Matching a hire car to your passengers and luggage
Tell the team how many people will travel and how many cases, buggies or bulky bags you expect. Seating and boot space are separate questions. Say whether you need an automatic or are happy with a manual, and mention any child seat request early so it can be checked before you are quoted. Include details for every driver who may take the wheel.
How the right vehicle is confirmed
Start with the journey and pick the car to match it. Smaller cars are suited to city driving and short stays, automatics make local driving easier, estates and SUVs give more room for luggage, and people carriers are a better choice for families or small groups. The range available includes the Fiat 500, VW Golf, Ford Focus Estate, Ford Focus Automatic and Hyundai i10 Automatic, subject to dates, driver details and availability. The precise make, model, transmission, seating, payload and licence position are confirmed when you are quoted, so treat the vehicles listed as a guide to the kind of hire on offer rather than a guaranteed reservation of a particular model.
Comparing everyday car sizes
Should your trip involve a mixed load of passengers and bags, a written comparison of car groups can settle the choice. Start by counting travellers and listing what each person brings, whether that's a weekend case, a work bag or a child's toys. Compact city cars and automatics suit lighter loads, while estates and people carriers cover bigger family trips, and executive saloons or SUVs may appeal for business occasions. Record any items with unusual shapes, such as a bicycle box or a large gift, since these influence which group works. Note each driver's preferences too, including transmission and cabin space. When you enquire, include your dates, the delivery or collection point and this passenger-and-luggage summary, and the team can confirm the right vehicle group and price.
Choosing around driver preferences
When several people will share the driving, preferences deserve a place on your list before you request a quote. Ask each named driver whether they favour an automatic, how they feel about larger vehicles such as SUVs, and whether anyone needs particular seat or mirror adjustments noted for the handover. Some drivers prefer a compact car for tight errands, while others feel drawn to estates for longer runs; recording these views helps narrow the groups. It's also worth deciding who drives on which days if the itinerary spans multiple dates, since that detail may affect what you request. Include every driver's details, your dates and where the car is needed, and the team will confirm the vehicle group, delivery or collection options and price before you book.
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Things to check before booking
Before you confirm the hire, check the key details: vehicle availability, driver requirements, mileage, insurance, delivery or collection arrangements and any extras you have asked for, along with driver age, licence history, the deposit, the insurance excess and any travel abroad. A clear request gives the date, the length of hire, the rough route, the delivery or pickup address, the expected passengers or load, and any particular requirements that might affect which vehicle is suitable.















