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Popular rental locations in Leicester

The following rental locations are the most popular for renting a car in Leicester

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Car rental offers in Leicester

Whether you're looking for a small rental car or a station wagon for the entire family, we will always have a suitable vehicle for the lowest price. Below are some examples from our selection in Leicester.

Car type
Mini
Economy
Compact
Intermediate
Standard
Full-size
Luxury
Station wagon
Passenger van
SUV
Fiat 500
Or similar
For example: Fiat 500
Our best deals
  1. Green Motion
    From £ 13 /day
  2. Keddy By Europcar
    From £ 14 /day
  3. Europcar
    From £ 15 /day
Fiat 500
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Fiat 500
Our best deals
  1. Europcar
    From £ 19 /day
  2. Green Motion
    From £ 58 /day
Toyota Aygo
Or similar
For example: Toyota Aygo
Our best deals
  1. Enterprise
    From £ 26 /day
  2. National Car Rental
    From £ 28 /day
  3. Alamo
    From £ 31 /day
More rental cars? This is only a small selection of the rental options. Want to see more?
Kia Rio
Or similar
For example: Kia Rio
Our best deals
  1. Green Motion
    From £ 14 /day
Opel Corsa
Or similar
For example: Opel Corsa
Our best deals
  1. Keddy By Europcar
    From £ 14 /day
Vauxhall Corsa
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Vauxhall Corsa
Our best deals
  1. Europcar
    From £ 20 /day
Toyota Yaris
Or similar
For example: Toyota Yaris
Our best deals
  1. Green Motion
    From £ 15 /day
Vauxhall Corsa
Or similar
For example: Vauxhall Corsa
Our best deals
  1. Europcar
    From £ 16 /day
  2. Keddy By Europcar
    From £ 24 /day
  3. Enterprise
    From £ 27 /day
Toyota Yaris
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Toyota Yaris
Our best deals
  1. Green Motion
    From £ 59 /day
More rental cars? This is only a small selection of the rental options. Want to see more?
Ford Focus
Or similar
For example: Ford Focus
Our best deals
  1. Keddy By Europcar
    From £ 16 /day
  2. Europcar
    From £ 17 /day
  3. Enterprise
    From £ 27 /day
Seat Leon
Or similar
For example: Seat Leon
Our best deals
  1. Green Motion
    From £ 16 /day
Ford Focus
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Ford Focus
Our best deals
  1. Europcar
    From £ 21 /day
Opel Crossland
Or similar
For example: Opel Crossland
Our best deals
  1. Keddy By Europcar
    From £ 16 /day
  2. Europcar
    From £ 18 /day
Kia Stonic
Or similar
For example: Kia Stonic
Our best deals
  1. Green Motion
    From £ 17 /day
Opel Crossland
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Opel Crossland
Our best deals
  1. Europcar
    From £ 22 /day
VW Golf
Or similar
For example: VW Golf
Our best deals
  1. Green Motion
    From £ 17 /day
Hyundai Kona
Or similar
For example: Hyundai Kona
Our best deals
  1. Green Motion
    From £ 19 /day
Vauxhall Crossland X
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Vauxhall Crossland X
Our best deals
  1. Europcar
    From £ 30 /day
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Nissan Qashqai
Or similar
For example: Nissan Qashqai
Our best deals
  1. Keddy By Europcar
    From £ 19 /day
  2. Europcar
    From £ 21 /day
  3. Enterprise
    From £ 32 /day
Nissan Qashqai
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Nissan Qashqai
Our best deals
  1. Europcar
    From £ 25 /day
Ford Kuga
Or similar
For example: Ford Kuga
Our best deals
  1. Enterprise
    From £ 32 /day
  2. National Car Rental
    From £ 35 /day
Skoda Octavia
Or similar
