Arnold Clark Car & Van Rental Reviews 

32,814
TrustScore 5 out of 5

4.9

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Evaluating 4,132 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers frequently praise the friendly staff for their helpful attitude, making every interaction pleasant and stress-free. People frequently mention that the vehicle collection and drop-off process is exceptionally smooth, fast, and straightforward. Consumer feedback also shows the immaculate condition of the cars and vans, ensuring comfortable journeys. Some reviewers were not happy with occasional delays during pick-up or unexpected waiting times at the service center. A few people also mentioned minor communication difficulties or bureaucratic hurdles when dealing with specific documentation requirements. Despite these isolated hiccups, travelers consistently emphasize that the overall service exceeds expectations.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I called local car rental providers for 10 days UK hire. Arnold Clark were not the cheapest or most expensive but based on their reviews I decided to give them a try. Unfortunately the initial cal... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Customer service and the standard of vehicle are excellent. The customer service team are professional and always very helpful. Good advice on the best vehicle to chose for my needs from a wide vari... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The service you recieve off staff at arnold clark carlisle cannot be beaten,from collection to returning the car.friendly,polite and care about the customer, new vehicles,everything straightforward an... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

What amazing service!! I left my prescription sunglasses in the centre console of my rental car. Arnold Clark staff located the glasses and posted them to my home in Australia. Today I received a c... See more

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  1. Car Rental Agency

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Hassle-free car and van hire in over 35 cities and airports throughout Scotland and England. Check our website for exclusive offers and more services.

Arnold Clark Car & Van Rental

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About us
Arnold Clark Car & Van Rental is part of the Arnold Clark Group – Europe’s largest independent car retailer. Established in 1963 with just 12 cars, we now have 37 branches across the UK and a nationwide fleet of over 55,000 vehicles. We provide expert vehicle hire and unique rental solutions to customers all over the world.
We care
At Arnold Clark Car & Van Rental, your opinion matters to us and we always welcome your feedback. We’re continuously seeking new ways to improve the way we do business and your feedback can help us do that. Tell us what you think of our service on Trustpilot; what you loved and what we could do better.
Car and van hire
With 37 rental branches across the UK, including all major airports, our unrivalled range of vehicles includes cars, vans, people carriers, automatics and 4x4s. All of our rental vehicles are under a year old and our competitive prices come with comprehensive insurance as standard.
One-way hire
Simply looking for a vehicle to get you from A to B? We offer one-way vehicle hire to and from any of our branches. This flexible approach to rental is perfect for those moving house or just using a different transport solution to get home.
Corporate rental
Our corporate rental clients range from Premier League football teams to Hollywood film studios. With competitive rates and tailored fleet solutions, we offer bespoke business packages that cater to all rental requirements.
Dual control hire
From only £18 per hour, our dual control hire is the perfect way to get more driving experience. The cars come with two sets of controls, allowing for an experienced driver to keep learners safe on the roads.

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4.9

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very pleasant and helpful as well as…

Very pleasant and helpful as well as being very efficient on the phone and in person

August 10, 2026
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Reply from Arnold Clark Car & Van Rental

Hello,

Thank you for your lovely review! We're delighted to hear that you found our team pleasant, helpful, and efficient both on the phone and in person.

Providing friendly, professional service at every stage of the rental process is something we take great pride in, so it's wonderful to know that this stood out during your experience. We really appreciate your feedback and look forward to welcoming you back again in the future.

Laura
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Arnold Clark is the only choice!

Arnold Clark is our car rental company of choice in the UK. We have used them 3 times now. They have beautiful cars to choose from and the staff is always kind and professional. The rates are fair and the process is always so easy. Definitely recommend.

August 3, 2026
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Reply from Arnold Clark Car & Van Rental

Hello Daniel,

Thank you for your wonderful review and for making Arnold Clark your car rental company of choice in the UK. We're delighted to hear that you've chosen to rent with us on three occasions and that we've consistently provided a positive experience.

It's great to know that you've enjoyed our range of vehicles, found our team kind and professional, and appreciated our fair pricing and straightforward rental process. Customer loyalty means a great deal to us, and we're thrilled to have earned your recommendation.

We truly appreciate your continued support and look forward to welcoming you back for your next rental.

Laura
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Friendly competent staff and well…

Friendly competent staff and well serviced vehicle.

August 13, 2026
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Reply from Arnold Clark Car & Van Rental

Hello,

Thank you for your review! We're delighted to hear that you found our staff friendly and competent, and that the vehicle was well serviced and met your expectations.

