Southampton

Cheap Car Rentals in Southampton

Southampton, England, United Kingdom
12 Dec — 19 Dec
Driver's age: 26-65
Southampton, England, United Kingdom
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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Southampton?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Southampton and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 5 December 2023.

January

₹ 3,501

February

₹ 3,667

March

₹ 3,834

April

₹ 4,501

May

₹ 5,418

June

₹ 5,501

July

₹ 5,585

August

₹ 5,334

September

₹ 5,168

October

₹ 4,334

November

₹ 3,667

December

₹ 4,417

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Southampton is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Compare available car types for rental in Southampton

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Southampton to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 5 December 2023.

Small cars

₹ 2,169 - ₹ 9,667

All Car Types

₹ 2,576 - ₹ 10,282

To hire a small car in Southampton, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of ₹ 4,508/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Southampton, the United Kingdom (~₹ 2,169/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~₹ 9,667/day). In fact, June is about 52% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Southampton. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Southampton, hiring a small car saves you 13% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a medium car in Southampton, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of ₹ 4,086/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Southampton, the United Kingdom (~₹ 4,795/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~₹ 13,755/day). In fact, November is about 17% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Southampton. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Southampton, hiring a medium car saves you 21% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

Top rental agencies in Southampton

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Southampton known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Southampton. Reviews were last updated on 5 December 2023.
Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Southampton, including Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Alamo and keddy by Europcar in Southampton. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

10.0
Wonderful
2 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Alamo

8.0
Very Good
1 review3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

6.0

keddy by Europcar

3 locations

Sixt

7.6
Good
3 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

6.8

Budget

7.5
Good
1 review2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

9.5

Value

7.5

Hertz

7.4
Good
4 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.3

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

6.6

Europcar

7.0
Good
2 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.0

Comfort

7.0

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

7.0

Avis

6.6
Okay
2 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.6

Overall

6.6

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

6.0

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Southampton, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 5 December 2023.

Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Southampton?

Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Budget (10.0 rating), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (10.0 rating) and Sixt (7.6 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Southampton.

What are petrol prices like in Southampton?

The average price of petrol in Southampton is ₹ 157/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between ₹ 7,052 and ₹ 10,186 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

How much does it cost to hire a car in Southampton for a week from Europcar?

Europcar offers hire cars in Southampton for about ₹ 108,643 per week on average.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Southampton for the best price?

Booking your car hire early can save you up to 65%. Aim to book your car hire at least 7 days in advance to take advantage of a below average price in Southampton.

Can I rent a car for a month in Southampton?

The length of time you can book a rental for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Southampton it should be possible to rent a car for a whole month if needed.

What car do most people hire in Southampton?

Peugeot 208, which is a Economy vehicle, is the most popular to hire at Southampton according to Cheapflights users.

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