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Cheap Car Hire in Reading from $41

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a car hire in Reading with a pick-up date of 10/6 and drop-off date of 26/6. 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.
Reading, England, United Kingdom
3 May — 10 May
Driver's age: 26-65
Reading, England, United Kingdom
Fri 3/5
Noon
Fri 10/5
Noon

Reading car hires in 2024

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 26 April 2024.

Most popular company

EUROPCAR

Price of petrol per litre

$2.84

Average price per day

$68

Cheapest price per day

$41

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Reading?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Reading 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 26 April 2024.

January

$39

February

$39

March

$58

April

$58

May

$78

June

$74

July

$76

August

$68

September

$58

October

$48

November

$44

December

$65

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Reading is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is May. 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 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 26 April 2024.

In Reading, there are 19 active hire locations from 13 car hire companies. small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Reading in the past week - currently priced from $49/day. View deals for 3 car types available to hire in this destination:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

People mover

People mover

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Compact estate car

Compact estate car

Compare available car types for hire in Reading

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Reading to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 26 April 2024.

Small cars

$24 - $142

All Car Types

$24 - $118

To hire a small car in Reading, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of $71/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Reading, the United Kingdom (~$24/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is November (~$142/day). In fact, February is about 67% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Reading. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Reading, hiring a small car saves you 11% 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 Reading small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Reading, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of $64/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Reading, the United Kingdom (~$57/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~$122/day). In fact, December is about 11% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Reading. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Reading, hiring a medium car saves you 19% 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 Reading medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Reading, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of $85/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Reading, the United Kingdom (~$58/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~$313/day). In fact, June is about 32% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Reading. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Reading, hiring a large car is 8% more expensive. 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.

To hire a SUV in Reading, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of $75/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Reading, the United Kingdom (~$45/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~$150/day). In fact, December is about 40% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Reading. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Reading, hiring a SUV saves you 6% 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 Reading SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Toyota Yaris Cross$49/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris Cross
Kia Picanto$51/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Toyota Yaris$64/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris

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 26 April 2024.
Book your reservation with one of the top car hire agencies located in Reading, including Sixt, National and keddy by Europcar. Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in Reading, including Sixt, National and keddy by Europcar.

Sixt

10.0
Wonderful
3 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

National

1 location

keddy by Europcar

1 location

Avis

1 location

Budget

7.5
Good
1 review1 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

Hertz

6.4
Okay
1 review3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.4

Comfort

6.4

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.4

Europcar

2.0
Poor
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

2.0

Comfort

2.0

Overall

2.0

Pick-up/drop-off

2.0

Value

2.0

Best Reading car hire deals found

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 $118. Data was last updated on 26 April 2024.
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.
Toyota Yaris Cross$49/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris Cross
Kia Picanto$51/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Toyota Yaris$64/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Reading, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 26 April 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Reading?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $68/day when booking a car hire in Reading. The absolute best deal a user found was for $43/day from SURPRICE CAR RENTAL , booked on Apr. 21.

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Sixt (10.0 rating), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (7.3 rating) and Europcar (2.0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Reading.

  • What are petrol prices like in Reading?

    The average price of petrol in Reading is $2.84/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $127 and $184 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Europcar offers hire cars in Reading for about $509 per week on average.

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

    Booking early almost always ensures you have more options of car models to choose from, as well as prices reduced by up to 73% to make it a great deal in Reading. Try to book at least 64 days prior to when you need the car hire to close on a rate below the 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 $2,182 ($73/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 $49. Hiring a Compact is your cheapest option if you’re looking to save money on your weekend car hire in Reading. For the month of May, Cheapflights users have found hire cars in Reading for as low as $62/day.

  • What car do most people hire in Reading?

    The majority of Cheapflights travellers prefer to hire a Mini (Class Mini Car) in Reading, making it the most popular option.

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Small car hires in Reading

Find small car hire deals in Reading from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car hires in Reading cost an average of $66 per day. Price data was last updated on 26 April 2024.
Nissan March$41/day
2
M
Nissan March
Nissan March$41/day
2
M
Nissan March
Nissan Micra$48/day
2
M
A/C
Nissan Micra

Van hires in Reading

Find van hire deals in Reading from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. van hires in Reading cost an average of $256 per day. Price data was last updated on 26 April 2024.
Check out some of the best options we've found on van hires in Reading. Be sure to check back often to find alternative deals on van hires.
Toyota HiAce$105/day
5
M
Toyota HiAce
Toyota HiAce$134/day
5
M
Toyota HiAce
Toyota HiAce$281/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota HiAce

Car hires by fuel type in Reading

Browse car hires by fuel type in Reading. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Reading. Deals were last updated on 26 April 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Reading. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest ($29+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

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