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Mission Viejo car hire information

Pick-up locationMission Viejo
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Hire locations4
Airport locations0

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KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Mission Viejo

  • Booking car hire in Mission Viejo provides a level of easy-to-use transportation that is more convenient than public transportation. As wonderful as the Metrolink and bus systems can be, they're not always comfortable or timely. With Mission Viejo car hire, you're in control of your own schedule. You can explore the city and its destinations at your own pace, without having to wait for a train or bus to arrive or adhere to their schedules. Mission Viejo and the surrounding neighbourhoods have so much to offer, from the rolling hills of Cleveland National Forest and the stunning shores of Laguna Beach to the shopping and entertainment district at the nearby Irvine Spectrum Center.
  • Most car hire companies at Los Angeles Airport (LAX) offer a shuttle service to take travellers to their hire car offices. The shuttle pick-up area is on the lower level outside each terminal's Baggage Claim area. The shuttle buses are marked with the appropriate car hire company logos. The offices are located in a facility near the airport called the LAX Consolidated Rent-A-Car Facility.
  • Utilising car hire in Mission Viejo is generally uncomplicated. One rule to be aware of is Mission Viejo's prohibition on the use of cell phones while driving. This includes both handheld and hands-free devices, except in emergency situations. Bicycles are common in the area; it's essential to be aware of them, especially when turning, as they are allowed to ride on the same roads as other vehicles. There are also trucks on the road, particularly along I-5, which runs through the city.
  • Mission Viejo experiences heavy traffic during rush hour times, which are typically from 07:00 to 09:00 and from 15:30 to 16:30 on weekdays. During these times, major roads such as Interstate 5, 241 Toll Road and 133 Toll Road can experience congestion and delays. The summer months can also be difficult for using car hire in Mission Viejo due to increased tourism and visitors, as the city is located near some popular beaches and attractions.
  • Book your car hire in Mission Viejo at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Mini car hire in Mission Viejo are around -49% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about car hire in Mission Viejo

  • How much is the price of fuel in Mission Viejo?

    The average price of fuel in Mission Viejo is £3.13 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between £38 and £50, depending on the car size.

  • What is the most popular car hire in Mission Viejo?

    Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Mission Viejo.

  • Which car hire agencies are at Los Angeles airport (LAX)?

    Car hire companies onsite at Los Angeles airport include Thrifty, Dollar, Budget, Avis, Hertz, Sixt, Fox, Europcar, Yesaway and NextCar.

  • Which car hire companies will pick you up at Los Angeles airport (LAX)?

    Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Los Angeles airport to off-airport locations include Thrifty, Dollar, Budget, Avis, Hertz, Sixt, Alamo, Europcar, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and National.

  • How can I find car hires near me in Mission Viejo?

    Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.

  • How much does a Mini car hire cost in Mission Viejo?

    A Mini car hire in Mission Viejo costs £89 per day, on average.

  • How much does an Intermediate car hire cost in Mission Viejo?

    An Intermediate car hire in Mission Viejo costs £51 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Compact car hire cost in Mission Viejo?

    A Compact car hire in Mission Viejo costs £60 per day, on average.

  • Should I get insurance when hiring a car in Mission Viejo?

    Most car hire providers in Mission Viejo offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car hire in Mission Viejo, check out KAYAK's car hire insurance guide.

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in Mission Viejo?

    An intermediate SUV would be a fantastic choice in Mission Viejo. With its versatile capabilities and spaciousness, an intermediate SUV is well-suited to handle the roads and terrain in the area. One of the main reasons an intermediate SUV is recommended in Mission Viejo is because of its adaptability to different road conditions. The city itself has well-maintained roads, but venturing to nearby destinations like Laguna Beach or Cleveland National Forest may involve navigating hilly terrain or uneven surfaces.

  • What’s the speed limit in Mission Viejo?

    In Mission Viejo, the speed limits vary depending on the road type and the surrounding areas. The city has a mix of residential, commercial and arterial roads. In residential areas, the speed limit is typically 25 mph. In commercial areas, the speed limit is usually set at 35 mph. Arterial roads, such as major highways and boulevards, usually have speed limits between 40 and 55 mph. In addition to posted speed limits, California law also has a maximum speed limit of 65 mph for highways and motorways, unless otherwise posted.

  • Where are the best places to park in Mission Viejo?

