Rental cars in London, UK
London car rental
Finding the right rental car in London isn't always as straightforward as it could be. When you book a car in London on Turo, you'll choose from an extraordinary selection of vehicles in a wide range of locations.
Choose from local London cars
When you book car hire or car rental in London on Turo, you're supporting a local London host with their small car hire company, whether they own a single car or a small portfolio of vehicles.
Many hosts offer personal drop-off and pick-up services and will meet you at Heathrow or Gatwick Airport, ready for you to hop in the car and explore London. If you're looking for van hire, you'll find plenty of these in London on Turo, too.
A range of makes and models
From a compact car that's easy to park in central London car parks to a luxury car that provides an incredible driving experience for your city adventure, you'll find an extraordinary selection of car rental choices on Turo.
When you book, you'll choose exactly the car you'll drive instead of picking a category, making finding the right rental car much easier. You can filter your search so your hire car has features like sat nav or add-ons like Apple CarPlay.
Competitive London car hire
Traditional car rental companies in London can be expensive, particularly at Heathrow Airport, central London, city centre hotspots like super-fancy Park Lane and Trafalgar Square, or if you need car hire close to public transport.
On Turo, you'll find competitive car hire in London (with no hidden costs or mandatory add-ons to catch you out) at convenient pick-up locations in the city and beyond.
How old you need to book car hire in London on Turo
To book a car on Turo in London and the UK, you must be 21 or older. If you're 25 or older, you'll have access to an even wider selection of vehicles with our Deluxe class. You'll also have access to our Super deluxe class if you're 30 or older.
What you need to book car hire in London on Turo
When you book your first trip in London on Turo, you’ll go through a quick approval process by entering your driver’s license and some other information. Most international driver's licenses are accepted when you book a car in London or the UK on Turo.
Adding additional drivers to London car rental
It's easy to add additional drivers to your trip on the Turo app. It speeds things up if they also create a Turo account. Your additional driver can get behind the wheel of Deluxe Class and Super Deluxe cars if they meet the age requirements for the rental car you've booked.
Popular vehicles to hire in London
From a compact car that's perfect for navigating tight underground parking in London, to luxury vehicles that provide the ultimate driving experience. Whatever you rent a car for in London, you'll find a range of different vehicle types to choose from.
Convertibles
Nothing beats dropping the roof of a convertible hire car in London on a sunny summer's day.
Soak up the city's energy as you drive along the River Thames' river bank, spotting popular tourist attractions and locations like Tower Bridge and the London Eye as you go, then find a central London car park and explore Hyde Park.
SUVs and minivans
If you need a bigger vehicle, minivan hire in London is a popular rental choice on Turo.
Whether you want to flatten the seats to help move things from A to B across London or need a vehicle to fit eight or more people for a brilliant family road trip, you can find minivan hire with pick up from Gatwick Airport or other easily accessible locations in London. Then hit the road and explore everything London has to offer.
Electric vehicles
You'll be exempt from charges from the Ultra Low Emission Zone if you book an EV for your London car rental.
You'll find plenty of electric vehicle charging points available in London car parks (including secure underground parking car parks like Q Park Westminster) and locations in the city close to popular tourist attractions in the city like the Natural History Museum and the London Eye.
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Popular car makes to hire in London
From the ultimate compact car, the Mini, to celebrity favourite, the Range Rover, Britain has brought some pretty famous vehicle choices to the world. But you don't have to rent a fancy car if you don't want to. Save cash and pick up economy car hire that offers great value, and browse makes and models that put affordable car hire within reach.
Jaguar
A Jaguar hire car is a fitting choice for London. This British heritage marque got heads turning in the 1960s with the Jaguar E-Type.
Today, the most popular Jaguar London car hire options are the all-electric I-PACE and the compact SUV, the nifty E-PACE. Car hire in London isn't limited to luxury brands like Jaguar, although they certainly make a tempting option for a memorable drive through the city.
