Southampton

Cheap Car Hire in Southampton from $53

Southampton, England, United Kingdom
4 Apr — 11 Apr
Driver's age: 26-65
Southampton, England, United Kingdom
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Southampton car rentals in 2024

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 28 March 2024.

Most popular company

ALAMO

Price of petrol per litre

$3.07

Average price per day

$80

Cheapest price per day

$53

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 28 March 2024.

January

$63

February

$61

March

$75

April

$85

May

$103

June

$110

July

$111

August

$106

September

$103

October

$85

November

$73

December

$85

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.

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 28 March 2024.

SUV is the cheapest car type you can hire in Southampton this past week from 42 hire locations out of 22 hire agencies. Prices for a Southampton SUV hire start from $53/day. Check out available deals for 3 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Mini

Mini

Premium

Premium

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

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 28 March 2024.

Small cars

$49 - $177

All Car Types

$53 - $138

To hire a small car in Southampton, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of $92/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Southampton, the United Kingdom (~$49/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is November (~$177/day). In fact, January is about 47% 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, hiring a small car saves you 9% 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 Southampton small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Southampton, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of $83/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Southampton, the United Kingdom (~$69/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$178/day). In fact, April is about 18% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Southampton. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Southampton, hiring a medium car saves you 17% 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.

To hire a SUV in Southampton, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of $90/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Southampton, the United Kingdom (~$56/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$174/day). In fact, January is about 38% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Southampton. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Southampton, hiring a SUV saves you 11% 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 Southampton SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Toyota Auris$54/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Auris
Toyota Yaris$54/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris

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 28 March 2024.
Rent a vehicle with one of these top rental car agencies serving Southampton, such as Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Alamo and keddy by Europcar. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.

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

Hertz

7.4
Good
4 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.3

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

6.6

Europcar

7.0
Good
2 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.0

Comfort

7.0

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

7.0

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

Best Southampton car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Southampton. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Southampton with an average daily rate of $80. Data was last updated on 28 March 2024.
Some of the most attractive options when it comes to renting a car in Southampton. Be sure to confirm the details of the deal, such as car type, daily rate, and pickup location.
Nissan X-Trail$53/day
5
M
A/C
Nissan X-Trail
Toyota Yaris$54/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris
Suzuki Swift$54/day
2
M
A/C
Suzuki Swift

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Southampton, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 28 March 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Southampton?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $80/day when booking a car hire in Southampton. The absolute best deal a user found was for $74/day from Alamo, booked on Mar. 24.

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

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Southampton from the following companies over the past two weeks: Alamo ($53/day), Sixt ($54/day), and Europcar ($54/day).

  • 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 $3.07/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $138 and $199 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Southampton for a week from Alamo?

    Alamo is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Southampton. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about $571 per week.

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

    Booking in advance not only ensures a better chance of getting your vehicle of choice, it can save you up to 64% on your car hire. For a below average price in Southampton, Cheapflights recommends booking your car hire at least 7 days in advance.

  • 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 $2,447, with the average price for a rental being around $82 a day. Book with Alamo, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 11% less compared to the average price of car rentals in Southampton.

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

    For a weekend car hire in Southampton, you can expect the average price to be around $0. Usually a Intermediate SUV hire in Southampton is your cheapest weekend car hire option, though you should always check Cheapflights to see if there are other deals on alternative car hire types. If you do opt for hiring a Intermediate SUV for April, it will cost approximately $63 per day.

  • What car do most people hire in Southampton?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Southampton is Mini (Toyota Aygo) based on our Cheapflights data.

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Car rentals by fuel type in Southampton

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Southampton. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Southampton. Deals were last updated on 28 March 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Southampton. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest ($23+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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