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Cheap Car Rentals in Southampton from ₹ 3,415

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 12/5 and drop-off date of 24/5. 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 3 April 2025.

January

₹ 3,164

February

₹ 3,506

March

₹ 3,506

April

₹ 3,934

May

₹ 4,704

June

₹ 4,789

July

₹ 5,131

August

₹ 4,533

September

₹ 4,191

October

₹ 3,848

November

₹ 3,335

December

₹ 4,362

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 3 April 2025.

In Southampton, there are 43 active hire locations from 23 car hire companies. small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Southampton in the past week - currently priced from ₹ 3,415/day. View deals for 4 car types available to hire in this destination:

Economy

Economy

₹ 3,432+

Compact

Compact

₹ 3,415+

Minivan

Minivan

₹ 7,705+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

₹ 7,986+

Mini

Mini

₹ 3,336+

Premium

Premium

₹ 6,162+

Luxury

Luxury

₹ 6,303+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

₹ 3,479+

Compare available car types for rental in Southampton

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental 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 3 April 2025.

Small cars

₹ 2,460 - ₹ 4,853

All Car Types

₹ 2,460 - ₹ 14,540

To hire a small car in Southampton, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of ₹ 1,816/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Southampton, the United Kingdom (~₹ 2,460/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~₹ 4,853/day). In fact, April is about 35% 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 63% 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:

Hyundai i20₹ 3,415/day
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Hyundai i20
Ford Ka₹ 3,432/day
2
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A/C
Ford Ka

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 3 April 2025.
Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Southampton, including Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Alamo and National in Southampton. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.

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

Dollar

1 location

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 ₹ 4,768. Data was last updated on 3 April 2025.
These are the best deals we've found on rental cars in Southampton. Check back soon for more deals if you're not finding the one you're looking for.
Hyundai i20₹ 3,415/day
4
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A/C
Hyundai i20
Ford Ka₹ 3,432/day
2
M
A/C
Ford Ka
Ford EcoSport₹ 3,479/day
4
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A/C
Ford EcoSport

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Southampton, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 3 April 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: Alamo (₹ 3,336/day), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (₹ 4,216/day), and Sixt (₹ 5,968/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 ₹ 149/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between ₹ 6,697 and ₹ 9,674 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Enterprise Rent-A-Car offers hire cars in Southampton for about ₹ 33,259 per week on average.

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

    Booking your car hire early can save you up to 61%. Aim to book your car hire at least 7 days in advance to take advantage of a below average price in Southampton.

  • 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?

    ₹ 0 is, on average, how much a car hire costs for the weekend in Southampton. To save money, consider booking a Mini car hire, which is the cheapest car during the weekend. If you are looking for a car hire in May, we’ve seen prices on Cheapflights for as low as ₹ 4,853 per day.

  • What car do most people hire in Southampton?

    Nissan Qashqai, which is a Intermediate vehicle, is the most popular to hire at Southampton according to Cheapflights users.

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 rentals in Southampton cost an average of ₹ 5,673 per day. Price data was last updated on 3 April 2025.
Hyundai i10₹ 5,648/day
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A/C
Hyundai i10
Hyundai i10₹ 5,699/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai i10

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 rentals in Southampton cost an average of ₹ 8,988 per day. Price data was last updated on 3 April 2025.
Some of the best deals we've found on upscale car rentals in Southampton. Double check the dates, pricing, and other key information of your reservation to make sure they're correct before proceeding.
Mercedes-Benz S-Class₹ 6,303/day
5
4
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz S-Class
Honda City₹ 7,460/day
5
M
A/C
Honda City
Mercedes-Benz S-Class₹ 7,645/day
5
4
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz S-Class

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 3 April 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 (₹ 55+).

Electric

Electric

₹ 55+

Hybrid

Hybrid

₹ 73+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

₹ 70+

Travelling to a place near Southampton?

Rent a car at Southampton if you plan to visit one of these locations
Hounslow
Hayes
Eastbourne
Slough
Redhill
Dagenham
Sutton
Harrow
Ilford
Canterbury
Crawley
Gatwick
Richmond
Weybridge
Southall
Wembley

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