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KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Torrance

  • Whether you want to go on a shopping spree in Del Amo Fashion Center located just 10.5 miles from the airport or visit the Chen Art Gallery and admire pieces of Chinese artifacts, some as old as thousands of years, Torrance has a lot to offer. 10 miles away is the Toyota USA Automobile Museum, next is the Western Museum of Flights, an aviation museum located about 12 miles away from the airport. Having a flexible, convenient, and affordable means of transport to get to these attraction sites in Torrance would be a good idea. A taxi is another option, but it's inflexible, and the prices are on the higher side. However, car rentals in Torrance are a more practical and cost-effective solution. You can rent a car through KAYAK for a day, a week, or even a month and run your schedules more conveniently and at your own pace.
  • Once your plane touches down at the Los Angeles International Airport, you can find several onsite car rentals in Torrance. Companies such as Ace, Budget, Dollar, NU Car, Hertz, Thrifty, Fox, Sixt, and U-Save are available at the airport and several other locations inside the city. From the airport, most of these car rentals provide shuttle services to take you to their respective car rental offices, depending on where you want to rent your car.
  • Traffic in Torrance is quite busy, given the city's proximity to the bustling metropolis of Los Angeles. However, some of the traffic conditions you're likely to experience on Torrance roadways are mostly weather elements such as snow, mist, rain, or hail. But all this depends on the time and season of your visit. Most highways and streets in Torrance have traffic cameras, so always adhere to traffic rules and maintain the stipulated speed limit to avoid unpleasant incidents. Watch out for jaywalking pedestrians and always yield to other road users at intersections. Except for rush hour, traffic in Torrance is relatively manageable. The main highways you should take note of are the Pacific Coast Highway and the Hawthorne Blvd, which are some of the busiest highways in Torrance.
  • As a busy Californian city, Torrance's workforce commute to their workplaces as early as 4:30am. That means that by 5am, traffic is already up and heavy. Rush hour continues until mid-morning at around 10:30am. In the afternoon, the streets get busier again around 4pm and continue until early evening around 7:30pm when it slows down to a steady pace.
  • Book your car hire in Torrance at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Standard hire cars in Torrance are around 13% cheaper than other car types, on average
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FAQs about hiring a car in Torrance

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in Torrance?

    When selecting a car rental in Torrance, we recommend that you go for a small car like the economy or intermediate to help you navigate traffic easily. However, this depends on the nature of your trip and the number of passengers you'll have on-board. The above types of cars are ideal for a single business traveler or a small group of less than five. If you’re traveling as a family or a group of more than five, then go for a larger car like a premium SUV or a minivan.

  • What’s the speed limit in Torrance?

    The maximum speed limit on most Torrance highways is 65mph. On two-way lanes, the speed limit is 55mph. Streets connecting residential and business areas and school zones, and children's playgrounds have a maximum speed limit of 25mph. Alleys and blind intersections have a maximum of 15mph.

  • Where are the best places to park in Torrance?

    Parking services are available at the Del Amo Fashion Center garage. You can leave your car here for as long as your schedules will allow. The garage is open seven days a week but closes at 9pm and 8pm on weekends. Parking is free. Other parking spaces include Harbor Park and Rider Auto and additional private parking lots, which charge around $3 to $4 per hour. All these parking spaces are located in the city center within 10 miles from the airport.

  • How much is the price of fuel in Torrance?

    The average price of fuel in Torrance is R64,99 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between R780 and R1 040, depending on the car size.

  • What is the most popular car hire in Torrance?

    Standard (Chevrolet Equinox or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Torrance.

  • Which car hire agencies are at Los Angeles airport (LAX)?

    The only car hire company onsite at Los Angeles airport is Ace.

  • How can I find car hires near me in Torrance?

    Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.

  • How much does a Standard car hire cost in Torrance?

    A Standard car hire in Torrance costs R1 122 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Full Size car hire cost in Torrance?

    A Full Size car hire in Torrance costs R863 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Premium car hire cost in Torrance?

    A Premium car hire in Torrance costs R1 233 per day, on average.

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Torrance car rental reviews and directory 
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Hertz

7,0

Good

Read 19 reviews

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.3

Value for money

6.7

2 locations in Torrance

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Locations in Torrance

18409 Hawthorne Blvd.

+1 310 371 9656

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00

3635 Fashion Way

+1 310 316 3855

Monday13:00 - 17:0008:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:0013:00 - 17:00
Wednesday13:00 - 17:0008:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:0013:00 - 17:00
Friday13:00 - 17:0008:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00

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2,0 Poor

Anonymous, Sept 2024

Pick-up truck

KAYAK
Could not accommodate a change of the same reservation with an additional day prior to pick up.

6,0 Okay

Chong, Apr 2024

Intermediate

KAYAK
Need to answer phone we call all Saturday but no one anser phone

8,0 Very Good

Anonymous, Sept 2023

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
Everything went well, no complaints

2,0 Poor

Anonymous, Dec 2021

KAYAK
Was denied a car even though they had done available. Was told to order through their own website even though it cost a lot more.

