Get relevant, data-driven information to help you rent a car in England, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should you book a rental car in England?
You should book your rental car in England around 7 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.
What is the cheapest car rental company in England?
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at U-Save (15.63 ﷼/day), GREEN MOTION (18.01 ﷼/day) and Ace (25.31 ﷼/day).
What is the most popular rental car in England?
Rentals in the Small category (Ford Focus or similar) are the most popular option in England, costing 147 ﷼/day on average. Some users have found deals as low as 81 ﷼/day.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in England?
The cheapest month to rent a car in England is January at an average cost of 127 ﷼/day. August is the most expensive month to rent a car in England when prices are 219 ﷼/day on average, which tends to be 376% above the yearly average rental price for England.
Which car hire company in England has the most locations?
Avis operates 25 locations in England, more than any other rental company.
England car rental price comparison by vehicle type
Find the right rental car in England by comparing prices across vehicle types.
Small
Medium
Large
SUV
Van
Pickup truck
Luxury
Convertible
Small cars
72 ﷼ - 158 ﷼
All Car Types
207 ﷼ - 347 ﷼
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Small car rentals in England typically cost around 114 ﷼ per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average 72 ﷼ per day which is about 37% less than the yearly average. Small cars are usually 58% cheaper than the average rental in England, making them ideal for budget-conscious travelers.
Medium car rentals in England typically cost around 232 ﷼ per day. The best time to book is November, when prices average 161 ﷼ per day which is about 31% less than the yearly average. Medium cars are usually 15% cheaper than the average rental in England, offering a good balance of space and value.
Large car rentals in England typically cost around 308 ﷼ per day. The best time to book is November, when prices average 220 ﷼ per day which is about 29% less than the yearly average. Large cars are typically 13% more expensive than the average rental in England, but offers more comfort for longer trips.
SUV rentals in England typically cost around 292 ﷼ per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average 228 ﷼ per day which is about 22% less than the yearly average. SUVs are typically 8% more expensive than the average rental in England, but provide extra space and capability for groups or road trips.
Van rentals in England typically cost around 455 ﷼ per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average 219 ﷼ per day which is about 52% less than the yearly average. Vans are typically 41% more expensive than the average rental in England, but are the best choice for families or groups needing maximum passenger capacity.
Pickup truck rentals in England typically cost around 208 ﷼ per day. The best time to book is April, when prices average 130 ﷼ per day which is about 38% less than the yearly average. Pickup trucks are 23% cheaper than the average rental in England, a practical choice for hauling gear or outdoor adventures.
Luxury car rentals in England typically cost around 324 ﷼ per day. The best time to book is November, when prices average 248 ﷼ per day which is about 24% less than the yearly average. Luxury cars are typically 17% more expensive than the average rental in England, but deliver premium comfort and style for special occasions.
Convertible rentals in England typically cost around 474 ﷼ per day. The best time to book is May, when prices average 219 ﷼ per day which is about 54% less than the yearly average. Convertibles are typically 44% more expensive than the average rental in England, perfect for scenic drives and warm-weather destinations.
Good to know
Most popular agency
Most popular car type
Average price
Good deal
GREEN MOTION
Medium
181 ﷼/day
147 ﷼/day
Top tips for renting a car in England
With your England car hire you will have to get used to driving on the left-hand side of the road if you aren’t already. The rules of the road are strict and should always be adhered to. Wearing a seat belt in your vehicle is non-negotiable and there are many cameras even on some rural roads, so make sure you observe speed limits and road signs and whatever you do, do not drive over the limit or on your mobile phone. Roundabouts are standard on UK roads. If these are new to you make sure you yield to traffic inside the circle, coming from the right – and be careful as roundabouts can still be confusing to people who are used to them.
When hiring a car in England it’s important to remember that the majority of cars will be manual transmission. In the UK there are even two classes of driver’s licence – one for manual and one for automatic. If you would like to book an automatic vehicle, check first with the car hire company to ensure they have one in that mode and make sure your own personal licence is appropriate to the hire’s transmission.
All children under 12 years of age in England will need to use a child seat when driving as a passenger. If they are over 135cm tall however, they can use the car seat belt. You are welcome to use your own car seat with England car hire, but it will have to be approved by EU standards. Alternatively, all car hire in England will come with infant car seats as an optional add-on, along with other great features to make your journey easier such as Sat Nav for navigation or second driver options to ease the driving load, among others.
England does not have very many toll roads, making long-distance road trips easier. There are one or two main ones such as the M6 near Birmingham or the Clifton Suspension Bridge in Bristol, and you will find for the most part they will accept credit cards for payment. In more remote towns where there are private bridges you may have to pay a nominal cash fare, but they are usually clearly marked before you approach them.
25% of our users found rental cars in England for 147 ﷼ or less
Small rental cars in England are around 44% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about renting a car in England
Should I hire a car in England?
Car hire in England is the perfect way to see this vast country whether you are off to explore a busy city or the remote countryside. Being an extremely diverse terrain that varies from county to county, your car hire choice will depend on your holiday plans. Compact economy vehicles work perfectly for both city travel and long-distance road trips. 4x4s will be a great asset if planning on exploring the hillsides and highlands. You can get a large variety of vehicles from global car hire companies around all the cities in the UK. Whether booking with Avis, Budget, Hertz, SIXT, Europcar or any other, you will be spoilt for choice when deciding what vehicle to drive off the lot in.
What is driving like in England?
You will need mandatory third-party insurance when hiring a car in England. Most car hire companies will offer this as part of their standard insurance package, and it is referred to as collision waiver. They usually provide vehicle theft cover too. If you want additional insurance for personal defects, you will have to take it out on your credit card.
How old do you have to be to hire a car in England?
To hire a car in England you will need to be 21 years old. You may get charged an extra fee called the ‘Young Driver Fee’ if you are under 25 although not all companies charge this. Check with your car hire company to see if this will apply. You will need to present your international driver’s licence, your home country licence proving you have had your driving licence for longer than a year, your photographic ID such as a passport and of course, your credit card to make the payment and leave the deposit.
How much does it cost to rent a car in England?
On average a rental car in England costs 181 ﷼ per day.
Based on car searches on KAYAK, the most popular cities to rent a car in England are London (54% of total searches of users looking to rent a car in England), Manchester (21%) and Milton Keynes (18%).
How much does it cost to rent a car for a week in England?
On average a rental car in England costs 1,270 ﷼ per week (181 ﷼ per day).
How much does it cost to rent a car long term for a month in England?
On average a rental car in England costs 5,443 ﷼ per month (181 ﷼ per day).
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Everything you need to know for your car rental in England
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