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Toyota Aygo
or similar Mini
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Manual
4
1
A/C
3
€29.27
per day
Free cancellation
8.4
Very Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
Downtown
HAWKINS ROAD
Drop-off information
Downtown
HAWKINS ROAD,
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Ford Focus
or similar Compact
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Manual
5
2
A/C
5
€30.41
per day
Free cancellation
8.4
Very Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
Downtown
HAWKINS ROAD
Drop-off information
Downtown
HAWKINS ROAD,
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Renault Kangoo
or similar Intermediate Commercial Van/Truck
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Manual
2
6
No A/C
2
€25.06
per day
Free cancellation
8.4
Very Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
Downtown
HAWKINS ROAD
Drop-off information
Downtown
HAWKINS ROAD,
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Unlimited mileage
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Nissan Juke
or similar Compact SUV
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Manual
5
2
A/C
5
€31.00
per day
Free cancellation
8.4
Very Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
Downtown
HAWKINS ROAD
Drop-off information
Downtown
HAWKINS ROAD,
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Unlimited mileage
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Vauxhall Vivaro
or similar Standard Commercial Van/Truck
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Manual
3
8
No A/C
4
€25.54
per day
Free cancellation
8.4
Very Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
Downtown
HAWKINS ROAD
Drop-off information
Downtown
HAWKINS ROAD,
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Vauxhall Corsa
or similar Economy
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Manual
5
2
A/C
5
€29.83
per day
Free cancellation
8.4
Very Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
Downtown
HAWKINS ROAD
Drop-off information
Downtown
HAWKINS ROAD,
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Low deposit
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Unlimited mileage
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Renault Master
or similar Full-size Commercial Van/Truck
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Manual
3
6
No A/C
2
€31.57
per day
Free cancellation
8.4
Very Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
Downtown
HAWKINS ROAD
Drop-off information
Downtown
HAWKINS ROAD,
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Unlimited mileage
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Nissan Qashqai
or similar Intermediate SUV
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Manual
5
3
A/C
5
€33.90
per day
Free cancellation
8.4
Very Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
Downtown
HAWKINS ROAD
Drop-off information
Downtown
HAWKINS ROAD,
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Mercedes-Benz A-Class
or similar Compact Elite
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
2
A/C
5
€37.17
per day
Free cancellation
8.4
Very Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
Downtown
HAWKINS ROAD
Drop-off information
Downtown
HAWKINS ROAD,
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Low deposit
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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
or similar Oversized Commercial Van/Truck
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Manual
3
5
No A/C
4
€37.91
per day
Free cancellation
8.4
Very Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
Downtown
HAWKINS ROAD
Drop-off information
Downtown
HAWKINS ROAD,
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
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Mercedes-Benz C-Class
or similar Premium
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
2
A/C
5
€40.75
per day
Free cancellation
8.4
Very Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
Downtown
HAWKINS ROAD
Drop-off information
Downtown
HAWKINS ROAD,
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
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Peugeot 5008 5+2
or similar Standard Van
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Manual
7
1
A/C
5
€43.56
per day
Free cancellation
8.4
Very Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
Downtown
HAWKINS ROAD
Drop-off information
Downtown
HAWKINS ROAD,
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
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Ford Kuga
or similar Standard SUV
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Manual
5
2
A/C
5
€43.97
per day
Free cancellation
8.4
Very Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
Downtown
HAWKINS ROAD
Drop-off information
Downtown
HAWKINS ROAD,
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Unlimited mileage
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Ford Tourneo Custom
or similar Luxury Van
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Manual
9
3
A/C
5
€44.46
per day
Free cancellation
8.4
Very Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
Downtown
HAWKINS ROAD
Drop-off information
Downtown
HAWKINS ROAD,
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Low deposit
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Unlimited mileage
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Ford Galaxy
or similar Full-size Van
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Manual
7
2
A/C
5
€46.28
per day
Free cancellation
8.4
Very Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
Downtown
HAWKINS ROAD
Drop-off information
Downtown
HAWKINS ROAD,
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
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Mercedes-Benz E-Class
or similar Luxury
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
2
A/C
4
€51.48
per day
Free cancellation
8.4
Very Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
Downtown
HAWKINS ROAD
Drop-off information
Downtown
HAWKINS ROAD,
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Average deposit
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Unlimited mileage
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Volvo XC60
or similar Full-size SUV
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
3
A/C
5
€62.21
per day
Free cancellation
8.4
Very Good
Rental office
Pick-up information
Downtown
HAWKINS ROAD
Drop-off information
Downtown
HAWKINS ROAD,
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
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Showing 9 out of 17 cars
The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 02:38 on 17/03/26. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.
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Table of contents
- Cheapest car rental rates
- Why book with us?
- Travel information
- Top 20 locations near Colchester (Downtown)
- Map of top car rental locations
- When to book in Colchester (Downtown) and for how long?
