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Cheap Car Rentals in Southampton

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Southampton car rentals in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Southampton. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 2 September 2025.

Most popular company

ARNOLDCLARK

Price of petrol per litre

$3.07

Average price per day

$83

Cheapest price per day

$68

Popular car types in Southampton

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Southampton and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 2 September 2025.
Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Mini

Mini

Premium

Premium

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Cheapflights insights for Southampton car rentals

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Southampton, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Southampton?

For the best savings on car rentals in Southampton, make your reservation 85 days before pickup. The average price then is just $64/day – about 28% less than the yearly average.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Southampton?

Looking to hire a car in Southampton? Europcar had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only $29.82/day. Hertz also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at $40.69/day.

What is the best car rental company in Southampton?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Southampton is Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 8.6/10 with 3 reviews). Alamo (rated 8.1/10) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Southampton?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Southampton is January, when you can expect to pay $63/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Southampton is July ($108/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.

January

$63

February

$68

March

$68

April

$86

May

$105

June

$103

July

$108

August

$103

September

$86

October

$76

November

$64

December

$86

What car do most people hire in Southampton?

Compact cars (Vauxhall Astra or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Southampton. Intermediate cars (Nissan Qashqai or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by SUV cars (Nissan Qashqai or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Southampton?

Both Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Hertz have 4 locations in Southampton, more than any other rental company in the area.

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 2 September 2025.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.6
Very Good
3 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.0

Alamo

3 locations

National

3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

8.6

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

keddy by Europcar

3 locations

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

6.0
Okay
2 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

7.0

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Southampton, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 2 September 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Southampton?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $83/day when booking a car hire in Southampton. The absolute best deal a user found was for $68/day from Arnold Clark, booked on Aug. 24.

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

    Enterprise Rent-A-Car is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Southampton. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about $595 per week.

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

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

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

    Generally, a month-long car rental in Southampton can be found for about $2,548, with the average price for a rental being around $85 a day. Book with Arnold Clark, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 32% less compared to the average price of car rentals in Southampton.

Travelling to a place near Southampton?

Hire a car at Southampton if you plan to visit one of these locations
Royal Tunbridge Wells
Stansted
High Wycombe
Slough
Maidstone
Ilford
Hayes
Hounslow
Gatwick
Bishop's Stortford

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