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Cheap SUV Hire in Southampton
Top Tips for Hiring an SUV in Southampton
- Southampton is a major UK port and a premier destination for summer travel, with a full complement of public transport networks. They are all nevertheless, limited by schedules and timetables which can often impede your travel plans. With Southampton SUV hire, you get 4X4 capability to navigate the terrain at New Forest Wildlife Park and cruise control for the highways in-between whenever you want. The park is around 7 miles south of Central Southampton via the A33, with a vintage car museum and plenty of trails. The historic port of Portsmouth meanwhile is located only 20 miles away if you take the M27.
- Southampton-Eastleigh Airport is less than 5 miles from the city centre so getting there is a breeze in a Southampton SUV hire. Southampton-Eastleigh has a car hire centre staffed by several of the major providers including SIXT, Europcar and National who can have a Nissan X-Trail or Audi A3 standing by when your flight arrives. Their offices are just outside the Arrivals exit, opposite the Baggage Reclaim Area for your convenience, but you must be at least 21 years of age to get the keys. Additionally, they will add charges to any driver under 25 years old.
- Have your valid passport, ID and valid domestic driver’s license handy and bring along your International Driving Permit (IDP) if it’s in date. Although most customers arrange payment using a major credit card, many of the big agencies also allow the use of bank debit cards to give you additional flexibility. Whichever card you choose, be sure the name is identical to your license to avoid any inconvenience or delay.
- You should drive your SUV hire on the left-side of the road and perform a seatbelt check as well as connect your hands-free mobile before getting on your way. CCTV cameras are ever-present in Southampton so keep to the speed limits whenever possible. Observe speeds of about 50 km/h (30 mph) in built-up areas of the city and about 90 km/h (60 mph) in all other areas unless otherwise indicated. Along major roads like dual carriageways and motorways, the maximum speed is 120 km/h 70 mph). Driving under the influence is strictly forbidden. In cases of emergency dial 999.
- 25% of our users found an SUV hire in Southampton for $142 or less
- Book your SUV hire in Southampton at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- February is typically the cheapest month to hire an SUV in Southampton, with prices around $61 per day. The most expensive month is June, with average prices of $114 per day.
FAQs About Hiring an SUV in Southampton
Are there any difficulties driving a SUV hire in Southampton?
The M27 traverses the northern outskirts of Southampton and is the primary artery for inbound & outbound traffic. The interchange with the M271 affects traffic patterns in the western sections and experiences some congestion weekday mornings between 7am-8am and evenings from 7pm-8:30pm. The port area of Southampton is always extremely busy, especially in the afternoons from 1pm-4pm, and you can expect high increases in overall traffic in this area during the hectic summer months. Be mindful of pedestrians and cycle traffic around Southampton Common and Charlotte Place Roundabout as you travel.
What are the best locations to pick-up a Southampton SUV hire?
If you’re not entering the city by air, there are still a couple of excellent locations to pick-up a Southampton SUV hire. Southampton Central Station is a vital intercity transit point and a few major providers like National, Enterprise and Hertz have offices a few steps away. Queen Elizabeth Cruise Terminal Southampton is one of the busiest in UK and another great location to pick-up a vehicle. Virtually all of the major providers including Alamo, Thrifty and SIXT have locations in the area for easy reservations.
What are the best places to park a Southampton SUV hire?
Free on-street parking is possible in Southampton, but very difficult to find in the city centre. Your best bet is Pay & Display metered parking on the street or at one of the many garages around the city using cash, card or mobile app like PayByPhone. City parking is free Monday-Saturday: 8am-8pm and Sundays-Holidays: 6pm-1pm.
How does KAYAK find such low SUV hire prices?
KAYAK compares SUV hire prices from all major car hire companies such as Thrifty, Dollar, Enterprise, Hertz, Payless and more to find you the best deal.
How much does an SUV hire cost in Southampton?
On average an SUV hire in Southampton costs $142 per day.
Which car hire companies in Southampton hire SUVs?
Car hire companies in Southampton that hire SUVs include Avis.
How much does it cost to hire an SUV for a week in Southampton?
On average an SUV in Southampton costs $997 per week ($142 per day) to hire.
How much does it cost to hire an SUV long term for a month in Southampton?
On average an SUV in Southampton costs $4,275 per month ($997 per week) to hire.
Southampton SUV Hire Company Reviews All ratings and reviews are collected from KAYAK users with a verified car hire booking. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
8.6
Very Good
Read 3 reviewsCleanliness
9.6
Comfort
8.6
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.6
Value for money
8.0
4 locations in Southampton
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2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Aug 2024
Passenger van
National
7.9
Good
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
7.9
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.3
Value for money
8.6
3 locations in Southampton
Sixt
7.6
Good
Read 3 reviewsCleanliness
8.4
Comfort
8.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.4
Value for money
6.8
2 locations in Southampton
Budget
7.5
Good
Read 1 reviewCleanliness
7.5
Comfort
7.5
Pick-up/Drop-off
9.5
Value for money
7.5
2 locations in Southampton
Avis
6.6
Okay
Read 2 reviewsCleanliness
6.6
Comfort
6.6
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.6
Value for money
6.0
One location in Southampton
Europcar
6.4
Okay
Read 5 reviewsCleanliness
6.0
Comfort
6.8
Pick-up/Drop-off
5.2
Value for money
6.4
2 locations in Southampton
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8.0 Very Good
David Adrian, May 2024
Compact SUV
8.0 Very Good
Anonymous, Apr 2024
Compact
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Apr 2024
Standard SUV
8.0 Very Good
Anonymous, Oct 2023
Compact
4 locations in Southampton
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Southampton Int'l Airport
+44 843 309 3069
West Quay Ind Estate
+44 843 309 3070
West Quay Road
+44 843 309 3070
West Quay Road
+44 843 309 3070
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W Quay Road
+44 843 309 3070
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Car Rental Building
8713843418
Herbert Walker Avenue
+44 371 384 5983
Unit J, West Quay Road
+44 371 384 5983
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Enterprise Rent A Car
+44 23 8077 7555
Enterprise Rent A Car
+44 23 8065 3700
Western Esplanade
+44 23 8024 8190
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Unit G Woodside Trade Centre Parham Drive
+44 23 8001 6158
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Southampton Airport
+44 238 001 6158
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204 Millbrook Rd E
+44 844 499 3399
Car Rental Building Southampton Int.airport, Wide Lane
+44 207 018 8246
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Britannia Road
+44 23 8033 1144
Portsmouth Road
+44 23 8044 9232
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Car Rental Centre
+44 371 384 3418
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Car Rental Building Southampton Int.airport, Wide Lane
+44 148 987 8229
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Southampton airport
080 0170 1331
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Floating Bridge Rd
+44 23 8063 8437
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Toyota Snows Southampton
+44 1494 769810
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Good to know
Most popular agency | Avis |
|---|---|
Average price | $142/day |
Good deal | $142/day |
When to book an SUV rental car in Southampton
Other SUV hire types in Southampton
Compact SUV rental deals in Southampton
Standard SUV rental deals in Southampton
Everything you need to know for your suv hire in Southampton
Car rental at airports serving Southampton
Southampton SUV Hire Information
| Pick-up location | Southampton |
|---|---|
| Car types | Compact SUV, Full-size SUV, Intermediate SUV |
| Hire locations | 8 |
| Airport locations | 4 |
| Popular agencies | Europcar, Sixt, National, Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car |