- Car rental information
- Most popular car models of rental suppliers
- Car rental statistics
- Top supplier in Colchester (Downtown) in 2026
- Award-winning service
Travel information
Languages
English
Currency
GBP
Drive on
Left-hand side
Country code
+44
Average car rental price
€48 per day
Average car rental length
8 days
Speed limit within town
48 km/h
or
30 mph
Speed limit out of town
96–112 km/h
or
60–70 mph
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.08%
Average gas price
€1.64 per liter or €6.21 per gallon
Lowest gas price
€1.57 per liter or €5.94 per gallon
Highest gas price
€1.79 per liter or €6.78 per gallon
Top 20 locations near Colchester (Downtown)
- Colchester Shrub Endfrom €42.98 per day4.4 km / 2.73 miles away
- Clacton-on-Sea Downtownfrom €42.33 per day18.4 km / 11.43 miles away
- Braintree (Downtown)from €42.98 per day24 km / 14.91 miles away
- Ipswich Southeastfrom €42.98 per day26.2 km / 16.28 miles away
- Ipswich (Downtown)from €31.46 per day26.4 km / 16.4 miles away
- Chelmsford (Downtown)from €31.09 per day33.1 km / 20.57 miles away
- Southend-on-Sea Airport Areafrom €21.89 per day38 km / 23.61 miles away
- London Southend Airportfrom €22.48 per day38.1 km / 23.67 miles away
- Rayleigh Downtownfrom €27.15 per day39.6 km / 24.61 miles away
- Rayleigh Railway Stationfrom €27.15 per day39.6 km / 24.61 miles away
- Southend-on-Sea Downtownfrom €42.98 per day40.5 km / 25.17 miles away
- Basildon (Downtown)from €21.89 per day45.7 km / 28.4 miles away
- Pitsea Railway Stationfrom €26.75 per day46.1 km / 28.65 miles away
- London Airport Stanstedfrom €23.56 per day47.6 km / 29.58 miles away
- Bishop's Stortford (Downtown)from €43.81 per day53.3 km / 33.12 miles away
- Harlow (Downtown)from €56.61 per day56.5 km / 35.11 miles away
- Romford Gallows Cornerfrom €57.26 per day58.6 km / 36.41 miles away
- Thetford Downtownfrom €41.24 per day60.4 km / 37.53 miles away
- Sittingbourne (Downtown)from €42.83 per day61.2 km / 38.03 miles away
- Gravesend (Downtown)from €40.76 per day62.4 km / 38.77 miles away
Map of top car rental locations
A
Enterprise
HAWKINS ROAD,
When to book in Colchester (Downtown) and for how long?
When are car rental prices the lowest in Colchester (Downtown)?
The cost of renting a car in Colchester (Downtown) varies by season. The table and graph below can help you find the best time of year to save on a rental car.
Saver's insights
| Cheapest monthDecember | Most expensive month August | |
| A good deal €41 | Cheapest supplier Enterprise | Cheapest car type Small cars |
Average rental costs per day in Colchester (Downtown)
€75
€38
€0
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
€68
in August
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
€25
in December
Dec
The cheapest month of the year to rent a car in Colchester (Downtown) is December — when rental costs average €25.14 per day. This is 46% cheaper than the yearly average and 63% cheaper than renting a car in August (when prices average €68.40 per day).
This information can help you identify the low season. But these are only average numbers. How much your car rental will cost will depend on the type of vehicle you rent, how long you’ll rent it for, and how far ahead you book. Simply enter your dates in the form at the top of the page to see the exact prices.
What is the most popular time of year to rent a car in Colchester (Downtown)?
Based on how many users search for a car in in Colchester (Downtown), travelers are most likely to rent a car in August, while they are least likely to rent in in August.
Monthly searches in Colchester (Downtown) by pick-up date relative to the average
1.1
0.6
0
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Same as average in August
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Same as average in December
Dec
For how long do renters keep their vehicles in Colchester (Downtown)?
How long travelers keep their rental cars varies by the time of year: in December the average rental period is 13 days, while in August, the average rental period is only 3 days.
Average number of rental days in Colchester (Downtown)
14
7
0
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
3 days in August
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
13 days in December
Dec
Car rental information
| 🔥 Popular suppliers | Enterprise |
| 🚗 Popular car types | Premium cars, large cars |
| 🤑 Lowest price | €39 per day |
| 👛 Cheapest supplier | Enterprise |
Most popular car models of rental suppliers
| Rental Supplier | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enterprise | Mercedes-Benz C-Class | 5 | 2 | Premium car |
| Enterprise | Renault Kangoo | 2 | 6 | Large car |
Car rental statistics
Total rental companies
1
Average daily price
€48
Lowest daily price
€39
Total cars available
25
Top supplier in Colchester (Downtown) in 2026
Enterprise
8.4
Very Good
Value for money
8.2
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
8.7
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
8.6
Car condition
8.8
€39–€107
per day
HAWKINS ROAD,
01206871571
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Sat
08:00-13:00
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