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Cheap Car Hire in Reading from $35

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 31/3 and drop-off date of 11/4. 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 16 January 2025.

Most popular company

ENTERPRISE

Price of petrol per litre

$2.81

Average price per day

$89

Cheapest price per day

$35

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 16 January 2025.

January

$40

February

$41

March

$61

April

$56

May

$75

June

$67

July

$80

August

$75

September

$61

October

$54

November

$46

December

$80

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Reading 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.

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 16 January 2025.

Small cars

$19 - $86

All Car Types

$19 - $128

To hire a small car in Reading, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of $57/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Reading, the United Kingdom (~$19/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is November (~$86/day). In fact, January is about 68% 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 27% 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.

To hire a medium car in Reading, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of $61/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Reading, the United Kingdom (~$52/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$127/day). In fact, May is about 17% 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 22% 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.

To hire a SUV in Reading, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of $67/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Reading, the United Kingdom (~$35/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$156/day). In fact, October is about 49% 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 14% 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.

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 16 January 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

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

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Reading, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 16 January 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Reading?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $89/day when booking a car hire in Reading. The absolute best deal a user found was for $36/day from Enterprise Rent-A-Car, booked on Jan. 12.

  • 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 $2.81/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $126 and $182 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Enterprise Rent-A-Car offers hire cars in Reading for about $626 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 79% to make it a great deal in Reading. Try to book at least 75 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 $2,681 ($89/day) on average.

  • What car do most people hire in Reading?

    The majority of Cheapflights travellers prefer to hire a Economy (Vauxhall Corsa) in Reading, making it the most popular option.

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 $55 per day. Price data was last updated on 16 January 2025.
Nissan Micra$35/day
2
M
A/C
Nissan Micra
Nissan Micra$76/day
2
M
Nissan Micra

Luxury car hires in Reading

Find luxury car hire deals in Reading from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car hires in Reading cost an average of $120 per day. Price data was last updated on 16 January 2025.
Reserve a luxury car hire in Reading by selecting one of these great deals available. Before completing your reservation, make sure the deal you've selected matches your car hire needs and budget.
Mercedes-Benz E-Class$96/day
5
M
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Mercedes-Benz E-Class$113/day
5
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Mercedes-Benz E-Class$132/day
5
M
Mercedes-Benz E-Class

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 $155 per day. Price data was last updated on 16 January 2025.
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$150/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota HiAce
Toyota HiAce$160/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota HiAce

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 16 January 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 ($28+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Travelling to a place near Reading?

Hire a car at Reading if you plan to visit one of these locations
Gatwick
Hounslow
Reading
Southall
Chatham
Dover
Dorking
Canterbury
Andover
Hayes
Horley

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