Car Rental in Poway

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  • from $79 per day
  • 8.6 top rated · Enterprise

A rental car here costs $174 a day on average, about $1 218 for a week. Enterprise is the cheapest for a small car, about $79 a day. Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Dec 2025.

  • Free cancellation: 2 of 2
  • Debit card accepted: 1 of 2
  • Enterprise
  • Dollar

Where to pick up in Poway

Pick-up point Type Suppliers From / day Average wait
Poway Downtown · 2 km City office 2 $79 20 min

Nearby, 12–46 km

Pick-up point Type Suppliers From / day Average wait
San Diego 9292 Miramar Rd # 28 · 12 km City office 2 $135 16 min
San Diego County Center · 29 km City office 10 $42 18 min
San Diego Airport · 30 km Airport 16 $20 17 min
San Diego 900 F Street Suite 167 · 30 km City office 13 $19 19 min
San Diego Port · 30 km City office 1 $94 9 min
North Chula Vista · 36 km City office 1 $80 21 min
Chula Vista - · 37 km City office 1 $80 18 min
Chula Vista, Ca Dsh Dollar Chula Vista · 41 km City office 1 $65 14 min
Tijuana Airport Cbx Terminal · 46 km Airport 3 $54 15 min

Car rental prices in Poway by car type

Class Typical cars Suppliers From / day
Economy Ford Fiesta, Mitsubishi Mirage 2 $79
Compact Nissan Versa 2 $79
Intermediate BMW 3 Series, Hyundai Elantra, Toyota Corolla 2 $80
Standard Volkswagen Jetta 1 $224
Full size Chevrolet Malibu 2 $84
Small SUV Buick Encore, Jeep Renegade 2 $86
Medium SUV Hyundai Santa Fe, BMW X3, Jeep Compass 2 $89
Large SUV Audi Q7 1 $434
Minivan Nissan Quest 1 $268
Luxury Audi A4, Mercedes S Class 1 $106
Premium BMW 5 Series, Nissan Maxima 1 $89
Convertible Ford Mustang Convertible 1 $117

Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Dec 2025. Rental companies guarantee the car class, not the exact model. Live availability and prices are shown in search results. How we collect prices

Mitsubishi Mirage rental car in Poway Enterprise

Mitsubishi Mirage

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $79/day
Nissan Versa rental car in Poway Enterprise

Nissan Versa

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 3 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $79/day
Ford Fiesta rental car in Poway Dollar

Ford Fiesta

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $198/day

Car rental companies in Poway

Prices and conditions come from searches on TREWL and may have changed. Ratings come from CarTrawler customer reviews, as shown in searches up to Dec 2025. Live availability and prices are shown in search results. How we collect prices

Enterprise

24 min wait Credit card only
8.6
Excellent 2000+ reviews
from $79/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.2 Cleanliness 8.6 Service at the rental desk 8.9 Pick-up process 8.5 Drop-off process 8.9

Policies

  • Unlimited mileage on selected cars
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
  • Free additional driver

Office

Enterprise in Poway Downtown
13027 Poway Rd, Poway, 92064 4519, CA
8587486900

Dollar

16 min wait Credit and debit cards
6.7
Good 5000+ reviews
from $198/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 6.2 Cleanliness 7.4 Service at the rental desk 6.4 Pick-up process 6.1 Drop-off process 7.6

Policies

  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
  • Pre-registration available

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Ski rack · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Dollar in Poway Downtown
12963 Poway Road, Poway, CA, United States, 92064
(858) 679-0576

Rental conditions in Poway

Based on 2 suppliers here and nearby. Data from the 12 months to Dec 2025.

Debit card Accepted by 1 of 2 suppliers: Dollar.
Credit card Usually required, in the main driver's name. 1 of 2 suppliers list no debit option.
Mileage Unlimited at all 2 suppliers.
Transmission All cars are automatic.
Cancellation Free up to 48 hours before pick-up at 2 suppliers.
Free additional driver Enterprise
Extras GPS (1 supplier), Ski rack (1 supplier), Infant seat (1 supplier), Child seat (1 supplier), Booster seat (1 supplier)
Special offers Free additional driver (1 supplier), Pre-registration available (1 supplier)

Driving in the USA: drive on the right · 0.08% blood alcohol (0.05% in Utah) · 0.02% for new drivers. Driving rules

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Car rental in Poway: what to expect

Customers report an average wait at the desk from 16 min at Dollar to 24 min at Enterprise.

