Young driver car hire with Edinburgh Car Rental

We're the cheapest, most flexible and most convenient way to rent a car in Edinburgh, guaranteed!

Young driver car hire with Edinburgh Car Rental

We're the cheapest, most flexible and most convenient way to rent a car in Edinburgh, guaranteed!

Young Driver Car Hire Edinburgh

You're only young once! Whilst this phrase is of course true, it doesn't take in to account the difficulty that young people can face when trying to rent a car.

Hiring a car when you are aged less than 25 can be very hard and is a worldwide problem facing young people, not just in Edinburgh. The main problem is that the most well known car rental companies simply won't rent to anyone under 25 and the few that will charge astronomical fees to do so. Why is this? It all comes down to insurance. Young drivers are essentially a bigger risk and have a higher chance of having an accident but it's not very fair to apply that to every young person with a driving licence is it?

Young driver car hire with Edinburgh Car Rental

At Edinburgh Car Rental we take driving experience, qualifications and even personality in to account when considering hiring to a younger driver. In short, we assess every driver individually and because of this we probably rent to more young people than anybody else in Edinburgh.

There is a limit to what we can offer though. For example, the more powerful or prestige cars on our fleet are off limits unless you are a regular customer who has proven themselves to be trustworthy. It's also important to note that reasonable charges and higher security deposits may apply to younger drivers.

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Our best rates for young drivers aren't available to book online so if you're under 25 and need to rent a car in Edinburgh then please chat to us online, visit our contact page or call 0131 207 0878 and we'll be happy to discuss hiring a car to you.

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with Edinburgh Car Rental is rated 4.9 / 5 by 125 people.


"My experience with you was great! I have no complaints."

     (5 / 5)

- 28 July 2022


"I had a great experience with your team. Miguel was easy to work with on the front end and very helpful. Drop off was quick and easy. Thanks again for your help."

     (5 / 5)

- 25 July 2022


"We are having a very good days. I have to say that is the best car that I have ever rent in any country. Starting from your attention and finishing with the quality of the cars."

     (5 / 5)

- 24 July 2022


"The car rental experience was great and super easy! We will definitely use again and recommend to others!"

     (5 / 5)

- 24 July 2022


"We were really impressed by how everything was handled, from our first contact to the pick up in Newbridge, to returning the keys and the car six days later. The upgrade and the car were simply amazing. I still think of that car from time to time... For me, as a 24 year old, it was really stressful to found an affordable car hire for our Highlands road trip. Luckily, we found your website! The first impression of the website was a bit shady, so that is the only feedback I have, but I learned in Edinburgh not to judge a book by its cover."

     (5 / 5)

- 27 June 2022


"We had a great time with the car hire. We were upgraded to a Rav 4 which made the trip a lot more fun. Thank you very much for such a great experience."

     (5 / 5)

- 24 June 2022


"The experience is perfect."

     (5 / 5)

- 9 June 2022


"We were really content and happy with the car hire. Your colleague was really nice and the paperwork was done quickly. The car itself was really clean and has been a good companion on our trip. We found the price and contract conditions really fair, especially considering that we count as young drivers in Scotland. We can definitely recommend hiring a car with you."

     (5 / 5)

- 9 June 2022


"We really enjoyed hiring a car at your place, great service, friendly people and a very good cost-benefit-ratio. Aileen, my girlfriend, will come back to Scotland with her family for some weeks in September. Maybe she'll contact you soon for hiring a car for one or two weeks."

     (5 / 5)

- 8 June 2022


"I have to say you have provided me with the best service during this experience. Your car is so clean and in a excellent condition. It was a nearly new car and it is equipped with smart devices allowing us to drive safely and with ease. Thank you so much for giving us an fantastic experience hiring car! We will definitely hire a car from you next time when we go to Scotland!"

     (5 / 5)

- 3 June 2022


"It was a good experience. Amazing car and good price."

     (5 / 5)

- 3 June 2022


"We thought that the car hire experience was amazing! Service was quick. The car was very easy to drive and I'm glad we were able to find an automatic, and the cost for everything was very reasonable considering we're two students. I really appreciated everything, usually it's very complicated to rent when you're under 25 and companies offer very little flexibility - very appreciative of your help and your service."

     (5 / 5)

- 8 Aug 2021


"As young drivers it was especially difficult for us to find a reasonably priced car hire company, but EdinburghCarRental did not disappoint. The booking process was fast and smooth, Michael and Norbert were very helpful and informative. We even got a car update free of charge, so we had a lovely Highlands trip. Returning the car, even outside of opening hours was not an issue and we quickly got our deposit back within a few days. We will definitely be renting from you again in the future."

     (5 / 5)

- 5 Aug 2021


"As always, loved the rental service! The car was superb. Cost was affordable and no hidden costs. Perfect for students under 25 age."

     (5 / 5)

- 02 Oct 2020


"Couldn't be more pleased with the service, the vehicle and the experience in general. Graeme made the process very easy, he gave us a larger car at the same cost so we could fit all our luggage since we had quite a bit. We couldn't be more pleased with the car, it was very new, gave us no problems and made our trip very smooth and easy. As an under-25 driver this option was be far the best, offering a much fairer and affordable price compared to competitors who charge ridiculous numbers for young driver fees. I will definitely be renting from you again and recommend to my friends as well."

