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What car hire company in Carlsbad has the most locations?
Hertz has the most locations of any car hire company in Carlsbad, with 3 locations.
What car do most people hire in Carlsbad?
The Toyota Tacoma is the most popular car to hire in Carlsbad, according to our data. Our users have found prices for Toyota Tacoma rentals for as low as €41/day in Carlsbad, though on average you can expect prices to be around €76/day. Another popular car to hire in Carlsbad is the Toyota Corolla for an average of €61/day, and deals as low as €24/day.
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€29 - €47
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€51 - €66
The average price of a small car hire in Carlsbad, the United States is €37. The cheapest time to hire a small car in Carlsbad, the United States is in September. The price is 24% lower than the rest of the year at just €29 per day. A small car rental is typically 34% less expensive than the average rental car in Carlsbad. The average price of a car hire in Carlsbad can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire.
The average price of a medium car hire in Carlsbad, the United States is €43. The cheapest time to hire a medium car in Carlsbad, the United States is in October. The price is 32% lower than the rest of the year at just €30 per day. A medium car rental is typically 23% less expensive than the average rental car in Carlsbad. The average price of a car hire in Carlsbad can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire.
The average price of a large car hire in Carlsbad, the United States is €52. The cheapest time to hire a large car in Carlsbad, the United States is in November. The price is 33% lower than the rest of the year at just €35 per day. A large car rental is typically 9% less expensive than the average rental car in Carlsbad. The average price of a car hire in Carlsbad can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire.
The average price of a SUV hire in Carlsbad, the United States is €58. The cheapest time to hire a SUV in Carlsbad, the United States is in May. The price is 17% lower than the rest of the year at just €49 per day. A SUV rental is typically 4% more expensive than the average rental car in Carlsbad. The average price of a car hire in Carlsbad can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire.
The average price of a van hire in Carlsbad, the United States is €84. The cheapest time to hire a van in Carlsbad, the United States is in July. The price is 37% lower than the rest of the year at just €53 per day. A van rental is typically 33% more expensive than the average rental car in Carlsbad. The average price of a car hire in Carlsbad can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire.
The average price of a pickup truck hire in Carlsbad, the United States is €57. The cheapest time to hire a pickup truck in Carlsbad, the United States is in April. The price is 35% lower than the rest of the year at just €38 per day. A pickup truck rental is typically 2% more expensive than the average rental car in Carlsbad. The average price of a car hire in Carlsbad can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire.
The average price of a luxury car hire in Carlsbad, the United States is €63. The cheapest time to hire a luxury car in Carlsbad, the United States is in October. The price is 24% lower than the rest of the year at just €48 per day. A luxury car rental is typically 10% more expensive than the average rental car in Carlsbad. The average price of a car hire in Carlsbad can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire.
The average price of a convertible hire in Carlsbad, the United States is €87. The cheapest time to hire a convertible in Carlsbad, the United States is in September. The price is 29% lower than the rest of the year at just €63 per day. A convertible rental is typically 36% more expensive than the average rental car in Carlsbad. The average price of a car hire in Carlsbad can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire.
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The pick up process took a long time. There seemed to only be one person out of the 3-4 working that could get the keys for my car. Drop off was fine. The car also felt old and I was worried about breaking down on the way to Vegas with the hills and heat. I didn’t breakdown but usually cars I’ve rented at other companies the cars were newer or felt newer at least.
10.0
Wonderful|Apr 2023
Staff was friendly and helpful. They did not have the truck that I reserved but offered me an upgrade for the same price.
7.9
Good|Aug 2021
Watch the signs in Carlsbad several locations closed and they do not tell you when you rent. All locations have been centralized to one in Carlsbad
Loved the ease of pick and drop off. Really couldn’t be smoother!
10.0
Wonderful|Sept 2022
Nice make and model.
2.0
Poor|Jun 2022
Tires were worn down Car needs alignment, was banking left. Unexplained 200 charges. Unhelpful agents on the counter Nobody ever picks up on Customer care
2.0
Poor|May 2022
Absolutely horrendous. I have never rented a car before and they gave me little to no information about the return process. When driving to return the car I called customer service for some clarity on what to do and it was awful. The guy didnt answer a single question I had which were pretty straight forward questions. Instead he kept saying “Mhm mhm good question” and rambled on about nothing I asked. I ended up hanging up because I was getting no where. They charged me $685 to rent the car for 2 days. $300 one way fee was tacked on during drop off because I dropped it off at the airport. I was never informed I couldn’t drop it off at another location. I thought it was a chain and they all shared cars. Terrible terrible terrible!! $685 DOLLARS is absolutely unacceptable for a 2 day rental. I would have dropped it off at the same location I got it had I known prior to returning that I had to, but I couldn’t go back once I arrived at the airport because I would have missed my flight back home! I feel completely taken advantage of.