Providing reliable vehicles and excellent customer service is always our priority, so it's great to know we delivered on both. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to welcoming you back again in the future.

Laura
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Faultless service from start to finish…

Faultless service from start to finish highly recommended

August 15, 2026
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Reply from Arnold Clark Car & Van Rental

Hello Russell,

Thank you for your fantastic review! We're delighted to hear that you received faultless service from start to finish. Providing a smooth, hassle-free experience and excellent customer care is always our goal, so it's wonderful to know we met your expectations.

We truly appreciate your recommendation and look forward to welcoming you back again in the future.

Laura
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I recommend this car rental company

I recommend this car rental company. Everything was simple.

August 15, 2026
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Reply from Arnold Clark Car & Van Rental

Hello Aurelie,

Thank you for your recommendation! We're delighted to hear that you found everything simple and straightforward. Making the rental process easy and hassle-free for our customers is always our goal, so it's wonderful to know we delivered.

We really appreciate your feedback and look forward to welcoming you back again in the future.

Laura
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My go to place for van hire

Easy process from booking to returning the van. Girls in the office were professional and explained everything clearly. Great van to drive.

August 14, 2026
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Reply from Arnold Clark Car & Van Rental

Hello James,

Thank you for your great review! We're delighted to hear that the entire process, from booking to returning the van, was easy and hassle-free.

It's wonderful to know that our office team provided a professional service and explained everything clearly, helping you feel confident and informed throughout your rental. We're also pleased to hear that you enjoyed driving the van.

We really appreciate your feedback and look forward to welcoming you back for your next hire.

Laura
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great van hire service

Another van hire from Arnold Clark to move furniture for the family. Cannot fault them at all. Customer service is great, quick, friendly and efficient, and vans are good quality and always clean.

August 15, 2026
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Reply from Arnold Clark Car & Van Rental

Hello Karyn,

Thank you for your fantastic review and for choosing Arnold Clark again for your van hire needs! We're delighted to hear that you've consistently had such positive experiences with us.

It's great to know that our customer service team provided a quick, friendly, and efficient service, and that the vans were clean, well-maintained, and ready for the job. Knowing that we could help make moving furniture for your family a little easier means a lot to us.

We really appreciate your continued support and look forward to helping you with your next van hire.

Laura
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent easy procedure to hire a…

Excellent easy procedure to hire a vehicle van

Very helpful staff

August 15, 2026
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Reply from Arnold Clark Car & Van Rental

Hello Andrew,

Thank you for your great review! We're delighted to hear that you found the vehicle hire process easy and straightforward. It's also wonderful to know that our team was helpful and made your experience a positive one.

We really appreciate your feedback and look forward to assisting you again in the future.

Laura
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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Great co

Great co! BUT requested smaller suv for Scottish b roads & was not helped. So driving was doubly harrowing. 😫

July 22, 2026
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Reply from Arnold Clark Car & Van Rental

Hello Anne,

Thank you for your review and for choosing us. We're pleased to hear that you had a positive experience overall and appreciate your kind comments about our service.

We're sorry to learn that we weren't able to provide the smaller SUV you had requested for driving on Scotland's roads. We understand how important having the right vehicle can be, and we're disappointed to hear that this impacted your journey.

Your feedback is valuable and will be shared with the team as we continue to improve our service. Thank you again for your comments, and we hope to have the opportunity to provide a better experience next time.

Laura
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent book

Excellent personel attention, the price, the car & the book conditions are without final surprises.

August 15, 2026
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Reply from Arnold Clark Car & Van Rental

Hello Albert,

Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear that you were pleased with the personal attention you received from our team, as well as the value, the car, and the booking process.

It's especially great to know that everything was clear and straightforward, with no unexpected surprises along the way. Providing a transparent and hassle-free experience is something we always strive for.

We really appreciate your feedback and look forward to welcoming you back again in the future.

Laura
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Reply from Arnold Clark Car & Van Rental

Hello,

Thank you for your review! We're pleased to hear that your previous rental experience met your expectations. Providing a reliable and consistent service is something we strive for, so it's great to know we delivered.

We appreciate your feedback and look forward to assisting you again in the future.

Laura
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Reply from Arnold Clark Car & Van Rental

Hello Makhan,

Thank you for your fantastic review! We're delighted to hear that you received great service from Nicola. We'll be sure to pass on your kind comments, and we're sure she'll be pleased to know she made such a positive impression.

