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Cheap Car Rentals in Southampton from HK$146

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 Southampton with a pick-up date of 28-2 and drop-off date of 7-3. 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 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 21 February 2025.

January

HK$287

February

HK$303

March

HK$334

April

HK$357

May

HK$435

June

HK$451

July

HK$466

August

HK$412

September

HK$388

October

HK$349

November

HK$303

December

HK$388

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Southampton 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.

Popular car types in Southampton

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Southampton and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 21 February 2025.

At HK$161/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Southampton in the past week. Out of 22 car hire agencies operating in Southampton, there are, in total, 42 hire locations. View below for 3 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

HK$180+

Compact

Compact

HK$216+

Intermediate

Intermediate

HK$322+

People carrier

People carrier

HK$436+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

HK$535+

Mini

Mini

HK$161+

Premium

Premium

HK$315+

Luxury

Luxury

HK$529+

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 21 February 2025.
Rent a car with one of the top providers serving the Southampton area such as Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Alamo and National. Reviews, pricing info, pickup locations, and other important details are available to aid your decision.

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

Best Southampton car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Southampton. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Southampton with an average daily rate of HK$295. Data was last updated on 21 February 2025.
The best offers we've found on car rentals in the Southampton area. Check back soon for more deals if you're not finding the one you're looking for.
Mini CountrymanHK$161/day
2
M
A/C
Mini Countryman
Hyundai i20HK$216/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai i20
Honda FitHK$248/day
4
5
M
A/C
Honda Fit

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Southampton, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 21 February 2025.
  • 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: Budget (HK$180/day), keddy by Europcar (HK$180/day), and Hertz (HK$216/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Southampton?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, National (10.0 rating), Budget (9.0 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.6 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 HK$13.54/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between HK$609 and HK$880 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Arnold Clark 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$2,687 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 63% 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 is a car hire in Southampton for a weekend?

    It costs HK$0 for a weekend car hire in Southampton, on average. The cheapest type of car hire you can book on any given weekend is the Economy as prices are generally lower for these hire types due to demand and availability. If you’re planning to book a hire car in Southampton in March, prices are HK$0 per day on average.

  • What car do most people hire in Southampton?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Southampton is Compact (Ford Focus) based on our Cheapflights data.

Small car rentals in Southampton

Find small car rental deals in Southampton from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car hires in Southampton cost an average of HK$246 per day. Price data was last updated on 21 February 2025.
Mini CountrymanHK$146/day
2
M
A/C
Mini Countryman
Mini CountrymanHK$161/day
2
M
A/C
Mini Countryman
Mini CountrymanHK$171/day
2
M
Mini Countryman

Luxury car rentals in Southampton

Find luxury car rental deals in Southampton from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car hires in Southampton cost an average of HK$698 per day. Price data was last updated on 21 February 2025.
Some of the most suitable options we've found on luxury car rentals within Southampton. If these car rental deals don't suit your needs, make sure to check back soon as we're constantly finding new offers for our users.
Mercedes-Benz E-ClassHK$529/day
5
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Mercedes-Benz E-ClassHK$564/day
5
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Mercedes-Benz E-ClassHK$570/day
5
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz E-Class

Van rentals in Southampton

Find van rental deals in Southampton from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. van hires in Southampton cost an average of HK$730 per day. Price data was last updated on 21 February 2025.
Have a look at some of the best options for renting a car in Southampton we've found at this time. Be sure to check back often to find alternative deals on van rentals.
Toyota NoahHK$477/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Noah
Toyota NoahHK$508/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Noah
Toyota NoahHK$563/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Noah

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 21 February 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Southampton. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (HK$26+).

Electric

Electric

HK$26+

Hybrid

Hybrid

HK$39+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

HK$30+

Travelling to a place near Southampton?

Hire a car at Southampton if you plan to visit one of these locations
Winchester
Royal Tunbridge Wells
Borehamwood
Hounslow
Slough
Buckingham
Richmond
Wembley
Brighton
Guildford
Maidstone
Reading
Enfield
Luton
Croydon
Gatwick
Newmarket
Southall

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