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Cheap Car Hire in England from R336

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in England with a pick-up date of 9/5 and drop-off date of 20/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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England car hires in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in England. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 30 April 2025.

Most popular company

DRIVALIA

Most common car type

Intermediate

Average price per day

R592

Cheapest price per day

R336

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in England?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in England 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 30 April 2025.

January

R500

February

R519

March

R574

April

R741

May

R797

June

R760

July

R871

August

R778

September

R667

October

R611

November

R593

December

R926

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in England is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is December. 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.

Popular car types in England

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in England and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 30 April 2025.

There are 80 hire agencies servicing England. These agencies, altogether, have 3 895 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in England with prices from R336 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 4 car types you can hire in England:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

People carrier

People carrier

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

R1 014+

Mini

Mini

Premium

Premium

Luxury

Luxury

R1 135+

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

R1 244+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Luxury SUV

Luxury SUV

R2 343+

Compare available car types for rental in England

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in England to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 30 April 2025.

Small cars

R531 - R934

All Car Types

R760 - R1 299

To hire a small car in England, you would pay an average price of R728/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a small car in England (~R531/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~R934/day). In fact, February is about 28% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for England. When comparing with other car types available for hire in England, renting a small car saves you 28% 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. Here are the best England small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in England, you would pay an average price of R968/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in England (~R605/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~R1 305/day). In fact, January is about 38% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for England. When comparing with other car types available for hire in England, renting a medium car saves you 5% 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. Here are the best England medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in England, you would pay an average price of R1 913/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a large car in England (~R1 241/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~R2 727/day). In fact, February is about 36% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for England. When comparing with other car types available for hire in England, renting a large car is 48% more expensive. 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 SUV in England, you would pay an average price of R1 077/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in England (~R660/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~R1 370/day). In fact, March is about 39% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for England. When comparing with other car types available for hire in England, renting a SUV is 7% more expensive. 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. Here are the best England SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in England, you would pay an average price of R2 248/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a van in England (~R1 799/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is November (~R4 327/day). In fact, October is about 20% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for England. When comparing with other car types available for hire in England, renting a van is 56% more expensive. 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. Here are the best England van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a luxury car in England, you would pay an average price of R1 817/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in England (~R1 349/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is November (~R4 327/day). In fact, April is about 26% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car hire for England. When comparing with other car types available for hire in England, renting a luxury car is 45% more expensive. 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.

Suzuki BalenoR336/day
2
M
A/C
Suzuki Baleno
Suzuki CiazR371/day
4
M
A/C
Suzuki Ciaz

Top rental agencies in England

Explore the leading car hire agencies in England known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in England. Reviews were last updated on 30 April 2025.
Hire a car with one of the top providers serving the England region, including those located within the London, Manchester and Birmingham area. Helpful information on each car hire agency is available, including reviews, pricing, pickup location, and more.

Sixt

7,8
Good
42 reviews30 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Overall

7,8

Pick-up/drop-off

7,9

Value

7,5

Budget

7,2
Good
66 reviews35 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,6

Comfort

7,5

Overall

7,2

Pick-up/drop-off

7,4

Value

6,8

Hertz

7,0
Good
40 reviews38 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,1

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,0

Pick-up/drop-off

7,1

Value

7,0

Europcar

6,9
Okay
57 reviews57 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,9

Comfort

7,5

Overall

6,9

Pick-up/drop-off

6,8

Value

6,4

GREEN MOTION

5,2
Fair
74 reviews30 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,5

Comfort

6,2

Overall

5,2

Pick-up/drop-off

5,0

Value

5,5

Easirent

4,9
Mediocre
84 reviews32 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,2

Comfort

6,2

Overall

4,9

Pick-up/drop-off

5,0

Value

5,1

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8,7
Very Good
18 reviews66 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,6

Comfort

8,6

Overall

8,7

Pick-up/drop-off

8,7

Value

8,5

Alamo

7,7
Good
17 reviews23 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,8

Comfort

8,3

Overall

7,7

Pick-up/drop-off

8,0

Value

7,4

Best England car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in England. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in England with an average daily rate of R1 058. Data was last updated on 30 April 2025.
These are some of the best options we've found for those looking for car hires in England, including options within a close proximity to London, Manchester and Birmingham. If these deals don't match what you're looking for, not to worry -- deals are updated on a regular basis.
Suzuki BalenoR336/day
2
M
A/C
Suzuki Baleno
Suzuki CiazR371/day
4
M
A/C
Suzuki Ciaz
Toyota Corolla QuestR372/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in England, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 30 April 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in England?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R592/day when booking a car hire in England. The absolute best deal a user found was for R373/day from GREEN MOTION , booked on Apr. 27.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in England?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in England from the following companies over the past two weeks: GREEN MOTION (R307/day), SURPRICE CAR RENTAL (R448/day), and keddy by Europcar (R529/day).

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, U-Save (10,0 rating), Arnold Clark (9,6 rating) and McNicoll Vehicle Rental (8,7 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in England.

  • What are petrol prices like in England?

    The average price of petrol in England is R32,26/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R1 451 and R2 096 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in England for a week from DRIVALIA ?

    DRIVALIA offers hire cars in England for about R4 925 per week on average.

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

    Our data suggests that booking early can save you up to 40% on a hire car in England. Take advantage of below-average prices by booking at least 7 days prior to your desired date.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in England?

    Yes, hiring a vehicle in England for a month is certainly possible.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in England for a month?

    The average cost of a car hire in England for a month is R21 109. Check Cheapflights to compare pricing and options for your rental car.

Small car hires in England

Find small car hire deals in England from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car hires in England cost an average of R641 per day. Price data was last updated on 30 April 2025.
Suzuki SwiftR572/day
2
M
A/C
Suzuki Swift
Kia PicantoR603/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Chevrolet SparkR610/day
2
M
A/C
Chevrolet Spark

Car hires by fuel type in England

Browse car hires by fuel type in England. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in England. Deals were last updated on 30 April 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in England. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (R23+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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