Some Coventry car providers already include Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) and Theft Protection Waiver into the hire price but not all of them. We recommend always be aware of your coverage when hiring a car in Coventry.
Keep in mind that car rental insurances often have a deductible clause, which is the amount you’ll have to pay if something happens during the time of your rental. If you want to avoid unwanted surprises, you should consider adding a no-deductible option to your Coventry car rental.
Do you want to visit the Coventry Transport Museum and the famous Coventry Cathedral, but also the many golf courses and nature parks dotted around the city? With a hire car, there are no limits to your travel itinerary, allowing you the freedom to explore everything this beautiful city has in store.
The closest international airport to Coventry is Birmingham International Airport, which is 11 miles from the city and only a 20-minute drive away. Travelers can get a car directly from a range of agencies offering hire cars on site and continue their way to Coventry hassle-free and in comfort. Head to the arrivals hall, where internationally renowned agencies like Avis, Enterprise, and Hertz are situated.
Consider renting a GPS system with your hire car for your time in Coventry if you are not used to driving on the left side of the road. In the beginning it can be confusing, but with extra attention to the road and a GPS system, drivers should face no problems. The biggest challenges are with roundabouts and intersections – remember to enter the former clockwise and to venture into the latter extra attentively.
Rush hour usually hits Coventry on weekdays around 7-9 am and in the evenings from 5 to 7 pm. A4053 is the ring around the city and is most affected during these peak times, so try to avoid it if possible. Even though England does not get too much snow in the winter, due to freezing rain and sleet, the roads can become slippery during the cold months and extra attention and caution are required.
25% of our users found a car hire in Coventry for £49 or less
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Compact car hires in Coventry are around 62% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about car rentals in Coventry
Some car hire companies in Coventry which have updated their car rental health and safety policies due to COVID-19 to make sure vehicles are clean and disinfected include Europcar, Enterprise and Alamo
On average a hire car in Coventry costs £62 per day.
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest car hires were found at Hertz (£35/day), Europcar (£47/day) and Enterprise (£69/day). In the last 72 hours the cheapest hire car price was found at Hertz 172 Lockhurst Lane CV6 5NY (2 miles from the city centre).
The average price of fuel in Coventry is £6.97 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between £84 and £111, depending on the car size.
Compact (Hyundai i30 or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Coventry.
Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.
A Compact car hire in Coventry costs £38 per day, on average.
A Full-size car hire in Coventry costs £43 per day, on average.
A Economy car hire in Coventry costs £79 per day, on average.
In Coventry, cars are most frequently hired at Europcar Hearsall Lane (1 miles from city centre).
On average a car hire in Coventry costs £434 per week (£62 per day).
On average a car hire in Coventry costs £1,860 per month (£62 per day).
Most car hire providers in Coventry offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car hire in Coventry, check out KAYAK's car hire insurance guide.
Coventry has a very old center with narrow streets and with a smaller car it becomes easier to navigate through them. As drivers drive on the left side, stick shifts can be confusing as they would be handled with the left hand. An automatic car can therefore make matters less puzzling, allowing you to simply focus on the road.
30 mph is the maximum speed limit in the city, although it is only 20 mph in specific places, such as close to schools or highly pedestrianized areas. When leaving the city, cars can speed up to 60 mph, even 70 mph on some roads, and freeways permit up to 70 mph. Always bear the British weather in mind and adjust your speed when there is heavy rainfall or wet leaves on the road.
On-street parking time limits range from 2 to 4 hours in Coventry, and it is best to check the designated sign for details. Time restrictions apply between 8 am and 6 pm and rates are around £1 ($1.27) per hour. There are also various parking lots, for example on Belgrade Plaza or Cox Street, which also cost around £1 per hour and are centrally located.