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.
Finding a car to suit the trip
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
If the trip involves a couple of adults with a suitcase each, a compact car may cover it, yet the same journey with children, a pushchair and shopping changes the picture. Think about how the car will actually be used each day: short town trips, a long motorway stretch, or a mix of both. Consider who sits where, whether rear passengers need legroom, and how often you will unload the boot during the trip. Automatic or manual preference is worth stating too, since some drivers simply prefer one over the other. When you contact the team, describe the party and the pattern of travel rather than just the dates, and they can confirm a suitable vehicle group.
Travelling with children and bags
Families tend to travel with more than they expect, so it pays to list everything before choosing. Beyond suitcases, think about car seats, buggies, cool bags, toys and any equipment for the stay. Where children of different ages travel together, seating arrangements matter as much as luggage space, and a bit of thought about who sits next to whom can make the journey calmer. Mention the ages of any children when you enquire, along with the number of seats you will need in total. The team can then confirm which vehicle groups fit your party and what the delivery or collection options are for your dates.
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What to confirm on the phone
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.















