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Cheap car rentals in San Jose

Economy$24/day
Compact$24/day
Intermediate$25/day
Standard$28/day
Full-size$31/day
Full-size SUV$40/day
Luxury$42/day
Supplier choice$28/day
Intermediate SUV$32/day
Standard SUV$41/day
Best rates found by KAYAK users in the past 48 hours.

Top tips for renting a car in San Jose

  • Travelers entering San Jose by road do not need to go to San Jose International Airport to acquire a car rental. There are several car rental locations in downtown San Jose where you can acquire a cheap San Jose car rental. Companies like Enterprise, Alamo, Budget, Service Rent A Car, and Hertz have downtown rental addresses, which provide a broad fleet of vehicles you can select from. Most downtown rental locations do not operate 24 hours like some airport locations. However, you can still request to pick up or return your rental outside the operating hours with companies like Enterprise and Alamo.
  • Driving cheap car rentals in San Jose is easy with these simple rules. First, always use turn signals in advance before making turns. Be extra careful in parking lots; the spaces are tight, thus reducing your visibility. It is also difficult to hear electric cars in some parking spaces, so be careful when entering or exiting the parking lot. Blood alcohol concentrations of the driver should always be below 0.08%; any higher levels attract a DUI. Always slow down and drive at a slow speed in school zones and residential areas. Lastly, avoid handling smartphones while operating cheap car rentals in San Jose.
  • Watch out for bicycles and motorcycles on San Jose roads since they have many bike lanes. Be extra keen on Highway 9 and roads in Mount Hamilton since other road users with motorcycles enjoy engaging in canyon curving here. Always yield to anyone on a motorcycle, cyclists, or pedestrians to avoid hitting them. This includes pedestrians or any road user breaking any road rules. Moreover, San Jose also has lane-splitting for motorcycles, so you still need to be vigilant even in traffic to avoid any accidents.
  • Explore every nook and cranny of San Jose with the flexibility a rental car can provide. Whether it is a trip to the Alum Rock Park in the northeast of San Jose or the Levi Stadium, which is about 9 miles out of the city, a rental car can get you there in no time.
  • There are various rental car options at San Jose International Airport, including Avis, Enterprise, Hertz, and Sixt. The Rental Car Center can be found at Terminal B and passengers landing at Terminal A are provided with a shuttle bus transporting them directly to the Rental Center.
  • Californian cities in general are teeming with tourists during the summer season and traffic can be a challenge during peak times. Also, drivers have a reputation to not use the turn signals when changing lanes or making a turn, so always double-check and drive carefully. Always watch out for pedestrians, as crosswalks are sometimes not properly indicated, and San Jose is one of the cities with the highest pedestrian death rates, so it’s better to be safe.
  • San Jose’s morning rush hour is at its worst between 7 and 8:30 AM, so it is advisable to avoid starting any trips during that time. Between 4:30 and 6:00 PM, when workers return to their homes, traffic increases significantly again, especially on the US-101. As San Jose is famous for its amazing weather, the summer season comes with tourists and therefore more congestion on the roads, so always plan at least 30 minutes ahead.
  • 25% of our users found rental cars in San Jose for $46 or less
  • Book your rental car in San Jose at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Off-airport rental car locations in San Jose are around 4% cheaper than airport locations on average
  • Standard rental cars in San Jose are around 74% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about renting a car in San Jose

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in San Jose?

    Which car to choose also depends on your plans during a trip to San Jose. To seize the innumerable opportunities for a road trip into nature or to surrounding cities, an SUV is a good choice, as it provides efficient traction and space. If cruising through the city and making most of the weather is part of the plan, a convertible is the optimal choice.

  • What’s the speed limit in San Jose?

    The allowed speed is always signposted, but the general basic law for speed limits is 65 mph on highways, 25 mph in residential areas, and 15 mph in alleys. However, the state’s speed limit laws require drivers to adapt to the current conditions, i.e. when there is fog, children are close by, or heavy rain decreases road traction.

  • Where are the best places to park in San Jose?

