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Cheap car hire in Southern California

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Nissan March car
Nissan March
or similar Small
2
2
4-5
M
₹ 473/day
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Renault Logan car
Renault Logan
or similar Small
4
2
4-5
M
₹ 473/day
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Chevrolet Aveo Sedan car
Chevrolet Aveo Sedan
or similar Medium
5
3
4-5
M
₹ 1,260/day
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Volkswagen Vento car
Volkswagen Vento
or similar Medium
5
3
4-5
M
₹ 473/day
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Chevrolet Malibu car
Chevrolet Malibu
or similar Large
5
2
4-5
M
₹ 2,231/day
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Nissan Quest car
Nissan Quest
or similar Van
5
5
4-5
M
₹ 4,870/day
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Nissan X-Trail car
Nissan X-Trail
or similar 4x4
5
2
4-5
M
₹ 4,026/day
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Nissan Maxima car
Nissan Maxima
or similar Luxury
5
5
2/4
M
₹ 4,345/day
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Honda Odyssey car
Honda Odyssey
or similar Van
5
2
4-5
M
₹ 6,701/day
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Chrysler 300 car
Chrysler 300
or similar Luxury
5
5
4-5
M
₹ 4,614/day
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Class Convertible car
Class Convertible
or similar Convertible
5
3
2/4
M
₹ 4,888/day
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RAM Pickup car
RAM Pickup
or similar Pickup truck
5
3
2/4
M
₹ 3,369/day
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Class Premium SUV car
Class Premium SUV
or similar 4x4
5
5
4-5
M
₹ 5,138/day
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Class Special Car car
Class Special Car
or similar Category
5
5
2/4
M
₹ 2,194/day
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Volkswagen Tiguan car
Volkswagen Tiguan
or similar 4x4
5
3
4-5
M
₹ 2,470/day
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Chevrolet Trax car
Chevrolet Trax
or similar 4x4
4
2
4-5
M
₹ 2,490/day
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Mazda CX-5 car
Mazda CX-5
or similar 4x4
5
3
4-5
M
₹ 2,713/day
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Porsche Cayenne car
Porsche Cayenne
or similar 4x4
5
5
4-5
M
₹ 4,467/day
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BMW 4 Series Coupé car
BMW 4 Series Coupé
or similar Luxury
5
5
2-3
M
₹ 7,200/day
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Class Special Coupé car
Class Special Coupé
or similar Luxury
5
5
2-3
M
₹ 15,431/day
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Class Special Pickup Truck car
Class Special Pickup Truck
or similar Pickup truck
5
5
2/4
M
₹ 17,031/day
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Best prices found by KAYAK users in the past 48 hours.
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Most popular car type

Average price

Good deal

Ace
Large
₹ 4,890/day
₹ 4,090/day

KAYAK’s insights & trends for Southern California car hire

Check out the latest trends and booking tips to hire a car in Southern California with confidence.

How far in advance should you book a rental car in Southern California?

You should book your rental car in Southern California around 7 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.

What is the most popular rental car in Southern California?

Hires in the Small category (Volkswagen Tiguan or similar) are the most popular option in Southern California, costing ₹ 3,669/day on average. Some users have found deals as low as ₹ 2,681/day.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Southern California?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Southern California is January at an average cost of ₹ 3,427/day. July is the most expensive month to hire a car in Southern California when prices are ₹ 5,031/day on average, which tends to be 10,604% above the yearly average hire price for Southern California.
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Top tips for hiring a car in Southern California

