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 (8,4 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8,2 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 R16,38/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R737 and R1 064 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

Booking your car hire early can save you up to 39%. Aim to book your car hire at least 7 days in advance to take advantage of a 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 car hire for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from San Jose it should be possible to hire 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 (Ford Mustang Convertible) 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

R764

February

R800

March

R873

April

R964

May

R1 018

June

R1 091

July

R1 236

August

R1 109

September

R1 036

October

R945

November

R909

December

R964

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.

Top rental agencies in San Jose

Have a look at the top car hire agencies available in San Jose, including Hertz, Budget and Alamo. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a car hire agency.

Hertz

6,3

Okay

63 reviews•9 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 21

Budget

6,2

Okay

58 reviews•5 locations

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Alamo

8,4

Very Good

25 reviews•1 location

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Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8,1

Very Good

16 reviews•9 locations

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Dollar

7,1

Good

19 reviews•4 locations

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Thrifty

7,0

Good

14 reviews•4 locations

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Avis

6,6

Okay

19 reviews•5 locations

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Recent reviews

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 hire 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 (8,4 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8,2 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 R16,38/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R737 and R1 064 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.
How far in advance should I hire a car in San Jose for the best price?
Booking your car hire early can save you up to 39%. Aim to book your car hire at least 7 days in advance to take advantage of a 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 car hire for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from San Jose it should be possible to hire 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 (Ford Mustang Convertible) 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 25 March 2025.

Top rental agencies in San Jose

Explore the leading car hire agencies in San Jose known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in San Jose. Reviews were last updated on 25 March 2025.

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Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in San Jose, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 25 March 2025.

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

What are petrol prices like in San Jose?

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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