    There is a color scheme which lets drivers know where they can park in the city. If there is a green line, parking is allowed for a short amount of time (indicated on a sign). If there is no line at all, unrestricted parking is possible – however, note that it could be metered, so check the surrounding curb to find a meter machine. For longer parking, choose a public garage or parking lot like the Fourth Street Garage or Market and San Pedro Square Garage, which are about $20 per day.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in San Jose?

    On average a rental car in San Jose costs $60 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 San Jose found in the last 2 weeks is $6.

  • What is the cheapest car rental company in San Jose?

    In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Enterprise Rent-A-Car ($24/day), Hertz ($28/day) and Avis ($29/day). In the last 72 hours the cheapest rental car price was found at Enterprise Rent-A-Car 1659 Airport Blvd Ste 5 95110 (3 miles from city center).

  • What is the best rental car company in San Jose?

    Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car rental companies in San Jose are Alamo (8.5, 119 reviews), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.0, 79 reviews), and Dollar (8.0, 51 reviews).

  • How much is gas price in San Jose?

    The average gas price in San Jose is $3.82 per gallon over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between $46 and $61, depending on the car size.

  • What is the most popular rental car in San Jose?

    Standard (Mitsubishi Galant or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in San Jose.

  • Which car rental companies are at San Jose airport (SJC)?

    Car rental companies onsite at San Jose airport include Hertz, Fox, Alamo, Thrifty, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Payless, Sixt and Avis.

  • Which car rental companies will pick you up at San Jose airport (SJC)?

    Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from San Jose airport to off-airport locations include Hertz, Fox, Alamo, Thrifty, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Payless, Sixt, and Avis.

  • How can I find car rentals near me in San Jose?

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

  • How much does a Standard car rental cost in San Jose?

    A Standard car rental in San Jose costs $24 per day, on average.

  • How much does an Economy car rental cost in San Jose?

    An Economy car rental in San Jose costs $33 per day, on average.

  • How much does an Intermediate car rental cost in San Jose?

    An Intermediate car rental in San Jose costs $37 per day, on average.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car for a week in San Jose?

    On average a rental car in San Jose costs $423 per week ($60 per day).

  • How much does it cost to rent a car long term for a month in San Jose?

    On average a rental car in San Jose costs $1,812 per month ($60 per day).

  • Should I get insurance when renting a car in San Jose?

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

  • How many car agencies are operating in San Jose?

    KAYAK has deals for you to compare from 23 car rental agencies in San Jose.

  • Which car rental companies in San Jose have updated their vehicle cleaning and safety policies because of Coronavirus (COVID-19)?

    Some car rental companies in San Jose which have updated their car rental health and safety policies due to COVID-19 to make sure vehicles are clean and disinfected include Hertz, Alamo and Thrifty

  • What do I need to know before booking a car rental in San Jose?

    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!).

  • Why should I use KAYAK to rent a car in San Jose?

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

  • Is there free parking in San Jose?

    Yes, San Jose has free parking spots to help you save on money. Interstate 280 has free parking past 6 pm every weekday. It is also free all day on Saturdays and Sundays. The South First Area also has free parking. Some metered lots and garages offer free parking to low-emission vehicles that qualify for the California Air Resources Board Green sticker. Free parking is available during the holidays, including Thanksgiving and Memorial Day.

  • Where do I drop off my rental?

    Drop off your rental to the renting location wherever agreed upon with your provider when renting the vehicle. Preferably, drop off cheap car rentals in San Jose during your provider’s operating hours and before the expiry of your rental to avoid late return fees.

San Jose car rental reviews and directory

Alamo

8.5

Very good

402 reviews
Best rated

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.6

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.5

Value for money

8.1

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1659 Airport Blvd

+1 844 370 8303

Monday06:00 - 23:00
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6.0 Okay

May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Check-in was easy and she/the agent was friendly.

Cons:

Not a fan of NISSAN cars. Dash isn't intuitive and not the best car to drive. Found trash under the seat from a previous driver.

10.0 Wonderful

Sep 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

The staff was amazing.