    This city offers several free spots to park your Mission Viejo hire car. You can park for free in most of the public car parks, including the Mission Viejo Library as well as some street parking areas. Paid parking is available in certain parts of the city, such as at Mission Viejo Civic Center. The parking fee is typically around $1.50 (£1.20) per hour. There are parking garages available in the city too, such as the one at the Kaleidoscope shopping centre, which offers free parking for a few hours. Other parking garages may charge between $1 and $3 (£0.70 to £2.40) per hour.  

Mission Viejo car hire reviews and directory

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.7

Very Good

31 reviews
Best rated

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

9.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.5

Value for money

8.5

3 locations in Mission Viejo

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Locations in Mission Viejo

23591 Rockfield Blvd

+1 949 855 2966

Monday07:30 - 18:00
Tuesday07:30 - 18:00
Wednesday07:30 - 18:00
Thursday07:30 - 18:00
Friday07:30 - 18:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

23682 Via Fabricante

+1 949 380 0330

Monday08:00 - 17:30
Tuesday08:00 - 17:30
Wednesday08:00 - 17:30
Thursday08:00 - 17:30
Friday08:00 - 17:30
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

28112 Camino Capistrano

+1 949 364 6363

Monday07:30 - 18:00
Tuesday07:30 - 18:00
Wednesday07:30 - 18:00
Thursday07:30 - 18:00
Friday07:30 - 18:00
Saturday08:00 - 17:30
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

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10.0 Wonderful

Jan 2024

KAYAK
Great. Nice people.

10.0 Wonderful

Aug 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

Nothing. It was all good

5.2 Fair

Jul 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

I liked how easy it was to drop off

Cons:

Not paying twice for the same rental. And a better car that wasn’t broken

8.0 Very Good

Jul 2019

KAYAK

Cons:

Unable to locate the car I reserved. Had to settle for a comparable vehicle

10.0 Wonderful

Mar 2019

KAYAK

Pros:

The staff was friendly and accommodating

Cons:

Everything was excellent

10.0 Wonderful

Feb 2018

KAYAK

Pros:

Everything was as it should be

Cons:

Nothing

1 out of 6

Budget

7.6

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

7.6

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.0

Value for money

7.0

2 locations in Mission Viejo

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Locations in Mission Viejo

22722 Centre Drive Suite D

+1 949 595 0062

Monday08:00 - 17:30
Tuesday08:00 - 17:30
Wednesday08:00 - 17:30
Thursday08:00 - 17:30
Friday08:00 - 17:30
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday09:00 - 12:00

28201 Marguerite Pkwy

+1 949 347 0339

Monday08:00 - 17:30
Tuesday08:00 - 17:30
Wednesday08:00 - 17:30
Thursday08:00 - 17:30
Friday08:00 - 17:30
Saturday08:00 - 17:30
Sunday08:00 - 17:30

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10.0 Wonderful

Mar 2024

KAYAK
Easy pick up. Slight delay on opening for the return due to severe traffic. Did call me that I had left my license there. They were very pleasant to deal with.

8.0 Very Good

Sept 2019

KAYAK

Pros:

Drop-off was easy and super low-key. No hassle pick-up. Car was in good condition. Reasonable price.

Cons:

Drop-off was intended for Labor Day (Sept 2) but the location (and every other location) was closed. I wasn't aware that I'd be unable to return the vehicle, and have yet to find out if Budget is going to charge us for the extra day despite no heads-up and no alternative drop-off options.

2.0 Poor

Aug 2018

KAYAK

Cons:

I called Friday afternoon and reserved a mini van for a 24 hour rental and scheduled a noon pick up on Saturday. I received a call at 10 am on Saturday morning from Budget saying they did not have my vehicle. I called customer service, and they found a rental 1/2 hour away in the opposite direction. After negotiating with C.R., they agreed to give me the van for the same price. But, it was too late to find a ride to pick it up. I was very upset.

2.0 Poor

Sept 2017

KAYAK

Cons:

Reserved a car but was notified the day of my rental that there were no cars available. A rep apparently called to let me know AFTER my reservation time had passed but didn't leave a message. Fortunately, I called to make sure my car would be ready, at which point the rep just told me that they didn't have any cars and to call about store and provided no additional assistance. I spent an hour on the phone ensuring that the guaranteed price would be honored at another location and had to speak to 3 different customer service reps (some of whom were rude) and had to cover the cost of travel to another rental location at the last minute.