For example: Skoda Octavia
Our best deals
  1. Alamo
    From £ 47 /day
  2. Enterprise
    From £ 50 /day
  3. National Car Rental
    From £ 54 /day
MG HS
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: MG HS
Our best deals
  1. Europcar
    From £ 51 /day
MG HS
Or similar
For example: MG HS
Our best deals
  1. Europcar
    From £ 47 /day
Ford S-Max
Or similar
For example: Ford S-Max
Our best deals
  1. Enterprise
    From £ 56 /day
  2. National Car Rental
    From £ 61 /day
Vauxhall Zafira
Or similar
For example: Vauxhall Zafira
Our best deals
  1. Alamo
    From £ 69 /day
Opel Combo
Or similar
For example: Opel Combo
Our best deals
  1. Europcar
    From £ 177 /day
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Honda CRV
Or similar
For example: Honda CRV
Our best deals
  1. Green Motion
    From £ 25 /day
Kia Sportage
Or similar
For example: Kia Sportage
Our best deals
  1. Europcar
    From £ 31 /day
Kia Sportage
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Kia Sportage
Our best deals
  1. Europcar
    From £ 36 /day
VW Passat
Or similar
For example: VW Passat
Our best deals
  1. Europcar
    From £ 32 /day
VW Passat
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: VW Passat
Our best deals
  1. Europcar
    From £ 36 /day
Ford Kuga
Or similar
For example: Ford Kuga
Our best deals
  1. Alamo
    From £ 39 /day
Volkswagen Passat
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Volkswagen Passat
Our best deals
  1. Europcar
    From £ 50 /day
Volkswagen Passat
Or similar
For example: Volkswagen Passat
Our best deals
  1. Europcar
    From £ 48 /day
VW Tiguan
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: VW Tiguan
Our best deals
  1. Europcar
    From £ 61 /day
More rental cars? This is only a small selection of the rental options. Want to see more?
Mercedes-Benz C-Class
Or similar
For example: Mercedes-Benz C-Class
Our best deals
  1. Alamo
    From £ 49 /day
  2. Enterprise
    From £ 51 /day
  3. National Car Rental
    From £ 56 /day
Seat Alhambra
Or similar
For example: Seat Alhambra
Our best deals
  1. Green Motion
    From £ 53 /day
Volkswagen Sharan
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Volkswagen Sharan
Our best deals
  1. Green Motion
    From £ 100 /day
  2. Europcar
    From £ 207 /day
Volvo XC60
Or similar
For example: Volvo XC60
Our best deals
  1. Alamo
    From £ 54 /day
  2. Enterprise
    From £ 57 /day
  3. National Car Rental
    From £ 61 /day
Volkswagen Sharan
Or similar
For example: Volkswagen Sharan
Our best deals
  1. Green Motion
    From £ 56 /day
  2. Europcar
    From £ 246 /day
VW Sharan
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: VW Sharan
Our best deals
  1. Europcar
    From £ 206 /day
Ford Galaxy
Or similar
For example: Ford Galaxy
Our best deals
  1. Enterprise
    From £ 59 /day
  2. National Car Rental
    From £ 64 /day
  3. Alamo
    From £ 72 /day
VW Sharan
Or similar
For example: VW Sharan
Our best deals
  1. Europcar
    From £ 201 /day
More rental cars? This is only a small selection of the rental options. Want to see more?
Mercedes-Benz C-Class
Or similar
For example: Mercedes-Benz C-Class
Our best deals
  1. Alamo
    From £ 53 /day
  2. Enterprise
    From £ 54 /day
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Or similar
For example: Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Our best deals
  1. Alamo
    From £ 56 /day
  2. Enterprise
    From £ 59 /day
  3. National Car Rental
    From £ 64 /day
Mercedes-Benz CLA
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Mercedes-Benz CLA
Our best deals
  1. Europcar
