New Forest car hire

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Cheap car hire in New Forest

These are the best prices for 26 May - 2 Jun.
Vauxhall Corsa car
Vauxhall Corsa
or similar Small
2
2
4-5
£21/day
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Skoda Fabia car
Skoda Fabia
or similar Small
4
2
4-5
£22/day
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Peugeot 3008 car
Peugeot 3008
or similar Medium
5
3
4-5
£27/day
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Vauxhall Insignia car
Vauxhall Insignia
or similar Medium
5
3
4-5
£49/day
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Peugeot 5008 car
Peugeot 5008
or similar Van
5
3
4-5
£52/day
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Volvo XC60 car
Volvo XC60
or similar SUV
5
2
4-5
£38/day
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Toyota Aygo car
Toyota Aygo
or similar Small
2
2
2-3
£30/day
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Mercedes-Benz C-Class car
Mercedes-Benz C-Class
or similar Luxury
5
5
4-5
£42/day
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Ford Transit car
Ford Transit
or similar Van
5
3
4-5
£57/day
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Mercedes-Benz E-Class car
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
or similar Luxury
5
5
4-5
£54/day
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Audi Q3 car
Audi Q3
or similar SUV
5
5
4-5
£49/day
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Vauxhall Crossland car
Vauxhall Crossland
or similar SUV
4
2
4-5
£21/day
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Nissan Qashqai car
Nissan Qashqai
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
£26/day
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Vauxhall Insignia Sports Tourer car
Vauxhall Insignia Sports Tourer
or similar Medium
5
3
4-5
£38/day
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Opel Insignia Sports Tourer car
Opel Insignia Sports Tourer
or similar Medium
5
3
4-5
£46/day
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Booking Insights

KAYAK’s insights & trends for New Forest car hire

Check out the latest trends and booking tips to hire a car in New Forest with confidence.

How far in advance should you book car hire in New Forest?

You should book your car hire in New Forest around 61 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.

What is the most popular car to hire in New Forest?

Hires in the Small category (Volkswagen Golf or similar) are the most popular option in New Forest, costing £35/day on average. Some users have found deals as low as £24/day.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in New Forest?

The cheapest month to hire a car in New Forest is January at an average cost of £28/day. August is the most expensive month to hire a car in New Forest when prices are £59/day on average, which tends to be 86% above the yearly average hire price for New Forest.

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New Forest car rental price comparison by vehicle type

Find the right rental car in New Forest by comparing prices across vehicle types.

Small cars

£26 - £38

All Car Types

£42 - £66

How much does it cost to rent a small car in New Forest?

How much does it cost to rent a medium car in New Forest?

How much does it cost to rent a large car in New Forest?

How much does it cost to rent an SUV in New Forest?

How much does it cost to rent a van in New Forest?

How much does it cost to rent a luxury car in New Forest?

Small car rentals in New Forest typically cost around £32 per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average £26 per day which is about 19% less than the yearly average. Small cars are usually 39% cheaper than the average rental in New Forest, making them ideal for budget-conscious travelers.

Medium car rentals in New Forest typically cost around £50 per day. The best time to book is March, when prices average £39 per day which is about 24% less than the yearly average. Medium cars are usually 2% cheaper than the average rental in New Forest, offering a good balance of space and value.

Large car rentals in New Forest typically cost around £60 per day. The best time to book is March, when prices average £47 per day which is about 23% less than the yearly average. Large cars are typically 15% more expensive than the average rental in New Forest, but offers more comfort for longer trips.

SUV rentals in New Forest typically cost around £56 per day. The best time to book is April, when prices average £45 per day which is about 22% less than the yearly average. SUVs are typically 9% more expensive than the average rental in New Forest, but provide extra space and capability for groups or road trips.

Van rentals in New Forest typically cost around £75 per day. The best time to book is March, when prices average £59 per day which is about 23% less than the yearly average. Vans are typically 32% more expensive than the average rental in New Forest, but are the best choice for families or groups needing maximum passenger capacity.

Luxury car rentals in New Forest typically cost around £71 per day. The best time to book is March, when prices average £59 per day which is about 19% less than the yearly average. Luxury cars are typically 28% more expensive than the average rental in New Forest, but deliver premium comfort and style for special occasions.