Tesla
Choosing a Tesla might not be cheap car hire at its lowest, but you'll find a competitive selection of Teslas available in London, from spacious Model Ys to the latest Model 3s.
Find a car park with EV charging, then explore the city on foot, taking a circuit around Covent Garden or a short walk through Camden Market to find some vintage clothing.
Land Rover
Get behind the wheel of a British classic. You'll spot plenty of Land Rovers, makers of the exclusive Range Rovers, in the city of London and beyond.
Join the Brits on London roads in one of these incredible rental cars, which are one of the most popular vehicles on Turo for London car hire. Imagine your cool credentials as you drive over Tower Bridge in the latest Range Rover!
Things to know about driving a car in London
If you take your London hire car into the London Congestion Drive Zone (CDZ), you'll need to pay the congestion charge, except between Christmas Day and New Year's Day.
London has an Ultra Low Emission Zone, although many cars on Turo are London ULEZ compliant. If you're booking car hire for a family adventure in London, you can filter your search to find vehicles with child seats. Remember that in London and the UK, children need to use child seats until they're 12 years old or over 135 centimetres tall. And remember - don't drive in bus lanes or you might get a fine.
Rental cars available near London airports
London airports are popular locations in London to pick up a car rental, with guests flying in from overseas to explore London and beyond. Whether you're touching down at London Gatwick Airport North Terminal, South Terminal, or London Heathrow Airport, there are plenty of hosts on Turo who offer delivery and pick-up to and from major London airports.
Some hosts provide a meet-and-greet service to hand you the keys to the rental car personally. The best bit? No more queuing at a car rental counter.
Cancellation policy for Turo rental cars in London
You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before your London city trip starts. If you book a trip in London less than 24 hours before the rental period starts, you have one hour after booking to cancel for free. You can cancel most trips yourself on the Turo app - open your Trips tab, find your trip, and tap to cancel. You can apply payment to a new trip or get a refund.
The noble charisma of London
London is filled with famous attractions and locations like Big Ben, Covent Garden, and Buckingham Palace and cultural institutions like the British Museum and the Natural History Museum.
Make the most of the city and rent a car in London to explore the wealth of museums and popular attractions, like the London Eye. Peer up at Nelson's Column in Trafalgar Square (watch out for the low-flying pigeons), see where the PM lives at Downing Street, and pick up some vintage clothing in Camden Market. Or drive the Bayswater Road that runs along the northern edge of Hyde Park.
London favourites
The River Thames weaves through the city, crossed by iconic landmarks like Tower Bridge and overlooked by the London Eye. Beyond the famous landmarks, London has world-class restaurants and nightlife, so find a car park for your hire car and immerse yourself in everything the city has to offer.
Natural History Museum
Not only one of the most famous museums in London, the Natural History Museum is renowned the world over for its incredible displays of dinosaurs and interactive exhibitions within one of the city's most recognisable and spectacular buildings.
It's handy to know that the South Kensington area of London, where you'll find the museum, is outside of the London congestion charge zone.
Palace of Westminster
Book a hire car and take your own private tour of the many notable structures at Westminster, the political centre of London and home to the House of Parliament, Big Ben, and Westminster Abbey.
If you to explore some of it more closely, park your hire car in Q Park Westminster, secure underground parking just a short walk from Westminster Abbey. If you drive in this area, remember that you'll also need to pay the London congestion charge.
Buckingham Palace
Park your hire car in a car park in Central London and arrive early at Buckingham Palace to watch the famous Changing of the Guard. Stroll across Green Park, one of the Royal Parks of London, to Piccadilly before hitting Park Lane and spending some time in Hyde Park.
Plan ahead if you want to avoid the congestion charge, as there are plenty of car parks in London outside of the London congestion zone.
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Hit the road
Trade in the city pace of London for salty sea breezes, rolling green hills, and quaint small towns. With convenient hire locations across the London area and a wide selection of economy vehicles and luxury options on Turo, it’s easy to find London car hire for a day trip outside the city.
Set the sat nav, and if you're visiting London from overseas, remember to drive your London car hire vehicle on the left-hand side.