     (5 / 5)

- 1 Oct 2020


"The experience was great! You guys were really helpful and were definitely the best option and most understanding regarding the fact that we were under 25 years old. The service was great, the cost was very reasonable and the overall experience was great. I would definitely hire a car from you guys again."

     (5 / 5)

- 1 Oct 2020


"The car hire experience with you was nothing but positive. Compared to other car rental companies, your price was the most fair, even with the included young drivers fee. Also your service was perfekt, just as the fact that you even paid for our taxi costs to get to the pick up destination. All in all, I have nothing to complain about!"

     (5 / 5)

- 1 Oct 2020


"First of all, thanks for your trust into young drivers. I was very happy with your car, the price and the completion. The stuff from the store were very friendly. I got my deposit back a few days after the last day so it was all good."

     (5 / 5)

- 1 Oct 2020


"Overall the experience was very good and great value for money. Not sure if you know but Graeme gave us a free upgrade to a BMW X2, so that was pretty amazing! We returned the car out of hours at no extra cost and it all went very smoothly.

People were all very nice and friendly, straight to the point with all car related things. Information was clear and the deposit was returned promptly.

Only downside is probably the website and the fact that it is not one of these big brands that you recognise. The feedback on social media (one of which from a friend of ours) is what helped us feel comfortable and trust you."

     (5 / 5)

- 29 July 2020


"The car hire experience was great! I was given a much nicer car than I reserved and the price was really affordable. Service was good and the guys I spoke to were nice. One thing that could be improved is including some basic information on how to use the car - I was pretty confused by mine because it was much nicer and newer than what I am used to. Overall a great experience and I would recommend your business to my friends."

     (5 / 5)

- 27 July 2020


"I loved the service, the prices, the car, the sights, and the sounds! Thank you so much for trust youths like myself and my wife with your car. It was truly a blessing and I hope you guys find a lot of success in your business."

     (5 / 5)

- 26 July 2020


"I can say my experience was like a light in the darkness of hiring a car when you're under 25. The car was great, I thought it was a good cost and Graeme was a very nice person, very helpful. I would happily rent again with your company if I need to."

     (5 / 5)

- 21 July 2020


"It was an excellent experience for me, no complaints whatsoever. The car was great, so was the price and the pick up and return process was smooth. Thanks for providing a great service, I will definitely use your company again next time I'm there."

     (5 / 5)

- 19 July 2020


"The price of the hire was amazing, we were offered a free upgrade and had an amazing trip. Could not be happier with the service. Thanks."

     (5 / 5)

- 19 July 2020


"I had quite an unforgettable trip and the car served admirably for a trip up to Skye! I am very grateful that I found you and Graeme, who took the time to give me a run-through of controls and tips for handling. The cost was very reasonable, and it was a significant part of my decision to opt for a car hire rather than a bus tour. Appreciate doing business with you both - thank you so much again."

     (5 / 5)

- 11 Dec 2019


"So first of all, the vehicle was really nice since we got the upgrade to a new VW Tiguan. Cant complain with that.

For the service, you were very helpfull as was Graeme when we picked up the car.

And since you were the only one who didnt charge that much for the young drivers fee, the price was also good. Especially, that we could add the second driver for just 40 pounds for the whole duration of the journey. That was quite cheap.

So all in all, I quite enjoyed it and have nothing to complain about. Thank you for your service and your help."

     (5 / 5)

- 22 Nov 2019


"Overall the booking with your company was quite pleasant. I don't have any critique about the service, the car or anything. The only thing I suggest is to send an overview about the deposit, if anything got deducted, we had to wait for your credit card bill to find out. Otherwise everything perfect! Would book again."

     (5 / 5)

- 12 Nov 2019


"I had an excellent car rental experience and would/have recommended your services to others. Was delighted to be upgraded for free to a nicer car ! Everyone was very helpful and there were no issues picking up the car or dropping it off and I received my deposit back in full with no surprises which I was very happy with."

     (5 / 5)

- 28 Oct 2019


"I have nothing but positive feedback for our experience with Edinburgh car rental. The staff were amazing and were in regular contact and made everything really straightforward and easy. We were upgraded to a bigger car for free and it was clean and modern. The price was also much cheaper than the other quotes we received from competing companies, especially for me given I was an under 25 driver!"

     (5 / 5)

- 27 Oct 2019


"All parts of your service were excellent. At first I should commend your really fast responsiveness and detailed information. I was positively impressed that despite my late enquiry you prepared me very good deal. I had the feeling that you really care for your customers.

Secondly, I would like to commend your colleague, Mr. Gaeme, who was also very nice and helpful. Despite we came late to his office at Newbridge (a few minutes after the closure time), he was polite and did the deal quickly. He gave us all important and useful information. It was my fault for this lateness, because I didn't see his e-mails, which came in my spam folder. I would like to thank him again for waiting for us!

Moreover, at the office Mr. Geame offered us better car than was at fist expected, for the same price. He also didn't complicate with anything, so anything was completed really quickly.

With the car were I and my 2 friends very satisfied. It was comfortable, economical, safe and easy to drive.

When we returned the car, anything again happened quickly, smoothly and without any problems. We didn't have any additional costs and a security deposit was returned to me the next day. Mr. Gaeme also called a taxi for us, which took us to the airport. anything was as agreed before.

Last but not least, the price for car hire was favourable, especially in comparison with other rent-a-car dealers. I think it was definitely the best offer for drivers under age of 25 in whole Scotland. I'm delighted that you trust young people/students, because I think most of us are safe and responsible drivers."