    From £ 68 /day
Mercedes-Benz CLA
Or similar
For example: Mercedes-Benz CLA
Our best deals
  1. Europcar
    From £ 64 /day
BMW 3-Series
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: BMW 3-Series
Our best deals
  1. Europcar
    From £ 72 /day
BMW 3-Series
Or similar
For example: BMW 3-Series
Our best deals
  1. Europcar
    From £ 69 /day
Mercedes-Benz Vito
Or similar
For example: Mercedes-Benz Vito
Our best deals
  1. Green Motion
    From £ 71 /day
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Our best deals
  1. Europcar
    From £ 78 /day
Volvo XC90
Or similar
For example: Volvo XC90
Our best deals
  1. Alamo
    From £ 76 /day
More rental cars? This is only a small selection of the rental options. Want to see more?
Ford Focus
Or similar
For example: Ford Focus
Our best deals
  1. Europcar
    From £ 26 /day
Ford Focus
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Ford Focus
Our best deals
  1. Europcar
    From £ 30 /day
VW Passat
Or similar
For example: VW Passat
Our best deals
  1. Europcar
    From £ 32 /day
VW Passat
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: VW Passat
Our best deals
  1. Europcar
    From £ 36 /day
Volkswagen Passat
Or similar
For example: Volkswagen Passat
Our best deals
  1. Europcar
    From £ 48 /day
Volkswagen Passat
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Volkswagen Passat
Our best deals
  1. Europcar
    From £ 50 /day
BMW 3-Series
Or similar
For example: BMW 3-Series
Our best deals
  1. Europcar
    From £ 69 /day
BMW 3-Series
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: BMW 3-Series
Our best deals
  1. Europcar
    From £ 72 /day
More rental cars? This is only a small selection of the rental options. Want to see more?
Ford Tourneo
Or similar
For example: Ford Tourneo
Our best deals
  1. Enterprise
    From £ 66 /day
  2. Alamo
    From £ 81 /day
Mercedes-Benz Vito
Or similar
For example: Mercedes-Benz Vito
Our best deals
  1. Green Motion
    From £ 71 /day
Mercedes-Benz Vito
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Mercedes-Benz Vito
Our best deals
  1. Green Motion
    From £ 113 /day
Volkswagen Transporter
Or similar
For example: Volkswagen Transporter
Our best deals
  1. Green Motion
    From £ 72 /day
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Opel Crossland
Or similar
For example: Opel Crossland
Our best deals
  1. Keddy By Europcar
    From £ 16 /day
  2. Europcar
    From £ 18 /day
Kia Stonic
Or similar
For example: Kia Stonic
Our best deals
  1. Green Motion
    From £ 17 /day
Opel Crossland
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Opel Crossland
Our best deals
  1. Europcar
    From £ 22 /day
Nissan Qashqai
Or similar
For example: Nissan Qashqai
Our best deals
  1. Keddy By Europcar
    From £ 19 /day
  2. Europcar
    From £ 21 /day
  3. Enterprise
    From £ 32 /day
Nissan Qashqai
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Nissan Qashqai
Our best deals
  1. Europcar
    From £ 25 /day
Honda CRV
Or similar
For example: Honda CRV
Our best deals
  1. Green Motion
    From £ 25 /day
Vauxhall Crossland X
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Vauxhall Crossland X
Our best deals
  1. Europcar
    From £ 30 /day
Vauxhall Crossland X
Or similar
For example: Vauxhall Crossland X
Our best deals
  1. Europcar
    From £ 27 /day
  2. Keddy By Europcar
    From £ 28 /day
Kia Sportage
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Kia Sportage
Our best deals
  1. Europcar
    From £ 36 /day
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Car rental companies in Leicester

