Southampton

Cheap Car Hire in Southampton

Southampton, England, United Kingdom
May 2 — May 9
Driver's age: 26-65
Southampton, England, United Kingdom
Thu 2/5
Noon
Thu 9/5
Noon

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 25 April 2024.

January

R728

February

R709

March

R862

April

R1 015

May

R1 207

June

R1 264

July

R1 303

August

R1 207

September

R1 149

October

R977

November

R843

December

R977

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Southampton is February. 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 hire 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 25 April 2024.

Small cars

R347 - R3 259

All Car Types

R347 - R3 259

To hire a small car in Southampton, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of R1 105/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Southampton, the United Kingdom (~R347/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is May (~R3 259/day). In fact, January is about 69% 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, renting a small car is 1% 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.

Top rental agencies in Southampton

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Southampton known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Southampton. Reviews were last updated on 25 April 2024.
Book your reservation with one of the top car hire agencies located in Southampton, including Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Alamo and keddy by Europcar. Reviews, pricing info, pickup locations, and other important details are available to aid your decision.

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

9,6

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

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

Hertz

6,2
Okay
4 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,0

Comfort

9,0

Overall

7,0

Pick-up/drop-off

5,0

Value

5,0

Europcar

6,0
Okay
4 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5,0

Comfort

6,0

Overall

6,0

Pick-up/drop-off

5,5

Value

6,0

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Southampton, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 25 April 2024.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Southampton?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Enterprise Rent-A-Car (10,0 rating), Budget (9,0 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 R35,46/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R1 595 and R2 304 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Southampton for a week from Enterprise Rent-A-Car?

    Enterprise Rent-A-Car is one of the most popular car hire companies in Southampton, offering car hire for around R17 946 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?

    Yes, cars are available to be hired for an entire month in Southampton.

  • What car do most people hire in Southampton?

    The majority of Cheapflights travellers prefer to hire a Compact (Peugeot 2008) in Southampton, making it the most popular option.

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