8.0 Very good

Sep 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Vehicle fine. Check in process easy

Cons:

Explanation of car features as no vehicle manual supplied. Had no idea how to access gas tank

4.4 Mediocre

Jul 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

The agent offered a upgrade for a fee for a jeep cherokee. I had an issue with my card and had to call them. I walked from the transaction to call the card provider and was assigned a Nissan Rogue. I have hated every Nissan I have driven and would never pay extra to drive one. It was past 9 pm and I still had to go home and load up before leaving on my 800 mile drive to be with my mom who's husband died the next morning. My back still hurts from the low quality nissan seating .

8.0 Very good

Jul 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Ease of rental

Cons:

Had to cross busy airport road to get to rental area. Maybe people bridge would be safer.

2.0 Poor

Jun 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

My reservation was cancelled when I arrived. I paid more for a shittier car. Won’t rent cars through kayak again.

1 out of 56

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.0

Very good

293 reviews

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.3

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.9

Value for money

7.6

Locations in San Jose

1080 D Blossom Hill Rd

+1 408 979 8282

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1485 Kerley Dr

+1 408 437 1001

Monday08:00 - 17:00
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1659 Airport Blvd Ste 5

+1 833 813 5264

Monday06:00 - 23:00
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2635 Cunningham Ave

+1 408 937 4988

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282 Barack Obama Blvd

+1 408 286 4444

Monday08:00 - 17:00
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300 Almaden Blvd

+1 408 286 4444

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3581 Stevens Creek Blvd

+1 408 246 6477

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3591 Pearl Avenue

+1 408 448 2100

Monday08:00 - 17:00
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395 Curtner Ave

+1 408 280 2111

Monday08:00 - 17:00
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4.8 Mediocre

Oct 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

We rented for a month an SUV in order to go from CA to FL. The internal electrical stopped working on our way there. When I called to alert the problem in California, they told me to go to the nearest airport enterprise location in FL. Here, their first answer was that I should take it to a Firestone store to get it checked. I called the nearest Firestone and they told me they couldn't touch the car being so new and low milage; it was the dealership's problem. I called enterprise again and they told me to take it to the nearest dealership. At the dealership they told me that they can't service a car brought in by the customer. With enough frustration built, and the original San Jose office shinning by their absence, I demanded a simple swap of the car but they made me call 4 different enterprise locations in FL looking for an SUV replacement. An assistant manager in Daytona finally managed to put us in a minivan, but all of this took 20 calls and 3 days of painful dodging by their representatives. I will definitely be dodging their service in their future. Not recommend.

8.0 Very good

Sep 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

All good

3.2 Poor

Aug 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Price did not show fees upon pickup

Cons:

Show all fees instead of catching your consumer off guard

10.0 Wonderful

Aug 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Staff was quick to help. Great car.

Cons:

Nothing

4.8 Mediocre

Jul 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Friendly staff.

Cons:

1. Someone picking up the phone (called two open locations, no answer, one said to leave a message). 2. Being given instructions for one-way drop off at airport at time of rental or at least posted in rental car drop off lot. I had to call Enterprise to find out what to do once I parked the car as there was no attendant (Medford, OR). 3. Receiving revised receipt. There "special" car was a huge, double-cab pick up truck. Basically, no trunk and this was an airport pick up. So, I upgraded to a Toyota Corolla. When I dropped off the car, I was told a receipt would automatically be emailed to me but I never received and had to contact customer report for a copy.

5.6 Fair

Jan 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Drop off was a nightmare. I dropped it off at another location as the original reservation was, but I was not registered in the system when I picked up the car. The manager and staff did not know what to do and couldn’t assist me. They could not get a hold of the original airport I rented from to finish my registration so they could close my account. I had to call enterprise customer service personally standing in the enterprise office to speak to customer service to help. I spent nearly 2 hours there just trying to drop off my car. Staff and manager were not helpful and did not apologize once.

Cons:

The car was great and clean, no issues there. See above for why I am rating a poorly.

1 out of 40

Dollar

8.0

Very good

217 reviews

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.6

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.6

Value for money

8.0

One location in San Jose

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1659 Airport Blvd

+1 408 999 6561

Monday06:00 - 23:00
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6.0 Okay

Apr 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

The car was clean and the price was very fair. However, see below...