4,0 Mediocre

Anonymous, Apr 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

The price

Cons:

I was disappointed I didn’t get the car I reserved. Customer service sucks. While doing the paperwork I noticed they were closed on Sunday which is when I was planning on returning the car and I was told just drop off the keys in the box. I then waited almost 30 minutes for them to bring me the car. The attendant gave me the keys and walked off. I then took pictures of existing damage and drove off. At the first traffic light I noticed the fuel tank was only 1/4 full. Not seeing a phone number to call I went back to the office to inquire and was told the fuel level is on the back of the key. I’m now behind schedule as it has taken over an hour to get the car and find a gas station. Super annoyed! Then my son gets into the back seat and cuts his hand on an piece of broken glass!!! Then when I returned the car in realize I had been given no instructions on where to park and the office was closed. Very annoyed with hertz.

8,0 Very Good

Anonymous, Apr 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Check in staff very friendly and helpful.

Cons:

Hours limited, opened at 9AM for drop off. Actually, opened late, was number 4 in line. Clerk was helpful and courteous but late opening put me in time crunch.

1 out of 7

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7,7

Good

Read 6 reviews
Best rated

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.6

Value for money

7.4

2 locations in Torrance

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20537 S Western Ave

+1 310 618 9866

Monday07:30 - 17:30
Tuesday07:30 - 17:30
Wednesday07:30 - 17:30
Thursday07:30 - 17:30
Friday07:30 - 17:30
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

20625 Hawthorne Blvd

+1 310 370 5811

Monday07:30 - 17:30
Tuesday07:30 - 17:30
Wednesday07:30 - 17:30
Thursday07:30 - 17:30
Friday07:30 - 17:30
Saturday08:00 - 17:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

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10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, May 2021

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Pros:

Staff was friendly and took the time to answer all the questions i had.. In addition explained the return process. Totally satisfied with enterprise.

Cons:

Keep up the good work.. no change.

8,0 Very Good

Anonymous, May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

The car was very clean and the pick-up was fast once we were helped.

Cons:

Time management and organization from the associates could be better. They seemed a bit frazzled and disorganized during pick-up and drop-off. They kind of bulldozed through each customer. One associate was loudly smacking gum and pretty aggressive with us. During pick-up, it took about 20-30 minutes to get helped after my set appointment time.

10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Aug 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Very helpful staff and very quick

Cons:

They were good

8,4 Very Good

Anonymous, Aug 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Kamal was great! Very helpful and friendly. The other man that helped me was very helpful I think he was a manager wearing a gray enterprise shirt. After hours drop off is easy and very convenient.

Cons:

Pricing is a bit steep for type of car I got.

10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Apr 2023

Compact

KAYAK
Staff was great and accommodating and helpful, the only issue the car smelled of smoke, but they compensated me appropriately would rent from them again in a heartbeat!

2,0 Poor

Anonymous, May 2022

KAYAK
Website is Misleading!! I rented a car for $67.00 the branch didn’t have the car I reserved online! They offered me a car with smoke fumes! I ended up renting a BMW for $200.00 !! When I dropped of the car they were closed and I have to dropped the car at LAX lost my flight ! They failed to tell me the times to dropped the car ! Horrible experience!

1 out of 2

Avis

6,6

Okay

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

7.3

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.6

Value for money

6.6

2 locations in Torrance

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20125 Hawthorne Boulevard

+1 310 542 2182

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20522 Hawthorne Boulevard

+1 310 542 5029

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
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Budget

5,2

Fair

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Cleanliness

5.2

Comfort

5.6

Pick-up/Drop-off

4.4

Value for money

5.2

2 locations in Torrance

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20522 Hawthorne Boulevard

+1 310 370 3668

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday08:00 - 17:00
Sunday08:00 - 17:00

22100 Hawthorne Boulevard

+1 310 371 0809

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00

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4,0 Mediocre

Marcel, Jun 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

You rented me a car from a location that is closed!!! I was 2 hours late to help my grandmother in a wheelchair. Wtf.

6,0 Okay

Anonymous, Dec 2021

KAYAK
Employees pleasant. Car had a problem and was the only minivan in the lot (Torrance). Referred to LAX, who were swamped as usual and felt they were “put out” trying to replace the vehicle. After 2 hours, everything squared away.

1 out of 1

Thrifty

5,6

Fair

2 locations in Torrance

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18409 Hawthorne Blvd.

+1 310 371 9656

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00

Hawthorne Blvd

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Midway

6,3

Okay

One location in Torrance

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3311 Pacific Coast Hwy

+1 310 237 7081

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Dollar

5,7

Fair

2 locations in Torrance

Locations in Torrance

18409 Hawthorne Blvd.

+1 310 371 9656

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00

3635 Fashion Way

+1 310 316 3855

Monday08:00 - 17:0013:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:0013:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:0013:00 - 17:00
Thursday13:00 - 17:0008:00 - 17:00
Friday13:00 - 17:0008:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00

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2876 travellers who hired a car in Torrance gave the car agency they used an average rating of 5.8

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