9.2 Wonderful

Dec 2015

KAYAK

Pros:

Upgraded for having to wait for my rental Good value

Cons:

Office was closed when I arrived and I had to wait 20-30 minutes for someone to return

8.0 Very Good

Jun 2023

KAYAK
Got what we paid for

1 out of 4

Avis

6.0

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.0

Value for money

7.0

2 locations in Mission Viejo

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22722 Centre Drive Suite D

+1 949 461 0944

Monday08:00 - 17:30
Tuesday08:00 - 17:30
Wednesday08:00 - 17:30
Thursday08:00 - 17:30
Friday08:00 - 17:30
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday09:00 - 12:00

28201 Marguerite Pkwy

+1 949 347 0016

Monday08:00 - 17:30
Tuesday08:00 - 17:30
Wednesday08:00 - 17:30
Thursday08:00 - 17:30
Friday08:00 - 17:30
Saturday08:00 - 17:30
Sunday08:00 - 17:30

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4.8 Mediocre

Jan 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

Customer service aspects

10.0 Wonderful

Sept 2017

KAYAK

Pros:

Customer service at pickup.

Cons:

No backup camera on vehicle.

10.0 Wonderful

Jul 2017

KAYAK

Pros:

The Agent was very friendly and accommodating.

2.0 Poor

Apr 2017

KAYAK

Pros:

Car performance was as described

Cons:

Customer service was terrible from picking up car, to drop off and customer service call center in dealing with invoice issues

10.0 Wonderful

Aug 2023

KAYAK
Everything was good!

2.0 Poor

May 2022

KAYAK
They told me they were open on Monday, Memorial Day, when they were not. I was left unable to leave the car and had to drop it off elsewhere. The customer service more or less accused me of lying to them. They’re a horrendous, awful company and I’ll never rent from them again.

1 out of 2

Hertz

6.0

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.6

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.0

Value for money

7.0

2 locations in Mission Viejo

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24001 Via Fabricante Ste 1001

+1 949 472 4290

Monday08:00 - 17:30
Tuesday08:00 - 17:30
Wednesday08:00 - 17:30
Thursday08:00 - 17:30
Friday08:00 - 17:30
Saturday09:00 - 12:00

Via Olmo 35

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2.0 Poor

Dec 2021

KAYAK
absolutely 0 professionalism.......miserable corporate culture.....angry people...maybe its because i booked for 5 days at $350 over the phone, and then got on kayak and found the same car for a 7 day rental at $235, and then put 1650 miles on the car cruising around the vegas desert.......the car itself was fine, but this tanner manager inbred wouldve dragged outside and beaten in most countries....

10.0 Wonderful

Feb 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Professional staff; quick and easy pick up & drop off.

Cons:

N/A

10.0 Wonderful

May 2018

KAYAK

Pros:

very friendly front desk employees very happy with the service

3.2 Poor

Apr 2018

KAYAK

Cons:

I prepaid for my rental and was told they wouldn't accept it. I had to pay again plus an additional deposit. How do I get my initial payment refunded?

10.0 Wonderful

Jul 2017

KAYAK

Pros:

It was close to home, the agent was very pleasant and helpful. we got upgraded to a full size with GPS. Gas mileage was great.

Cons:

NA

9.2 Wonderful

Jun 2017

KAYAK

Pros:

Friendly, good customer service (in the store!)

Cons:

Couldn't use debit card to pay (prepaid online with debit card). Arrived at store and they said they wouldn't take that card. Had to be charged again. Was refunded money, but not after a long phone call to Hertz, going back and forth between different people there. After over 1 week, the money appeared back in my account.

1 out of 3

Rent-4-Less

No score available yet

One location in Mission Viejo

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Locations in Mission Viejo

24881 Alacia Parkway

(949) 452-0470

Opening times not available

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77 travellers who hired a car in Mission Viejo gave the car agency they used an average rating of 7.1

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Most popular car type

Mini

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Car hire insurance in Mission Viejo

Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) & Theft Protection Waiver

Some Mission Viejo car providers already include Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) and Theft Protection Waiver into the hire price but not all of them. We recommend being aware of your coverage when hiring a car in Mission Viejo.

Deductible

Keep in mind that car hire insurances often have a deductible clause, which is the amount you’ll have to pay if something happens during the time of your hire. If you want to avoid unwanted surprises, you should consider adding a non-deductible option to your Mission Viejo car hire.