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Cheap Car Hire in Reading from $57

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 Reading with a pick-up date of 7/7 and drop-off date of 22/7. 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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Reading car hires in 2025

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

Most popular company

EUROPCAR

Price of petrol per litre

$2.74

Average price per day

$52

Cheapest price per day

$57

Popular car types in Reading

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Reading and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 13 June 2025.

In Reading, there are 21 active hire locations from 14 car hire companies. small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Reading in the past week - currently priced from $57/day. View deals for 5 car types available to hire in this destination:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

People mover

People mover

Mini

Mini

Luxury

Luxury

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Compare car hire deals in Reading by type

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

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

Here are the best Reading SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Skoda Fabia$57/day
2
M
A/C
Skoda Fabia
Skoda Rapid$59/day
4
M
A/C
Skoda Rapid
Suzuki Baleno$72/day
2
M
A/C
Suzuki Baleno

Best car hire deals found in Reading

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Reading. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Reading with an average daily rate of $119. Data was last updated on 13 June 2025.
The best prices on car hires in Reading we've found at this time. Double check the details of your car hire reservation before booking to ensure no unwanted surprises.
Skoda Fabia$57/day
2
M
A/C
Skoda Fabia
Skoda Rapid$59/day
4
M
A/C
Skoda Rapid
Hyundai Kona$63/day
5
2
5
M
A/C
Hyundai Kona

Cheapflights insights for Reading car hires

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

How far in advance should I hire a car in Reading?

Book your car hire in Reading 75 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around $46/day on average when booked 75 days ahead, which saves you 14% off the usual average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Reading?

In Reading, the most affordable car hire company right now is Europcar, offering prices from just $37.20/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Hertz, with rates starting at $45.51/day.

What is the best car rental company in Reading?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Reading is Sixt (rated 10.0/10). National (rated 8.5/10) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Reading?

Planning to hire a car in Reading? January is the cheapest month, costing about $37 per day. In contrast, May is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of $81. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

$37

February

$51

March

$49

April

$80

May

$81

June

$64

July

$78

August

$72

September

$57

October

$52

November

$45

December

$77

What car do most people hire in Reading?

The most popular types of cars to hire in Reading are the following: Compact cars (Vauxhall Astra or similar), Economy cars (Class Economy Car or similar), and SUV cars (Volkswagen Tiguan or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Reading?

Both Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Hertz have 3 locations in Reading, more than any other car hire company in the area.

Top hire agencies in Reading

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Reading known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Reading. Reviews were last updated on 13 June 2025.
Book your reservation with one of the top car hire agencies located in Reading, including Sixt, National and Avis. Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in Reading, including Sixt, National and Avis.

Sixt

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

National

1 location

Avis

1 location

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.3
Good
2 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.3

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

7.3

Budget

1 location

keddy by Europcar

1 location

Hertz

3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.4

Comfort

6.4

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.4

Dollar

1 location

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Reading, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 13 June 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Reading?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $52/day when booking a car hire in Reading. The absolute best deal a user found was for $40/day from Europcar, booked on Jun. 8.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Reading for a week from Europcar?

    Europcar offers hire cars in Reading for about $335 per week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Reading?

    The length of time you can book a car hire for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Reading it should be possible to hire a car for a whole month if needed.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Reading for a month?

    The monthly cost of a car hire in Reading is $1,438 ($48/day) on average.

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

    The average price for a weekend car hire in Reading is $0. Hiring a Economy is your cheapest option if you’re looking to save money on your weekend car hire in Reading. For the month of July, Cheapflights users have found hire cars in Reading for as low as $57/day.

Car hires by fuel type in Reading

Browse car hires by fuel type in Reading. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Reading. Deals were last updated on 13 June 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Reading. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest ($36+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

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