Book Europcar hire cars in Gatwick

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Europcar car hire prices in Gatwick

Economy$50/day
Compact$61/day
Intermediate$55/day
Luxury$97/day
Compact SUV$61/day
Compact estate car$119/day
Best prices found by KAYAK users in the past 48 hours.

Pros

"good location, , no queue."(in 257 reviews)
"Excellent , support and service."(in 101 reviews)
"The "(in 101 reviews)

Cons

" at pick-up."(in 231 reviews)
"Worst rental of my life."(in 28 reviews)
" here again!"(in 22 reviews)

Reviews for Europcar in Gatwick

Overall rating6.5 OkayBased on 16 reviews
Cleanliness
7.6
Comfort
7.1
Overall
6.3
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.2
Value for money
6.3

Recent reviews

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10.0
Everything was great from start to finish. We got a nice new SUV as requested, drop and pickup were easy and we got our $250 deposit back with no issues a few days later. Credit card was enough for insurance and we were warned about the risk of not getting additional insurance but not forced to actually take it. Overall amazing experience!Reviewed 28 Mar 2024
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4.0
Even though we had coverage from a 3rd part insurance provider they insisted that we left with their basic cover package at $40 extra a day. I sent a few emails and they removed the charge 48hours later and refunded for the 2 days.Reviewed 1 Dec 2023
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10.0
Very friendly and helpful. Car was great to drive. The only issue I had was Gatwick Airports charging for driving through the airport.Reviewed 10 Oct 2023
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4.4
Cons:I don't know why but the price was duble.Reviewed 23 June 2019
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2.0
Pros:Kayak and carrentals were providing incomplete information about car rental process and cost. Quotation was given without insurance cost which once added inflated the overall cost to become very expensive and noncompetitive. This may be good for US residents with the right credit card.Cons:You must provide clear guidance on insurance issue and whether it is included or not. I paid four times the quoted price for half the period and my main concern was to return the vehicle ASAP rather than getting on with my trip. The trick of small print was not expected from big providers like you.Reviewed 9 Apr 2019
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8.8
Pros:Pick-up was slow; they could have done with more staff. The ones who were there coped very well. The duty manager kept us all informed as to the progress of the queue, which was much appreciated. Dorota (Dorothy) checked me in and provided excellent customer service.Cons:See above.Reviewed 2 Mar 2019
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8.4
Good ValuePros:No issue with the car and we drove about 850 milesCons:Waited in line for 30 minutes to pick up the car Inside front windshield was not cleaned well before pickupReviewed 3 Sept 2018
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6.8
Plan for some major extra costsPros:The car was clean and ran well, and they were very friendly on pickup and drop off.Cons:Your Canadian insurance is not applicable in Europe. Only in North America. Well, remember when you get extra insurance in Canada, and it’s $10 a day? Not in Europe. The first quote from the attendant was 42 pounds a day (that’s $70 CAD!!!). Yes. A day. When we started asking questions, it got better. Roadside assistance removed. 12 pounds. Our $200 quote for a rental turned into $550. However, all said and done, they treated us well, and the car was clean and comfortable (although check for a spare - we had none). When we talked to our friends who rented in Ireland, they made all the arrangements to rent from Canada, and the cost was identical. So the warning is, the cost you see is for the rental. Multiply it by 150 to 200% for the real cost.Reviewed 6 Aug 2018
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4.4
Deceptive. Will rip you offPros:The car was clean. That's about it. Everything else is wrong with this agency.Cons:They don't advertise they will force you to buy insurance at 20 pounds a day or you won't be able to take the car! In addition, when you pay with a non-UK credit card (which of course accepts pounds) they will convert themselves to pound sterling and rob another 3.5% of the total. Avoid them if you have the chance.Reviewed 22 Mar 2017
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5.2
Theft insurance is mandatory, and different than cPros:The car was fine. The folks in the car lot were friendly.Cons:During check-in, they told me I needed to either pay 10 pounds a day for theft insurance, or allow them to put 1,000 pounds on my car for deductible. They told me it was separate and different than coverage from my insurance provided by my airline credit card. It seemed wrong, but I was in a hurry. I have never paid "theft" insurance on a car rented in the UK, or anywhere else in Europe.Reviewed 22 Dec 2016
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Where can I find Europcar hire cars in Gatwick?

