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Cheap Car Rentals in Reading from $133

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a car hire in Reading with a pick-up date of 17/9 and drop-off date of 5/10. 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 25 July 2024.

January

$43

February

$43

March

$64

April

$60

May

$80

June

$70

July

$84

August

$72

September

$64

October

$53

November

$48

December

$72

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Reading 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 Reading

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Reading 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 July 2024.

Small cars

$57 - $112

All Car Types

$44 - $112

To hire a small car in Reading, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of $44/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Reading, the United Kingdom (~$57/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~$112/day). In fact, March is about 26% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Reading. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Reading, hiring a small car saves you 3% 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 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 25 July 2024.
Rent a vehicle with one of these top rental car agencies serving Reading, such as Sixt, National and keddy by Europcar. Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Reading, including Sixt, National and keddy by Europcar.

Sixt

10.0
Wonderful
3 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

National

1 location

keddy by Europcar

1 location

Budget

7.5
Good
1 review1 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

Avis

1 location

Hertz

6.4
Okay
1 review3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.4

Comfort

6.4

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.4

Europcar

2.0
Poor
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

2.0

Comfort

2.0

Overall

2.0

Pick-up/drop-off

2.0

Value

2.0

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Reading, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 25 July 2024.
  • 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 $3.17/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $143 and $206 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Reading for a week from Hertz?

    Hertz offers hire cars in Reading for about $333 per week on average.

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

    Booking early can save you upwards of 69% on your car hire. Booking your vehicle at least 37 days in advance can you get you a great below-average price in Reading.

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

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

  • What car do most people hire in Reading?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Reading is Intermediate (Skoda Octavia Combi) based on our Cheapflights data.

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Van rentals in Reading

Find van hire deals in Reading from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. van hires in Reading cost an average of $133 per day. Price data was last updated on 25 July 2024.
Peruse some of the best options we've found for renting a van in the Reading area. If you're not finding the right deal for your van rental, check back soon as deals are constantly being refreshed.
Volkswagen Sharan$133/day
5
M
A/C
Volkswagen Sharan

Car rentals by fuel type in Reading

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Reading. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Reading. Deals were last updated on 25 July 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Reading. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest ($43+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

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