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Chevrolet Spark
or similar Economy
Automatic
4
A/C
4
$72.49
per day
Rental office
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Toyota Corolla
or similar Intermediate
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$75.09
per day
Rental office
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Kia Soul
or similar Compact
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$72.69
per day
Rental office
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Toyota Camry
or similar Full-size
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$75.88
per day
Rental office
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Volkswagen Jetta
or similar Standard
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$75.88
per day
Rental office
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Jeep Grand Cherokee
or similar Standard Elite SUV
Automatic
7
A/C
5
$95.25
per day
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Chrysler Pacifica
or similar Mini Van
Automatic
7
A/C
4
$98.45
per day
Rental office
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Ford Transit
or similar Special Van
Automatic
12
A/C
4
$174.14
per day
Rental office
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The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 07:11 on 24/10/26. 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
- Most popular car rental deals
- Why book with us?
- Travel information
- Top 20 locations near Escondido (Downtown)
- Map of top car rental locations
- When to book in Escondido (Downtown) and for how long?
- Car rental information
- Most popular car models of rental suppliers
- Frequently Asked Questions (updated: Oct 22, 2026)
- Car rental statistics
- Top 3 suppliers in Escondido (Downtown) in 2026
- Award-winning service
Travel information
Languages
English, Spanish
Currency
USD
Drive on
Right-hand side
Country code
+1
Average car rental price
$92 per day
Average car rental length
8 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
$1.24 per liter or $4.69 per gallon
Lowest gas price
$1.21 per liter or $4.58 per gallon
Highest gas price
$1.59 per liter or $6.02 per gallon
Top 20 locations near Escondido (Downtown)
- San Diego Airportfrom $65.37 per day44.5 km / 27.65 miles away
- San Diego Cross Border Xpressfrom $144.17 per day64.9 km / 40.33 miles away
- John Wayne Airportfrom $58.36 per day94.9 km / 58.97 miles away
- Palm Springs Airportfrom $66.02 per day95.1 km / 59.09 miles away
- Ontario Airportfrom $59.39 per day114 km / 70.84 miles away
- Long Beach Airportfrom $65.47 per day125.2 km / 77.8 miles away
- Los Angeles (Downtown)from $72.49 per day149.6 km / 92.96 miles away
- Pasadena Downtownfrom $81.28 per day150 km / 93.21 miles away
- Los Angeles Airportfrom $54.30 per day152.4 km / 94.7 miles away
- Burbank Airportfrom $64.34 per day167.8 km / 104.27 miles away
- Santa Barbara Airportfrom $66.30 per day292.8 km / 181.94 miles away
- Meadows Field Airportfrom $70.54 per day314.3 km / 195.3 miles away
- Fresno Airportfrom $56.20 per day471.5 km / 292.98 miles away
- Monterey Regional Airportfrom $57.37 per day580 km / 360.4 miles away
- San Jose Airportfrom $52.49 per day644.3 km / 400.35 miles away
- Oakland Airportfrom $55.10 per day690.9 km / 429.31 miles away
- San Francisco Airportfrom $53.93 per day692.3 km / 430.18 miles away
- San Francisco Union Square Downtownfrom $55.69 per day707.6 km / 439.68 miles away
- Sacramento International Airportfrom $56.07 per day740.2 km / 459.94 miles away
- Charles M. Schulz–Sonoma County Airportfrom $58.91 per day790.1 km / 490.95 miles away
Map of top car rental locations
A
Budget
2040 Auto Park Way, Escondido, CA 92029
B
Hertz
665 Metcalf St
C
Avis
2040 Auto Park Way,
Escondido, CA, 92029, United States
When to book in Escondido (Downtown) and for how long?
When are car rental prices the lowest in Escondido (Downtown)?
The cost of renting a car in Escondido (Downtown) varies by season. The table and graph below can help you find the best time of year to save on a rental car.
Saver's insights
| Cheapest monthApril | Most expensive month September | ||
| Average price $25 | A good deal $74 | Cheapest supplier Budget | Cheapest car type Small cars |
Average rental costs per day in Escondido (Downtown)
$62
$31
$0
Jan
Feb
Mar
$24
in April
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
$56
in September
Sep
$24
in October
Oct
Nov
$29
in December
Dec
The cheapest month of the year to rent a car in Escondido (Downtown) is April — when rental costs average $23.61 per day. This is 5% cheaper than the yearly average and 58% cheaper than renting a car in September (when prices average $56.11 per day).
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 is the most popular time of year to rent a car in Escondido (Downtown)?
Based on how many users search for a car in Escondido (Downtown), travelers are most likely to rent a car in December, while they are least likely to rent in in April.
Monthly searches in Escondido (Downtown) by pick-up date relative to the average
1.9
0.9
0
Jan
Feb
Mar
0.6 times in April
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
0.6 times in September
Sep
1.1 times in October
Oct
Nov
1.7 times in December
Dec
For how long do renters keep their vehicles in Escondido (Downtown)?
How long travelers keep their rental cars varies by the time of year: in October the average rental period is 9 days, while in December, the average rental period is only 6 days.
Average number of rental days in Escondido (Downtown)
10
5
0
Jan
Feb
Mar
7 days in April
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
7 days in September
Sep
9 days in October
Oct
Nov
6 days in December
Dec
Car rental information
| 🔥 Popular suppliers | Avis, Budget, Hertz |
| 🚗 Popular car types | Large cars, SUVs |
| 🤑 Lowest price | $72 per day |
| 👛 Cheapest supplier | Budget |
Most popular car models of rental suppliers
| Rental Supplier | Model | Doors | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avis | Toyota Corolla | 4 | Large car |
| Budget | Toyota Corolla | 4 | Large car |
| Hertz | Nissan Rogue | 4 | SUV |
Frequently Asked Questions (updated: Oct 22, 2026)
Prices are lowest during April, starting at $24 for an Economy car and highest in September, when economy cars start at $56. Booking early for peak dates can save significantly. The most popular month in Escondido (Downtown) is December, while the least popular month is April.
Escondido (Downtown) hosts: Budget, Hertz, Avis. Rental cars tend to sell out in the summer months, so booking early is recommended.
Car rental statistics
Highest-rated company
Budget (rated 8.0 / 10)
Lowest-rated company
Avis (rated 7.9 / 10)
Total rental companies
3
Average daily price
$92
Lowest daily price
$72
Total cars available
20
Top 3 suppliers in Escondido (Downtown) in 2026
Budget
8.0
Good
Value for money
7.9
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
7.7
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
8.1
Car condition
8.2
$72–$174
per day
2040 Auto Park Way, Escondido, CA 92029
+17604807406
Show working hours
Mon
08:00-17:00
Tue
08:00-17:00
Wed
08:00-17:00
Thu
08:00-17:00
Fri
08:00-17:00
Sat
09:00-13:00
Sun
09:00-13:00
Hertz
8.0
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
8.1
Car condition
8.5
665 Metcalf St
7607471612
Show working hours
Mon
08:00-17:00
Tue
08:00-17:00
Wed
08:00-17:00
Thu
08:00-17:00
Fri
08:00-17:00
Sat
09:00-12:00
Avis
7.9
Average
Value for money
7.6
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
7.4
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
7.8
Car condition
8.0
$75–$177
per day
2040 Auto Park Way,
Escondido, CA, 92029, United States
+17604322019
Show working hours
Mon
08:00-17:00
Tue
08:00-17:00
Wed
08:00-17:00
Thu
08:00-17:00
Fri
08:00-17:00
Sat
09:00-13:00
Sun
09:00-13:00
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