Good to know

Most popular agency

Most popular car type

Average price

Good deal

Avis
Medium
£38/day
£28/day

Top tips for hiring a car in New Forest

  • Rather than there being a specific or favoured location, there are a variety of appropriate options around New Forest where a driver can find car hire providers. When picking up your car hire, make sure you choose somewhere that is easily accessible to you, as hire car businesses will usually request that you return the vehicle to the same location. Popular areas from which drivers can find car hire include Christchurch, Marchwood, Dibden, Testwood, Ocean Village and more.
  • New Forest, as well as the rest of the UK, are very strict and particular on their drink and drive limit. If you are planning to enjoy a drink in New Forest, then make sure to never exceed the drink-drive limit and always drive responsibly. Current law states that a man cannot exceed four units; this is the equivalent of two pints of regular strength beer. Women on the other hand cannot exceed three units; this is the equivalent of one large glass of wine or one pint of normal strength beer. Other factors also come into account with a drink-drive limit, so you can never be too careful.
  • To complete your car hire reservation, then make sure to bring the appropriate documentation to avoid any disappointment. Car providers are subject to changes in their regulations for the appropriate documentation, but a driver will always have to show proof of a full and valid driving licence that’s usually been held for at least one year. In addition, a driver must show proof of legitimate identification; an example of this is a passport. Other companies might also ask for proof of address, and appropriate examples include a utility bill or a bank card, among others.
  • 25% of our users found a car hire in New Forest for £28 or less
  • Small hire cars in New Forest are around 40% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about hiring a car in New Forest

  • Should I hire a car in New Forest?

    Whilst New Forest offers a good selection of possible transport options, hiring a vehicle throughout the duration of your stay is one of the most convenient and easiest options. With no limitations on your travel, you can visit and appreciate the top sights, attractions and landmarks around New Forest with the comfort of your personal hired vehicle. The top sights are intriguing to most visitors, with a seemingly endless opportunity of offerings. Some of the top sights include Paultons Park Home of Peppa Pig World, National Motor Museum, Exbury Gardens & Steam Railway, New Forest Wildlife Park, Adventure Wonderland, The Needles along with much more.

  • What is driving like in New Forest?

    Driving around New Forest is easy to handle for most drivers, no matter if they are new to driving or are experienced. With a mixture of large, open roads and country lanes, it’s the perfect combination of thoroughfares, providing good drivability. Your hired vehicle will be right-hand drive, meaning that you’ll be located on the left-hand side of the road. Approaching a roundabout, make sure to always give way to the right and provide an appropriate amount of stopping distance. Drivers will find that the speed limit is usually 30 mph in urban areas, 60 mph on main single-carriageway roads and 70 mph on motorways and dual carriageways.

  • How old do you have to be to hire a car in New Forest?

    In New Forest, as well as the rest of the UK, providers will usually vary in their age requirements to complete a vehicle hire booking. The minimum age for car hire is at least 21 years old; however, most car hire providers will usually only allow the opportunity for car hire to those aged 23 and above. Despite the fact that providers will serve drivers this young, any driver under the age of 25 will usually find themselves facing an additional sub charge, also known as a young driver’s handling fee. Age is also a selective factor to what kind of hire vehicle you can obtain.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in New Forest?

    On average a car hire in New Forest costs £38 per day.

  • How can I find car hires near me in New Forest?

    Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.

  • Where should I hire a car in New Forest?

    Based on car searches on KAYAK, the most popular cities to hire a car in New Forest are Southampton (97% of total searches of users looking to hire a car in New Forest) and Christchurch (3%).

  • How much does a car hire in New Forest cost for a week?

    On average a car hire in New Forest costs £264 per week (£38 per day).

  • How much does a car hire in New Forest cost for a month?

    On average a car hire in New Forest costs £1,131 per month (£38 per day).

Car hire directory

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    Enterprise Rent-A-Car car hire locations in New Forest

    5 Locations

  • free2move

    Free2Move car hire locations in New Forest

    4 Locations

  • sunnycars

    Sunnycars car hire locations in New Forest

    4 Locations

  • alamo

    Alamo car hire locations in New Forest

    3 Locations

  • hertz

    Hertz car hire locations in New Forest

    3 Locations

  • national

    National car hire locations in New Forest

    3 Locations

  • sixtrentacar

    Sixt car hire locations in New Forest

    3 Locations

  • keddy

    keddy by Europcar car hire locations in New Forest

    3 Locations

  • budget

    Budget car hire locations in New Forest

    2 Locations

  • easirent

    Easirent car hire locations in New Forest

    2 Locations

  • europcar

    Europcar car hire locations in New Forest

    2 Locations

  • flizzr

    FLIZZR car hire locations in New Forest

    2 Locations

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