KAYAK’s insights & trends for Kensington car rentals
Check out the latest trends and booking tips to rent a car in Kensington with confidence.
How far in advance should you book a car rental in Kensington, San Diego?
Based on car rental prices found by KAYAK users over the last 12 months.
To get the best price on a car rental in Kensington, San Diego, you should book around 39 days before your trip. This could save you approximately 28% compared to booking last minute.
Which car rental company in Kensington is best rated?
Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK.
Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car rental companies in Kensington are Enterprise Rent-A-Car (7.4/10, 98 reviews), Avis (6.3/10, 213 reviews), and Thrifty (5.7/10, 59 reviews).
Kensington car rental price comparison by vehicle type
Find the right rental car in Kensington by comparing prices across vehicle types.
Small
Medium
Large
SUV
Van
Pickup truck
Luxury
Convertible
Small cars
$26 - $36
All Car Types
$57 - $76
How much does it cost to rent a small car in Kensington?
How much does it cost to rent a medium car in Kensington?
How much does it cost to rent a large car in Kensington?
How much does it cost to rent an SUV in Kensington?
How much does it cost to rent a van in Kensington?
How much does it cost to rent a pickup truck in Kensington?
How much does it cost to rent a luxury car in Kensington?
How much does it cost to rent a convertible in Kensington?
Small car rentals in Kensington typically cost around $32 per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average $26 per day which is about 19% less than the yearly average. Small cars are usually 53% cheaper than the average rental in Kensington, making them ideal for budget-conscious travelers.
Medium car rentals in Kensington typically cost around $62 per day. The best time to book is May, when prices average $46 per day which is about 26% less than the yearly average. Medium cars are usually 8% cheaper than the average rental in Kensington, offering a good balance of space and value.
Large car rentals in Kensington typically cost around $57 per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average $47 per day which is about 18% less than the yearly average. Large cars can be 15% cheaper than the average rental in Kensington, offering more comfort for longer trips at a valuable price.
SUV rentals in Kensington typically cost around $70 per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average $56 per day which is about 20% less than the yearly average. SUVs are typically 5% more expensive than the average rental in Kensington, but provide extra space and capability for groups or road trips.
Van rentals in Kensington typically cost around $99 per day. The best time to book is September, when prices average $86 per day which is about 14% less than the yearly average. Vans are typically 33% more expensive than the average rental in Kensington, but are the best choice for families or groups needing maximum passenger capacity.
Pickup truck rentals in Kensington typically cost around $62 per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average $51 per day which is about 18% less than the yearly average. Pickup trucks are 8% cheaper than the average rental in Kensington, a practical choice for hauling gear or outdoor adventures.
Luxury car rentals in Kensington typically cost around $82 per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average $61 per day which is about 26% less than the yearly average. Luxury cars are typically 19% more expensive than the average rental in Kensington, but deliver premium comfort and style for special occasions.
Convertible rentals in Kensington typically cost around $97 per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average $86 per day which is about 12% less than the yearly average. Convertibles are typically 31% more expensive than the average rental in Kensington, perfect for scenic drives and warm-weather destinations.
Top tips for renting a car in Kensington, San Diego
25% of our users found rental cars in Kensington for $63 or less.
Book your rental car in Kensington at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price.
Medium rental cars in Kensington are around 36% cheaper than other car types, on average.
January is typically the cheapest month to rent a car in Kensington, with prices around $51/day. May, in contrast, is often the most costly month, with an average of $78/day.
If you’re looking to save money and don’t mind renting a car in another neighborhood in San Diego, look for deals in Little Italy, where daily prices are around $35/day, or Marina (average of $46/day).
FAQs about renting a car in Kensington (San Diego)
How much does it cost to rent a car in Kensington?
On average a rental car in Kensington costs $69 per day.
Are car rentals cheaper in other San Diego neighborhoods?
Yes. Based on our information, GREENMOTION in Midtown is the cheapest car rental location in San Diego. It is located at San Diego Airport Lindberg Fld S. Diego SAN.
What is the cheapest car rental company in Kensington?
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental car price ($35/day) in Kensington was found at ENTERPRISE, 3851 El Cajon Blvd.
What is the best rental car company in Kensington?
Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car rental company in Kensington is ENTERPRISE (7.5, 8 reviews).
They didn’t have the vehicle we booked. We went to the first lot at the airport but realized we had to take a cab to a different hertz dealer. Then they didn’t have the correct vehicle. They were going to send us to a third hertz, but we ended up settling for a different vehicle.
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Oct 2023
Supplier choice
Hertz falsely accused me of smoking in the Car.. was trying to impose smoking fee for a car I did not smoke in
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Oct 2022
Receptionist was extremely rude. There was no car available for me even though a reservation was a made. She was quick to let me know there was nothing she could do for me. She didn’t even try and cancel for me but instead kept directing me to call a 1-800 number to cancel or else I would still get charged. Very rude lady.
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Dec 2021
The rates were awesome and check out was so easy! Little bit of a long wait to get checked in but everything else was smooth.
I made a reservation for a truck online. Showed up and was told they did not have a truck. Made another reservation at a different enterprise online for a truck. Showed up and you guessed it, they did not have a truck again. Why allow someone to reserve a vehicle if you don’t actually have it?
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