Which car hire company is considered to be the best in San Jose?

Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, National (10.0 rating), Alamo (8.6 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.3 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in San Jose.

What are petrol prices like in San Jose?

The average price of petrol in San Jose is Rp 14,301.61/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between Rp 643,572 and Rp 929,604 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

How much does it cost to hire a car in San Jose for a week from Thrifty?

Thrifty is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in San Jose. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about Rp 11,855,395 per week.

How far in advance should I hire a car in San Jose for the best price?

Booking early can save you upwards of 38% on your car hire. Booking your vehicle at least 7 days in advance can you get you a great below-average price in San Jose.

Can I rent a car for a month in San Jose?

The length of time you can book a rental for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from San Jose it should be possible to rent a car for a whole month if needed.

What car do most people hire in San Jose?

The majority of Cheapflights travellers prefer to hire a Full-size (Nissan Pathfinder) in San Jose, making it the most popular option.

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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in San Jose?

January

Rp 635,626

February

Rp 778,642

March

Rp 842,205

April

Rp 842,205

May

Rp 889,877

June

Rp 953,440

July

Rp 1,064,675

August

Rp 953,440

September

Rp 905,768

October

Rp 826,314

November

Rp 762,752

December

Rp 794,533

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in San Jose is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Compare available car types for rental in San Jose

	Medium cars	Rp 784,204 - Rp 1,798,665
	All Car Types	Rp 517,559 - Rp 1,798,665

To hire a medium car in San Jose, the United States, you would pay an average price of Rp 775,822/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in San Jose, the United States (~Rp 784,204/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~Rp 1,798,665/day). In fact, August is about 1% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for San Jose. When comparing with other car types available for hire in San Jose, hiring a medium car saves you 16% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

Top rental agencies in San Jose

Choose from the top rental car agencies available in San Jose, including Hertz, Budget and Alamo. Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in San Jose, including Hertz, Budget and Alamo.

Hertz

6.3

Okay

67 reviews•10 locations

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10.0

Wonderful|Aug 2023

Everything was pretty great, except that it was difficult to opt for an electric car even though they seemed to be advertised at the same rate or cheaper than the ICE car I eventually rented.

2.0

Poor|May 2023

They called me at the last minute and told me they did not have the van I was going to rent so they would give me a box truck for more expensive so I had to go last mirando find another company to rent from

2.0

Poor|Mar 2023

My main issue is the customer service for pick-up was poor and I was overcharged. I couldn’t find the rental counter and tried to call them. No answer and this was during supposed business hours. After reaching the counter I was pressured to pre-pay for the electric charge (I had a Tesla). I declined and as I exited the garage I was asked again and I declined again. The car was fine during the rental. When I returned the vehicle I returned it with more charge than I received it with. At drop-off I was told they’d email me my receipt (I had a flight to catch). And sure enough the pre-pay was on the bill. Very disappointed that they added in charges I declined numerous times.

10.0

Wonderful|Mar 2023

The staff person was awesome. Thanks!

4.0

Mediocre|Mar 2023

Lots of added/hidden fees after reaching the counter even after declining options. That should be presented at the time of checkout. Then for self reported damage, no pen is provided. Most travelers aren't carrying pens. I had to ask the man at the exit booth got a pen to sign off any damage

1 out of 23

Budget

6.2

Okay

55 reviews•5 locations

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Alamo

8.6

Very Good

27 reviews•1 location

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Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.1

Very Good

14 reviews•9 locations

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Dollar

7.5

Good

21 reviews•3 locations

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Thrifty

7.2

Good

19 reviews•3 locations

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Avis

6.7

Okay

20 reviews•5 locations

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6.0

Okay|Jul 2023

Rented a large van, which was great. Got a brand new vehicle with less than 50 miles and it did great. Check in took a long time. Seemed to have too few people for the reservations, although there were also a few people in line who seemed confused on what they needed. So may have been walkouts that Avis was not expecting. Return area was not staffed early in the evening, so had to go by the rental counter. Thankfully, there was no line that time.

8.0

Very Good|Jul 2023

Counter service SLOW!!!! Upstairs pickup super helpful!

2.0

Poor|Apr 2023

The car was showing oil pressure low. First added one jug of oil, msg disappeared, after 25km again started showing same msg, then added another jug. Again within 10km, it was showing msg until dropped off. So I spent USD26 extra, this need to refund for me

1 out of 7

Airport Van

6.0

Okay

2 reviews•2 locations

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Car rental FAQs

Which car hire company is considered to be the best in San Jose?
Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, National (10.0 rating), Alamo (8.6 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.3 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in San Jose.
What are petrol prices like in San Jose?
The average price of petrol in San Jose is Rp 14,301.61/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between Rp 643,572 and Rp 929,604 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.
How much does it cost to hire a car in San Jose for a week from Thrifty?
Thrifty is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in San Jose. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about Rp 11,855,395 per week.
How far in advance should I hire a car in San Jose for the best price?
Booking early can save you upwards of 38% on your car hire. Booking your vehicle at least 7 days in advance can you get you a great below-average price in San Jose.
Can I rent a car for a month in San Jose?
The length of time you can book a rental for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from San Jose it should be possible to rent a car for a whole month if needed.
What car do most people hire in San Jose?
The majority of Cheapflights travellers prefer to hire a Full-size (Nissan Pathfinder) in San Jose, making it the most popular option.

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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in San Jose?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in San Jose and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 17 November 2024.

Compare available car types for rental in San Jose

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in San Jose to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 17 November 2024.

Top rental agencies in San Jose

Explore the leading car rental agencies in San Jose known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in San Jose. Reviews were last updated on 17 November 2024.

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Which car hire company is considered to be the best in San Jose?

What are petrol prices like in San Jose?

How much does it cost to hire a car in San Jose for a week from Thrifty?

How far in advance should I hire a car in San Jose for the best price?

Can I rent a car for a month in San Jose?

What car do most people hire in San Jose?

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