     (5 / 5)

- 22 Oct 2019


"Working with Edinburgh Car Rental went very well! I couldn't have asked for better help with the representatives. I did get in an accident and that was unfortunate, but the car hire company was very helpful with the entire process and even drove a new car up to me so I could continue traveling. The representative stayed late the night I arrived to pick up the car because my plane was delayed and I greatly appreciated that. The car drove well, the cost for the rental was decent, and the service from the employees was phenomenal."

     (5 / 5)

- 21 Oct 2019


"My experience was great! Cost was good for a young driver, service prompt and polite. The vehicle was brand new--scary to drive, since you know every scratch is definitely your fault!"

     (5 / 5)

- 21 Oct 2019


"Well we were very satisfied with your service. The main reason was maybe the cost because I am in the young driver range and other rental companies billed quite a lot fee for that. But also the comunication with you was very pleasant and car performance with automatic gearbox was very suitable for us because we are not use to drive on the left side of the road and also was almost brand new.

But maybe it was a bit tricky to find you and we were a bit suprised that you are inside the BMW car showroom, also maybe would be nice if you would be directly on the airport."

    (4 / 5)

- 21 Oct 2019


"My overall experience was great! I found the whole booking process really simple and easy and any questions I had were answered quickly.

Edinburgh Car Rental was the only rental company i could find who took my driving history and experience into consideration, providing me with a fair and reasonable hire price as opposed to other companies who simply labelled me a 'young' driver and significantly increased the price.

The car itself was perfect and i had no issues! and the pickup/drop off was hassle free and quick which was great.

Overall, I would definitely recommend Edinburgh Car Rental to anyone i know!"

     (5 / 5)

- 16 Oct 2019


"Overall I was very satisfied with my experience - the car was great and the service was excellent, especially considering that we were late to pick up the car due to rain and traffic.

I'd have two suggestions about how to make things a bit better: first, it would be nice if you provided a map which shows which car dealership to return the car to if you return it outside of the hours that you are usually open because we initially forgot which car dealership to return it to (the dealership across the road). The second thing is that I accidentally filled the car up with more gas when we returned (about a 1/2 full tank) than when we started (about a 1/4 full tank), and it would have been nice to get some credit for that towards the fee for exceeding the millage allowance or towards the price of the hire since we effectively returned the car with an extra 20 pounds worth of gas that we didn't need to pay for.

Thanks again for the car hire, and I may be in contact at some point next spring about renting a car again for next summer!"

    (4 / 5)

- 16 Oct 2019


"My experience was perfect, price was very good compared to other car rental companies. We got a free upgrade, which was unexpected and very nice! I'll make sure to leave a review on google when I get back from work. Thanks again!"

     (5 / 5)

- 16 Oct 2019


"Have to say we were really delighted with the whole rental experience. The entire process for pick up and drop off was seamless, the vehicle was in superb condition, and the customer service provided by yourself and your colleagues via both email and in person was second to none.

As I'm sure you already know the cost of your young drive rental is probably the best around, and the value for money we got with the car was fantastic.

I'll be sure to pay your guys a visit when I next need a rental in Edinburgh. Couldn't recommend you highly enough."

     (5 / 5)

- 16 Oct 2019


"The rental was great, definitely a reasonable price, and it was a very smooth pick up/drop off. I forget the name of the man who served me, he said he was new, but he was great."

     (5 / 5)

- 15 Oct 2019


"The experience was amazing, great value for money, great vehicle and really good service, everything was explained really well beforehand. Had an amazing holiday with it."

     (5 / 5)

- 15 Oct 2019


"Everything was absolutely perfect with the hire. Comunication with Mr Wardlow was fast and very kind, he explained me everything and gave me advices when at his office. I got a free upgrade of the car to a superior class; the car was beautiful and new (less thank 3k miles), absolutely no problem with It. I got back my deposit (very cheap deposit compared to other companies) in a very few days. The price of the rental was fair, even with the young driver fee It was cheap; also the mileage included in the offer was enough to have a nice road trip without any concern. I really enjoyed my stay and the trip, also thanks to your hire service. I couldn't ask for anything better. If I will come back to Scotland I would DEFINITELY get my car from you. Thank you very much, hope to see you soon."

     (5 / 5)

- 15 Oct 2019


"I was very pleased with your service. As you know I was upgraded from a Yaris to a Golf. So that was really awesome. Also the price was quite decent. The young drivers fee is really expensive but I guess that's nothing to complain about to you. All in all I would love to hire a car again next time I'm traveling in Scotland.

I just want to add some small things that could be improved: the car (inside) was a bit dirty when I got it, it would be awesome if you would take care of a shuttle service back to the airport and to have full-to-full policy on the gas. Because I got that car with the tank filled by a quarter and it is harder than you would think to return it with the same amount. I think I ended up giving the car back to you with a tank 50% filled."

    (4 / 5)

- 15 Oct 2019


"Thank you very much - everything was perfect. We even got an upgrade of a car for free and we paid exactly as we agreed."

     (5 / 5)

- 15 Oct 2019


"I think the service I received has been great! The car was perfect, even new and the price suitable. The staff was friendly and very helpful. I recommend this service without any doubt."

     (5 / 5)

- 15 Oct 2019


"It was fantastic! It was a great car, I had no issues and it was cheap and super easy. Thanks so much for your help!"

