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Kia Rio
or similar Economy
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
1
A/C
4
€35.96
per day
Free cancellation
7.9
Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
Costa Mesa Downtown
1989 Harbor Blvd
Costa Mesa
Drop-off information
Costa Mesa Downtown
1989 Harbor Blvd
Costa Mesa
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Zero deductible
Kia Soul
or similar Compact
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
2
A/C
4
€35.96
per day
Free cancellation
7.9
Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
Costa Mesa Downtown
1989 Harbor Blvd
Costa Mesa
Drop-off information
Costa Mesa Downtown
1989 Harbor Blvd
Costa Mesa
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Zero deductible
Toyota Corolla
or similar Intermediate
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
1
A/C
4
€36.02
per day
Free cancellation
7.9
Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
Costa Mesa Downtown
1989 Harbor Blvd
Costa Mesa
Drop-off information
Costa Mesa Downtown
1989 Harbor Blvd
Costa Mesa
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Zero deductible
Toyota RAV4
or similar Intermediate SUV
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
3
A/C
4
€43.40
per day
Free cancellation
7.9
Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
Costa Mesa Downtown
1989 Harbor Blvd
Costa Mesa
Drop-off information
Costa Mesa Downtown
1989 Harbor Blvd
Costa Mesa
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Zero deductible
Volkswagen Jetta
or similar Standard
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
2
A/C
4
€40.68
per day
Free cancellation
7.9
Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
Costa Mesa Downtown
1989 Harbor Blvd
Costa Mesa
Drop-off information
Costa Mesa Downtown
1989 Harbor Blvd
Costa Mesa
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Zero deductible
Toyota Camry
or similar Full-size
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
2
A/C
4
€41.02
per day
Free cancellation
7.9
Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
Costa Mesa Downtown
1989 Harbor Blvd
Costa Mesa
Drop-off information
Costa Mesa Downtown
1989 Harbor Blvd
Costa Mesa
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Zero deductible
Toyota Corolla
or similar Intermediate
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
1
A/C
4
€46.65
per day
Free cancellation
8.0
Very Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
Costa Mesa Downtown
1989 Harbor Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA-92627
Drop-off information
Costa Mesa Downtown
1989 Harbor Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA-92627
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Zero deductible
Toyota Camry
or similar Full-size
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
2
A/C
4
€47.65
per day
Free cancellation
8.0
Very Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
Costa Mesa Downtown
1989 Harbor Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA-92627
Drop-off information
Costa Mesa Downtown
1989 Harbor Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA-92627
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Zero deductible
Volkswagen Jetta
or similar Standard
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
2
A/C
4
€47.65
per day
Free cancellation
8.0
Very Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
Costa Mesa Downtown
1989 Harbor Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA-92627
Drop-off information
Costa Mesa Downtown
1989 Harbor Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA-92627
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Zero deductible
Ford Edge
or similar Standard SUV
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
3
A/C
4
€61.44
per day
Free cancellation
7.9
Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
Costa Mesa Downtown
1989 Harbor Blvd
Costa Mesa
Drop-off information
Costa Mesa Downtown
1989 Harbor Blvd
Costa Mesa
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Zero deductible
Ford Edge
or similar Standard SUV
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
3
A/C
5
€61.79
per day
Free cancellation
8.0
Very Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
Costa Mesa Downtown
1989 Harbor Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA-92627
Drop-off information
Costa Mesa Downtown
1989 Harbor Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA-92627
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Zero deductible
Chrysler Pacifica
or similar Mini Van
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
7
4
A/C
4
€65.36
per day
Free cancellation
7.9
Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
Costa Mesa Downtown
1989 Harbor Blvd
Costa Mesa
Drop-off information
Costa Mesa Downtown
1989 Harbor Blvd
Costa Mesa
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Zero deductible
Jeep Grand Cherokee
or similar Standard Elite SUV
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
7
2
A/C
5
€66.07
per day
Free cancellation
7.9
Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
Costa Mesa Downtown
1989 Harbor Blvd
Costa Mesa
Drop-off information
Costa Mesa Downtown
1989 Harbor Blvd
Costa Mesa
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Zero deductible
Kia Soul
or similar Compact
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
2
A/C
4
€66.41
per day
Free cancellation
8.0
Very Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
Costa Mesa Downtown
1989 Harbor Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA-92627
Drop-off information
Costa Mesa Downtown
1989 Harbor Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA-92627
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Zero deductible
Kia Rio
or similar Economy
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
1
A/C
4
€66.41
per day
Free cancellation
8.0
Very Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
Costa Mesa Downtown
1989 Harbor Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA-92627
Drop-off information
Costa Mesa Downtown
1989 Harbor Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA-92627
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Zero deductible
Toyota RAV4
or similar Intermediate SUV
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
3
A/C
4
€69.79
per day
Free cancellation
8.0
Very Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
Costa Mesa Downtown
1989 Harbor Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA-92627
Drop-off information
Costa Mesa Downtown
1989 Harbor Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA-92627
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Zero deductible
Jeep Grand Cherokee
or similar Standard Elite SUV
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
7
2
A/C
5
€70.54
per day
Free cancellation
8.0
Very Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
Costa Mesa Downtown
1989 Harbor Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA-92627
Drop-off information
Costa Mesa Downtown
1989 Harbor Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA-92627
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
Zero deductible
Chrysler Pacifica
or similar Mini Van
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
7
4
A/C
4
€106.31
per day
Free cancellation
8.0
Very Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
Costa Mesa Downtown
1989 Harbor Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA-92627
Drop-off information
Costa Mesa Downtown
1989 Harbor Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA-92627
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Average deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay now
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The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 17:27 on 16/03/26. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.
