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Southampton car rentals in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Southampton. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 16 April 2026.

Most popular company

ALAMO

Price of petrol per litre

HK$15.50

Average price per day

HK$797

Cheapest price per day

HK$294
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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?

To get the best deal on a rental car in Southampton, book about 28 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around HK$329, which is about 513% cheaper than the typical rate.

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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.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
8.6
Alamo
Alamo
8.1
National
National
7.9
Sixt
Sixt
7.6

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

Planning to hire a car in Southampton? January is the cheapest month, costing about HK$329 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of HK$509. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

HK$329

February

HK$368

March

HK$344

April

HK$423

May

HK$462

June

HK$493

July

HK$509

August

HK$493

September

HK$423

October

HK$415

November

HK$344

December

HK$423

What car do most people rent in Southampton?

SUV cars (Volvo XC90, for example) are the most popular in Southampton. Intermediate (Skoda Octavia) and Economy (Opel Corsa) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Southampton.

Which car hire company has the most locations in Southampton?

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

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Top rental agencies in Southampton

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Southampton known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Southampton. Reviews were last updated on 16 April 2026.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.6
Very Good
3 reviews•4 locations
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Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.0

Alamo

3 locations
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National

3 locations
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Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

8.6

Sixt

7.6
Good
3 reviews•3 locations
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Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

6.8

Budget

7.5
Good
1 review•2 locations
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Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

9.5

Value

7.5

keddy by Europcar

3 locations
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Avis

6.6
Okay
2 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.6

Overall

6.6

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

6.0

Hertz

6.0
Okay
1 review•2 locations
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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 rentals in Southampton, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 16 April 2026.

  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Southampton?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under HK$797/day when booking a car hire in Southampton. The absolute best deal a user found was for HK$294/day from Alamo, booked on Apr. 11.

  • 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 HK$3,559 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?

    The monthly cost of a car rental in Southampton is HK$15,251 (HK$508/day) on average.

Travelling to a place near Southampton?

Hire a car at Southampton if you plan to visit one of these locations
Kingston upon Thames
Slough
Buckingham
Richmond
Brighton
Hatfield
Guildford
Reading
Watford
Croydon
Newmarket
Hounslow
Gatwick
Southall
Royal Tunbridge Wells
Wembley
Bishop's Stortford

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