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10.0

Everything was great from start to finish. We got a nice new SUV as requested, drop and pickup were easy and we got our $250 deposit back with no issues a few days later. Credit card was enough for insurance and we were warned about the risk of not getting additional insurance but not forced to actually take it. Overall amazing experience!Reviewed Mar 28 2024

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4.0

Even though we had coverage from a 3rd part insurance provider they insisted that we left with their basic cover package at $40 extra a day. I sent a few emails and they removed the charge 48hours later and refunded for the 2 days.Reviewed Dec 1 2023

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10.0

Very friendly and helpful. Car was great to drive. The only issue I had was Gatwick Airports charging for driving through the airport.Reviewed Oct 10 2023

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4.4

Cons:I don't know why but the price was duble.Reviewed Jun 23 2019

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2.0

Pros:Kayak and carrentals were providing incomplete information about car rental process and cost. Quotation was given without insurance cost which once added inflated the overall cost to become very expensive and noncompetitive. This may be good for US residents with the right credit card.Cons:You must provide clear guidance on insurance issue and whether it is included or not. I paid four times the quoted price for half the period and my main concern was to return the vehicle ASAP rather than getting on with my trip. The trick of small print was not expected from big providers like you.Reviewed Apr 9 2019

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8.8

Pros:Pick-up was slow; they could have done with more staff. The ones who were there coped very well. The duty manager kept us all informed as to the progress of the queue, which was much appreciated. Dorota (Dorothy) checked me in and provided excellent customer service.Cons:See above.Reviewed Mar 2 2019

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8.4

Good ValuePros:No issue with the car and we drove about 850 milesCons:Waited in line for 30 minutes to pick up the car Inside front windshield was not cleaned well before pickupReviewed Sep 3 2018

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6.8

Plan for some major extra costsPros:The car was clean and ran well, and they were very friendly on pickup and drop off.Cons:Your Canadian insurance is not applicable in Europe. Only in North America. Well, remember when you get extra insurance in Canada, and it’s $10 a day? Not in Europe. The first quote from the attendant was 42 pounds a day (that’s $70 CAD!!!). Yes. A day. When we started asking questions, it got better. Roadside assistance removed. 12 pounds. Our $200 quote for a rental turned into $550. However, all said and done, they treated us well, and the car was clean and comfortable (although check for a spare - we had none). When we talked to our friends who rented in Ireland, they made all the arrangements to rent from Canada, and the cost was identical. So the warning is, the cost you see is for the rental. Multiply it by 150 to 200% for the real cost.Reviewed Aug 6 2018

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4.4

Deceptive. Will rip you offPros:The car was clean. That's about it. Everything else is wrong with this agency.Cons:They don't advertise they will force you to buy insurance at 20 pounds a day or you won't be able to take the car! In addition, when you pay with a non-UK credit card (which of course accepts pounds) they will convert themselves to pound sterling and rob another 3.5% of the total. Avoid them if you have the chance.Reviewed Mar 22 2017

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5.2

Theft insurance is mandatory, and different than cPros:The car was fine. The folks in the car lot were friendly.Cons:During check-in, they told me I needed to either pay 10 pounds a day for theft insurance, or allow them to put 1,000 pounds on my car for deductible. They told me it was separate and different than coverage from my insurance provided by my airline credit card. It seemed wrong, but I was in a hurry. I have never paid "theft" insurance on a car rented in the UK, or anywhere else in Europe.Reviewed Dec 22 2016

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• Where is the best pickup location for Europcar car hires in Gatwick?

  The best pick-up location for Europcar car hire in Gatwick is The Gatwick Airport branch, not only because it is the only Europcar branch in Gatwick, but also because car hire directly from airports has several benefits, such as you are always able to drop the car off after hours at the airport. You'll find the fleet of cars is modern, clean and extensive, and the pick-up and drop-off locations are the same, with easy access to and from the M25 motorway.

• What are the different car rental benefits or amenities offered by Europcar in Gatwick?

  One of the benefits of booking a hire car from Europcar in Gatwick is you'll have access to electric cars. Not only are electric cars the best way to reduce your carbon footprints and make a contribution to environmentally friendly travel, but they are also good for your budget as the running costs are cheaper. There are electric charging stations in both the North and South terminals of Gatwick airport and plenty in the city. Chargemaster Charging Station at the Holiday on Povey Cross Rd and Pod Point Charging Station are popular charging points in convenient locations.

• Where are the best places to park Europcar car hires in Gatwick?

  The best places to park depend on the type of parking you are looking for. You will find free and paid-for on-street parking throughout the city, but if you are looking for overnight or long-term parking it's best to look for a parking lot. Parking lots are also the safest option for your Europcar car hire. Addison Gatwick Parking Lot in South point, Old Brighton Rd S and Purple Parking Lot at Charlwood Rd in the nearby areas of Horley are popular choices for cheap parking. 

• What is the most popular car hire from Europcar in Gatwick?

  Compact (Peugeot 2008 or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type from Europcar in Gatwick.

• How many car hire locations does Europcar have in Gatwick?

  Europcar has 1 hire location in Gatwick. Take a look at our Europcar hire location map to find the best car hire near you.

• Does Europcar have a car hire location at the airport: Heathrow airport (LHR)?

  Yes

• Does Europcar offer shuttle or airport pick-up services from Heathrow airport (LHR)?

  Yes

• Does Europcar have a car hire location at the airport: Gatwick airport (LGW)?

  Yes

• Does Europcar offer shuttle or airport pick-up services from Gatwick airport (LGW)?

  Yes

• Does Europcar have a car hire location at the airport: Stansted airport (STN)?

  No (according to our data)

• Does Europcar offer shuttle or airport pick-up services from Stansted airport (STN)?

  Yes