Cons:

I rented a certain class for not only the luxury comfort, but for the size. However, Dollar did not have the car I rented. They first tried to down grade me to a lower class, but larger car. I did not think this was fair so I did not agree. We went through the options and I explained, due to having two of my elder uncles with me and their need for a larger car, I needed something larger. Eventually a larger car was offered, but at a much higher rate. Again, I did not agree as a car in my category should have been available to me. Eventually I was offered another luxury vehicle (supposedly in the same class), but much smaller and the entire weekend we had difficulty getting my uncles in and out of it. Due to the inability to have a car ready for me in the class I rented I would have preferred the “upgrade” to an adequate car but the agent would not agree without additional payment to which I did not think was fair.

10.0 Wonderful

Feb 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Staff very friendly and helpful

Cons:

Should be more proactive in looking for damages during inspection

10.0 Wonderful

Feb 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Friendly service

4.4 Mediocre

Dec 2019

KAYAK

Cons:

I prepaid and Dollar upsold my poor mother. Never again will I use kayak for car rentals.

10.0 Wonderful

Nov 2019

KAYAK

Pros:

The whole experience was a breeze and was fast

Cons:

No complaints

7.2 Good

Sep 2019

KAYAK

Pros:

Easy drop off.

Cons:

Was expecting a lower rate

1 out of 38

Thrifty

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.5

Value for money

7.5

One location in San Jose

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1659 Airport Blvd

+1 408 999 6561

Monday06:00 - 23:00
Tuesday06:00 - 23:00
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4.4 Mediocre

Nov 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Pick up has been painful. Drop off was cumbersome. Still awaiting my final receipts.

7.2 Good

Oct 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Straightforward process. Car feels clean

Cons:

The hood of the car open but there was no indication of it on the car. Found out when it started moving on the freeway. This put my life in danger. Staff should have made sure that the hood was close and the car should have warned the driver that the hood is open.

6.4 Okay

Sep 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

The staff were very friendly at pick up and drop off and the car was clean. It had a few scratches, but nothing too bad. Fuel economy was better than expected.

Cons:

The price was significantly better than other companies for the same type of car and it would have rated a higher score on value for money if it were not for the fact that the car needed some TLC. The engine sounded rough under load (like it was knocking), it needed oil (which I added) and the convertible top had trouble locking properly when it was lowered. I noticed later that the key had a sticker on it that said "check engine", but it seems that was not done.

9.2 Wonderful

Aug 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Staff was very helpful and friendly at SJC

Cons:

Car wasn't in spot marked on envelope. Had to look around for a few minutes to find it.

10.0 Wonderful

Jul 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

All aspects of this rental were wonderful. Typical pushy sales on upselling when you go to pickup, but that's expected and you can "nope" your way through it.

10.0 Wonderful

Jul 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Yes

1 out of 35

Budget

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.5

Value for money

6.5

Locations in San Jose

1350 N 1st Street

+1 669 223 1795

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1659 Airport Boulevard, Ste 3

+1 408 286 7850

Monday06:00 - 23:00
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2180 Tully Road

+1 408 809 0512

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2200 Eastridge Loop Ste 1104

+1 669 255 4102

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3680 Stevens Creek Blvd, Ste B

+1 669 244 4335

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2.0 Poor

Sep 2022

KAYAK
Stood in line for over an hour at checkin, then another half-hour waiting for a car….people were good, but archaic system and grossly understaffed.

8.0 Very good

Apr 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Staff member just left the station saying he wioo up or be back and never came back. The other agent had to take over both lines

8.0 Very good

Apr 2021

KAYAK

Cons:

Better price and less wait time

2.0 Poor

Feb 2021

KAYAK

Cons:

I went to pick up my car and the location was closed. I spent $40 on Uber ans had to scramble to find another rental. Spent three days prior calling customer service to confirm but no one would answer. Hours of location should be detailed in the confirmation email.

2.0 Poor

Jan 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Guy in the booth was nice.