     (5 / 5)

- 14 Oct 2019


"The experience we had was great! We got a free upgrade to a bigger car, the cost was far more reasonable than any other competitors as a 22 year old driver and the team were very helpful. I would definitely come back and recommend to my family!"

     (5 / 5)

- 14 Oct 2019


"It was a fantastic experience and being upgraded from a Yaris to a BMW 1 series is still something we brag about haha! A really fantastic trip thank you for making it happen!"

     (5 / 5)

- 14 Oct 2019


"Our experience with you gas been amazing. It was the first time for us and we were quite nervous, but everything was absolutely amazing. We couldn't hope for anything better. Thank you so much."

     (5 / 5)

- 14 Oct 2019


"It's been a second time that I hired with you and both times experience was great. Both times I got a free upgrade and was well informed about it. Prices are the best I came across for young drivers in Edinburgh. Regarding vehicles both times they were brand new and I didn't have any issues with them whatsoever. Last time I ran over the mileage limit by a few miles, however, I wasn't charged extra for it and promptly received my full deposit back. I had a very positive experience and have been recommending you for friends. I'd definitely choose your service again in the future if I require a vehicle."

     (5 / 5)

- 14 Oct 2019


"Thank you very much for the great time we had in scotland! We were super happy with the car (we even have been upgraded) and the service was nice, too. We will definitely recommend you!"

     (5 / 5)

- 14 Oct 2019


"We were overwhelmed by your service and help. We had a fantastic time in Scotland thanks to you. We could not ask for more. We were upgraded two or three times and you found the perfect car for us. We needed some space in the car and that is what we got. You were super friendly and both pick up and return was as easy and smooth as you might hope for. And the price was extraordinary!!! No one besides you give young drivers a car with such a low and fair price. We can definitely recommend you! Thanks so much."

     (5 / 5)

- 14 Oct 2019


"Great experience, brilliant car and value for money. Would recommend your service and use it again if I ever came back to the city."

     (5 / 5)

- 14 Oct 2019


"We rented a car from Edinburgh Car Rental - who offers really good prices for young drivers. We arranged to pick up the car out of hours, so we made a payment in advance. Everything was as it should be. The pick up was very easy and close to the airport. The car was almost new and very nice. Returning the car also went without any problems and we got the deposit back. The staff we met was helpful and kind. We have been very happy and we would love to use them again."

     (5 / 5)

- 23 Aug 2019


"We had a great time with the car. It was by far the cheapest one we found thanks to the low charge for young drivers. We got a better car than we had booked and weh ad no problems with it. When we returned the car the was a little scratch in it but it was repaired really cheap (only 20 Pounds). We got our deposit back within a week.Everyone we had contact with was very friendly and helpful."

     (5 / 5)

- 12 Aug 2019


"The vehicule was great especially to drive but for the purpose of the rental it was a bit consumering (I mean we did a roadtrip through Scotland and we had to fill the tank twice). The rental was really easy. But we weren't aware of the fact we weren't obliged to give the vehicule back at the same level of gas it was given to us. Especially knowing I won't have a refund of the gas I payed. But overall it was great. I would recommend!"

   (3 / 5)

- 12 Aug 2019


"Everything was absoluetly fantastic! Mostly we just weren't too sure where the office was at first but the car hire ect all ran perfectly! Thanks again!"

   (4 / 5)

- 10 Aug 2019


"We have been really happy about the car and the assistance provided.

At the beginning we were supposed to hire a Yaris so the Golf we eventually get was an unexpected but pleasant 'upgrade'.

Price was fair too and the service during the check in and check out was fast and professional.

On this basis I'd say our feedback is absolutely positive."

     (5 / 5)

- 07 Aug 2019


"The service you provided us was really great, it was personalised and friendly. The vehicle was also really good, clean and in a good condition. The price for a rental for young driver was also pretty decent, it's really nice that you offer something like that. The only down point was the €90 it cost us at the end for a little scratch on the metal part of the tire. I understand that we had to pay something for the reparation, but I think that there should be some sort of scale for the gravity of the reparation, because €90 for that seemed to us way too expensive. Thanks again for your help!"

   (3 / 5)

- 06 Aug 2019


"I only have great things to say about my experience with you."

     (5 / 5)

- 05 Aug 2019


"Awesome vehicle, great service, best rate we could find (and we did a lot of research). Would 100% recommend to anyone traveling in the area."

     (5 / 5)

- 05 Aug 2019


"We would like to take the chance and thank you and Greame for your great service. We had a great time in Scotland and the car played an important part in our journey. You were the only car hire company who was ok to rent us a "big" car. And the whole process was really simple. Thank you again!"

     (5 / 5)

- 04 Aug 2019


"I had a great car hire experience. We got upgraded to a very nice BMW, a very good car. The service was good, everyone was nice and professional. The only problem was that it was hard to understand where exactly was the office (because it's inside the dealership) and we were not sure to whom we had to leave the keys when we gave the car back (since it was after work hours). The price was really good for the car and service!"

    (4 / 5)

- 03 Aug 2019


"My daughter was very pleased with the car which she thoroughly enjoyed driving. She seemed very happy with the experience."

     (5 / 5)

- 3 June 2019


"We had a great experience with your car rental company. The pick up as well as the drop off was really easy and your colleague even brought us home after we dropped of the car. The car was great, everything clean and in good condition and of course a very good car, we got an upgrade on our arrival day which was awesome. Nothing negative to say, we were really happy :)!

Would definitely book again at your rental company when considering to make a road trip in Scotland again!

