 17:30
Tuesday08:00 - 17:30
Wednesday08:00 - 17:30
Thursday08:00 - 17:30
Friday08:00 - 17:30
Saturday09:00 - 12:00

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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jun 2025

Intermediate

KAYAK
great!

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Feb 2025

Compact SUV

KAYAK
My experience was absolutely horrible. I showed up at Thrifty to pick up my rental car that I had already paid for in full. They advised me that they were out of rental cars for the night and to try someplace else. I told them I already paid for it and they told me "too bad". I was left scrambling and had to use Budget renal service and pay almost 4x the price on top of what I already paid. I've been trying to get ahold of someone to help but they keep pointing me in different directions.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Feb 2025

Standard SUV

KAYAK
Everything was good.

2.0 Poor

Eric, Dec 2024

Intermediate

KAYAK
Terrible , worse experience ever , when we arrived at Thrifty no car was available despite we reserved many days prior , and they gave no assistance. We had to Uber to our destination. We will NEVER use them again and also recommend to our friends and family never to use them.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Oct 2024

Intermediate

KAYAK
Cost for tolls was exhorbitant

2.0 Poor

Deborah, Sep 2024

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
They had a 1.5 hour line and were out of the car type we reserved. They advised us to come back the next day and even then they didn’t have the car we reserved. So we ended up having to make a new reservation with a different company.

NU Car

3.9

Poor

Read 72 reviews

Cleanliness

5.4

Comfort

5.1

Pick-up/Drop-off

3.5

Value for money

4.4

One location in San Diego

from$22/day

Locations in San Diego

2263 Pacific Hwy

+1 844 270 2377

Monday08:00 - 17:30
Tuesday08:00 - 17:30
Wednesday08:00 - 17:30
Thursday08:00 - 17:30
Friday08:00 - 17:30
Saturday08:00 - 17:30
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2.0 Poor

Marco, Mar 2026

Compact

KAYAK
Company really engages in hard sell tactics for their "insurance" fees. The agent was relentless and wouldn't take multiple "no thanks" from me. The vehicle had no floor mats, and smelled powerfully of some horrible chemical. I had to drive everywhere with the windows rolled down, even on the freeway. I will never rent from this company again.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jun 2025

Standard SUV

KAYAK
Very nice customer service

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Apr 2025

Full-size

KAYAK
Hard to get picked up, fecility is very dirty, customer service very poor. I was not able to gwt a car ftom this location. I was there for an hour and i was tild that no debit card acepped. Evern with credit card they require $500 deposit.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Apr 2025

Intermediate

KAYAK
Communication was very poor, we never got in touch to be picked up so we had to go with another rental company

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Apr 2025

Full-size

KAYAK
The whole experience was stressful. You offer the option to pay onsite at pickup, but I was told no cars were available in the category I reserved under. Instead, the NU representative used this opportunity to upsell a small SUV for over $100 more. I was also told I had to wait over an hour to see "if" a car came in. After waiting an hour, I was then told if a prepaid customer comes in, they get priority and will take the car. Your process and policies are predatory to for customers to pay much more. Will never use this company again and will never recommend them.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Apr 2025

Full-size

KAYAK
N/A

National

8.6

Very good

Read 5 reviews

Cleanliness

9.1

Comfort

9.1

Pick-up/Drop-off

9.1

Value for money

8.6

One location in San Diego

from$81/day

Locations in San Diego

3355 Admiral Boland Way

+1 833 763 1740

Monday00:00 - 00:00
Tuesday00:00 - 00:00
Wednesday00:00 - 00:00
Thursday00:00 - 00:00
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GREEN MOTION

6.0

Okay

Read 1 review

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.0

Value for money

6.0

2 locations in San Diego

from$25/day

Locations in San Diego

1025 W Laurel St

Opening times not available

3355 Admiral Boland Way

1 877-247-3362

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Europcar

5.8

Fair

Read 11 reviews

Cleanliness

6.1

Comfort

6.5

Pick-up/Drop-off

5.7

Value for money

6.1

One location in San Diego

from$44/day

Locations in San Diego

Please Go To Fox Counter

+1 619 432 0620

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4.0 Mediocre

Anonymous, Oct 2025

Economy

KAYAK
Europcar is actually Fox Rental. The agent at the check in counter was not able to explain why I had to answer certain questions (got example why was being asked to sing to confirm I have not taken an airport shuttle to get to their office). I've also asked for no insurance extras to be added. After dropping off the car I've realized they've added LDW and LRP optional insurance. I have a feeling I will never see these refunded, despite having asked for no extras at pick up. Just another zero transparency car rental company. The car was dirty on the inside, full of crumbs, a half empty bottle and napkins. The drop off process was quick however and someone assisted me right away. They location of the drop off is not too far from the escalator to the terminal shuttle.