Cons:

Loaded car up and drove off only to find they put the wrong car in the wrong parking spot. THEN AVIS Budget group has done this repeatedly. You drive less than 75 miles and THEY AUTOMATICALLY ADD A FUEL CHARGE, even if the guy at returns notes that you filled the tank. Most people won't complain and you will spend hours trying to resolve this with their Call Center, the Social Media Group and then the Executive TEAM, JUST SAVE TIME AND AVOID BUDGET AVIS AT ALL COST (or be prepared to be ripped off and spend hours needlessly.)

5.2 Fair

Oct 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Not much.

Cons:

On the website, I had reserved a standard-size SUV. When I went to pick up the vehicle, they gave me one that I was not familiar with but which I soon learned was compact SUV. I did not have time to go back and complain, but it made our entire trip a bit harrowing, and I feel like I was ripped off by Budget. This felt like a bait-and-switch scam. When I picked up the car, it was clean, but it had that horrible "new car smell" in it that is really disgusting, especially for someone who has allergies. I ended up having to light a match inside the vehicle in order to subdue that grotesque smell. When I went to drop off the vehicle, the entrance to the Budget drop off location was closed and it pointed me to Avis. This forced me to backup in the wrong direction on a one-way street. There was a tiny sign at the Avis drop-off location for Budget but it was not visible unless you stopped at the Avis drop-off location and looked for it. Overall, this was not a pleasant experience and I cannot recommend either Budget or Kayak.

1 out of 31

Payless

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

6.7

Pick-up/Drop-off

5.7

Value for money

6.5

One location in San Jose

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1659 Airport Blvd

+1 408 724 4400

Monday07:00 - 22:00
Tuesday07:00 - 22:00
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10.0 Wonderful

Apr 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Staff was excellent at pick up and drop off

Cons:

Had difficulty finding the actual registration desk. Confusing multiple floors/signing. Didn’t know Payless was also Avis.

10.0 Wonderful

Mar 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

The staff was helpful. When I picked up the car, it had a half tank of gas. They told me to return it with the same amount, which I did. But when I got there, they charged me for the remainder for a full tank. I went to the desk and the agent there and guy who checked it out a few days before to me were very helpful and corrected it (refunded the difference).

6.0 Okay

Mar 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Clean car, employees at counter very polite

Cons:

For starters I thought I was renting car with kayak not with other party that I never heard of it. On paper it says I got car at 5:36 but reality was that car was no ready and got it at 5:59p not a problem understandable even if it delay me am put me to more traffic time but for them is not ok for us to turn late, I got there at 8;07p and seems I was charge another. My point is we don’t get discount for pick up late but get fully charged for being late “very fair”

2.0 Poor

Oct 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

I can't cancel

8.4 Very good

Aug 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

The signs at the airport were poor. Luckily a security guard arrived and directed me to the 4th floor. I rented from Payless, a sign at their counter directed me to Budget and, in the end I got the car keys from Avis. Car was small, as ordered, so the comfort wasn't excellent, but as expected. The onboard computer and controls, in the Nissan Versa, are hard to understand and reset. I never trusted the distance-to-empty indicator/estimate and when driving almost 2,000 miles that is important. Had two cellphones connected, one for calls and one for audio. The incoming calls always kept going to voice mail after pausing the audio. Overall excellent, but quirky. Recommend

9.6 Wonderful

Jul 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

The person that helped us was extremely helpful and friendly. She recognized it was my birthday on the day of pickup and greeted me. No issues at drop off

Cons:

Our pick up was scheduled for 9 and we came to the counter at 8:45, but no one was there. We waited until about 9:14 and decided to just go to the elevator to the lot since there was still no one there to help or no sign for instructions

1 out of 39

Hertz

Most popular

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.6

Pick-up/Drop-off

5.7

Value for money

6.1

10 locations in San Jose

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1040 The Alameda

+1 408 998 8207

Monday08:00 - 17:00
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1659 Airport Blvd

+1 408 938 6000

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170 S. Market Street

+1 408 286 6201

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2487 Alum Rock

+1 408 929 0995

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3076 Almaden Expwy

+1 408 265 6050

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3565 Stevens Creek Blvd

+1 408 260 9476

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3565 Stevens Creek Blvd

+1 408 260 9476

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5645 Cottle Rd

+1 408 578 4021

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575 W San Carlos St

+1 408 998 8207

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725 Ridder Park Drive#95

+1 408 437 6250

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2.0 Poor

Nov 2022

KAYAK
Nothing. Even though I had a reservation and pre paid they had no cars. Never again! Left us stranded and refused to find us a car elsewhere. Just said call someone else.