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Table of contents
- Cheapest car rental rates
- Why book with us?
- Travel information
- Top 20 cities near Costa Mesa
- Top 20 locations near Costa Mesa
- Map of top car rental locations
- When to book in Costa Mesa and for how long?
- Car rental information
- Most popular car models of rental suppliers
- Car rental statistics
- Top 5 suppliers in Costa Mesa in 2026
- Award-winning service
Travel information
Languages
English, Spanish
Currency
USD
Drive on
Right-hand side
Country code
+1
Average car rental price
€57 per day
Average car rental length
3 days
Speed limit within town
40–48 km/h
or
25–30 mph
Speed limit out of town
88–104 km/h
or
55–65 mph
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.08%
Average gas price
€1.10 per liter or €4.16 per gallon
Lowest gas price
€1.00 per liter or €3.79 per gallon
Highest gas price
€1.19 per liter or €4.50 per gallon
Top 20 cities near Costa Mesa
- Santa Anafrom €55.28 per day6.1 km / 3.79 miles away
- Huntington Beachfrom €52.53 per day9.9 km / 6.15 miles away
- Irvine17.4 km / 10.81 miles away
- Anaheimfrom €42.65 per day21 km / 13.05 miles away
- Mission Viejofrom €63.04 per day23.3 km / 14.48 miles away
- Laguna Niguelfrom €63.04 per day23.6 km / 14.66 miles away
- Fullertonfrom €63.04 per day25.6 km / 15.91 miles away
- Long Beachfrom €53.87 per day29 km / 18.02 miles away
- Norwalkfrom €40.49 per day33.4 km / 20.75 miles away
- Rowland Heights37.9 km / 23.55 miles away
- Coronafrom €64.44 per day41.8 km / 25.97 miles away
- Diamond Barfrom €63.04 per day44.2 km / 27.46 miles away
- Montebellofrom €63.04 per day44.4 km / 27.59 miles away
- Torrancefrom €63.04 per day46 km / 28.58 miles away
- West Covina47.6 km / 29.58 miles away
- Redondo Beachfrom €55.15 per day49.2 km / 30.57 miles away
- Covinafrom €63.04 per day50 km / 31.07 miles away
- Riversidefrom €63.04 per day50 km / 31.07 miles away
- Hawthornefrom €63.04 per day50.5 km / 31.38 miles away
- Ontariofrom €57.32 per day53.1 km / 32.99 miles away
Top 20 locations near Costa Mesa
- John Wayne Airportfrom €55.28 per day6.1 km / 3.79 miles away
- Huntington Beach Yorktownfrom €52.53 per day7.8 km / 4.85 miles away
- Huntington Beach Northfrom €63.04 per day9.9 km / 6.15 miles away
- Irvine South-east17.4 km / 10.81 miles away
- Anaheim Southfrom €57.74 per day18.1 km / 11.25 miles away
- Anaheim Disneylandfrom €42.65 per day18.7 km / 11.62 miles away
- Anaheim (Downtown)from €64.44 per day21 km / 13.05 miles away
- Laguna Niguel Downtownfrom €63.04 per day23.6 km / 14.66 miles away
- Mission Viejo Margueritefrom €63.04 per day24.9 km / 15.47 miles away
- Fullerton Downtownfrom €63.04 per day25.6 km / 15.91 miles away
- Anaheim Esperanzafrom €63.04 per day27 km / 16.78 miles away
- Long Beach Downtownfrom €53.87 per day29 km / 18.02 miles away
- Long Beach Airportfrom €65.31 per day29.1 km / 18.08 miles away
- Norwalk Downtownfrom €40.49 per day33.4 km / 20.75 miles away
- Rowland Heights Downtown37.9 km / 23.55 miles away
- Diamond Bar Westfrom €63.04 per day40.4 km / 25.1 miles away
- Corona Downtownfrom €64.44 per day41.8 km / 25.97 miles away
- Montebello Downtownfrom €63.04 per day44.4 km / 27.59 miles away
- Torrance Downtownfrom €63.04 per day46 km / 28.58 miles away
Map of top car rental locations
A
Costa Mesa (Downtown)
2 rental locations
When to book in Costa Mesa and for how long?