We really appreciate your feedback and look forward to welcoming you back again soon.

Laura
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

First class

Very friendly staff could not be more helpful

August 6, 2026
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Reply from Arnold Clark Car & Van Rental

Hello Alan,

Thank you for your lovely review! We're delighted to hear that you found our staff friendly and helpful. Providing excellent customer service and making the rental process as smooth as possible is always our goal, so it's wonderful to know we met your expectations.

We really appreciate your kind feedback and look forward to welcoming you back again in the future.

Laura
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Quick and easy process for a rental

The staff took time to understand my needs for the car and also took time to show any key features the car had which made me feel instantly comfortable, i feel arnold clarke understand the importance of individual needs and support. The process took no longer than 25 minutes including a walk around the car.

July 31, 2026
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Reply from Arnold Clark Car & Van Rental

Hello Antoine,

Thank you for your fantastic review! We're delighted to hear that our team took the time to understand your individual needs and ensure you felt comfortable with the vehicle before setting off.

It's great to know that the handover process was thorough yet efficient, and that our colleagues were able to explain the car's key features clearly. We believe every customer is different, and we're pleased that our personalised approach and support made such a positive impression.

We really appreciate your kind words and look forward to welcoming you back again in the future.

Laura
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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Chaos

Always book car at Edinburgh airport with bus transfer to center 5 mins. Thia time uses a big bus with no one to help with bags ( used small minbus previously and the driver helped). No room for all the cases and unauitabke for seniors to use. Told bus stop 1 but actually 5. Long wait in center. Staff and car good

August 6, 2026
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Reply from Arnold Clark Car & Van Rental

Hi Kim,

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We're pleased to hear that you were happy with both the car and the service provided by our team.

We're sorry to learn that the airport transfer experience was not as smooth as on your previous visits. We appreciate your comments regarding the larger bus, luggage space, assistance with bags, and the confusion over the bus stop location. We understand how important a comfortable and convenient transfer is, especially when travelling with luggage or for senior passengers.

Your feedback is valuable and will be shared with the relevant team for review. Thank you again for your comments, and we hope to welcome you back for an even better experience in the future.

Laura
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Staff very good

August 14, 2026
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Reply from Arnold Clark Car & Van Rental

Hello,

Thank you for your review! We're delighted to hear that you found our staff very good. Our team works hard to provide excellent customer service, so it's always great to receive such positive feedback.

We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience and hope to welcome you back again soon.

Laura
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great friendly service

Great friendly service

August 10, 2026
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Reply from Arnold Clark Car & Van Rental

Hello Dean,

Thank you for your review! We're delighted to hear that you received great, friendly service from our team. Providing a warm welcome and excellent customer care is something we take great pride in, so it's wonderful to know this made a positive impression.

We really appreciate your feedback and look forward to seeing you again in the future.

Laura
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very helpful ladies in office when went…

Very helpful ladies in office when went to pick up van and quick and easy with handover of van

August 13, 2026
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Reply from Arnold Clark Car & Van Rental

Hello David,

Thank you for your lovely review! We're delighted to hear that our team made the collection process quick and easy for you. We'll be sure to pass your kind comments on to the ladies in the office, who will be thrilled to know their helpful service was appreciated.

Thank you for choosing Arnold Clark Van Rental, and we look forward to assisting you again in the future.

Laura
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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Read my comments about the space at the…

Read my comments about the space at the yard.

August 14, 2026
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Reply from Arnold Clark Car & Van Rental

Hello Hannu,

Thank you for your feedback. We're sorry to hear that you found the car park area smaller than expected and that this impacted your experience. We understand that ease of access and manoeuvring space are important when collecting and returning a vehicle.

We appreciate you taking the time to share your comments, as they help us identify areas where we can improve. Thank you for choosing Arnold Clark, and we hope to have the opportunity to provide you with an even better experience in the future.

Laura
Arnold Clark Car & Van Rental

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Easy from start to finish

Easy from start to finish. Online and in showroom

August 15, 2026
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Reply from Arnold Clark Car & Van Rental

Hello Gail,

Thank you for your review! We're delighted to hear that your experience was easy and straightforward from start to finish, both online and in the showroom. Making the rental process as simple and convenient as possible is something we always strive for.

We really appreciate your feedback and look forward to welcoming you back again in the future.

Laura
Arnold Clark Car & Van Rental

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