Economy Car Hire Edinburgh | Compact Cars for Rent in Edinburgh

Economy car rental in Edinburgh

The most popular models representing the mini, compact, and economy car segments in Edinburgh are: Citroen C3, Toyota Corolla, Toyota Auris, Opel Astra, VW Golf, Ford Focus and others.

When hiring a budget hatchback, it is definitely worth saving on insurance deposit (franchise). Deposits on small cars in Great Britain vary from 100 to 1.000 euro/dollars. Check the rental conditions of each car in your selection to find a vehicle with a minimum deposit.

If your routes in Great Britain are foreseen to pass through hilly areas or mountains, it is not recommended to consider very small cars for rental. Their engines are usually insufficient for a confident driving on the roads with long or steep climbs.

At the rental office in Edinburgh, consider to take a 'Breakdown Assistance' package or ask an officer for a contact data to use in case of a vehicle breakdown. Cheap cars are sometimes unpredictable in operation.

Upon receipt of the rental invoice, please check that all the information, as well as the final payment amount do match the data in your voucher.

OrangeSmile.com wishes you a safe and great trip to Edinburgh!

Detailed FAQ on the rental process

Driving Advices for Great Britain – Traffic Regulations and Road Usage Peculiarities

In order to make a payment, you will need to make a call to a special number (you can specify the number in your hotel or travel agency), tell the number of the car, and a credit card number.

The driving style of local motorists can be described as calm. The main danger for foreign visitors is other tourists, who can make unexpected maneuvers because of the unusual traffic regulations.

Petrol is quite expensive in the UK. The cost of a standard liter of fuel is approximately 1.20 pounds. However, nice quality of main roads and the absence of long and exhausting traffic jams allow economizing fuel.

Sightseeing of Edinburgh, Great Britain

Edinburgh: topics

Residents of Edinburgh are quite friendly and sociable, even though they may seem to be a bit closed at first glance. Finding an explanation to this fact is not really complicated - the fact is according to the local etiquette rules people should stay calm during the acquaintance or at the first meeting. Locals usually greet each other with the phrase «How do you do?» and a slight handshaking (by the way, this is true for both men and women). Locals do not like to talk to strangers. They will not refuse to help a lost tourist, but talking to strangers even on any ordinary topic is considered a sign of bad taste. Residents of the city have great respect to elderly people. They always pass them forward in stores and free seats in subway. Travellers are also recommended to follow these rules, otherwise your behavior may seem strange and bewildering.

Edinburgh natives have much respect towards the privacy of other people, so you should not ask them about their work or family relationships. Such themes as sports and weather are much more suitable subjects for communication. You can also discuss contemporary literature. Some of local customs may seem strange to visitors. For example, if you visit someone’s house, its host can give presents to its guests. If you are offered a gift, you absolutely shouldn’t reject it or you will offend the house’s host. National holidays of Edinburgh have always attracted many visitors from other countries. The number and choice of celebrations is really high – there are over 10 colorful festivals during a year, plus other celebrations.
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