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Tue, Mar 24 to Wed, Mar 25

Standard Elite Special

Ford Mustang Mach-E or similar
  • 5 people
  • Unlimited mileage
Mission Viejo, California, USA
Ford Mustang Mach-E

CA $89

total
found 1 day ago
Standard Elite Special Ford Mustang Mach-E
Tue, Mar 24 to Wed, Mar 25

Special

Mystery Car May Be Gas Hybrid or EV or similar
  • 3 people
  • Unlimited mileage
Mission Viejo, California, USA
Mystery Car May Be Gas Hybrid or EV

CA $100

total
found 1 day ago
Special Mystery Car May Be Gas Hybrid or EV
Tue, Mar 24 to Wed, Mar 25

Compact

Kia Soul or similar
  • 5 people
  • Unlimited mileage
Mission Viejo, California, USA
Kia Soul

CA $101

total
found 1 day ago
Compact Kia Soul
Tue, Mar 24 to Wed, Mar 25

Midsize

Toyota Corolla or similar
  • 5 people
  • Unlimited mileage
San Juan Capistrano, California, USA
Toyota Corolla

CA $101

total
found 1 day ago
Midsize Toyota Corolla
Tue, Mar 24 to Wed, Mar 25

Economy

Hyundai Venue or similar
  • 5 people
  • Unlimited mileage
Lake Forest, California, USA
Hyundai Venue

CA $101

total
found 1 day ago
Economy Hyundai Venue
Tue, Mar 24 to Wed, Mar 25

Midsize Elite

Tesla Short Range Model 3 or similar
  • 5 people
  • Unlimited mileage
Santa Ana, California, USA
Tesla Short Range Model 3

CA $124

total
found 1 day ago
Midsize Elite Tesla Short Range Model 3
Fri, Mar 27 to Sat, Mar 28

Standard

Volkswagen Jetta or similar
  • 5 people
  • Unlimited mileage
Mission Viejo, California, USA
Volkswagen Jetta

CA $108

total
found 1 day ago
Standard Volkswagen Jetta
Fri, Mar 27 to Sat, Mar 28

Full Size

Chevrolet Malibu or similar
  • 5 people
  • Unlimited mileage
Lake Forest, California, USA
Chevrolet Malibu

CA $112

total
found 1 day ago
Full Size Chevrolet Malibu
Tue, Mar 24 to Wed, Mar 25

Luxury

Cadillac CT5 or similar
  • 5 people
  • Unlimited mileage
Santa Ana, California, USA
Cadillac CT5

CA $142

total
found 1 day ago
Luxury Cadillac CT5
Fri, Mar 27 to Sat, Mar 28

Premium Crossover

Dodge Durango or similar
  • 7 people
  • Unlimited mileage
Lake Forest, California, USA
Dodge Durango

CA $126

total
found 1 day ago
Premium Crossover Dodge Durango
Fri, Mar 27 to Sat, Mar 28

Mini Van

Chrysler Pacifica or similar
  • 7 people
  • Unlimited mileage
Lake Forest, California, USA
Chrysler Pacifica

CA $128

total
found 1 day ago
Mini Van Chrysler Pacifica
Tue, Mar 24 to Wed, Mar 25

Luxury Elite

Genesis G80E or similar
  • 5 people
  • Unlimited mileage
Santa Ana, California, USA
Genesis G80E

CA $165

total
found 1 day ago
Luxury Elite Genesis G80E
Fri, Mar 27 to Sat, Mar 28

Full Size Elite Special

Audi A5 Sportback or similar
  • 5 people
  • Unlimited mileage
Mission Viejo, California, USA
Audi A5 Sportback

CA $142

total
found 1 day ago
Full Size Elite Special Audi A5 Sportback
Fri, Mar 27 to Sat, Mar 28

Premium Elite Special

BMW 5 Series Audi A6 or similar
  • 5 people
  • 161 free kilometres/total
Lake Forest, California, USA
BMW 5 Series Audi A6