2.0 Poor

Oct 2022

KAYAK
When I arrived they did not have a car for me! I had to wait an hour with a 15 month old baby and they ended up giving me a broken car…. Terrible experience. Will not be booking again

2.0 Poor

Oct 2022

KAYAK
They gave away my reservation to a walk in because I got stuck in traffic for 15 minutes. They had no other cars in the whole city so I was never able is use my booking.

6.0 Okay

May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

The Staff at Pick-Up and Drop-off were professional and very nice.

Cons:

The car was dirty, low on oil and wind shield fluid when we picked it up.

4.0 Mediocre

May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

The pick up location (And drop off) were not at the airport, but at a remote location that required us to Uber to that location from the airport for an additional expense.

Cons:

Hertz itself was fine, but Kayak should have highlighted that the rental location was not on the airport property.

2.0 Poor

May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

It was an easy pick up and drop off experience

Cons:

the condition of the vehicle

1 out of 57

Fox

Cleanliness

6.1

Comfort

6.3

Pick-up/Drop-off

5.8

Value for money

6.1

One location in San Jose

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1659 Airport Boulevard

+1 408 709 2950

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4.0 Mediocre

May 2021

KAYAK

Cons:

The car had not been cleaned. Also it had body damage that had not been fixed. The car was expensive, and they would not let me cancel my reservation. I will not use them again.

10.0 Wonderful

May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

The associates there were really friendly and kind. Our car got broken into the first day of our vacation. Thank goodness we had insurance on the vehicle. We did a swap that same day and went on out way.

Cons:

Honestly, everything was amazing!

10.0 Wonderful

May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Everybody was friendly!

6.0 Okay

May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

nice van

Cons:

charged for full tank was only supposed to pay &3.99 pet gallon for what was needed to fill up. needed only about 6 gallons so should have been charged about $25 not almost $80 which is about 19 gallons. i have been on hold with fox for almost an hour to resolve and still holding

8.0 Very good

May 2021

KAYAK

Cons:

All controls were not operable, wasn't perfectly clean when I picked it up.

2.0 Poor

Apr 2021

KAYAK

Cons:

The agent was very rude, required a 500$ deposit to rent locally. Do NOT rent from these guys - especially in your own towns. I think they don’t want your business.

1 out of 116

Sixt

7.7

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.7

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.5

Value for money

7.4

One location in San Jose

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1659 Airport Blvd

+1 888 749 8227

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10.0 Wonderful

Oct 2022

KAYAK
Smooth process from the rental desk to the vehicle pickup and the return process.

4.0 Mediocre

Oct 2022

KAYAK
the agents were slow and no helpful much. no real assistance in pick up of car.

10.0 Wonderful

Aug 2022

KAYAK
Great car, fair price, nice staff

10.0 Wonderful

Jun 2022

KAYAK
Easy check in and fast check out

10.0 Wonderful

Nov 2018

KAYAK

Pros:

Great services replace

10.0 Wonderful

Sep 2017

KAYAK

Pros:

Cheap price and no wait. Because SixT is less well known than the others, the lines for pick up were atrocious at Hertz, Avis, etc but non-existent at SixT. Mildly slick attempt at getting us to choose un-needed insurance (aren't they all?) but otherwise super-attentive service. No prob with the car at all. Drop off was a breeze.

Cons:

A couple of dents in the car not documented at pick-up - we had to note these and have them write then down before we took off with the vehicle.