Greetings from the Netherlands!"

     (5 / 5)

- 23 May 2019


"Our experience with your car rental was great. It was cheaper than the other companies and you also let us rent a car, even though we're under the age of 25."

     (5 / 5)

- 23 May 2019


"I'd love the service. You came get us at the airport, it was very much appreciated. The service was very reactive to answer and with all given and necessary information.

At the moment I was 24 and the cost was very attractive too for my age at that time. We located a car, and you gave us a better one. The first car was already a high standard. Thanks again. I would not hesitate to go rent a car with your company again if I'd should make a tour in Scotland. I would also recommend your service at any friend that would like to rent a car."

     (5 / 5)

- 23 May 2019


"I am really satisfied because the car was perfect, really new and clean. The cost is absolutely honest and all were very kind to us."

     (5 / 5)

- 21 May 2019


"We had an absolutely fabulous experience.

The cost was super reasonable, even with the young driver surcharge and the £10 a day to get the excess down it worked out to a way better deal than any of the big car rental companies, and I really like how the insurance just covers everything, there wasn't a bunch of add-ons.

We got a free upgrade as well, a Yaris to a Verso, which really was way better suited to our needs, so that worked out exceptionally well!

The car was new, very clean and felt in really good working order.

When I wasn't refunded my full security deposit, they sent me a detailed email and invoice on what I was billed for, which I definitely appreciated, and it felt very fair.

I am 100% planning on renting through you again next time I'm back in Scotland, and have recommended you to all of my traveling friends!"

     (5 / 5)

- 20 May 2019


"The experience was overall great. I'll definitely reccomend you to my friends and others. The car was in good shape, clean and the cheapest we could find. The only downside is that we had to find a bus from the airport to the pick up point. Customer service was also very good. Overall grade: 8/10"

    (4 / 5)

- 20 May 2019


"I was very happy with the car hire. It was a very comfortable car and the price and service was excellent."

     (5 / 5)

- 20 May 2019


"Thank you very very much for all. Thanks to you we had an unforgettable holiday. We will not hesitate to contact you if we come back in Scotland and we will recommend you to everybody."

     (5 / 5)

- 20 May 2019


"In general, all good feedback. Thank you for being so helpful throughout the whole hire and return process. Would definitely hire from you if I need a car again in Edinburgh."

     (5 / 5)

- 21 Dec 2018


"Working with Edinburgh Car Rental went very well! I couldn't have asked for better help with the representatives. I did get in an accident and that was unfortunate, but the car hire company was very helpful with the entire process and even drove a new car up to me so I could continue traveling. The representative stayed late the night I arrived to pick up the car because my plane was delayed and I greatly appreciated that. The car drove well, the cost for the rental was decent, and the service from the employees was phenomenal."

     (5 / 5)

- 17 Dec 2018


"Had an absolutely awesome trip and was very very convenient with your rental provision.

Would love to be able to hire one of your sportier cars next time I am in Scotland. Hopefully we can enjoy a great package like this one as well.

Beautiful country you have!"

     (5 / 5)

- 16 Dec 2018


"All was really good, the service there is great, very smooth and informative. The vehicle was great and the price is really good for being under 25. Will continue to use the service when I need a car for a week or weekend."

     (5 / 5)

- 16 Dec 2018


"We were very satisfied with the service. Communication was easy and quick, and the costs were below anything else I could find (and it wasn't easy to find a car hire being 21 years old). I don't think we would have been able to afford it if you weren't there! We were pleased to be upgraded upon our arrival, the car felt really nice and comfortable, perfect for our long trip."

     (5 / 5)

- 26 Nov 2018


"I can only say good things about our experiences with the car hire. About the cost: It was hard to find a car hire company who would rent a car to drivers younger than 25 years old. And when they would rent us a car, the price was above our budget. The price for hiring the Toyota was a good price that gave us the opportunity to travel through Scotland by car instead of by train. If one of my friends or family wants to hire a car in Scotland I would definitely recommend you."

     (5 / 5)

- 17 Nov 2018


"We had a fantastic experience with the car hire. We were met at the airport, our car turned out to be upgraded, we had no issues on the drive and the drop off went smoothly at the end. We were then refunded our deposit swiftly. A very happy customer. Thanks for your help. We loved having a car for our time in Scotland."

     (5 / 5)

- 8 Nov 2018


"Edinburgh Car Rental is a fantastic company. Michael was very helpful. The prices are so cheap compared to other companies, trust me, I didn't believe it at first. But this company is professional and generous. My hybrid Yaris was a dream to drive and I had zero complications. The refund for the deposit took a few days which is amazing compared to other companies. I loved my Yaris so much that I feel like buying one back at home in Australia, although unfortunately the hybrid version isn't on the market here. They cater to young people as well. I'm 21 and had zero complications getting a car. All in all, Edinburgh Car Rental is the best car hire service in all of Scotland. I'll definitely be using them again."

     (5 / 5)

- 22 Oct 2018


"The car we rented was perfectly fine. It was in great condition and it was very clean. Instructions in advance and at the pick-up very clear and very friendly. We would definitely recommend others to hire a car here, or hire again ourself if we'd be coming back to Schotland."

     (5 / 5)

- 21 Oct 2018


"It was a pleasant journey with the car. Car was smooth, nice and the staff of course friendly. Cost is really reasonable and the communication in the email between us were also very helpful and effective. We will come back if there is any trips in the near future for sure."