CA $150

total
found 1 day ago
Premium Elite Special BMW 5 Series Audi A6
Fri, Mar 27 to Sat, Mar 28

Oversize SUV

Lincoln Navigator L Jeep Grand Wagoneer L or similar
  • 7 people
  • Unlimited mileage
Lake Forest, California, USA
Lincoln Navigator L Jeep Grand Wagoneer L

CA $176

total
found 1 day ago
Oversize SUV Lincoln Navigator L Jeep Grand Wagoneer L

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a rental car per day in Rancho Santa Margarita?
Getting around Rancho Santa Margarita doesn't have to break your budget, with daily car rental prices starting at just CA $89 within the past seven days.
Can I rent a car from John Wayne Airport (SNA)?
With Enterprise and Avis within a short drive of John Wayne Airport (SNA), getting off the plane and hitting the open road is a breeze.
What happens if I need to cancel my Rancho Santa Margarita car reservation?
Read through the policy to be sure, but nearly all reservations qualify for a total refund if you notify us at least six hours prior to collecting the car. There are some exceptions though. Your itinerary will have more information, or just click through to our Customer Service Portal.
Where can I go on a road trip from Rancho Santa Margarita?
After you've visited all of the great places in Rancho Santa Margarita, there's a lot more to discover in the region. Grab the keys to a rental car, throw your bags in the trunk and get going. We've come up with some road trips we're confident you'll love:

  • Head to Los Angeles for a fun-filled sightseeing experience. Around 80 kilometres from Rancho Santa Margarita, it has numerous great sights such as Universal Studios Hollywood.
  • Next stop? Consider San Diego County, which is around 105 kilometres away. San Diego Zoo is one local hot spot you shouldn't miss.
  • Find your way to Channel Islands National Park to discover some local nature. Take a picnic to enjoy or just relax and unwind. From Rancho Santa Margarita, it's 209 kilometres away.

How do I find the best car rental deals in Rancho Santa Margarita with Expedia?
Browse our wide range of rental cars, check out reviews and compare offers from popular brands. In a few easy clicks, Expedia will help you pick up the best deal on your ride. Got a hotel or flight booking? Add on your Rancho Santa Margarita car rental to save even more.
How old do you have to be to rent a car in Rancho Santa Margarita?
Anyone with a valid driver's licence aged 21 and over can rent a vehicle in Rancho Santa Margarita. While some companies may be willing to rent to drivers younger than 21, contracts will come with additional fees. Find out what ages the young renter fee applies to, and what it costs, before locking in your ride. Outlets also restrict the types of cars young drivers can rent. Higher limits are in place for large vehicles like premium SUVs and luxury models.
What do you need to rent a car in Rancho Santa Margarita?
Renting a car in Rancho Santa Margarita is easy as pie. Normally, all you'll need is a current driver's licence and a credit card. After choosing a great set of wheels, check your policy to make sure there are no further requirements prior to the pickup date.
What is the cheapest car rental in Rancho Santa Margarita?
Based on prices found over the past seven days, you could've taken the wheel of a rental car for just CA $89 a day. The second lowest daily rate in Rancho Santa Margarita was CA $100. These rates were available on Expedia, with a rental starting date within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change and additional terms apply.
Can I rent a car for a month or longer in Rancho Santa Margarita?
Yes, so you won't need to rebook a rental car mid-vacation. Visit our long-term car rental deals page, enter your details and reserve a set of wheels that's all yours for however long you want.
Where can I find a Rancho Santa Margarita car rental if I am younger than 25?
Age policies differ between rental companies, so be prepared to do a little research. Found a Rancho Santa Margarita outlet that does rent to under 25s? Terrific! Just keep in mind that extra charges often apply to drivers aged between 21 and 24. The terms and conditions of each rental car you're interested in will have all the information you need.

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Our best deal of the day:
CA $89
Our second best deal of the day:
CA $100
Our third best deal of the day:
CA $101
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