Below are the car rental companies in Leicester with the best ratings. Compare all ratings and prices of these rental companies in one search.

  • FireFly Car Rental

    8.4 (3759)
    No rates available

  • Avis

    8.3 (5874)
    No rates available

  • Enterprise

    8.3 (1889)
    From £ 26 / day

  • Hertz

    8.2 (6756)
    No rates available

  • Europcar

    8.1 (7887)
    From £ 15 / day

  • Budget

    8 (9491)
    No rates available

  • Keddy By Europcar

    7.9 (3267)
    From £ 14 / day

  • Sixt

    7.7 (3229)
    No rates available

  • Green Motion

    7.1 (1868)
    From £ 13 / day

  • Alamo

    8.7 (8456)
    From £ 31 / day

  • National Car Rental

    8.4 (400)
    From £ 28 / day

  • Drivalia

    7.4 (517)
    No rates available

  • Easirent

    6.5 (516)
    No rates available
Customer experience
Good and reliable company for renting a car abroad
Easy website, easy phone contact when I had questions. Everything well-organized. Friendly staff. Have rented a car through this company several times and have always been very satisfied.

Recent reviews

Our customers rate us a 8.3/10 out of 30

Satisfied customer

I was very happy with my car hire experience. I regularly hire vehicles and this was by far the cleanest I had ever hired. The fuel tank was full not nearlly full as I have previously experienced. The price was also very competitive. If I had a critisism it would be that it wasn't the model that I was expecting. It didn't bother me particularly but I can see that it might bother other customers. When I returned the vehicle there was only 2 staff on and a customer had a querry so we had to wait quite a while but the staff were apologetic and very curtious.
C
CassyG
East Midlands Airport

Cheap quick efficient and friendly

Very quick and efficient pick up and drop off. Car almoat brand new, well groomed, no hard sell of extra insurance and very friendly staff
C
Carlyk119
London Heathrow Airport

Best Car Hire

Got upgraded to really great car with good price offer. Surprised to find car had sat nav, reversing camera and parking sensors together with cruise control. Diesel fuel just made the experience a joyful one. Service was excellent with friendly staff.
R
Rick23
London Gatwick Airport

Fair price, easy to collect and return, good car

We have collect the car from GreenMotion hollidayInn Heathrow, it was easy and fast, the price was the lowest among all rentals, the car was in perfect condition, and the drop-of prosses took no longer than 5 minutes. highly recomended service and rental.
N
Neveah1968
London Heathrow Airport

Very good service

We were dealt with quickly and respectfully both on pick up and return of the vehicle. Downside is the 30 min wait for the shuttle bus if you just miss one.
C
Cyprusty
London Stansted Airport

Car Hire Heathrow

Good prices originaly drew me in but the customer service from the car rental company was superb. Nothing was too much trouble and they went out of there way to help. Collection and returns were excellent.
b
barnacle4bill
London Heathrow Airport

Very friendly staff. Picked up promptly from the...

Very friendly staff. Picked up promptly from the airport and car hire only a couple of minutes from the airport. Website stated car fuel was 1/4 full and return 1/4 full. But this did not happen. I was told by easirent that I had to pay for 1/4 tank (they charged £20) and return empty. However the tank was not quite 1/4 full.
G
Gogettraveller
Leeds Airport

We have used 121

We have used 121 car hire on numerous occasion and always found them to be extremely helpful. The vehicles are always excellent and the staff vey helpful. The service has improved as they are now based within the airport so avoiding having to travel to a pick-up and drop-off location by bus. The only criticism would be that the valentine of the vehicles is obvious carried out by untrained staff - the windows are often not thoroughly cleaned and the interior dashboard on one particular vehicles had obvious only been given a cursory wipe over as it looked greasy.
P
Patsycollns
London Stansted Airport

Car hire

Certainly use again and recommend to friends.Cars hired here and in the USA through 121 were good quality and easy.No complications and says exactly what it says "price you pay is the price you pay".Good friendly service all round
M
Morris45
Norwich Airport

A great deal all round!

We had a very smooth and efficient pickup. The price was excellent as was the vehicle. I also bought the online insurance as it was better value than buying at the counter - the only downside being that the insurance (in the event of a claim) would have had to be claimed back after payment had been settled up front.
K
Kira65
London Gatwick Airport

Competitive rates and quick confirmation.

The rates and choices were good. The pick-up was efficiently handled and the staff at all times were courteous and helpful. The car was well-presented and in good condition. My major problem was in not knowing the supplier BEFORE pressing the button to finalise the booking. I want to know which company will provide the car ahead of booking. I was totally confused by the title Interrent, there was no sign at the Rental office and it was only then that I learned that the supplier was Europcar. Why the mystery? Also I required a rental agreement that allowed me to pick-up and return a vehicle full of fuel. (Pick-up full, return empty is a con.) Luckily the helpful staff allowed me that choice though I suspect they could have refused. So, overall very happy, but I would like more information on the supplier before I commit.
R
RossiItalian84
London Luton Airport

Good price

Good price and customer service friendly and helpful
M
McCollum238
London Heathrow Airport