Kew Gardens
Pick up a rental car and head away from London city, taking the London South Circular roads all the way to Kew, ready for a long walk through the glorious Kew Gardens.
Find a car park, and you can spend a whole day here, strolling around the Victorian glasshouse, admiring the plants in the kitchen garden, and tiptoeing across the remarkable Treetop Walkway, where you'll feel a million miles from central London and city life.
Thorpe Park
This fun-filled theme park is southwest of central London. Hiring a rental car in London will get you there in no time, ready to ride some of the UK's most thrilling rollercoasters.
Find car hire to rent in London with a pick-up location that suits you, or even have your car rental delivered to you to an address in London, then head away from the city ready for an exceptionally fun day out at Thorpe Park.
Brighton
Just 50-odd miles south of the City of London, trendy Brighton is a vibrant seaside retreat with boho shops and traditional seafood spots minutes away from a lovely beach and the beautiful Royal Pavilion.
Rent a car in London with a low daily rate on Turo and hit the road, enjoying the road trip as you head south to Brighton in your rental car, ready for a day you'll always remember.
Airport pickup made easy
Next time you fly, don’t wait in line and fill out forms — pick your car up at hundreds of popular airports.
Convenient pickup & return
Rather than hustling at the busy terminal curbside, take your time picking up the car at approved parking lots or garages. Check in, load up your luggage, and get comfortable with the car without a big rush.
No lines, no paperwork
Skip the rental car counter at hundreds of popular airports without waiting in line or filling out paperwork. Find and pick up the car with the app and hit the road in no time.
Free cancellation
Cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before your trip starts, unless you opt to receive a non-refundable trip discount when you book. Because life happens and it helps to be flexible when it does.
Pickup near or at Airports
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Best London driving roads
The A12 from London to Suffolk
Set your sat nav to Aldeburgh and drive the hundred or so miles from London to the Suffolk Coast, rerouting to feast on seafood at Mersea Island on the way.
When you rent a car in London, it's simple to get to this coastline, where you'll find shingle beaches standing ready for a blow-the-cobwebs-away walk.
The M40 from London to the Cotswolds
A favourite escape for many Londoners, the Cotswolds brings oodles of chocolate box charm to city-dwellers craving a country escape. Rent a car from London and head out on the M40, routing through the Chiltern Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty for a fix of scenic splendour.
Take a pitstop in gorgeous Oxford, parking your vehicle overnight to enjoy this university city before continuing to the Cotswolds and exploring Bourton-on-the-Water and Stow-on-the-Wold before making the return trip to London.
The A3 from London to the South Downs National Park
Rent a car in London and head away from the city, navigating southwest on the A3 through Guildford and into the South Downs National Park.
Leave the A3 at Milford and wind your way southwards through the lovely village of Chiddingfold, then stop in Petworth for lunch, browse the antique shops, or pop into the impressive Petworth House, feeling a million miles from the hubbub of the city.
Frequently asked questions near London
What do I need to book a car on Turo?
To book a car on Turo, you must create a Turo account, be 18 years old or older in the US, 21 years old or older in the UK and Australia, 23 years old or older in Canada, have a valid driver’s license, and get approved to drive on Turo. When you’re booking your first trip, you’ll go through a quick approval process by entering your driver’s license and some other information. In most cases, you’ll get approved immediately, and you’ll be set for every future road trip, business trip, and family vacation!
Do I need my own insurance?
No, you don’t need personal insurance coverage to book a car on Turo.
What protection plan options are available on Turo?
When booking a car on Turo, you’ll choose between three protection plans — Premier, Standard, or Minimum — to get the level of protection that’s right for you.
Is third-party auto liability insurance provided for trips on Turo?
Turo has arranged for third-party auto liability policy to be provided by ERS (Syndicate 218 at Lloyd’s) managed by IQUW Syndicate Management Limited, arranged via Turo’s broker, Lockton Companies LLP — you get unlimited coverage for bodily injury or death to others while coverage for motor third-party property damage is up to £20,000,000.*
How do I get discounts on cars in London?
