5 Best Car Rentals in Los Angeles (2026)

Independently ranked by our review of ratings, reviews and reputation · How we chose

By Talise Sterling, Goods and Shopping · ✓ Data verified July 2026 · 8 min read

A car rental quote in Los Angeles almost never matches what you pay at the counter once insurance and fees get added. The car rentals in Los Angeles on this page have logged 18,117 reviews between them, and one name alone, Hertz at LAX, accounts for well over 13,000 of those on sheer airport foot traffic, yet it isn't the top-rated name on the page.

Short answer: Miles Car Rental leads with a 4.9 rating across 1,509 reviews and travel insurance included on every booking. Midway Car Rental Hollywood rates just behind at 4.8 from 493 reviews with a strong record on personalized pickup service. Expect airport counters to push add-on insurance and fees harder than smaller downtown locations, so read the contract before you sign.

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#	Business	Rating	Reviews	Best for
1	Miles Car Rental	4.9 ★	1,509	Overall / best rate transparency	View ›
2	Hertz Car Rental - Los Angeles - Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)	3.6 ★	13,665	LAX airport pickup, biggest fleet	View ›
3	Midway Car Rental Downtown Los Angeles	4.7 ★	1,407	Downtown pickup, personalized service	View ›
4	SIXT Rent a Car Los Angeles Downtown	4.4 ★	1,043	One-way rentals, upgrades	View ›
5	Midway Car Rental Hollywood	4.8 ★	493	Hollywood pickup, accommodating staff	View ›

5 Best Car Rentals in Los Angeles (2026)

Our top picks, reviewed

#1 Overall🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

Miles Car Rental

4.91,509 Google reviews

Miles Car Rental operates out of La Cienega Blvd and positions itself as a rate-comparison and booking service, working with reputable partner agencies to secure discounted rates with free travel insurance and unlimited mileage included. The company has been renting cars in the US for over 15 years and promises no admin charges for booking modifications.

What people praise

Reviewers name specific staff repeatedly for fast, attentive service
Refunds and voucher issues described as resolved without a fight
Free travel insurance included stands out compared to add-on-heavy competitors
Handles last-minute and emergency reservations well, per multiple reviews

Worth knowing

One review described a slow refund process after a cancellation dispute

Reputation scorecardrank in Los Angeles

Rating4.9 / 5

Review volume1,509 · 88th

Confidencevery high

Recency3 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown96% 5-star

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Our take: This is the highest-volume, highest-rated name on the page that isn't an airport mega-brand, and the included insurance is a real differentiator most competitors charge extra for.

Website +1702-940-8030 Directions

1976 S La Cienega Blvd #322, Los Angeles, CA 90034

#2🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

Hertz Car Rental - Los Angeles - Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

3.613,665 Google reviews

Hertz's LAX location is the airport's largest-volume rental counter, open 24/7 with a free shuttle service connecting directly to the terminals. It offers the standard Hertz Gold membership fast-lane pickup alongside walk-up counter service for travelers without a reservation.

What people praise

Gold members describe a genuinely seamless bypass of the main counter
Shuttle and drop-off process praised as quick even during busy periods
Some reviewers highlight discounted third-party booking rates as a good deal

Worth knowing

Multiple detailed reviews describe vehicles arriving dirty inside or outside
Several reviewers report pressure to add insurance beyond what was already purchased
One review describes an unclear cancellation and rebooking policy

Reputation scorecardrank in Los Angeles

Rating3.6 / 5

Review volume13,665 · 96th

Confidencehigh

Recency4 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown45% 5-star

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Our take: The review volume here is enormous simply because of how many people pass through LAX, and the rating reflects that scale honestly. It's convenient for an airport pickup, but the specific complaints about cleanliness and upselling are worth reading before you book.

Website +1310-568-5100 Directions

5251 W 98th St, Los Angeles, CA 90045

#3🕑 Open 6 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Midway Car Rental Downtown Los Angeles

4.71,407 Google reviews

Midway Car Rental Downtown Los Angeles operates from Figueroa St in the downtown core, offering unlimited mileage and newer vehicles including recent-model Priuses. It's a smaller, independent operator compared to the national chains on this page, with a manager and staff frequently named by customers.

What people praise

Manager Mike Jaime named repeatedly for hands-on, professional service
Reviewers describe pickup arranged from body shops and dealerships when needed
New vehicles noted as clean and fuel-efficient
Staff credited with resolving customer-caused issues same-day

Worth knowing

A small cluster of one-star reviews sits alongside an otherwise strong pattern

Reputation scorecardrank in Los Angeles

Rating4.7 / 5

Review volume1,407 · 81th

Confidencevery high

Recency10 days ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown91% 5-star

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Our take: The personal, name-checked service here reads differently from the airport chains, and the rating backs that up with real volume behind it. A strong choice if you're picking up downtown rather than at LAX.

