Car hire - how do I know what car I need?

Here at Intack Self Drive, we have a diverse fleet of reliable and convenient options, with over 500 vehicles to choose from. So how do you know what to pick?

We’ve been doing this for over 50 years now, so we know how important it is to select the right hire car. The last thing we want is for you to end up with a hire that holds you back – and that’s why we’re here! We’ve put together some key questions to ask yourself when making your choice of vehicle.

Where are you going?

We’re all about keeping travel straigh­tforward, and we know you want that too. Considering where you’ll be using the car can make your choice and your driving experience a lot easier. For example, if you’re heading to a city, you’ll need something like a city car to navigate narrow streets and parking spots. Alternatively, rougher terrain calls for something like the Mitsubishi L200 with its four wheel drive and off-road driving mode to keep your journeys smooth.

How many people are going with you?

How many of us still have memories of being a kid on a road trip, crammed into a tiny car with no room to move? We can do better than that. Think about how many people you’ll be driving around before making your choice. For multiple passengers, our VW Caddy Maxi Life or large estate cars are great options to ensure all colleagues or family members are comfortable.

What are you taking with you?

Calculating how much room you’ll need doesn’t just mean seats. If you’re heading out on a longer trip with lots of luggage, you’ll need extra storage space, so make sure you choose a car with the right boot size. Consider one of our medium estate cars so that nothing gets left behind!

How long are you going for?

The length of time you need a car for actually determines the hire package you’ll need. For anything under 28 days, daily hire is best – for anything more, our flexi car hire is the way to go.

We understand better than most that plans change. If you need to return the vehicle earlier than planned, we’ll refund you for the time you haven’t used, no questions asked. On flexi hire, you can also extend the hire time for as long as you need!

What is your budget?

We’re proud to provide quality car hire at an affordable cost, and we won’t be beaten on price. Even so, every customer's budget is different. Our car rates start at £22.13 per day and go up to £40.70 per day – it just depends on what you want to spend. Our hire cars provide peace of mind at all levels, with service and maintenance costs and 24-hour breakdown cover included in the price.

Any other questions?

We’ve covered the key points, but if you’re still unsure what hire car is right for you, we’re here to help. Combining variety and quality with outstanding customer service, you can’t go wrong with Intack. For expert advice, call our team on 0125457811 today, and we’ll suggest a vehicle to meet all your needs.