1 out of 14

Avis

7.1

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.1

Value for money

7.3

Locations in San Jose

1350 N 1st Street

+1 669 223 1570

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1659 Airport Boulevard Ste 2

+1 408 993 2224

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2180 Tully Road

+1 408 809 0502

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2200 Eastridge Loop Ste 1104

+1 669 255 4088

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3680 Stevens Creek Blvd, Ste B

+1 669 223 0424

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4.0 Mediocre

Apr 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Staff was inept and inexperienced to handle a simple situation. We liked the car model.

Cons:

The car was not cleaned at all. Surprising they rented out without cleaning and sanitizing in COVID times. After bringing this issue to the agent, he said he could not help it. I was mad but had no option but to take it. Myself and two of my family members cleaned the car inside out for two hours before starting the trip. Horrible experience. Won’t rent from Avis again.

10.0 Wonderful

Aug 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

professional staff. very efficient checkin and return process. nice car in good shape and very clean. everything that I could ask for worked very well

6.4 Okay

Jul 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

The car needs a good wash

8.0 Very good

Mar 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

Rented from San Jose airport but actually was recorded as one mile away at a hotel pickup

9.6 Wonderful

Jul 2019

KAYAK

Pros:

Staff was great, price was good

4.0 Mediocre

Jun 2019

KAYAK

Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

I waited for over two hours to pickup my rental. When I finally got to the desk, all they had left was 12 person van.

1 out of 12

Airport Van

5.6

Cleanliness

6.5

Comfort

6.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

4.5

Value for money

5.5

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765 Coleman Ave

1-408-573-7111

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788 North King Road

+1 213 784 8585

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10.0 Wonderful

Jul 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

Good overall

2.0 Poor

May 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

Incorrect pick up address and contact information, no one there to assist

4.8 Mediocre

Jun 2019

KAYAK

Pros:

The can was in good condition.

Cons:

The offices were filthy, the line desperately long. I lined up for more than an hour to pick up the van. And no excuses were given by the staff.

5.6 Fair

Jul 2018

KAYAK

Pros:

Lot of Van options

Cons:

Limited Mileage and long wait

2.0 Poor

May 2018

KAYAK

Pros:

The rate appeared favorable for newer vehicle with unlimited mileage.

Cons:

Did not rent from AVR when it turned out not to be unlimited mileage. My experience with Sixt was excellent.

3.2 Poor

Apr 2018

KAYAK

Pros:

They did have availability of the van. Ran well.

Cons:

wrong address was provided by Kayak. They gave us 15 seat passenger van with zero cargo space. They did not even tell us about this upfront. Also i had to wait 45 minutes at the rental space for them to finish cleaning up, and they changed the rental vehicle at the last minute. Van was not fully cleaned. The back seats were very dirty.

1 out of 6

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Locations in San Jose

1659 Airport Blvd Ste 8

+1 844 370 8304

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8.0 Very good

Mar 2017

KAYAK

Pros:

Helpful employees at pick up and drop off.

Cons:

Rate was high, but I should have made the reservation earlier.

1 out of 1

Zeeba Rent-A-Van

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1659 Airport Blvd

+1 800 940 9332

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1701 Airport Blvd

+1 800 940 9332

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561 W Hedding Street

+1 800 940 9332

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Eagle Rent A Car

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75 Phelan Ave, Suite 2

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San Jose airport

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Sunnycars

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1527 Airport Boulevard

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659 Airport Blvd Ste 5

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Avr

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San Jose Airport

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Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport

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Economy Rent a Car

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561 West Hedding St.

+1 866 932 0060

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Europcar

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Please Go To Fox Counter

+1 408 709 2950

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Flight Car

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San Jose airport

+1 844 742 5870

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Goldcar Rental SP

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1659 Airport Blvd Car Rental Center San Jose Ca

+1 408 709 2950

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Its Rent a Car

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1701 Airport Blvd, San Jose, CA

+1 415 370 8478

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Locations in San Jose

San Jose Airport

+1 408 709 2950

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2549 travelers who rented a car in San Jose gave the car agency they used an average rating of 6.8

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Most popular agency

Hertz

Most popular car type

Standard

Average price

$60/day

Good deal

$46/day

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