     (5 / 5)

- 16 Oct 2018


"We had a wonderful experience with Edinburgh car rental! Both the cars we received were in very good condition and we had no problems with them while we had them. The service was great! It was quick and on time. I originally went with your company because your cost was less than other companies in the area. For someone who is under 25 the price you offer is significantly better than other companies around. We were very happy with our experience here and would highly recommend you to friends and family that may be looking to a hire a car in Edinburgh in the future. We hope to come back soon! Thank you!"

     (5 / 5)

- 15 Oct 2018


"It was good, high ratings on everything. The price was way too high, but we are under 25 so nothing we can really do about that, yours was better than most of the competitors we found.

I do wish the inspection was possible in person so it wasn't as much of a surprise after getting home, but again we dropped the car off before your office was open.

You were very flexible in terms of drop off which we appreciated and the card was good."

     (5 / 5)

- 15 Oct 2018


"I definitely enjoyed hiring with you.

When hiring I found you were quick to answer and helpful, when there was a mix up with the hiring dates.

When collecting and returning the car you were flexible and friendly.

We were offered a free upgrade from a Toyota Yaris to a good sized BMW, which besides from being a nicer ride turned out to be better suited the the Scottish terrain.

And last, but definitely not least, you were the cheapest opportunity for drivers under 25 years, by far.

Recently I spoke to a friend, whom I by chance found out had hired with you as well, and had had a similar good experience."

     (5 / 5)

- 15 Oct 2018


"We had a wonderful experience with Edinburgh Car Rental. Your price was much lower than other car rentals and the service was beyond what we could expect. It was easy to pick up the car, even though we arrived outside normal opening hours, and we were really happy to find out that you had upgraded our car. That was a very nice surprise, which gave us an even better experience in Scotland!

Everything worked out smoothly and we experienced no problems or unexpected extra costs. Your service is amazing and we actually talked about that quite a lot, even after we got back to Denmark. We would definitely recommend you to other people coming to Scotland to experience the country by car!"

     (5 / 5)

- 15 Oct 2018


"There was no service I was able to find that matched your price for the vehicle type (wagon, automatic trans) and the insurance/mileage etc. That alone was a massive win.

In terms of match for the trip, we had a few issues in Skye, as the roads there are quaint, and terrible. The ride-height of the Toyota was not a match for some of the mud and potholes we encountered (even without any off-road travel). We got through, but the gent who inspected the vehicle on return did give the car a thorough inspection. He definitely made me feel a bit nervous about wear due to negligence versus wear from being driven in Scotland for 10 days.

Other than that, everything was perfect. That same gent was quite kind in directing me to the bus to get back to town. When we visit again, I'll definitely be in touch."

     (5 / 5)

- 15 Oct 2018


"Everthing was fine. The vehicle was in a very good overall shape. In our opinion, the costs were pretty low for young drivers and the provided service by Graeme was very kind as well. We really enjoyed our trip and can strongly recommend your company."

     (5 / 5)

- 15 Oct 2018


"I had a great experience renting from your company. I got very timely responses to questions which was very reassuring. It was also the cheapest rental I could find after much research, for a young driver. The car was clean, drove smoothly and was fuel efficient being a hybrid."

     (5 / 5)

- 15 Oct 2018


"Everything was great, service was outstanding and the value was very good as well for what we paid. Car was brand new and exactly as described."

     (5 / 5)

- 15 Oct 2018


"The car hire was excellent, definitely the best car hire experience I've ever had. Pick up and drop off were both easy, reduced young driver fee and availability of an automatic car made the experience much better and more affordable."

     (5 / 5)

- 02 Sept 2018


"There is not much to say, our experience with the car was more then amazing. We were fine about almost everything."

     (5 / 5)

- 01 Sept 2018


"My experience was amazing. To be honest, you saved the day! It cost less than half the price of your competitors and the car you offered was clearly from a better category. On top of that, you were all very helpful. Thanks again for your service. I'd recommend you to anyone looking for a car rental near Edinburgh."

     (5 / 5)

- 31 Aug 2018


"We really enjoyed our trip and nothing of it would have been possible without the car and the price for hire. As we are two under 25 drivers the prices of other companies were just unbelievable.

It was the perfect car to visit Scotland and very easy to adapt to. Previously to the hiring, you and your colleagues answer perfectly to all our questions and doubts in excellent times and we would like to thank you for that!"

     (5 / 5)

- 31 Aug 2018


"I was satisfied with the service as well, very welcoming and in search of the best options. Maybe a bit long to reply by mail.

The cost was a bit high but fine I guess in comparison with the other companies. In fact you are one of the only companies offering young driver rentings."

     (5 / 5)

- 04 Aug 2018


"It was a great experience renting with you guys - the car was perfect and the cost was relatively low, especially being under 25."

     (5 / 5)

- 04 Aug 2018


"Our experience with all of your services was simply excellent! If it wasn't for you, we'd probably stay without any possibility to hire a car in Scotland, since nobody wants to hire a car to young drivers or the price for it is almost double as the original price for "older" drivers. So we want to say a big THANK YOU for making that kind of experience happen.

Beside that, we would like to say we're very pleased with your responsiveness and communication with us as your client. Since it was our first time in Edinburgh, we got a little bit lost on our way to your place and we were already running late for our appointment, so I called Mr Graeme and he was instantly willing to send us all of the exact information on how to get to you AND was willing to kindly wait for us until we came (which was more than half an hour past his official workhours). Big thanks!

