Arnold Clark Car & Van Rental Reviews 

32,849
TrustScore 5 out of 5

4.9

While we don't verify specific claims because reviewers' opinions are their own, we may label reviews as "Verified" when we can confirm a business interaction took place. Read more

To protect platform integrity, every review on our platform—verified or not—is screened by our 24/7 automated software. This technology is designed to identify and remove content that breaches our guidelines, including reviews that are not based on a genuine experience. We recognise we may not catch everything, and you can flag anything you think we may have missed. Read more

Review summary

Created with AI, based on recent reviews

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.

What people talk about most

Staff

Reviewers highlight positive aspects of staff, consistently describing team members as professional,... See more

Service

People report positive experiences with service, highlighting friendly, efficient, and professional staff who... See more

Product

Users describe positive interactions with product, consistently highlighting reliable, clean, and comfortable... See more

Customer service

Reviewers mention positive feedback about customer service, highlighting that staff members are consistently... See more

User experience

Clients share positive opinions on user_experience, highlighting fast and easy booking procedures along with... See more

Reviews shaping this summary

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

Company replied

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

Company replied

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

Company replied

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

Company replied


Company details

  1. Car Rental Agency

Written by the company

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

Written by the company

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.

Contact info

4.9

Excellent

TrustScore 5 out of 5

33K reviews

5-star
4-star
3-star
2-star
1-star

Asks customers to review

This company invites their customers to review, whether positive or negative

At Trustpilot, it's all about human content. This business can also access our AI-assisted response tool which helps them draft replies.

How this company uses Trustpilot

See how their reviews and ratings are sourced, scored, and moderated.

4.9

All reviews

(32,849)

4,113 reviews in the last 12 months

Write a review
Companies on Trustpilot aren't allowed to offer incentives or pay to hide reviews. Reviews are the opinions of individual users and not of Trustpilot. Read more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

1st class sevice

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 and quickly done.well done to kerry and colleagues.

August 1, 2026
Arnold Clark Car & Van Rental logo

Reply from Arnold Clark Car & Van Rental

Hello Michael,

Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that the team at Carlisle provided such a first-class experience from collection right through to returning your vehicle. Delivering friendly, professional service and making the rental process straightforward is exactly what we aim for, so it's fantastic to know we got it right. It's also great to hear that you were pleased with the quality of the vehicle and the efficiency of the service. We'll make sure your kind words are passed on to Kerry and the rest of the team, who will be delighted to receive this recognition!

Katie
Arnold Clark Car and Van Rental

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I hired a a van and received first class customer care

We hired a a van and received first class customer care. The staff were friendly, efficient and explained clearly how the van hire process and vehicle worked. The Burngreave team are a credit to Arnold Clark. Thank you

August 10, 2026
Arnold Clark Car & Van Rental logo

Reply from Arnold Clark Car & Van Rental

Hello Patrick,

Thank you for taking the time to leave an excellent review! We're delighted to hear that you received first-class customer care from the team at Burngreave. Providing friendly, efficient service and making sure our customers feel fully informed and confident before setting off is something we take great pride in. Thank you for sharing, we hope to see you again soon!

Katie
Arnold Clark Car and Van Rental

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Good coms prior to arrival

Good coms prior to arrival
Easy booking
Great service
Plane was late but no issues with picking up hire car
Quick delivery and return thank you

August 7, 2026
Arnold Clark Car & Van Rental logo

Reply from Arnold Clark Car & Van Rental

Hello Kate,

Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so pleased to hear that the booking process was easy and that our communication before your arrival helped everything run smoothly. It's especially great to know that even with your flight arriving late, collecting your hire car was hassle-free and convenient.

We're delighted that both the collection and return process were quick and efficient, and we truly appreciate your kind feedback. Thank you for choosing us, and we hope to welcome you back on your next trip!

Katie
Arnold Clark Car and Van Rental

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very efficient and very helpful at the…

Very efficient and very helpful at the carlisle branch, they made the process very easy and j will be going back for a second ti.e definitely

August 10, 2026
Arnold Clark Car & Van Rental logo

Reply from Arnold Clark Car & Van Rental

Hello Edward,

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience! We're elated to hear that the team at our Carlisle branch were so efficient and helpful, and that they made the rental process easy from start to finish. Providing a smooth and stress-free experience is exactly what we strive for, so your feedback means a great deal to us. It's wonderful to know that you're planning to return for a second rental, and we look forward to welcoming you back again soon!

Katie
Arnold Clark Car and Van Rental

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Arnold Clarke are a great company to…

Arnold Clarke are a great company to hire a car, honest and trustworthy

August 6, 2026
Arnold Clark Car & Van Rental logo

Reply from Arnold Clark Car & Van Rental

Hello David,

Thank you for your kind words and for choosing to rent with us! We're delighted to hear that you found us to be an honest and trustworthy company. Building confidence and providing a reliable service for our customers is at the heart of everything we do, so your feedback is greatly appreciated. We hope to have the pleasure of assisting you again in the future and thank you for your recommendation!