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Costa Mesa?
Car rental prices in Costa Mesa vary by time of year. This graph shows the average prices per month to help you find the best time of year to rent.
Saver's insights
| Cheapest monthNovember | Most expensive month October | |
| A good deal €54 | Cheapest supplier Budget | Cheapest car type Medium cars |
Average rental costs per day in Costa Mesa
€141
€70
€0
€34
in January
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
€128
in October
Oct
€26
in November
Nov
Dec
The cheapest month to rent a car in Costa Mesa is November (when prices average €25.93 per day). This is 66% cheaper than the yearly average and 80% cheaper than renting in October (when prices average €127.98).
This information can help you identify the low season. But these are only average numbers. How much your car rental will cost will depend on the type of vehicle you rent, how long you’ll rent it for, and how far ahead you book. Simply enter your dates in the form at the top of the page to see the exact prices.
What's the most popular month to rent a car in Costa Mesa?
Based on the number of searches by our customers, the most popular month for renting a car in Costa Mesa is January, and the least popular is January.
Monthly searches in Costa Mesa by pick-up date relative to the average
1.1
0.6
0
Same as average in January
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Same as average in October
Oct
Same as average in November
Nov
Dec
What’s the usual rental length in Costa Mesa?
How long travelers keep their rental cars for varies from month to month: in January, the average renter keeps their car for 59 days, and in November, they keep their car for 2 days.
Average number of rental days in Costa Mesa
65
32
0
59 days in January
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
3 days in October
Oct
2 days in November
Nov
Dec
Car rental information
| 📍 Car rental locations | 2 |
| 🔥 Popular suppliers | Budget |
| 🚗 Popular car types | Small cars, SUVs |
| 🤑 Lowest price | €49 per day |
| 👛 Cheapest supplier | Budget |
Most popular car models of rental suppliers
| Rental Supplier | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Budget | Kia Rio | 4 | 1 | Small car |
| Budget | Chevrolet Suburban | 4 | 4 | SUV |
Car rental statistics
Highest-rated company
Thrifty (rated 8.1 / 10)
Lowest-rated company
Budget (rated 7.9 / 10)
Total rental companies
5
Average daily price
€57
Lowest daily price
€49
Total cars available
14
Top 5 suppliers in Costa Mesa in 2026
Thrifty
1 location
8.1
Very Good
Value for money
7.7
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
7.5
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
8.6
Car condition
8.8
€30
per day
Most popular location
2706 Harbor Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA 92626, United States
Hertz
1 location
8.0
Very Good
Value for money
7.4
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
7.2
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
8.3
Car condition
8.5
€30
per day
Most popular location
2706 Harbor Blvd
Dollar
1 location
8.0
Very Good
Value for money
7.3
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
7.3
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
8.5
Car condition
8.5
€30
per day
Most popular location
2706 Harbor Blvd
Avis
1 location
8.0
Very Good
Value for money
7.8
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
7.8
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
8.0
Car condition
8.1
€63–€104
per day
Most popular location
1989 Harbor Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA-92627
Budget
1 location
7.9
Good
Value for money
7.5
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
7.3
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
7.9
Car condition
7.9
€49–€76
per day
Most popular location
1989 Harbor Blvd
Costa Mesa
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