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Cheap Car Hire in Oxford 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 Oxford with a pick-up date of 8/1 and drop-off date of 16/1. 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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Oxford car hires in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Oxford. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 17 December 2024.

Most popular company

ENTERPRISE

Price of gas per litre

£1.38

Average price per day

£40

Cheapest price per day

£20

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Oxford?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Oxford 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 17 December 2024.

January

£36

February

£33

March

£39

April

£39

May

£45

June

£46

July

£48

August

£46

September

£45

October

£45

November

£34

December

£39

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Oxford is February. 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.

Popular car types in Oxford

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Oxford and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 17 December 2024.

There are 15 hire agencies servicing Oxford. These agencies, altogether, have 24 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Oxford with prices from £22 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 4 car types you can hire in Oxford:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

People carrier

People carrier

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Mini

Mini

Passenger van

Passenger van

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Compare available car types for hire in Oxford

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Oxford to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 17 December 2024.

Small cars

£30 - £48

All Car Types

£47 - £68

To hire a small car in Oxford, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of £38/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Oxford, the United Kingdom (~£30/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~£48/day). In fact, November is about 22% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Oxford. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Oxford, hiring a small car saves you 37% 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. Here are the best Oxford small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Oxford, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of £61/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Oxford, the United Kingdom (~£50/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~£78/day). In fact, February is about 20% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Oxford. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Oxford, hiring a medium car is 4% more expensive. 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. Here are the best Oxford medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Oxford, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of £77/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Oxford, the United Kingdom (~£48/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~£100/day). In fact, November is about 38% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Oxford. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Oxford, hiring a large car is 23% more expensive. 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 Oxford, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of £62/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Oxford, the United Kingdom (~£44/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~£80/day). In fact, February is about 30% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Oxford. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Oxford, hiring a SUV is 4% more expensive. 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. Here are the best Oxford SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in Oxford, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of £109/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a van in Oxford, the United Kingdom (~£81/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~£163/day). In fact, April is about 27% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Oxford. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Oxford, hiring a van is 46% more expensive. 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. Here are the best Oxford van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a luxury car in Oxford, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of £100/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in Oxford, the United Kingdom (~£82/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~£115/day). In fact, May is about 18% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car hire for Oxford. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Oxford, hiring a luxury car is 40% more expensive. 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 convertible in Oxford, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of £74/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a convertible in Oxford, the United Kingdom (~£23/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~£199/day). In fact, December is about 70% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a convertible hire for Oxford. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Oxford, hiring a convertible is 20% more expensive. 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.

Ford Focus£22/day
4
M
A/C
Ford Focus
Hyundai i10£22/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai i10
Toyota Aygo£23/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Aygo

Top hire agencies in Oxford

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Oxford known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Oxford. Reviews were last updated on 17 December 2024.
Hire a car with one of the top providers serving the Oxford area such as Alamo, National and Hertz. Reviews, pricing info, pickup locations, and other important details are available to aid your decision.

Alamo

10.0
Wonderful
4 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.7

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

9.4

National

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

9.5

Overall

9.5

Pick-up/drop-off

9.5

Value

8.4

Hertz

9.2
Wonderful
3 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

9.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

9.2

keddy by Europcar

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

8.0

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.6
Good
10 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

7.4

Budget

1 location

Dollar

1 location

Europcar

5.5
Fair
3 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

5.5

Overall

5.5

Pick-up/drop-off

5.5

Value

3.5

Best Oxford car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Oxford. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Oxford with an average daily rate of £37. Data was last updated on 17 December 2024.
Check out some of the very best car hire deals we've found in Oxford. Double check the details of your car hire reservation before booking to ensure no unwanted surprises.
Ford Focus£22/day
4
M
A/C
Ford Focus
Hyundai i10£22/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai i10
Toyota Aygo£23/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Aygo

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Oxford, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 17 December 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Oxford?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under £40/day when booking a car hire in Oxford. The absolute best deal a user found was for £20/day from Turo, booked on Dec. 8.

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Oxford?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (10.0 rating), Hertz (9.2 rating) and keddy by Europcar (8.0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Oxford.

  • What are petrol prices like in Oxford?

    The average price of petrol in Oxford is £1.38/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between £62 and £89 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Oxford for a week from Europcar?

    Hiring a car in Oxford for a week can be a great option for travel. Europcar, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around £253/week on average.

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

    Booking early can save you upwards of 50% on your car hire. Booking your vehicle at least 7 days in advance can you get you a great below-average price in Oxford.

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

    Typically, how long you can hire a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Oxford however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Oxford for a month?

    Our recent data shows that Turo can potentially be 59% below the average car hire price in Oxford. Check prices and availability for Turo and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in Oxford is on average £1,086 a month or £36 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your Oxford car hire.

  • How much is a car hire in Oxford for a weekend?

    It costs £52 for a weekend car hire in Oxford, on average. The cheapest type of car hire you can book on any given weekend is the Compact as prices are generally lower for these hire types due to demand and availability. If you’re planning to book a hire car in Oxford in January, prices are £41 per day on average.

  • What car do most people hire in Oxford?

    Renault Twingo, which is a Mini vehicle, is the most popular to hire at Oxford according to Cheapflights users.

Small car hires in Oxford

Find small car hire deals in Oxford from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car hires in Oxford cost an average of £27 per day. Price data was last updated on 17 December 2024.
Toyota Aygo£20/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Aygo
Chevrolet Spark£20/day
2
M
A/C
Chevrolet Spark
Chevrolet Spark£20/day
2
M
A/C
Chevrolet Spark

Car hires by fuel type in Oxford

Browse car hires by fuel type in Oxford. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Oxford. Deals were last updated on 17 December 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Oxford. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (£29+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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