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4.8
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4.8 stars from 717 reviews in Southampton.
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Our 2 locations in SIXT Southampton make renting a car hassle-free.
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Change or cancel bookings at no extra cost at most of our locations worldwide.

Our top branches in Southampton

4.8
Southampton Airport
24h Return
Mitchell Way
Southampton
SO18 2NL
United Kingdom
4.7
Southampton Parkway Train St
24h Return
Wide Lane
Southampton
SO18 2NL
United Kingdom

Our services at Southampton

SIXT Car Hire in Southampton

Car rental in Southampton through SIXT provides unmatched convenience with flexible hours and various pick-up locations, including the airport and city centre. Various rental periods make it easy to navigate Southampton's bustling port area and picturesque countryside, so you have a seamless and enjoyable travel experience tailored to your schedule. You can also customise your Southampton car hire booking with extras you need, like a sat nav or extra protection.

Driving Tips for Southampton

Here are a few driving tips when you rent a car in Southampton:

  • Navigate roundabouts: Southampton has numerous roundabouts, especially around the city centre and major intersections. Remember to yield to traffic from your right and signal when exiting.
  • Park-and-Ride facilities: Southampton offers convenient park-and-ride services, such as at Adanac Park. These provide ample parking and shuttle services to the city centre to avoid the hassle of city traffic.
  • Check for cruise ship schedules: Cruise ship arrivals and departures can significantly impact traffic in Southampton. Check the cruise schedule and plan your routes accordingly.
  • Know the speed limits: Speed limits in Southampton vary from 20 mph in residential areas to 30-40 mph on main roads. On dual carriageways, limits can go up to 60 mph. You can check the posted signs to ensure compliance.

Best places to visit in Southampton

Southampton car hire is one of the best ways to explore the area:

  • Tudor House and Garden: This is Southampton's oldest museum, located in the heart of the Old Town. You can reach it with your car hire, and there are city car parks within walking distance.
  • Beaulieu: Beaulieu is less than 30 minutes away and home to the Beaulieu Palace House and the world-famous Beaulieu Motor Museum. There’s plenty of parking around, and a rental car is a convenient way to visit these spots.
  • New Forest National Park: New Forest National Park is 30 minutes away and offers expansive woodlands, heathlands and picturesque villages. You can easily explore various trails, wildlife and local attractions. Ample parking is a bonus.

For more ideas, read more on how to plan an ideal day trip from Southampton.

Customer reviews & feedback

4.8
4.750011
Based on 717 reviews
from our Customer Excitement Score survey*

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4.9
Vehicle handover
4.9
At the SIXT branch
4.7
The vehicle

*Our Customer Excitement Score is based on a survey sent to all customers who booked in Southampton. The score is an average of all customer responses.

Good to know when renting in Southampton

Car Hire Under for Under 25s

With a valid license for over a year you can hire a car from 21 years old

Added Extras

We can provide childseats and sat nav on request

Flexible Booking Options

Choose where and when you want to pick-up and drop-off with one-way rentals available

To rent a car with SIXT in Southampton you need to be at least 21 with a valid license. Some car categories have a higher minimum rental age, and an underage driver fee may apply.