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Pick-up location | Oxford |
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Car types | Compact, Compact SUV, Economy, Full-size SUV, Intermediate SUV, Mini, People carrier, Premium, Supplier choice |
Hire locations | 22 |
Airport locations | 2 |
Popular agencies | keddy by Europcar, Alamo, Europcar, Hertz, National |
Economy | £23/day |
Compact | £26/day |
People carrier | £67/day |
Full-size SUV | £55/day |
Mini | £22/day |
Premium | £49/day |
Supplier choice | £27/day |
Intermediate SUV | £28/day |
Compact SUV | £28/day |
Renting a smaller car model means that you won’t have any problem navigating Oxford. The city center features mainly narrow streets and outside of the city are undulating country roads that lead to nearby villages, meaning you would need to rent a compact car for complete comfort.
The main speed limit for Oxford is 20 mph, especially in residential areas where there are a high volume of cyclists and pedestrians. In urban areas, a speed limit of 30 mph is enforced, while on single carriageways it’s 60 mph. On dual carriageways and motorways the speed limit is 70 mph. Elsewhere, the rest of the UK’s roads adhere to the national speed limit of 60 mph.
When it comes to parking in Oxford, you have many options. If you have the time, you can use the Park and Ride, which has many locations on the outskirts of Oxford. In the city center you can either use the on-street parking or the various parking lots. A well-located parking lot is Oxpens, next to Oxford Ice Rink, which costs around £3.00 ($3.72) per hour.
On average a car hire in Oxford costs £47 per day.
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest car hires were found at keddy by Europcar (£22/day), Hertz (£23/day) and Europcar (£36/day). In the last 72 hours the cheapest hire car price was found at keddy by Europcar Littlemead Business Park- Ferry Hinksey Road OX20BY (1 miles from the city centre).
The average price of fuel in Oxford is £5.61 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between £67 and £90, depending on the car size.
Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Oxford.
Car hire companies onsite at Heathrow airport include GREEN MOTION, DRIVALIA, SURPRICE CAR RENTAL, Europcar, Sixt, Hertz, Budget, Avis, keddy by Europcar and Virtuo.
Car hire companies onsite at Gatwick airport include Hertz, Budget, keddy by Europcar, Dollar and Routes Car & Truck Rentals.
Car hire companies onsite at Stansted airport include GREEN MOTION, DRIVALIA, Alamo, Budget, keddy by Europcar, National and Routes Car & Truck Rentals.
Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Heathrow airport to off-airport locations include GREEN MOTION, Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Europcar, Sixt, Hertz, Budget, Avis, Dollar and National.
Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Gatwick airport to off-airport locations include GREEN MOTION, Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Europcar, Sixt, Hertz, Budget, Avis, keddy by Europcar and Dollar.
Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Stansted airport to off-airport locations include GREEN MOTION, Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Europcar, Sixt, Hertz, Budget, Avis, keddy by Europcar and Dollar.
Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.
An Economy car hire in Oxford costs £46 per day, on average.
A Standard car hire in Oxford costs £85 per day, on average.
A Mini car hire in Oxford costs £103 per day, on average.
On average a car hire in Oxford costs £326 per week (£47 per day).
On average a car hire in Oxford costs £1,396 per month (£47 per day).
Most car hire providers in Oxford offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car hire in Oxford, check out KAYAK's car hire insurance guide.
Driving in Oxford can be challenging, particularly in the city centre where traffic can be heavy and roads can be narrow. It's important to be aware of parking restrictions and one-way systems, as well as to pay attention to cyclists and pedestrians. Speed limits are also enforced and can vary depending on the road type. It's advisable to plan your route ahead of time and allow extra time for traffic or unexpected delays.
Returning your hire car to the nearest airport is usually straightforward. Most car hire companies have a designated drop-off area in the airport car park, and there are usually clear signs directing you to it. Make sure you fill up the fuel tank before returning the car, as there may be additional charges if it is not returned with a full tank. It's also a good idea to inspect the car for any damage before returning it, as you may be held responsible for any damage not previously reported.
One location in Oxford
Locations in Oxford
Enterprise Rent A Car
+44 1865 202088
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10.0 Wonderful
Sept 2023
10.0 Wonderful
Dec 2022
10.0 Wonderful
Apr 2022
2 locations in Oxford
Locations in Oxford
Langford Ln, Kidlington
+44 1865 649750
Osney Mead
+44 1865 920164
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10.0 Wonderful
Sept 2019
Pros:
Friendly staff and easy upgradeCons:
All good, really. A little far from the train station, about 15-minute walk.10.0 Wonderful
Jul 2022
10.0 Wonderful
Apr 2022
10.0 Wonderful
Nov 2021
3 locations in Oxford
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10 Watlington Road
+44 1865 396000
53 West Way
+44 1865 202088
Building 34, Oxford Airport
+44 186 520 2088
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8.0 Very Good
Aug 2023
2.0 Poor
Aug 2023
10.0 Wonderful
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10.0 Wonderful
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8.0 Very Good
Sept 2022
10.0 Wonderful
Jul 2022
2 locations in Oxford
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Little Mead Business Park
+44 371 384 5974
Littlemead Business Park
+44 371 384 5974
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2.0 Poor
Nov 2023
2.0 Poor
Oct 2023
3.2 Poor
Jan 2019
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I was overcharged10.0 Wonderful
Jun 2018
Pros:
excellent car, great service, and best price8.0 Very Good
Mar 2023
One location in Oxford
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Watlington Road
+44 344 544 8468
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3.6 Poor
Jul 2019
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Reasonably pricedCons:
At pick up I was told there was no damage to the vehicle, but upon my inspection I found scratches and paint chips which I showed to the manager. The damage was then documented, but this raises concerns that lax oversight will lead to false damage claims for the renter. Scamming going on?One location in Oxford
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Enterprise Rent A Car
+44 1865 202088
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One location in Oxford
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Littlemead Business Park- Ferry Hinksey Road
+44 371 384 5974
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One location in Oxford
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Osney Mead
+44 843 309 3059
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One location in Oxford
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Osney Mead
+44 843 309 3059
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2 locations in Oxford
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370 Iffley Road
+44 1865 749000
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Electric Avenue, Ferry Hinksey Road, Osney Mead Industrial Estate
+44 1865 250252
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Some Oxford car providers already include Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) and Theft Protection Waiver into the hire price but not all of them. We recommend being aware of your coverage when hiring a car in Oxford.
Keep in mind that car hire insurances often have a deductible clause, which is the amount you’ll have to pay if something happens during the time of your hire. If you want to avoid unwanted surprises, you should consider adding a non-deductible option to your Oxford car hire.