Weekend Car Rental in Los Angeles
LA weekends call for the right car. Whether it's a quick drive up PCH to Malibu, a Big Bear ski weekend, a Vegas escape, or a beach day in Santa Monica — the rental car defines the trip's energy.
Our typical weekend rental window: Friday afternoon pickup, Sunday evening return — 2.5 days total, billed at our 3-day discount tier (~10% off daily rate). Most weekend renters pick up Friday between 3–6pm and return Sunday between 4–8pm. We're flexible on exact times if your plans need adjustment.
Most-booked weekend cars: - **Tesla Model 3 Long Range** — versatile, Autopilot for freeway driving, free Supercharging - **Porsche Macan or 911 Carrera** — when the driving is part of the weekend (Mulholland, PCH, canyons) - **Genesis GV80** — 7-seat for friend trips or family weekends - **Convertible (Corvette when available)** — top-down PCH
What we offer for weekends: - Friday afternoon pickup, Sunday evening return — standard window - 3-day discount tier automatically applied - LAX delivery if your weekend starts with a Friday arrival - Flexible return time (extension available for Monday morning return) - Insurance and Supercharging included
Quick tips for this scenario
- Friday afternoon pickup gets you onto PCH before traffic builds
- 3-day discount tier kicks in for full weekend rentals
- LAX delivery available for Friday arrivals
- Return time flexibility — message us to extend to Monday morning
- Tesla = no charging stress for full weekend in LA
Recommended cars
9 cars fit this use case. Browse all →

2025 Nissan Sentra
automatic · 5 seats
$60.00/day

2025 Honda Civic
automatic · 5 seats
$80.00/day

2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5
automatic · 5 seats
$85.00/day
2020 Ford EcoSport SE
automatic · 4 seats
$85.00/day

2025 Acura Integra
automatic · 4 seats
$90.00/day
2024 Acura ZDX
automatic · 5 seats
$110.00/day
2020 Chevrolet Malibu LT
automatic · 5 seats
$110.00/day
2026 Kia EV6 Wind
automatic · 5 seats
$110.00/day

2025 Tesla Model 3 Long Range
automatic · 5 seats
$110.00/day
Frequently asked questions
How much is a weekend car rental in LA?
Typically $200–400 for the weekend depending on car. Tesla Model 3 weekend: ~$300. Luxury SUV: $700–900. Includes 3-day multi-day discount.
Can I pick up Friday evening and return Monday morning?
Yes — message us. Standard window is Friday afternoon to Sunday evening; Monday morning return is doable with prior arrangement.
Are weekend rentals more expensive than weekdays?
Same base rate, but our 3-day discount tier (~10% off daily) automatically applies to weekend rentals.
Can I deliver the weekend car to an LA hotel?
Yes — flat distance delivery fee from our base. Most LA hotels covered for $40–80.
What's the best car for a Big Bear weekend?
Genesis GV80 or Range Rover Sport with AWD. Chains may be required Nov–April.