On your Account page, make sure you’ve checked the box to receive email notifications, and enable push notifications from the Turo app in your phone settings — we’ll send you occasional promotions, discounts, and deals on cars in London.
Are there discounts on weekly or monthly trips?
Yes, many Turo hosts offer discounted prices when you book trips lasting 3+, 7+, or 30+ days. Additionally, hosts can offer “early bird” discounts for luxury cars booked a week or more in advance. So, get the best deals and lowest rates possible by booking longer trips, at least a week in advance.
See more about promotions & discountsHow can I drive unlimited miles during my trip to London?
Some hosts offer unlimited distance for a trip; others set a daily distance limit. On the vehicle pages, you’ll see the total miles or kilometres you’re allowed to drive under the heading “Distance included.” You can find cars offering unlimited mileage with every trip by using the “Unlimited distance” filter.
What types of cars can I book in London?
Browse the widest selection of vehicles for every occasion and budget on Turo. Find an SUV for a family road trip, an economy car for commuting, a pickup truck for some errands, or an exotic sports car for a special night out in London.
What payment methods does Turo accept?
Turo accepts most credit cards issued by major financial institutions, including American Express and Discover cards, as well as debit cards with a Visa or Mastercard logo that are linked to a checking account.
Apple Pay and Google Pay on mobile devices are also accepted, but Turo does not accept cash or checks as valid payment methods.
What is the cancellation policy for guests on Turo?
You can cancel and get a full refund up to 24 hours before your trip starts. If you book a trip with less than 24 hours’ notice, you have one hour after booking to cancel free of charge. If you cancel after the free cancellation period ends, you will be charged a small cancellation fee.
What are the cleaning and safety policies on Turo?
Under the enhanced cleaning policy, hosts are required to clean and disinfect their vehicles thoroughly before every trip, so you can feel safe and comfortable behind the wheel. Turo hosts have access to training materials on enhanced cleaning practices, using the latest recommendations compiled from the CDC, EPA, WHO, and vehicle detailing experts, to help prevent the spread of COVID-19.
Is Turo a rental car company?
No. Unlike rental car companies, Turo is a peer-to-peer car sharing marketplace where you can book directly from trusted local car owners in the US, Canada, and the UK. Turo does not own any vehicles — Turo hosts share their own personal cars and set their own prices, discounts, vehicle availability, and delivery options.
Are there cars available near London airport?
Yes, there are hundreds of cars available on Turo at locations near London Heathrow Airport. To save time, have your car rental alternative delivered for pick-up and dropoff at your London airport and skip the rental counter at Heathrow Airport, Stansted Airport, Gatwick Airport, Luton Airport, London Southend Airport, and London City Airport!
Alternatively, you can have your car delivered to the address of your London hotel or vacation rental, or a nearby convenient location, for a more flexible pickup time.
What types of sports cars, luxury cars, or exotics can I book in London?
Browse a wide range of luxury vehicles for all kinds of occasions and budgets on Turo in London. Use the “Category” filter to search through all available luxury sports cars in your area. You can also use the “Deluxe class” or “Super Deluxe class” filters to browse premium or luxury car models. Or use the “Vehicle makes” filter to find cars from specific luxury brands like Bentley, Porsche, Tesla, Jaguar, Aston Martin, BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Range Rover, and more.
Is there a fee to add additional drivers to my trip?
There is no fee or additional charge for adding a driver to your trip on Turo. Only the guest who booked the trip can request to add drivers; Turo hosts cannot do it for you. We encourage you to request to add additional drivers before your trip starts, though guests in the US, Canada, and Australia can request to add a driver while a trip is in progress.
To speed up the process, have your additional driver create a Turo account and get approved to drive before you request to add them. All drivers must have a valid driver’s licence and meet the age requirements for the car you’ve booked. You can request to add drivers via the “Trips” tab in the Turo app without additional driver charges or extra costs.
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