Address

London Gatwick South Terminal

Phone

+44 371 384 3408

Good to know

Most popular location

London Gatwick South Terminal

Most popular car type

Compact

Average price

$71/day

Good deal

$53/day

Top tips for hiring a car from Europcar in Gatwick

  • London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is one of England's main entry points into the country. You can expect new cars, low prices and friendly service when you book Europcar hire cars at Gatwick Airport. Whether you hire a car for pleasure or business, you can select the most suitable car at Europcar Gatwick. Europcar values contributing to a sustainable future and is proud to be the first car hire company at Gatwick Airport that provides a sustainable development programme, with its Green Programme.
  • In the United Kingdom Europcar fleet, you can choose from a range of cars, including automatic models, which are great for urban driving, eco-friendly cars with electric and hybrid models, luxury cars for extra comfort and economy cars to save on fuel. You may also select the size that suits you: small and medium cars for fuel efficiency, family cars for large groups or intermediate-sized cars or hatchbacks for extra luggage room.
  • When you book Europcar hire cars in Gatwick, you will be offered the basic protection, which is mandatory in your hire agreement and has a full excess. This protection allows for limited liability in case of damage or theft. There are also two other types of coverage: medium protection and premium protection. The medium protection further reduces your financial liability, with a lower excess, and protects against damage to the headlights, tyres and windscreen. The premium protection package releases you from financial responsibility, with zero excess in the event that a collision, theft or attempted theft results in damage to the vehicle, windscreen, mirrors, headlights or tyres. To reserve a premium package, you must be at least 26 years old, and luxury models are not included.
  • You can book Europcar hire cars in Gatwick city and either return it there or drop it off at a different Europcar location in London or around England. Hiring a car from Europcar one way is inexpensive and straightforward; simply let the provider know you want to pick up a car and leave it at another location. The vehicle models and locations where this service is available vary from place to place and might include an extra fee.
  • 25% of our users found car hire from Europcar in Gatwick for $53 or less.
  • Book your car hire from Europcar in Gatwick at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price.
  • Compact car hire from Europcar in Gatwick are around 5% cheaper than other car types, on average.

FAQs about hiring a car from Europcar in Gatwick

  • Where are the best pickup locations for Europcar hire cars in Gatwick?

    If you are flying into Gatwick, you can book Europcar hire cars at London Gatwick Airport (LGW). Europcar has a car hire office at South Terminal. If you arrive at North Terminal, follow the signs for South Terminal and use the free monorail to access it. Then follow the signs to the car hire area. Head over after you've landed, and a Europcar staff member will greet you and bring you to your car.

  • What are the benefits or amenities offered by Europcar in Gatwick?

    You can pick the vehicle of your choice when you use Europcar Gatwick. Simply book a Europcar hire car in Gatwick online and select which car you prefer. Automobile experts chose the Gatwick Europcar fleet to fit the English landscape. With one-way car hire, Europcar also offers flexible booking options that let you select the pick-up and drop-off locations. You can make changes or modifications to your reservation online or by phone.

  • Where are the best places to park Europcar hire cars in Gatwick?

    London Gatwick Airport (LGW) has an array of car parks for you to use. These include short stay, long stay, premium parking and valet parking. If you head into Central London, you can also find some parking solutions. Most on-street parking is metered or for residents only; however, on weekends, the parking regulations in London are quite lenient. The majority of the resident-only parking spaces are free to use all weekend long, while on Sundays, the majority of the metered parking spaces are free.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car from Europcar in Gatwick?

    On average a car hire from Europcar in Gatwick costs $71 per day.

  • What is the most popular car hire from Europcar in Gatwick?

    Compact (Volkswagen Golf SportWagen or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type from Europcar in Gatwick.

  • How many car hire locations does Europcar have in Gatwick?

    Europcar has 1 hire location in Gatwick. Take a look at our Europcar hire location map to find the best car hire near you.

  • Does Europcar have a car hire location at the airport: Heathrow airport (LHR)?

    Yes

  • Does Europcar offer shuttle or airport pick-up services from Heathrow airport (LHR)?

    Yes

  • Does Europcar have a car hire location at the airport: Gatwick airport (LGW)?

    Yes

  • Does Europcar offer shuttle or airport pick-up services from Gatwick airport (LGW)?

    Yes

  • Does Europcar have a car hire location at the airport: Stansted airport (STN)?

    No (according to our data)

  • Does Europcar offer shuttle or airport pick-up services from Stansted airport (STN)?

    Yes