6.0 Okay

Chuck, Dec 2024

Standard SUV

KAYAK
Needed a bigger car, we feel like this was the smallest in this class. Lines at Fox were terrible. Waited more than 40 minutes.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Oct 2024

Full-size

KAYAK
Waited 2 hours then had to cancel due to the options available.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Apr 2024

Economy

KAYAK
They charged me the money and didn't want to honor the reservation. They wanted to give me a different car for 3x the price. Bait & switch. This company should be shut down.

Priceless

2.2

Poor

Read 7 reviews

Cleanliness

3.4

Comfort

3.4

Pick-up/Drop-off

2.0

Value for money

2.8

One location in San Diego

from$39/day

Locations in San Diego

2559 Kettner Boulevard

+1 925 658 5197

Monday09:00 - 12:00
Tuesday09:00 - 12:00
Wednesday09:00 - 12:00
Thursday09:00 - 12:00
Friday09:00 - 12:00
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2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Apr 2026

Standard SUV

KAYAK
Horrible!! They told me the car was not available after we arrived at the airport and were waiting for our rental car. I called multiple times and they stopped answering my calls. I will never book a car with priceless again. Kayak, you should not advertise for priceless.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Mar 2026

Standard SUV

KAYAK
Canceled my reservation with very short notice. Why allow booking if you don’t have the cars. Had to scramble last minute.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Feb 2026

Intermediate

KAYAK
Could not contact priceless for pickup at airport. Did NOT rent the car

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Oct 2025

Intermediate

KAYAK
Everything was sketchy from the minute we arrived. Horrible experience picking up car. All cars offered were filthy. We, we along with other customers, were stranded at their off-off airport location when returning the car at 9am on a weekday as their office was closed during business hours. We had no transport options except for getting an Uber/Lyft back to the terminal. Never will rent from this company again.

4.0 Mediocre

Caitlin, Apr 2025

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
The rental car was falsely advertised as at the airport. It was off sight and caused a huge issue as we have young children. The mis size SUV was actually a small car and had stains on the backseats

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Mar 2025

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
Car was very clean. Getting ahold of staff for pick up and drop off was not easy and required multiple calls. Payment for insurance coverage did not feel transparent.

Global Rent A Car

5.5

Fair

One location in San Diego

from$22/day

Locations in San Diego

2263 Pacific Highway

Opening times not available

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Econorent

No score available yet

One location in San Diego

from$33/day

Locations in San Diego

San Diego Intl Airport SAN

+1 619 546 4200

Opening times not available

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Free2Move

No score available yet

One location in San Diego

from$54/day

Locations in San Diego

1120, W Laurel St

+1 619 695 9467

Monday08:00 - 17:30
Tuesday08:00 - 17:30
Wednesday08:00 - 17:30
Thursday08:00 - 17:30
Friday08:00 - 17:30
Saturday08:00 - 17:30
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FAQs about renting an automatic car in San Diego

  • Which car rental companies offer automatic cars in San Diego?

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

    1. Dollar
    2. Provider's pick
    3. Payless
    4. Hertz
    5. Budget

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

  • How much does an automatic car rental cost per day in San Diego?

    Automatic cars typically cost 93% more than manual options, with daily rates averaging $48. The cost of renting an automatic car in San Diego depends on the rental company, vehicle class, season, and how early you book.

    Typical daily prices in San Diego:

    • Average range: $4–$289 per day
    • Larger vehicles or premium models usually cost more

    For the most accurate pricing, check your dates directly on KAYAK.

  • Are automatic vans available to rent in San Diego?

    Yes, automatic vans are available to rent in San Diego, though selection is more limited than for standard automatic cars. Most automatic vans are offered by larger providers such as Hertz and Enterprise Rent-A-Car, especially at major pickup points like Condobolin Airport. Availability is highest for advance bookings, particularly during busy travel periods.

  • How can I make sure I get an automatic car when renting in San Diego?

    To make sure you receive an automatic car in San Diego, use the Transmission filter during your search and select Automatic to exclude manual vehicles. Booking with providers such as Dollar, or Provider's pick, and reserving around 7 days in advance further improves the likelihood of securing an automatic vehicle.

Everything you need to know for your automatic car rental in San Diego