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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 21 January 2025.

January

R428

February

R484

March

R708

April

R652

May

R876

June

R783

July

R932

August

R876

September

R708

October

R633

November

R540

December

R932

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.

Top rental 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 21 January 2025.
Choose from the top car hire agencies available in Reading, including Sixt, National and Avis. Skim reviews, hire company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.

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 21 January 2025.
  • 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 R32,45/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R1 460 and R2 109 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Reading for the best price?

    Our data suggests that booking early can save you up to 79% on a hire car in Reading. Take advantage of below-average prices by booking at least 75 days prior to your desired date.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Reading?

    Yes, you can hire a car for a month in Reading check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

  • What car do most people hire in Reading?

    The most popular car to hire while in Reading is the Class Commercial Truck, which is a Standard vehicle.

Travelling to a place near Reading?

Hire a car at Reading if you plan to visit one of these locations
Reading
Croydon
Canterbury
Hayes
Horley
Hounslow
Southgate
Brentwood
Marlborough
Milton Keynes
Luton
Rochester
Dunstable
Borehamwood
Gatwick
Uxbridge
Wembley
Brighton
Dover
Slough

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