Also, we've got a free upgrade the last minute and we enjoyed exploring your beautiful country in a brilliant BMW!

Couldn't be more happy with your services, will surely recommend to everybody searching for a car hire company in Scotland."

     (5 / 5)

- 20 July 2018


"I have been travelling for over a month and a half now, we have rented from several car companies, and I have to say that renting through you has been the most relaxing, easiest, and nicest (the car itself, Steven, and yourself) car hire that I have experienced this trip.

As a young driver, I have found it very difficult to find a car hire that was as accommodating as yours. Other car hires were going to charge me more than double the amount because I am under 25, even though I have had 8 years of driving experience. So, finding your car hire that accommodates young drivers was great.

The car itself was great too. It was perfect for driving on Skye and considering I drive on the right hand side at home, it was a comfortable transition to the left side of the road because of the size of the car itself. The only thing we found a bit stressful was making sure we were under the mileage allowance for entirety of the trip, so we had to plan our distances accordingly.

Regardless, I will be sure to recommend your car hire, whether or not they are under the age of 25, to anyone I know of that is travelling to Scotland. Thank you so much for the experience you gave us, we wouldn't have had the chance to travel to Skye if we hadn't found your car hire."

     (5 / 5)

- 14 July 2018


"The vehicle was absolutely brilliant: it was an almost brand new BMW Series 2 coupe although we only paid for an economy car. So it is pretty much unbelievable.

The cost was good, as other companies would make me pay loads just because I was not 25 yet.

I feel like you guys do a great service as you actually value experience and other factors when someone is not 25. Others would not care about anything but the age.

The hire was easy, we wanted a location close to Waverley station but since we went on Saturday afternoon we had to go a bit outside of Edinburgh but by bus it really took just about 40 mins so nothing terrible.

contact was good, mailing was good.

If I go back to Scotland I will definitely contact you guys again and hope you will give me a very good offer that time as well."

     (5 / 5)

- 11 July 2018


"We had a really great experience working with you. We felt well informed and looked after. The price (particularly as young drivers) offered was the best we could find! Thanks for helping make our trip around Scotland possible and enjoyable."

     (5 / 5)

- 11 July 2018


"My parents and their friends were more then happy with the service. The cost was more than fair, car very nice and comfortable.

From my point of view, I can only thank for your help. It was my first experience with car hire and you helped me more that I could ever hope for. All people from the company that I spoke with were truly friendly and nice and I felt really bad for making such a mess with so many changes. I am sorry about that."

     (5 / 5)

- 11 June 2018


"I was very happy with my car hiring experience. Everything was perfect, the car, the service, the cost... I will recommend it for sure!"

     (5 / 5)

- 11 June 2018


"The car hire experience was great! Super easy to pickup/dropoff, no problems with the car whatsoever, very easy. Thanks again for all of your help!"

     (5 / 5)

- 10 June 2018


"Everything was good! Vehicle was a brand new BMW, pick up and drop off very easy. Mr Graham picked us up at the airport and drove us to the company location, and about the costs was much better than I expected at the beginning. In one word: perfect!! Thank you so much, you really made our vacation better! Definitely I will choose you again when I will be back in Scotland!"

     (5 / 5)

- 12 June 2018


"We had a very pleasant experience hiring a car with you. Everything was perfect; we were picked up in time at the airport, the car was nice as well particularly for the price we payed. The car was equipped with everything that we needed. Also, you were very friendly to us and it was helpful that we could drop the car anytime, to avoid any stress. It was made clear what was expected from us and what we could expect from you, it was all crystal-clear. I surely would recommend hiring with you, and if I need to rent a car again, I would definitely go to you. So all in all, I enjoyed the hire!"

     (5 / 5)

- 11 June 2018


"Have to say we were very happy with every aspect. Communication beforehand was very good and helpful. Out of hours pick-up and drop-off worked without a hitch, and the price was good. The Yaris even managed to get through several inches of fresh snow on an unpaved hilly road."

     (5 / 5)

- 11 June 2018


"Our overall experience was really good! We were surprised with a free upgrade, which was great since we had a lot of stuff... The service was great too, everyone was really friendly. We don't have any remarks!"

     (5 / 5)

- 30 Dec 2017


"This may come as a disappointment to you, but I genuinely have nothing suggest that may improve your service and price-point offering. The entire experience was seamless, and the car was great value for money. I will be sure to recommend you to my friends should they want to visit Scotland. If I visit Scotland again, I shall use you as my car rental."

     (5 / 5)

- 29 Dec 2017


"I'm actually really glad that I hired the car from you! You have really good prices for people in the early 20s compared to all the other car rental companies in Edinburgh. Plus we got a free upgrade so that was an even better experience. Overall we are very satisfied indeed."

     (5 / 5)

- 19 Oct 2017


"The car was perfect! The Scottish roads aren't exactly as wide as the ones in the United States so the small form factor of the car was a plus. The service was excellent, Graeme was lovely, he explained everything I needed to know when I picked up the car. I arrived a bit late to drop off the car due to some unexpected traffic but one of his colleague was here and was able to forward the car keys. I want to thank you again for having a fair price and no absurdly high young driver fees. The 150 miles per Day limitation wasn't a problem at all, we "only" drove 800 miles and were able to visit everything we wanted, from the Island of Skye to Inverness. If I ever come back to Edinburgh or have friends visiting the region that need a car rental I'll be happy to direct them to you!"

