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.
Picking a suitable car
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.
Planning a Car for a Longer Stay
If your visit stretches over several weeks, the booking details you gather beforehand can shape how smoothly the hire runs. Write down the exact start and end dates, including any morning or afternoon preference, so the team can quote with the right duration in mind. Note who will be driving and whether more than one person needs to be listed. Think about where the car will be kept between trips and whether collection or delivery suits your arrival plans. It is also worth recording your accommodation contact, since delivery arrangements sometimes involve confirming a drop-off point with them. If part of your stay is still undecided, mention this when you ask for a quote so the dates can be checked before anything is fixed.
Travelling with Children and Luggage
Should younger passengers be joining the trip, a short list of what everyone brings helps when choosing between vehicle groups. Count the adults and children, note each child's age, and decide whether you are bringing your own child seats or arranging them separately. Estimate the bags too: a couple of small suitcases needs different space to a pushchair, travel cot and boot full of holiday gear. Measuring bulky items such as a pram or a folded buggy gives a useful reference point when discussing estates, SUVs or people carriers. Keep the address and phone number of whoever you are staying with to hand, and ask the team any open questions about storage space or seat arrangements when you request your quote.
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Last checks 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.