Website +1213-747-5465 Directions

1218 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90015

#4🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

SIXT Rent a Car Los Angeles Downtown

4.41,043 Google reviews

SIXT Rent a Car's downtown Los Angeles location handles both local and one-way rentals, including drop-offs from other SIXT locations like Las Vegas. It's part of the international SIXT brand and offers van rentals alongside standard cars.

What people praise

Reviewers repeatedly mention receiving free upgrades without asking
Front desk staff praised for explaining options and offering local driving tips
Multiple repeat renters describe consistent smooth pickup and return

Worth knowing

One review describes a same-day charge dispute tied to opening hours

Reputation scorecardrank in Los Angeles

Rating4.4 / 5

Review volume1,043 · 65th

Confidencehigh

Recency7 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown82% 5-star

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Our take: The rating sits a bit below the top three, and the one detailed complaint about after-hours charges is worth asking about upfront if you're doing an early return.

Website +1888-749-8227 Directions

990 W 8th St, Los Angeles, CA 90017

#5🕑 Open 6 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Midway Car Rental Hollywood

4.8493 Google reviews

Midway Car Rental Hollywood, a second location from the same downtown operator, works out of Beverly Blvd and offers door-to-door pickup coordination for renters arriving from other locations or dealing with unexpected situations.

What people praise

Staff described going out of their way to fix booking mix-ups at no extra cost
Multiple reviewers name the same staff for waiving fees during difficult situations
Pickup and paperwork consistently described as taking only minutes

Reputation scorecardrank in Los Angeles

Rating4.8 / 5

Review volume493 · 58th

Confidencehigh

Recency5 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown95% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: This location has the smallest review count on the page but one of the highest ratings, and the reviews describe a level of hands-on problem-solving that stands out even among the other well-reviewed names here.

Website +1213-235-0770 Directions

3737 Beverly Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90004

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How we score

Rating is each agency’s live Google average. Review volume measures how many customers actually left a rating, ranked against the other businesses here. Confidence weighs the rating by that volume, so a strong score from a smaller location scores differently than the same score backed by thousands of reviews. Recency tracks how recently people are still reviewing. No business can pay to change any of these numbers.

How much does a car rental cost in Los Angeles? (2026)

Daily rates swing widely based on car class, pickup location, and how far in advance you book, and nearly every agency here layers on optional insurance, additional-driver fees, or airport surcharges that can significantly change the total. Booking through a rate-comparison service or a downtown location instead of an airport counter is often cheaper before fees.

Serving all of Los Angeles

These agencies cover LAX, downtown LA, and Hollywood, giving you a pickup option whether you’re flying in or already staying in the city. If you’re searching for car rentals near me from Koreatown, Mid-Wilshire, or the Arts District, the downtown and Hollywood locations here are a short drive away.

What to ask before you rent a car in Los Angeles

Is travel or collision insurance already included, or is it an add-on?
What’s the fuel and mileage policy, and is mileage actually unlimited?
Are there extra fees for an airport pickup versus a downtown location?
What happens if I return the car a few minutes after the counter opens or closes?
Can they accommodate pickup from a dealership, body shop, or hotel?
What’s the cancellation and refund policy if plans change?

Frequently asked questions

Are these rankings paid?

No. Rankings come from public Google data. A business can pay to be a Featured Partner (badge and top placement), but that never changes another business’s score or position.

How did you choose these car rental agencies?

We pulled real Google ratings and review counts for car rental agencies operating in Los Angeles, then ranked them on rating, review volume, and how recently customers are still leaving reviews.

How often is this updated?

This page reflects Google data verified in July 2026 and gets refreshed periodically as ratings and review counts change.

Is it cheaper to rent at LAX or downtown?

Downtown and Hollywood locations on this page often skip some of the airport-specific fees, and reviewers describe more personalized handling of issues at smaller locations than at the high-volume LAX counters.

Should I buy the rental company’s insurance?

Check what your own auto insurance or credit card already covers first. Several reviews describe feeling pressured into extra insurance at the counter despite already having coverage.

The bottom line

Miles Car Rental is the safe default if you want a strong rate with insurance already built in. If you’re picking up right at LAX, Hertz has the scale and shuttle convenience, just read your contract closely before you drive off. Whichever you choose, confirm the fuel and insurance terms before you leave the counter.

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