100% of the cars offered here are automatic. Mileage is unlimited at all 2 suppliers. Most suppliers allow free cancellation up to 48 hours before pick-up.

People who search here most often live in the USA, Mexico and Israel. 9% of searches return the car elsewhere, most often at San Francisco Airport (SFO) and Los Angeles Airport (LAX). A typical rental lasts 6 days.

Car rental in Poway: FAQ

How much does it cost to rent a car in Poway?

Car rental in Poway starts from $79 per day, and the average price is $174 per day. Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Dec 2025. At the average daily rate, a rental costs about $522 for a 3-day weekend and $1 218 for a week. Rentals of a month or longer usually get a lower daily rate. The final price depends on the season, the car class, the rental company and how early you book.

Which car rental companies are the most popular in Poway?

These are the rental companies people opened most often in searches on TREWL in Poway over the last 12 months:
  • Enterprise, average price $140 per day
Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Dec 2025.

Which car rental company has the best reviews in Poway?

According to customer reviews, the highest-rated car rental companies in Poway are:
  • Enterprise: rated 8.6/10 by 2000+ customers, average price $140 per day
  • Dollar: rated 6.7/10 by 5000+ customers
Ratings cover value for money, car cleanliness, desk service, and the pick-up and drop-off process. Ratings come from CarTrawler customer reviews, as shown in searches up to Dec 2025.

Which is the cheapest car rental company in Poway?

By the average daily price of a small car (mini, economy or compact), the cheapest rental companies in Poway are:
  • Enterprise: about $79 per day
  • Dollar: about $199 per day
Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Dec 2025. For the lowest price, book early, choose a smaller car and check the fuel policy and deposit before you pay.

Where do I pick up my rental car in Poway?

It depends on the rental company, and the pick-up type is shown for each company on this page. Your booking confirmation always includes the exact pick-up address and instructions.

Can I pick up a car in Poway and return it somewhere else?

Yes, one-way rentals are possible with many companies, but they usually charge a one-way fee, which is higher for longer distances or for drop-offs in another country. Enter a different drop-off location in the search form to see one-way prices with the fee included.

What is the minimum age to rent a car in Poway?

The minimum age to rent a car in Poway is usually 21, although some companies accept drivers from 18 and others require 23 or 25 for larger or premium cars. Drivers under 25 usually pay a daily young driver fee, and some companies limit younger drivers to smaller car classes. You also need to have held your driving license for at least one year.

Can I rent a car in Poway with a debit card?

Rental companies in Poway typically accept major credit cards such as Visa, Mastercard and American Express. The card must be in the main driver's name and have enough funds for the security deposit. Debit and prepaid cards are accepted only by some companies, sometimes with a higher deposit or extra checks. Companies that accept debit cards in Poway: Dollar. The accepted cards are listed for each company on this page.

Which car rental companies in Poway offer unlimited mileage?

Dollar includes unlimited mileage on all cars in Poway. Enterprise offers it on some cars only. The mileage policy is shown in each offer before you book. With limited mileage, every kilometer or mile over the daily allowance is charged extra.

What fuel policy do rental companies use in Poway?

The fuel policy is shown for each company on this page. The most common ones in Poway are:
  • Full to full: you get the car with a full tank and return it full. This is usually the cheapest option because you only pay for the fuel you use at pump prices. Refuel near the drop-off point, or the company will charge for the missing fuel plus a service fee.
  • Same to same: you return the car with the same fuel level as at pick-up.

What extras can I add to a car rental in Poway?

You can add extras when you book or at the rental desk:
  • Additional driver: another person can share the driving if they meet the same requirements as the main driver (age and a valid driving license). Most companies charge a daily fee, but in Poway Enterprise includes an additional driver for free.
  • GPS navigation, to find your way on unfamiliar roads
  • Child seats, infant seats and booster seats, which are required by law for young children in most countries
  • Extra insurance that lowers or removes the excess you pay if the car is damaged.
Extras are limited, so it's best to reserve them together with the car.

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