Never Again Interrent

I am sorry but I couldnt find anything good to say about the customer service at interrent,and when I think about my experience with them it makes me angry..from the moment I got off the plane to the time taken to hire the car was painful..i am surprised that the company INTERRENT is still in business if they treat evry customer the same way..thank you for the opportunity to review my experience car 121..
c
cliver14
London Heathrow Airport

could improve

overall hire great,But the car given to us had damage to the side.This was not what i was expecting.Cars should not be sent out like this.
M
MrBrianMorley
Leeds Airport

no rip off's

121 are brilliant, very easy booking on line, the pricece of their cars is very reasonable, no hidden extras like some car hire companies. a very good service.
p
pipr
Liverpool Airport

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Car rental companies in and around Leicester

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Leicester

Available locations in Leicester:

East Midlands Airport
1 Samuel Street
33 St Matthews Way
Oakstead Garages

Location information for Leicester

Located in the heart of England, Leicester connects easily to all major road networks, providing an impressive array of options for those wishing to explore this area using budget car rental.

Historically dating back to Roman times, 50 AD to be precise, Leicester displays ample reminders of its past, with features such as the 2,000-year-old remains of the Roman Bath House, located in the Jewry Wall Museum.

Further attractions include the attractive gardens of Abbey Park, which combine 12th century abbey ruins with fun spaces for kids and pets alike. On the edge of the city lies the open expanse of Bandgate Park, offering opportunities to take a walk and enjoy natural surroundings that include nature reserves for wildlife.

For those that wish to venture even further away, the reservoir at Rutland Water is only 20 miles away, and is a popular spot for those who enjoy water sports or simply a picnic at the water's edge. Any combination of these sites can easily be visited with cheap car hire in Leicester.

Back in the city, stimulate your minds and brains at England's only Space Centre, or if shopping is on your list, you can pay a visit to the varied and unique stores around the town centre. Those of you enjoying car hire in Leicester will also be pleasantly surprised by the variety of food and drink on offer, as a host of cafés and restaurants compete for your custom, not to mention a selection of authentic and enticing ethnic venues.

Practical information

  • Currency
    British pound
  • Driving direction
    Left
  • City speed limit
    48 km/h
  • Freeway speed limit
    96 km/h
  • Language
    English
  • Popular car category
    Economy

What most people want to know

The following questions and answers are a selection of the most popular questions. If you do not find the answer to your question, have a look at the Frequently Asked Questions page or contact us.

Is HireCars.co.uk the cheapest?

Yes, we offer a guarantee of the lowest price - because we compare various retailers, we can always offer you the best price in town.

 What do I need to do when picking up a car?

To pick up your car, you will need your voucher, passport, driver's license and a credit card. It is very important that your driver's license and credit card are in the same name as the main driver. Keep in mind that the local rental company will reserve a certain amount on your credit card as a deposit. This requires the PIN code for your credit card. If your driver's license is foreign (for example, in Chinese), you must bring a translation with you. Only your original passport and driver's license will be accepted - a copy is not sufficient.

 Are there any additional costs?

In general, our rates are all-inclusive. Should there be any additional costs, our booking department will get in touch with you before issuing the invoice. Should you object, you can always cancel your reservation with no obligations attached (at least 48 hours in advance).

What kind of insurance is applicable to my car rental?

In general, Liability Insurance, Fire Insurance, All-Risks Insurance and Theft Insurance are included in the cost of your rental car.

 What is a worry-free label?

Only rental companies with a high level of customer satisfaction are eligible to be included in our Worry-Free selection. This rate includes excess cover and unlimited kilometres. Your vehicle will be provided and must be returned with a full tank of fuel. With a vehicle from our Worry-Free selection, you can travel with peace of mind and no hidden costs.

 How can I change or cancel my reservation?

You can cancel your reservation through "My Account". We recommend contacting us by phone if your changes to your booking or cancellation takes place at short notice (48 hours or less).

 When will I get a confirmation of my booking?

Most reservations will receive confirmation within minutes after payment takes place. We recommend contacting our Booking Department for last minute reservations (pick-up within 48 hours).

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  • Avis
  • Enterprise
  • Hertz
  • Europcar
  • Budget
  • Keddy By Europcar
  • Sixt
  • Green Motion
  • Alamo
  • National Car Rental
  • Drivalia
  • Easirent
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