Car rental San Diego, CA

First, I contemplated leaving a 4 star review for a few reasons. However, the prompt response to the issue with the original vehicle reserved, partly due to luck that someone happened to be onsite with the car, and the flexibility with returning the vehicle without requiring washing and vacuuming is deserving of some grace. The price for 5 day/4 night rental was fantastic, around $150 total. I certainly didn't expect a car in pristine shape for the cost. This car is a part of a Turo "rental company" fleet. It seems like a company that buys cheap, used cars to rent out. There are 12-15 cars parked behind a strip mall 8-10ish minutes from the airport in an area I was glad we were picking up and dropping off midday rather than the evening. The hybrid we originally reserved had stained seats and a lot of cosmetic wear. One tire looked like it was on a spare wheel and didn't have a lot of life left, honestly. A lot of the roads in San Diego aren't exactly in great shape, I was concerned about getting a flat. When we turned the car on to leave we immediately got check engine lights and a "pull over immediately" message. Fortunately, someone with the "rental company" was on site and qas able to quickly switched cars for us. It wasn't a hybrid, though. We didn't plan on a lot of driving, but originally opted for a hybrid to save money since we had two days of freeway driving. We definitely spent more on gas then originally planned. If there wasn't someone available onsite to help, it could have been a much longer ordeal which is a terrible way to start a vacation. Communication day of pick up felt slow with the owner. I didn't think to look back to the 2 month old message about how to find the car. I received a message from Turo saying we'd be sent details the day before the trip. I never got that confirmation text or measage the day before or day of pick up from the actual rental owner. When I first reached out to the rental company through the turo app to find the car at pick up time, I didn't get a response. I finally found a way to text someone about 20 minutes later. We did get a pretty quick response that way, but it's frustrating to be in a random parking lot messaging through an app and not get a response. The Honda interior is definitely cleaner than the hybrid we reserved, but the exterior, not so much. Its been side swiped and has a lot of sun damage. The TPMS light was on the whole time, but the actual tire pressure was fine. There was also a rattle and grinding noise when accelerating from a stop or on a hill, but it didn't cause an issue. The car drives fine for a 14-15 year old car, it's just a little noisy and you feel all the bumps on the road. I understand with the cheaper cost of renting through Turo amd choosing a 12-15 year old car, I'm not getting a newer car like I would with a standard rental company or paying more for a newer car. That said, with my last few Turo rentals, it feels a lot of these Turo "rental companies" aren't checking their cars or doing much more than standard maintenance as frequently as they should when they have over 150,000 miles on them. The confirmation message also suggested the cars are kept in great shape. These cars were not in great shape by any stretch of the imagination. No one wants to be on vacation and have their car break down or even be worried that the car they're driving is gonna get a flat or break down.

This car is in very good condition rarely do I rent a car of this type without dash board issues and there ale here none. Pick up was smooth and easy host is very responsive. I’ll definitely rent again

If you’re considering renting Zach’s 2026 Corvette, stop looking and book it. This was an exceptional Turo experience from beginning to end. Zach was professional, responsive, straightforward, and made the entire process incredibly easy. Everything was handled exactly the way you would hope when renting a vehicle of this caliber—clear communication, an easy pickup and return process, and no unnecessary complications. The Corvette itself was outstanding. It was clean, well cared for, and an absolute blast to drive. A C8 Corvette is already a special car, but having the convertible made the experience even better. It has the performance, sound, presence, and driving experience you expect from a Corvette, and the car received plenty of attention everywhere it went. What really separates this rental, though, is Zach as a host. A great vehicle is only half of the equation. Having an owner who communicates well, takes care of his cars, and makes the entire transaction effortless is what turns a good rental into a five-star experience. I would rent from Zach again without hesitation, and I’d feel completely comfortable referring friends, family, or anyone looking for a quality performance-car rental in San Diego to him. Zach runs his Turo business the way it should be run. Excellent car, excellent host, excellent experience. 10/10.

This was the very best rental of my Life!!!! Mr Howard was absolutely superb!!! I was so nervous but Howard reassured me. 3 of my family members want to rent the car. They also can’t believe that this is 2017 as its soooooo well maintained. I cant say enough about my experience, because if it weren’t for Howard’s customer care I would’ve just cancelled the reservation and lost my money. First time. EV Tesla Driver

Everything was very professional will use them from now on and stop using the big car rental companies.

Renting a convertible through Turo made my California trip unforgettable. The car was smooth, incredibly comfortable, and so much fun to drive along the scenic coastal routes. The app is intuitive, booking was seamless, and host communication was fast and reliable. It was significantly easier and more convenient than traditional rental companies. Highly recommended!

This was the best experience I’ve had with the car rental with TURO I actually got to meet the person they were excellent on communication and they check up on me even at the end it was just such a comforting experience THE BEST!

Excellent experience from start to finish. The host was very responsive, professional, and easy to communicate with. Pickup and return were smooth, the car was clean and exactly as described, and everything went without any issues. I really appreciated how easy and stress-free the entire rental process was. I would definitely rent from this host again and highly recommend them to anyone looking for a reliable Turo experience.

I had a great experience renting the Lucid Air Grand Touring for the weekend in San Diego. The car was amazing to drive, comfortable, powerful, and a great way to experience a luxury EV without having to pay a premium price. The host was great with communication and provided clear, detailed instructions for pickup and drop off. They were very knowledgeable about the car and took the time to explain its features, making sure I felt comfortable and confident before driving off. The shuttle service to the airport at drop off was also a huge plus and made the entire experience even more convenient. Overall, great car, great price, and great host. I would definitely recommend and rent again.

I had the best experience with this car. Dominic was a friend of the owners that happened to be near the car prepping his Turo cars. He made sure I was safe, helped me navigate the check in and made sure I knew how to roll down the windows at 1 am. The rental was quick but, the pick up was what really made the experience for me. I’m a woman that came in super late and the owner even offered a cheaper alternative to uber from the airport. Thank you for the great experience, will rent with you all again!

Super easy and so much better than a car rental at airport

First time using Turo for a car rental and it went very smoothly. Our vehicle was in great condition and stayed true to the pictures/condition advertised. Will be using this service again when in town!

The car was perfect for the price and Reed made it available to us after very short notice, saving a family trip while our own car was in the shop!

Car was great, being able to put the top down & enjoy the California sunshine is a lot of fun. Communication was great, very quick to reply. Overall a great experience. Would recommend to anyone looking to rent a car in the area. Thank you!