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Cheap Car Rentals in Southampton from $52
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 6/10 and drop-off date of 13/10. 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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Popular car types in Southampton
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Southampton and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 1 October 2025.
small car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Southampton this past week from 43 hire locations out of 23 hire agencies. Prices for a Southampton small car hire start from $52/day. Check out available deals for 4 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:
Economy
$52+
Compact
$55+
Mini
$57+
Premium
$122+
Luxury
$156+
Compact SUV
$55+
Intermediate SUV
$62+
Luxury SUV
$164+
Compare car rental deals in Southampton by type
Here are the best Southampton small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Southampton SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Mazda Mazda2$52/day
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Toyota Prius c$55/day
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Holden Spark$57/day
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Best car rental deals found in Southampton
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Southampton. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Southampton with an average daily rate of $94. Data was last updated on 1 October 2025.
Mazda Mazda2$52/day
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Toyota Prius c$55/day
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Mitsubishi ASX$55/day
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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?
For the best savings on car rentals in Southampton, make your reservation 85 days before pickup. The average price then is just $66/day – about 30% less than the yearly average.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Southampton?
Looking to hire a car in Southampton? Alamo had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only $49.89/day. National also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at $55.29/day.
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). National (rated 7.9/10) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Southampton?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Southampton is January, when you can expect to pay $62/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Southampton is July ($112/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.
January
$62
February
$69
March
$69
April
$88
May
$105
June
$105
July
$112
August
$107
September
$90
October
$78
November
$64
December
$88
What car do most people hire in Southampton?
Compact cars (Ford Focus or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Southampton. Intermediate cars (Nissan Qashqai or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by SUV cars (Nissan Qashqai or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Southampton?
Both Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Hertz have 4 locations in Southampton, more than any other rental company in the area.
Top rental agencies in Southampton
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Southampton known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Southampton. Reviews were last updated on 1 October 2025.
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
3 reviews•4 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
8.6
Overall
8.6
Pick-up/drop-off
8.6
Value
8.0
National
3 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
7.9
Overall
7.9
Pick-up/drop-off
7.3
Value
8.6
Alamo
3 locations
Sixt
3 reviews•2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.4
Comfort
8.0
Overall
7.6
Pick-up/drop-off
8.4
Value
6.8
Budget
1 review•2 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
2 reviews•1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
6.6
Comfort
6.6
Overall
6.6
Pick-up/drop-off
6.6
Value
6.0
Hertz
2 reviews•4 locations
Overview
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 hires in Southampton, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 1 October 2025.
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 $349 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 is a car hire in Southampton for a weekend?
For a weekend car hire in Southampton, you can expect the average price to be around $0. Usually a Economy hire in Southampton is your cheapest weekend car hire option, though you should always check Cheapflights to see if there are other deals on alternative car hire types. If you do opt for hiring a Economy for November, it will cost approximately $0 per day.
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 1 October 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 ($33+).
Electric
$33+
Hybrid
$37+
Petrol/Diesel
$41+
Travelling to a place near Southampton?
Hire a car at Southampton if you plan to visit one of these locationsRoyal Tunbridge Wells
Stansted
High Wycombe
Slough
Maidstone
Ilford
Hounslow
Gatwick
Hayes
Bishop's Stortford