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Cheap Car Hire in Reading from R905

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 Reading with a pick-up date of 5/6 and drop-off date of 27/6. 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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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Reading?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Reading 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

R444

February

R611

March

R593

April

R945

May

R889

June

R778

July

R945

August

R871

September

R704

October

R630

November

R537

December

R926

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

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Reading 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 14 hire agencies servicing Reading. These agencies, altogether, have 21 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Reading with prices from R905 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here is a car type you can hire in Reading:

Compact

Compact

Top rental agencies in Reading

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Reading known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Reading. Reviews were last updated on 30 April 2025.
Choose from the top car hire agencies available in Reading, including Sixt, National and Avis. Skim reviews, hire company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.

Sixt

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

10,0

National

1 location

Avis

1 location

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7,3
Good
2 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,3

Comfort

9,3

Overall

7,3

Pick-up/drop-off

8,6

Value

7,3

Budget

1 location

keddy by Europcar

1 location

Hertz

3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,4

Comfort

6,4

Overall

6,4

Pick-up/drop-off

6,0

Value

6,4

Dollar

1 location

Best Reading car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Reading. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Reading with an average daily rate of R905. Data was last updated on 30 April 2025.
These are the best deals we've found on hire cars in Reading. Double check the details of your car rental reservation before booking to ensure no unwanted surprises.
Toyota Corolla QuestR905/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Reading, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 30 April 2025.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Reading?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Sixt (10,0 rating), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (7,3 rating) and Europcar (2,0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Reading.

  • What are petrol prices like in Reading?

    The average price of petrol in Reading 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 Reading for a week from Budget?

    Budget is one of the most popular car hire companies in Reading, offering car hire for around R8 437 per week on average.

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

    Our data suggests that booking early can save you up to 79% on a hire car in Reading. 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 Reading?

    Yes, you can hire a car for a month in Reading check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

  • How much is a car hire in Reading for a weekend?

    R0 is typically the average cost for a hire car for the weekend in Reading, though this could vary depending on the time of year. If you’re on a budget when travelling to Reading, then opt for a Compact hire vehicle - these tend to be the most affordable on weekends. In the month of May, you can expect to find car hire prices on Cheapflights for as low as R0/day.

  • What car do most people hire in Reading?

    The most popular car to hire while in Reading is the Vauxhall Corsa, which is a Economy vehicle.

Van hires in Reading

Find people carrier hire deals in Reading from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. people carrier hires in Reading cost an average of R2 111 per day. Price data was last updated on 30 April 2025.
Peruse some of the best options we've found for hirin a van in the Reading area. Be sure to check back often to find alternative deals on van hires.
Toyota AvanzaR2 111/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Avanza

Car hires by fuel type in Reading

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

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Reading. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (R55+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

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