San Luis Obispo

Cheap Car Hire in San Luis Obispo

San Luis Obispo, CA, United States
Apr 27 — May 4
Driver's age: 26-65
San Luis Obispo, CA, United States
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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in San Luis Obispo?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in San Luis Obispo 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 20 April 2024.

January

R1 053

February

R1 015

March

R1 072

April

R1 226

May

R1 206

June

R1 302

July

R1 283

August

R1 264

September

R1 226

October

R1 187

November

R1 130

December

R1 015

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in San Luis Obispo is February. The most expensive time to rent a car is June. 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 Luis Obispo

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in San Luis Obispo to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 20 April 2024.

Top rental agencies in San Luis Obispo

Explore the leading car hire agencies in San Luis Obispo known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 5 car hire companies in San Luis Obispo. Reviews were last updated on 20 April 2024.
Have a look at the top car hire agencies available in San Luis Obispo, including Avis, Budget and Hertz. Skim reviews, hire company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.

Avis

8,1
Very Good
57 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,4

Comfort

8,6

Overall

8,1

Pick-up/drop-off

8,2

Value

7,7

Budget

7,1
Good
66 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,6

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,0

Pick-up/drop-off

6,7

Value

7,2

Hertz

7,6
Good
21 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,9

Comfort

7,8

Overall

7,7

Pick-up/drop-off

7,7

Value

7,3

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

6,8
Okay
21 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,2

Comfort

7,1

Overall

7,1

Pick-up/drop-off

6,7

Value

6,3

Easirent

1 location

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in San Luis Obispo, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 20 April 2024.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in San Luis Obispo?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Avis (8,1 rating), Hertz (7,6 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (7,2 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in San Luis Obispo.

  • What are petrol prices like in San Luis Obispo?

    The average price of petrol in San Luis Obispo is R19,55/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R879 and R1 270 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in San Luis Obispo for the best price?

    Booking early can save you upwards of 43% on your car hire. Booking your vehicle at least 88 days in advance can you get you a great below-average price in San Luis Obispo.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in San Luis Obispo?

    Typically, how long you can hire a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For San Luis Obispo however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.

  • What car do most people hire in San Luis Obispo?

    The most popular car to hire while in San Luis Obispo is the Chrysler Pacifica, which is a Mini vehicle.

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