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Cheap car hire in Imperial
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KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Imperial
- It is more beneficial to use car rentals in Imperial over public transport. Rental cars offer convenience to people with limited mobility or those traveling with children since they include ample seating space and can accommodate their needs. Unlike public transport, which will force you to use more cash to purchase multiple tickets for a group drive, rental cars will allow you to split the rental car fee. This will save you on cost. With Imperial rental vehicles, you will explore some attraction sites in Imperial, including Salvation Mountain, Salton Sea, and the Museum of History in Granite.
- If visiting Imperial, you’ll likely fly into Imperial County Airport (IPL) or General Rodolfo Sanchez Taboada International Airport (MXL). Upon landing at IPL, proceed to the baggage claim area near the main terminal, where you will find counters for Imperial car rental agencies. MXL has on-site car rental agencies with counters in its main terminal building. To be an eligible car renter at both airports, you must present proof of your return airline flight, a valid driver’s license that has been functional for the past 12 months, and a credit card matching details to your driver’s license. The minimum allowed age for car renting is 25 years.
- You are required to exhibit polite driving on the roads when using car rentals in Imperial, as is their driving culture. They include using turn signals, yielding when appropriate, and allowing merging drivers on the road. The town has strict regulations on seatbelt usage for all passengers in a vehicle, including child safety seats for younger children. Imperial Town also emphasizes using hands-free devices to avoid distraction during driving. Most roads in Imperial are generally paved, flat, straight, and well-maintained. Imperial prioritizes its pedestrians. You, therefore, have to wait for crossing pedestrians at crosswalks.
- Using car rentals in Imperial gets challenging, especially during morning hours from around 7 am to 9 am and evening hours from about 4 pm to 6 pm due to the rush hour traffic experienced. Some of the roads in Imperial mainly affected by the traffic during rush hours, include Highway 86, La Brucherie Road, and Barioni Boulevard. You can use alternative routes, including Bennett Road, Dogwood Road, and Shank Road, to avoid traffic congestion during these hours. Summer season is incredibly challenging to drivers in Imperial due to the extreme heat and increase in tire pressure, making driving uncomfortable.
- Book your car hire in Imperial at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Compact hire cars in Imperial are around 29% more expensive than other car types, on average
FAQs about hiring a car in Imperial
How much is the price of fuel in Imperial?
The average price of fuel in Imperial is R72,60 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between R871 and R1 162, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular car hire in Imperial?
Compact (Kia Soul or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Imperial.
How can I find car hires near me in Imperial?
Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.
How much does a Compact car hire cost in Imperial?
A Compact car hire in Imperial costs R2 226 per day, on average.
How much does a Full Size car hire cost in Imperial?
A Full Size car hire in Imperial costs R1 366 per day, on average.
How much does an Economy car hire cost in Imperial?
An Economy car hire in Imperial costs R3 173 per day, on average.
What type of car is recommended for driving in Imperial?
A compact car or a sedan is the right car for driving in Imperial. Given their small size, their maneuverability is improved. Hence, they can navigate crowded streets, saving you time. Their size will also make them an efficient choice for parking in the city’s tight parking spaces. Besides, you get to reduce your carbon emissions to the environment as these vehicles are fuel-efficient.
What’s the speed limit in Imperial?
When driving around school zones and residential areas, you must maintain your speed limit to about 25 mph. When going through urban roads and business districts within downtown Imperial, your speed must be limited to around 30 mph. Rural roads in remote Imperial areas have speed limits set to about 45 mph. Highways and freeways passing through Imperial have higher speed limits set up to 65 mph.
Where are the best places to park in Imperial?
You will have access to different parking options in downtown Imperial, including public parking lots and street parking. You will pay about $2 per hour for metered street parking in downtown Imperial. Daily parking in downtown Imperial will cost you about $5. You will also enjoy free parking in several parking lots within downtown Imperial, including Southland Plaza Shopping Center, Otay Mesa-Nestor Branch Library, and Broadway Plaza.
Imperial car rental reviews and directory
Budget
10,0
Wonderful
1 reviewCleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
10.0
Value for money
10.0
One location in Imperial
Locations in Imperial
1101 Airport Road
+1 760 545 8456
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10,0 Wonderful
May 2023
Avis
7,7
Good
18 reviewsCleanliness
7.7
Comfort
7.7
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.7
Value for money
9.1
2 locations in Imperial
Locations in Imperial
1101 Airport Road
+1 760 355 2408
744 Emerson Avenue
+1 760 768 8300
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7,6 Good
Jul 2020
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GOOD CARS8,0 Very Good
Feb 2017
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Also super quick10,0 Wonderful
Nov 2016
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Everything was great, very helpful,professional staff.2,0 Poor
Jun 2023
10,0 Wonderful
Nov 2021
7,9 Good
Jul 2021
U-Save
5,0
Fair
No reviews available
2 locations in Imperial
Locations in Imperial
400 West Birch Street
+1 760 357 8949
710 W Main Street
+1 760 352 1947
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Easirent
4,6
Mediocre
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One location in Imperial
Locations in Imperial
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Hertz
No score available yet
2 locations in Imperial
Locations in Imperial
1101 Airport Road
+1 760 355 2401
1520 W Ford Drive
+1 760 355 2401
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8,0 Very Good
Oct 2017
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I liked the friendly service of the people in the desk.Cons:
No body was in the desk to return the car. I called the company to find out how to return the car. the lady was very helpful and she found the information where was the drop box. She told me that the drop box was outside the Airport below the hertz sign. I suppose to return the car at 4.00pm Oct. 21 2017. I did at 3.33pm Oct 21 2017. I dropped the key with the copy of the recipe were said the time to return the car. Thank you for your help. Jorge estrada2,0 Poor
Mar 2022
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
No score available yet
One location in Imperial
Locations in Imperial
299 W. Main St
+1 760 353 3600
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2,0 Poor
May 2021
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Bad services6,0 Okay
Apr 2020
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Staff (same guy) wasn’t friendly10,0 Wonderful
Jan 2020
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Friendly staff, pickup and drop off very easyCons:
I prefer Chrysler Pacifica rather than Dodge Caravan, because of the entreteinment sistem, but the rest was ok.4,4 Mediocre
Jan 2019
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NothingCons:
First car I rented had tags and insurance that were expired! The next car they gave me the check oil light came on after driving for 20 miles! I will not be renting from them again.10,0 Wonderful
Jul 2022
Firefly
No score available yet
One location in Imperial
Locations in Imperial
Calle Novena Esq Abadez
0180 0709 5010
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