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.
How the right vehicle is confirmed
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.
Travelling with children and bags
If children are coming along on the trip, working out the practical details before you book can shape which car suits you. List each child's age and height, since these determine the type of seat required, and count how many seats you will bring yourself. Then tally the luggage: note the number of suitcases, holdalls and smaller bags, and measure or estimate the size of the bulkiest items, such as a folded buggy or a travel cot. Record whether you will need boot space kept clear during the day for shopping or coats. Share this combined list of passengers, seats and bags when you ask for a quote, and raise any questions about vehicle groups. Seat suitability questions can be directed to the seat manufacturer's guidance.
Coordinating more than one passenger
Travelling with several people calls for a bit of coordination before the hire is arranged. Ask each passenger to confirm their availability for the proposed dates and note the addresses where they would like to be picked up and dropped off, especially if these differ. Keep a running list of everyone's luggage, flagging anything unusually shaped such as skis, a bike rack box or a large instrument case, along with approximate dimensions. Agree a contact number for each person in case plans shift on the day. When you request a quote, include the passenger count, the pick-up notes and the bag summary, and ask about anything unclear, such as whether a people carrier or an estate would better match your list.
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Things to check 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.















