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Cheap Car Rentals in United Kingdom from HK$183

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 the United Kingdom with a pick-up date of 28-9 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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United Kingdom car rentals in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in United Kingdom. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 13 July 2025.

Most popular company

GREEN MOTION

Most common car type

Intermediate

Average price per day

HK$373

Cheapest price per day

HK$183

Popular car types in United Kingdom

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in United Kingdom and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 13 July 2025.

At HK$183/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in United Kingdom in the past week. Out of 82 car hire agencies operating in United Kingdom, there are, in total, 3,929 hire locations. View below for 5 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

HK$185+

Compact

Compact

HK$197+

Intermediate

Intermediate

HK$246+

People carrier

People carrier

HK$488+

Mini

Mini

HK$183+

Premium

Premium

HK$374+

Luxury

Luxury

HK$416+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

HK$229+

Compare car rental deals in United Kingdom by type

Here are the best United Kingdom small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best United Kingdom medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best United Kingdom large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best United Kingdom van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best United Kingdom luxury car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Mini CountrymanHK$183/day
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Mazda Mazda2HK$185/day
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Toyota CorollaHK$197/day
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Best car rental deals found in United Kingdom

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in United Kingdom. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in United Kingdom with an average daily rate of HK$366. Data was last updated on 13 July 2025.
These are some of the most attractive deals we've found on rental cars within the United Kingdom region, including options close to London, Birmingham and Manchester. If these deals don't appeal to you, check back very soon as they are being updated frequently.
Mini CountrymanHK$183/day
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Mazda Mazda2HK$185/day
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Toyota CorollaHK$197/day
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Cheapflights insights for the United Kingdom car rentals

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

How far in advance should I hire a car in United Kingdom?

To get the best deal on a rental car in United Kingdom, book about 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around HK$252, which is about 492% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the cheapest car hire company in United Kingdom?

In United Kingdom, the most affordable car hire company right now is DRIVALIA , offering prices from just HK$106.52/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is GREEN MOTION , with rates starting at HK$158.65/day.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in United Kingdom?

At United Kingdom, the best time to rent a car is at January, with an average daily rate of just HK$227. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging HK$408 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In United Kingdom, the best time to rent a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just HK$227. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging HK$408 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

HK$227

February

HK$246

March

HK$275

April

HK$367

May

HK$402

June

HK$391

July

HK$408

August

HK$382

September

HK$320

October

HK$316

November

HK$270

December

HK$390

What car do most people rent in United Kingdom?

The most popular types of cars to hire in United Kingdom are the following: SUV cars (Kia Sportage or similar), Standard cars (Kia Sportage or similar), and Intermediate cars (Kia Sportage or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in United Kingdom?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 497 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Free2Move has the second-highest number of locations in United Kingdom at 437.

What are the car rental prices for popular cities in United Kingdom?

Discover the price range for renting a car in popular cities across United Kingdom, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 1,409 pickup locations in United Kingdom to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 13 July 2025.

Among the most popular cities in United Kingdom, Manchester offers the lowest average rental price at just HK$234/day. Other affordable options include Birmingham (HK$239/day), Edinburgh (HK$292/day), and Belfast (HK$303/day).

Top rental agencies in United Kingdom

Explore the leading car rental agencies in United Kingdom known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in United Kingdom. Reviews were last updated on 13 July 2025.
Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in United Kingdom, including pickup locations serving London, Birmingham and Manchester. Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in United Kingdom, including locations around London, Birmingham and Manchester.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.1
Very Good
179 reviews497 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.1

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

7.9

Budget

7.4
Good
167 reviews122 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

6.9

Sixt

7.4
Good
162 reviews116 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.0

Europcar

7.0
Good
243 reviews245 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

6.7

Hertz

6.8
Okay
126 reviews166 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

7.7

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

6.5

Easirent

5.2
Fair
129 reviews89 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.4

Comfort

6.4

Overall

5.2

Pick-up/drop-off

5.3

Value

5.4

Avis

8.0
Very Good
60 reviews100 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

7.7

Arnold Clark

9.6
Wonderful
9 reviews74 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

9.6

Overall

9.6

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

9.3

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in United Kingdom, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 13 July 2025.
  • What is the most popular car hire provider in United Kingdom?

    The most popular car hire company at United Kingdom is DRIVALIA . With prices on ECONOMY starting at HK$107/day about 149% more people book with DRIVALIA than other companies in the country.

  • What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in United Kingdom?

    When visiting United Kingdom, it is typically cheapest to rent your car in Birmingham where rental cars typically will cost around HK$272/day (30% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest rental car price in United Kingdom was found in Birmingham for just HK$182/day.

  • What side of the road do you drive on in United Kingdom?

    Cars in United Kingdom are to be driven on the left side of the road.

Car rentals by fuel type in United Kingdom

Browse car rentals by fuel type in United Kingdom. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in United Kingdom. Deals were last updated on 13 July 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in United Kingdom. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (HK$36+).

Electric

Electric

HK$36+

Hybrid

Hybrid

HK$49+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

HK$44+

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