8.0
Very Good|Jan 2022
I'm not sure I've ever had an experience where you actually get the car you reserve? But pickup in Oceanside was a breeze and it was easy to modify the reservation online.
10.0
Wonderful|Oct 2021
The Avis/Budget rep at the Haley St location went above and beyond to make sure we were taken care of, charged appropriately, and able to make our flight on time. It was much appreciated!
I get there with my reservation and they said they had no car for me. You guys took $44 from me for no reason and I was left with no more options because everywhere else was closing. you guys are horrible
2.0
Poor|Mar 2022
No cars!!! I paid $45. for a cab from Cardiff to Palomar for my noon pickup of rental car. NO CARS!!!!!!!!!!! It was a nightmare to be stuck.
2.0
Poor|Mar 2022
They did have my reservation
2.0
Poor|Feb 2022
Called me the night before my trip to tell me they didn’t have any cars available. Cost me $600 in plane tickets to correct.
8.0
Very Good|Feb 2022
Car not available at first in Oceanside. until I insisted on a possible upgrade, then car became available. Return at Torrance, excellent. Car was clean and ran well. Had to throw out hanging scented deodorizer hanging from rear view mirror. HORRIBLE scent. Had to drive with windows down for quite awhile. Not good for those of us allergic to scented products!
5.9
Fair|Aug 2021
The car was ridiculously underpowered and getting to speed on a California Freeway was a struggle!
Learn everything there is to know about hiring a car in Carlsbad so you can be properly prepared for your next trip
Is there a fee to cancel my Carlsbad, California car hire?
When you hire a car in Carlsbad, popular agencies such as Hertz, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, and Budget will generally offer free cancellation. While momondo does not have any control over cancellation policies for rental cars in Carlsbad, we can help you find the cheapest car to hire for your upcoming trip.
What is the speed limit in Carlsbad, California?
40 km/h is the city speed limit for Carlsbad, which also applies to surrounding towns and other urban centres. The suburban speed limit and the speed limit for motorways around Carlsbad are 120 km/h and 120 km/h, respectively. If you hire a car in Carlsbad, be aware that these speed limits may be strictly enforced.
What car hire company has the Jeep Compass in Carlsbad?
At the moment, Hertz has the Jeep Compass available for hire in Carlsbad for €38 per day on average. Keep in mind that availability for Jeep Compass hire in Carlsbad can change quickly.
Is the weather in Carlsbad similar to the rest of California?
Travellers looking to leave from Carlsbad on a road trip around California or the surrounding areas during the month of June should expect temperatures around 20 °C and about 2.9 mm of possible rain through the month.
When did momondo last update prices for cars in Carlsbad?
Prices for cars in Carlsbad are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for cars in Carlsbad?
As of June 2026, there are 19 operators available to choose from for cars in Carlsbad.
How old do you have to be to hire a car in Carlsbad?
The minimum age for drivers varies by country, including Carlsbad. In numerous EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. To hire a car overseas, you'll generally need to be at least 21, and if you're under 25, a young driver surcharge may be applied. We advise that you read the policy of your chosen hire company before making a reservation.
What documentation or ID do you need to hire a car in Carlsbad?
When hiring a car in Carlsbad, all drivers must present a full valid driving license. An International Driving Permit is required if the driving license is written in a language different to that of the country of hire and may be necessary to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you are hiring abroad, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We always recommend checking with the individual hire company you are booking with.
Why use momondo?
Why should I use momondo to book a car hire in Carlsbad?
Booking a car hire in Carlsbad via momondo could save you time and money. momondo provides you with a wide selection of options and cars as we search thousands of car hire websites and locations to enable you to make the best choice for your trip.
How does momondo help me find the best car hire deal in Carlsbad?
momondo helps you find the best car hire deal in Carlsbad by allowing you to filter results by price, capacity, car features, drop off, pick-up location and many more.
Does momondo show car hire deals in Carlsbad with free cancellation?
Free cancellation is a policy that can be filtered on momondo car hire searches for Carlsbad and all other locations. Availability may vary by location.
Can I hire a car with a fair fuel policy in Carlsbad on momondo?
momondo specifically allows you to search for car hire in Carlsbad with fair fuel policies.
Can I find a car hire in Carlsbad which offers enhanced cleaning on momondo?
You can specifically filter for enhanced cleaning on car hire in Carlsbad on momondo.
Can I search for car hire in Carlsbad with unlimited mileage on momondo?
Absolutely. You can specifically filter for car hire deals in Carlsbad with unlimited mileage on momondo.
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