Small car hire in London

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

Popular Small cars for hire

Kia Picanto
Vauxhall Corsa
Volkswagen Up!
Citroen C3
Toyota Aygo
Opel Corsa
Fiat 500
Peugeot 208
Volkswagen Polo
Kia Picanto
Vauxhall Corsa
Volkswagen Up!
Citroen C3
Toyota Aygo
Opel Corsa
Fiat 500
Peugeot 208
Volkswagen Polo
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The most popular Small car rental companies in London

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There are 23 Small car hire providers in London. Check out the map below to find the most convenient pick-up spot.

Small car hire in London at a glance

Most popular Small car hire companyGreen Motion
Average daily price91 € per day
Cheapest daily price18 €
Best time to book3 weeks before
Number of locations283
Cheapest monthJuly, 30 € per day
Most expensive monthDecember, 93 € per day

How to find the right Small car hire in London

Get a cheap Small car hire deal

To find the cheapest Small 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 Small 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 Small car hire in London

Enter your dates to find long-term deals for Small car rental in London. Keep in mind that if you need Small 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.

Small car hire for a day or weekend

Looking for a short-term Small 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 Small car hire

Only need your Small 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 Small 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 Small car

Want the ease of an automatic Small 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 Small car hire in London

If you're under 25 years old and are looking for Small 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.

Small car hire FAQs

The average price for Small car rental in London is 91 € per day or 165 € for a week. The cheapest prices we could find are 18 € per day and 79 € for a week.
Start by searching! You'll see nearby pick-up options and available Small 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 Small 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 Small 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 Small 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 Small 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 Small 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 Small car with Green Motion in London. You just need to check they have this type of vehicle available during your trip. Search today.
Small cars will seat between 2 and 7 people.