Rent a car under 25 near me

Car hire discount for under 25's

At Rhino we don’t think that age should determine whether you can or cannot hire a car (within reason on course!). Most car rental agents charge a young driver surcharge for any driver under the age of 25 and this can be as much as £15 per day, often making the overall cost of hiring a car out of reach, or uncompetitive with other travel options.

The most young-driver friendly car rental agents are:

  • Sixt (Tel: +44 (0) 207 0 188233)
  • Thrifty (Tel: +44 (0) 333 332 1222
  • Europcar (Tel: +44 (0) 371 384 0235
  • Hertz (Tel: +44 (0) 20 7026 0077
  • Avis (Tel: +44 (0) 808 284 6666

When taking into account the minimum age and young-driver fee.

Car rental agent young driver fees

Supplier

Min Age

Young Driver Fee (per day)

Senior Driver Fee (age)

Europcar

22

£27.08

£0 (71)

Alamo

25

on request

£0 (71)

Enterprise

25

on request

£0 (71)

Thrifty

21

£33.00

£0 (71)

Inter Rent

22

£33.33

fee applies (70)

However, hiring a car is a great way to explore beyond the beaten track, or for when your own car is off the road and public transport just won’t cut it. For that reason, whilst we can’t remove the young driver supplement, we have decided to discount our standard rates by as much as 10% for our under 25 car hire customers to make the overall cost more comparable.

 

Up to 10% discount on young driver car hire

So whether you are 21, 22, 23 or 24, hiring a car needn’t be out of reach and you can still enjoy the benefits that car hire brings without having to dig too deep. As a young driver, you will need pay the surcharge directly to the rental agent on arrival when collecting the car and are still required to produce your driving license, of which you must have help for at least 2 years without any major endorsements (as with all ages).

So whether you are a 21 year old looking to hire a car in Spain, a 22 year old wanting to hire a car in Italy or a 23 year old looking to hire a car in the UK whilst yours is off the road, we hope that our extra discount will help you get behind the wheel in a more affordable way. Don’t forget, our experienced team will help you chose the best car if needed, as it’s important to look at the total cost including young driver surcharge as the cheapest base rate may not always offer the cheapest overall option, but our team are on hand the help.

Can I hire a car at 21?

In order to hire a car in the UK, a driver must be over the age of 21 with a full and valid driving licence. The driver must have held this licence for at least 1 year.
In some cases, for example if a driver wishes to hire a luxury vehicle, an older age/longer licence may be required.  The majority of hire car companies in the UK apply an additional fee for a driver under 25. The table below shows the minimum age and fee for hiring a car in the UK:

This demonstrates that Europcar appear to be the most young driver friendly supplier with the lowest daily fee and permitting drivers as young as 22 years old, only Sixt and Thrifty allow younger drivers at 21.

Top Under 25 Car Hire Locations

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Thrifty Car Rentals for Drivers Under 25

If you’re a driver under the age of 25 looking to rent a car for your next adventure, you’ve made it to the right place. Forget the rumors you’ve heard about needing to be at least 25 to rent a car. Thrifty offers rentals to those ages 20 years and up.* Here’s all the information you need as a young rental car driver so you can get on the road.

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Rental Requirements for Drivers Under 25

Ready to hit the road with your first rental car? Reference this checklist to make sure you have everything you need.

  • Be at least 20 years old (unless you’re in New York or Michigan, where the age limit is 18 years old).
  • Have a valid driver’s license, in good standing for over a year – that means if you have any recent suspensions, you might not be able to rent.
  • Have a valid debit or credit card – the name will need to match the one on your license.
  • You will be subject to a Young Renter Fee in addition to the standard car rental rate.

How to Rent a Car as an Under 25 Year Old

Renting a car as an under 25-year-old with Thrifty is simple. Follow these three steps to reserve your rental.

  1. Book your reservation online. Choose the location where you’ll pick up the car, the dates of your rental, and the car class you would like to rent.
  2. Enter your contact information and confirm your reservation. If you decide to prepay, you will also need to provide your payment details.
  3. Your car is now reserved. Don’t forget: Bring your valid driver's license and your debit or credit card with you when you arrive at the Thrifty car rental location.

Rent a car under 25 near me

FAQs About Renting a Car Under the Age of 25

We know that it’s important to have all your questions answered, especially if you’re doing something for the first time. To help ease your mind, here are answers to some frequently asked questions by young renters.

How old do I have to be to rent a car with Thrifty?

The minimum age to rent a vehicle with Thrifty is 20 years old throughout the U.S. and Canada, and 18 years old in New York and Michigan.

Can I rent a car at age 18?

Yes. Renting a car at age 18 is possible in a few specific instances. See below.

  • U.S. Government Exceptions: If someone is a United States military personnel or Government Employee and can provide official government paperwork to the rental location in which they are inquiring, they will be able to rent a car at age 18.
  • State Government Exceptions: In both Michigan and New York states, the minimum car rental age is 18 years old, as officially mandated by the state government.

What is a Young Renter Fee?

A Young Renter Fee (also called an Age Differential Charge or Underage Driver’s Fee) is an additional fee that is applied along with the standard car rental rate to reservations of drivers ages 20-24.

What cars can I rent when under 25?

If you are under 25, the majority of Thrifty car classes, from compact cars to SUVs, are available for you to rent. Some specialty vehicle classes, such as the StyleSeries, are excluded.

Why is there an age limit to rent cars?

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports that drivers under the age of 25 are statistically more likely to be involved in auto accidents than drivers who are over the age of 25. Statistics of auto accidents involving drivers ages 25 and up are dramatically lower than the accident rates of young drivers.

However, safe and qualifying drivers who are between the ages of 20 and 24 (or ages 18-24 in Michigan and New York) are able to rent cars with Thrifty. In order to do so, young renters will be subject to a Young Renter Fee.

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*Renters under 25 years old are subject to a Young Renter Fee. Fee varies based on renting location and car class. Car class restrictions apply. Minimum age to rent in NY & MI is 18. Additional terms and conditions apply, see Policies and Fee Information for full details.

Can you rent a car under 25 in US?

Can You Rent a Car Under 25 in the US and Canada? Yes. The minimum age to rent a vehicle with Enterprise is 21 throughout the U.S., except in Michigan and New York where the minimum age to rent is 18. Any U.S. government employee can rent at 18 years of age but must show the rental location his or her official orders.

Why do you have to be 25 to rent a car?

Some car hire companies require drivers under 25 to take out the car insurance policy that they offer, even if the driver is already covered with an external policy, and in some cases a higher excess fee is charged if the car is damaged.

Can I rent a car at 18?

Renters must be at least 20 years old to rent a vehicle at most locations in the U.S. and Canada. In Michigan, New York and the province of Quebec, the minimum age to rent a vehicle is 18. In Alabama and Nebraska, the minimum age to rent a vehicle is 19. A valid driver's license (in good standing for over a year).

Can a 22 year old hire a car?

Young drivers aged between 21-25 are limited to a selection of cars and vans. If you are under 25, you may also have to pay a Young Driver Surcharge. All vehicle age requirements are shown to you during the car selection process.