Compact car hire in London

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Compact car hire: what to expect
Compact Cars are the best rental option for budget-friendly travel that doesn’t compromise on comfort. These models can be a two-door, four-door, hatchback, or sports coupe. They carry up to 5 passengers and around 6 bags, and are perfect for city driving.

Popular Compact cars for hire

Renault Captur
Ford Focus
SEAT Leon
Nissan Juke
Kia Seltos
MG ZS
Volkswagen Golf
Kia Ceed
Peugeot 2008
Renault Captur
Ford Focus
SEAT Leon
Nissan Juke
Kia Seltos
MG ZS
Volkswagen Golf
Kia Ceed
Peugeot 2008
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The most popular Compact car rental companies in London

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There are 20 Compact car hire providers in London. Check out the map below to find the most convenient pick-up spot.

Compact car hire in London at a glance

Most popular Compact car hire companyGreen Motion
Average daily price£165 per day
Cheapest daily price£1
Best time to book2 weeks before
Number of locations222
Cheapest monthJune, £27 per day
Most expensive monthApril, £34 per day

How to find the right Compact car hire in London

Get a cheap Compact car hire deal

To find the cheapest Compact car hire deal, you may need to play around a little with your pick-up location. Where you hit the road from can make a big difference. Prices can vary depending on demand, location and travel dates, so it's worth comparing options on Skyscanner to find a deal that fits your budget.

Find the right pick-up location

Not sure where in London to rent Compact cars? Pick-up locations can vary depending on where and when you're travelling. If you're flying in, hiring from the airport can be a handy option. The most popular location for car hire in London is London City Airport.

Long-term Compact car hire in London

Enter your dates to find long-term deals for Compact car rental in London. Keep in mind that if you need Compact car hire for more than three weeks, it could be cheaper to opt for a whole month. Play around with dates to make sure you get your money's worth.

Compact car hire for a day or weekend

Looking for a short-term Compact car rental in London? Whether you're looking to hire a car for the weekend or just for the day, you can find a great price with Skyscanner. Simply enter your pick-up location, dates and timings to see what's available.

Hourly Compact car hire

Only need your Compact car for an hour or two in London? No problem. You can quickly search for a short rental slot with Skyscanner. Enter your chosen date plus pick-up and drop-off times to check availability.

Unlimited mileage

If you know you're going to rack up the miles when you rent your Compact car, it can really pay to pick a deal with unlimited mileage. This means no annoying limits on the number of miles you can cover during your trip. And no pesky charges for going over a certain distance. Just be sure to tick 'Unlimited Mileage' under 'Policies' when you search.

Go for an automatic Compact car

Want the ease of an automatic Compact car while in London? Take the stress of changing gears out of your road trip with Skyscanner. Just filter for automatic options by selecting 'Automatic' under 'Transmission'.

Under 25 Compact car hire in London

If you're under 25 years old and are looking for Compact car hire in London, we've got you. Simply un-tick 'Driver aged between 25 - 75' and enter your age before you start your search. Keep in mind that some companies will apply extra charges and restrictions so keep an eye out for this on the booking site.

Compact car rental companies in London

Compact car hire FAQs

The average price for Compact car rental in London is £165 per day or £253 for a week. The cheapest prices we could find are £1 per day and £97 for a week.
Start by searching! You'll see nearby pick-up options and available Compact car hire companies. It looks like Green Motion is currently the most popular car hire company in London.
No, you won't need any special type of driving licence for Compact car hire.
When you're renting any type of car, the cost of the hire includes the specific insurance you'll need. So no, you won't be renting the Compact car on your own existing insurance policy.
It depends on the rental company you go with, but you'll probably have to provide a valid driving licence, ID and passport for Compact car hire in London. After you've found the right deal and made your booking, you can easily get in touch with the rental company to check.
You usually need to be at least 21 years old for Compact car hire. If you're under 25 or over 75, rental companies may apply extra charges and restrictions.
You should be fine to pick up your Compact car in one location in London and drop it off in another. Just enter your pick-up and drop-off points when you search to check availability.
Yes, you can rent your Compact car with Green Motion in London. You just need to check they have this type of vehicle available during your trip. Search today.
Compact cars will seat between 2 and 5 people.