     (5 / 5)

- 19 Oct 2017


"The vehicle was extremely easy and very comfortable to drive. I could very quickly learn to drive on the left side with the vehicle. Plus the built-in gps was very useful and helped us a lot when we were driving in Scotland. I was very pleased about the cost. Other car rental services had huge prices for the young driver fee, so I am very grateful that there is a car rental company like this, so younger people can more openly plan road trips to Scotland. Service was excellent. I got every needed information and help through email and I thank everybody for their kindness and helpfulness. The airport pick-up service was actually very good, because otherwise I believe we would have gotten lost. Graeme was very nice and welcoming and it was really easy to sort through the rental things with him. Overall the hire experience was excellent and I was very pleased with everything. I would definitely want to rent a car from you again if I visit Scotland some day again."

     (5 / 5)

- 16 Aug 2017


"Not a bad word to say. Absolutely perfect every single aspect and a great price. Would recommend to anyone visiting."

     (5 / 5)

- 14 Aug 2017


"We had a great experience! The service and cost were both fantastic, and our vehicle was also very nice. We would definitely use your service again, and recommend to our under 25 year-old friends. Thanks again for your help!"

     (5 / 5)

- 14 Aug 2017


"The all experience has been excellent. The vehicle (of course) better than expected, the assistance very fast and kind and with a vary fair price compared with other companies we contacted. Surely I will recommend you to everybody planning to visit Scotland."

     (5 / 5)

- 13 Aug 2017


"The service was great, car was great (we got an upgrade to a Mini Cooper Countryman, so we were very pleased) and deposit was returned very fast. In comparison to other companies, this was our best option on price so we are glad everything worked out well."

     (5 / 5)

- 13 Aug 2017


"Customer service was fantastic! Very warm and welcoming, with offered beverages during our small wait. For 12 days in Scotland, the price for our car was very affordable, and we will definitely be using this company again for our next visit! Thank you! Our experience with you guys was wonderful!"

     (5 / 5)

- 12 Aug 2017


"I had a very pleasant experience hiring with you. The service was great, quick and easy pick up. Car was just as expected, easy to drive, perfect with the sat nav, bluetooth and USB charge. Good heating/aircon. The cost was good. Graeme told us everything we needed to know. Delivery of the car was also quick and easy! The guys in security helped us call a taxi and sorted out the papers."

     (5 / 5)

- 12 Aug 2017


"We were extremely satisfied with the vehicle. To be honest it was far better than what I was expecting since I knew as an underage driver my options for vehicles are limited. I believe it was a fair price that we paid. I really really enjoyed driving the Toyota Yaris. Graeme was really great and quick to answer any questions I had. I highly recommend any underage drivers to rent from Edinburgh Car Rental."

     (5 / 5)

- 21 June 2017


"I think overall it was a great experience, the prices were good and the car was new and of good quality. The service was excellent as well (steve who handed us the car on the first day was very professional and efficient) and good that we were able to rent despite being below 25yo. Overall a great experience. Thank you."

     (5 / 5)

- 21 June 2017


"I'd like to congratulate the quality of service from your company. The staff was very helpful in the process and I really appreciated the fast responses I received from you, unlike other car rental companies. I just would like to point out that it was hard to find the company, it doesn't appear in the top pages of the usual search engines, and was almost by luck that my friend recommended you."

     (5 / 5)

- 05 June 2017


"We really enjoyed the car hire. The car was in good condition, easy to drive and comfortable. Service was perfect, people were nice, friendly and professional. I really appreciated that people show us confidence. The cost is the least expensive that we had found in Edinburgh as a young driver!"

     (5 / 5)

- 27 Nov 2016


"Nice hearing from you. The service was exceptional, the car went like silk and the company offered us only advantages and assistance in case we needed it. For a young driver as me the price was the best I could find, and for all the service I got I think it is more than anyone can expect. I will recommend the service to everyone that needs it and will repeat in case I visit Scotland again. No regrets at all, best selection I could have done. Thank you for everything."

     (5 / 5)

- 22 Sept 2016


"I used you twice this year and had a very good experience both times. Allan was especially helpful on both occasions and it was well priced for young drivers. I have/will be recommending yourselves to other drivers needing a rental in the Edinburgh area."

     (5 / 5)

- 22 Sept 2016


"Nathan and I had an excellent experience hiring from you. The car was in perfect condition and was exactly what we needed for a short trip around Scotland. As far as cost goes there was no other place which offered hire as cheaply for young drivers. The service was excellent from start to finish - especially the lift to the airport after returning the car! I would definitely recommend the service to any young drivers looking to hire."

     (5 / 5)

- 22 Sept 2016


"Thank you for your email and service. Our experiences were all positive. The vehicle is in good shape as expected, service was generally hassle-free, the cost was lower compared to other companies since we are young drivers and we are satisfied with everything, thank you!"

     (5 / 5)

- 31 Mar 2016


"We enjoyed driving around in the VW and we enjoyed your service too. Thanks a lot for being so flexible and helpful. As my brother said in Edinburgh, if any of our family members go to Edinburgh and is planning to rent a car, we will for sure suggest them going to you guys."

     (5 / 5)

- 23 Dec 2014


"Both the vehicle and the service were fantastic. The truth is Graeme was always extremely helpful, efficient and professional. I do congratulate you for the service, I really do. Here you have a faithful and satisfied customer. Thanks again for everything."

     (5 / 5)

- 01 Dec 2014


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