  • Southern California offers one of the finest travel destinations in America. Many people prefer traveling to Southern California in rental cars. Whereas renting a vehicle to tour Southern California is economical in the long run, you should prepare for your car rental in advance. Start by identifying the different car dealers near the places you want to visit. Check out the cars and identify which car model fits your Southern California tour. Go through the rental agreement with a suitable car rental dealer before committing yourself to a contract. Inspect the car thoroughly before embarking on your trip and ensure it doesn’t have any damages. Furthermore, fuel the car before starting your road trip, other than waiting for the dealer to fuel the car for you since they will include the gas in your rental car price.
  • Some car rental firms in Southern California allow car renters to use their travel insurance to pay for rental cars. Thus, you should check with a prospective car rental company as to whether they accept a travel insurance policy as an option for renting cars. Furthermore, check the car rental options the dealer will offer you courtesy of your travel insurance policy. Travelers with a comprehensive travel insurance policy have an advantage when booking and paying for rental cars. A comprehensive insurance plan, for instance, can pay for gas while driving a rental car in Southern California.
  • Driving in Southern California is different from driving in other places. The region has some of the country’s busiest roads. Hence, all drivers, and primarily rental drivers, should observe safety precautions to keep safe while driving on Southern California’s highways. For instance, while driving a rental car in Southern California, you should follow the recommended speed limit, always keep right, make correct lane changes, and maximize your visibility.
  • There are many car rental firms in Southern California offering their services. But no website offers more car rental options than KAYAK. Car rental drivers should take advantage of the KAYAK website to choose a car rental company. KAYAK will give you an originality boost by allowing you to select a car that offers better performance than your everyday car. You can then book a car directly through the KAYAK website.
  • 25% of our users found rental cars in Southern California for ₹ 4,090 or less
  • Medium rental cars in Southern California are around 30% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about hiring a car in Southern California

  • Should I hire a car in Southern California?

    Anyone driving to Southern California has several reasons for getting a rental car. Even if you already have a vehicle, renting a car to explore Southern California remains a brilliant idea for virtually every driver. A rental car will save your vehicle from wear and tear over time. Rental cars are also more comfortable since these vehicles are designed for long road trips. You can save gas while driving to some of California’s best destinations, including Santa Barbara, Long Beach, and Catalina Island.

  • What is driving like in Southern California?

    Whether you want a long road trip or a short scenic drive, driving in Southern California is ultimately rewarding. You can experience fascinating scenes while driving in the region. You can have an incredible lifetime experience navigating the mountainous region as you drive to Southern California’s pristine beaches, such as Malibu and Long Beach. Driving in South California can be full of fun since you will encounter some of the region’s finest attractions. You can stop your rental car at various eateries and enjoy drinks and tasty Southern California dishes with your family.

  • How old do you have to be to hire a car in Southern California?

    Every driver must be, at minimum, twenty one years old to rent a vehicle in Southern California. All drivers should provide proof of having requisite driving training before renting a car. Visiting drivers need to have a driving permit from their home state six months before driving to Southern California. Besides meeting the minimum driving age, renters should also present a valid driver’s license to their car rental dealers. Foreign drivers should also submit their non-US driving licenses to the authorities in Southern California.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Southern California?

    On average a car hire in Southern California costs ₹ 4,746 per day.

  • How can I find car hires near me in Southern California?

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

  • Where should I hire a car in Southern California?

    Based on car searches on KAYAK, the most popular cities to hire a car in Southern California are San Diego (94% of total searches of users looking to hire a car in Southern California) and Anaheim (6%).

  • How much does it cost to hire a car for a week in Southern California?

    On average a car hire in Southern California costs ₹ 33,224 per week (₹ 4,746 per day).

  • How much does it cost to hire a car long term for a month in Southern California?

    On average a car hire in Southern California costs ₹ 142,389 per month (₹ 4,746 per day).

Car rental directory

  • enterprise

    Enterprise Rent-A-Car car hire locations in Southern California

    65 Locations

  • hertz

    Hertz car hire locations in Southern California

    44 Locations

  • avis

    Avis car hire locations in Southern California

    36 Locations

  • budget

    Budget car hire locations in Southern California

    35 Locations

  • dollar

    Dollar car hire locations in Southern California

    24 Locations

  • thrifty

    Thrifty car hire locations in Southern California

    20 Locations

  • sixtrentacar

    Sixt car hire locations in Southern California

    12 Locations

  • midwaycarren

    Midway car hire locations in Southern California

    11 Locations

  • national

    National car hire locations in Southern California

    10 Locations

  • sunnycars

    Sunnycars car hire locations in Southern California

    10 Locations

  • alamo

    Alamo car hire locations in Southern California

    9 Locations

  • vipcarsrec

    VIPCars Recommendation car hire locations in Southern California

    8 Locations

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