Cheap Car Hire in Reading from £20
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 24/6 and drop-off date of 27/6. 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 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 | GREENMOTION |
|---|---|
Price of gas per litre | £1.31 |
Average price per day | £41 |
Cheapest price per day | £20 |
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.
small car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Reading this past week from 21 hire locations out of 14 hire agencies. Prices for a Reading small car hire start from £20/day. Check out available deals for 5 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:
Economy
£20+
Compact
£21+
Intermediate
£28+
People carrier
£82+
Mini
£20+
Luxury
£59+
Compact SUV
£23+
Intermediate SUV
£27+
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:
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Here are the best Reading luxury car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
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 £34. Data was last updated on 13 June 2025.
The best offers we've found on car hires in the Reading area. Make sure to check back soon if you're not finding what you're looking for, as deals are updated frequently.
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?
For the best savings on car hire in Reading, make your reservation 75 days before pickup. The average price then is just £22/day – about 45% less than the yearly average.
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 £14.94/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is keddy by Europcar, with rates starting at £16.03/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?
At Reading, the best time to hire a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just £18. Conversely, May is the priciest month, averaging £39 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Reading, the best time to hire a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just £18. Conversely, May is the priciest month, averaging £39 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.
January
£18
February
£24
March
£24
April
£38
May
£39
June
£31
July
£38
August
£35
September
£27
October
£25
November
£21
December
£37
What car do most people hire in Reading?
Compact cars (Volkswagen Golf, for example) are the most popular in Reading. Standard (Volkswagen Passat) and SUV (Kia Sportage) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Reading.
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.
Hire a car with one of the top providers serving the Reading area such as Sixt, National and Avis. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a car hire agency.
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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 £41/day when booking a car hire in Reading. The absolute best deal a user found was for £18/day from GREEN MOTION , booked on Jun. 8.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Reading for a week from GREEN MOTION ?
Hiring a car in Reading for a week can be a great option for travel. GREEN MOTION , the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around £240/week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Reading?
Typically, how long you can hire a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Reading however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Reading for a month?
Generally, a month-long car rental in Reading can be found for about £1,028, with the average price for a rental being around £34 a day. Book with GREEN MOTION , to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 66% less compared to the average price of car rentals in Reading.
How much is a car hire in Reading for a weekend?
£50 is, on average, how much a car hire costs for the weekend in Reading. To save money, consider booking a Mini car hire, which is the cheapest car during the weekend. If you are looking for a car hire in July, we’ve seen prices on Cheapflights for as low as £47 per 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 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (£34+).
Electric
£34+
Hybrid
£40+
Petrol/Diesel
£90+