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Cheap Car Hire in El Centro

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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in El Centro?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in El Centro and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 22 March 2025.

January

$133

February

$120

March

$141

April

$127

May

$101

June

$140

July

$168

August

$135

September

$120

October

$125

November

$119

December

$111

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in El Centro is May. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Top hire agencies in El Centro

Explore the leading car hire agencies in El Centro known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 7 car hire companies in El Centro. Reviews were last updated on 22 March 2025.
Choose from the top car hire agencies available in El Centro, including Hertz, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Thrifty. Reviews, pricing info, pickup locations, and other important details are available to aid your decision.

Hertz

7.3
Good
1 review•2 locations
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Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

7.3

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

6.0
Okay
3 reviews•1 location
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Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.6

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

4.6

Value

6.0

Thrifty

1 location
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Avis

4 reviews•2 locations
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U-Save

2 locations
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Budget

2 reviews•1 location
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Easirent

1 location
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Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in El Centro, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 22 March 2025.

  • What are petrol prices like in El Centro?

    The average price of petrol in El Centro is $1.44/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $64 and $93 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in El Centro for the best price?

    Our data suggests that booking early can save you up to 89% on a hire car in El Centro. Take advantage of below-average prices by booking at least 78 days prior to your desired date.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in El Centro?

    Typically, how long you can hire a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For El Centro however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.

  • What car do most people hire in El Centro?

    Ford Focus, which is a Compact vehicle, is the most popular to hire at El Centro according to Cheapflights users.

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