Katie
Arnold Clark Car and Van Rental

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Arnold Clark Car & Van Rental logo

Reply from Arnold Clark Car & Van Rental

Hello Sajda,

Thank you for your 5 star review! We're thrilled to hear that you received excellent customer service. Our team works hard to make every rental experience as smooth and enjoyable as possible, so it's wonderful to know we've made such a positive impression. We really appreciate your support and look forward to welcoming you back again soon!

Katie
Arnold Clark Car and Van Rental

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Staff were excellent

Staff were excellent.
Make sure you know what documents are required before you attend if you do it’s painless.
I have used it twice in 7 months.
A clean quality vehicle was supplied.

August 9, 2026
Arnold Clark Car & Van Rental logo

Reply from Arnold Clark Car & Van Rental

Hello Kurt,

Thank you for your fantastic review! It's brilliant to know that our team provided excellent service and that you found the rental process straightforward when arriving with the required documents. It's also great to know that the vehicle supplied was clean and met your expectations.

We truly appreciate your continued trust in us and look forward to helping you with many rentals in the future!

Katie
Arnold Clark Car and Van Rental

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Arnold Clark Car & Van Rental logo

Reply from Arnold Clark Car & Van Rental

Hello Michael,

Thank you for taking the time to leave us a great review! We're delighted to hear that everything was straightforward and that we provided an experience you couldn't fault. That's exactly the kind of hassle-free service we aim to deliver. We really appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you back again in the future!

Katie
Arnold Clark Car and Van Rental

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

An excellent service

Efficient and polite staff.
Smooth transfer to and from airport.
Good value.

August 9, 2026
Arnold Clark Car & Van Rental logo

Reply from Arnold Clark Car & Van Rental

Hello James,

Thank you for your kind words! We are over the moon to hear that you enjoyed such a smooth and efficient experience with us. It's wonderful to know that our team were polite and helpful throughout your hire, and that the airport transfers helped make your journey as convenient as possible.

We're also pleased that you found our service to be good value for money. Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback, and we hope to welcome you back again the next time you need to hire a vehicle!

Katie
Arnold Clark Car and Van Rental

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Van hire at Arnold Clark...Why go anywhere else!

Arnold Clark have the best prices around for short term van hire. Their website is very clear and simple to navigate and picking up the van is a doddle. The staff at the Preston, Lancashire branch are very friendly but still professional and super efficient. Their excess waiver product is really competitive and their fuel prices are a no brainer. Why fuel up outside when you can get a full tank for 20-30p off the fuel pump prices! Arnold Clark are my go to company for van and car hire, full stop.

August 5, 2026
Arnold Clark Car & Van Rental logo

Reply from Arnold Clark Car & Van Rental

Hello Sid,

Thank you for such an amazing review and for your continued support! We're thrilled to hear that we've become your go-to choice for both van and car hire. It's fantastic to know that you've found our pricing competitive, our website easy to use, and the rental process simple from start to finish.

We're especially pleased to hear your kind comments about our Preston branch team. Providing a friendly, professional, and efficient service is what we strive for, and we're delighted that this was reflected in your experience. It's also great to know that our excess waiver and fuel options offered good value and helped make your hire even more convenient.

Thank you once again for your recommendation and loyalty. We look forward to helping you with many more hires in the future!

Katie
Arnold Clark Car and Van Rental

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Better car than booked

Better car than booked, no issue with online rental, shuttle bus on Edinburgh airport with some waiting

Nice short instructions for new leftside driver

August 9, 2026
Arnold Clark Car & Van Rental logo

Reply from Arnold Clark Car & Van Rental

Hello Mirek,

Thank you for your lovely review! It's fantastic to know that the rental process was straightforward and that you were pleased with the complimentary vehicle upgrade. It's also great to know that our team could help make driving on the left a little easier with a clear introduction to the vehicle. Thank you for choosing Arnold Clark, we hope you hire with us again soon!

Katie
Arnold Clark Car and Van Rental

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Good service

Very friendly, clear & good explainationed by Ms Claire

August 7, 2026
Arnold Clark Car & Van Rental logo

Reply from Arnold Clark Car & Van Rental

Hello Dzolkifle,

Thank you for your great review! It's excellent that you received friendly service and that Claire took the time to explain everything clearly. Providing a welcoming experience and making sure our customers feel informed and confident throughout their hire is something we take great pride in.

We'll be sure to pass your kind comments on to Claire, who will be pleased to know she made such a positive impression. Thank you for choosing Arnold Clark, and we hope to see you again soon!

Katie
Arnold Clark Car and Van Rental

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The staff were cheerful and helpful.

The staff were cheerful and helpful.
smooth transition

June 7, 2026
Arnold Clark Car & Van Rental logo

Reply from Arnold Clark Car & Van Rental

Hello James,

Thank you for your kind feedback! It's brilliant to know that our team made your experience such a positive one. Providing a friendly, helpful service and ensuring everything runs smoothly from start to finish is what we strive for, so it's great to know we delivered on that for you. Thank you for sharing!

Katie
Arnold Clark Car and Van Rental

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Super friendly and proficient staff

Super friendly and proficient staff. Van was clean, if scratched somewhat
Both collection and drop off were seamless. Highly recommend

August 9, 2026
Arnold Clark Car & Van Rental logo

Reply from Arnold Clark Car & Van Rental

Hello Lucy,

Thank you for your fantastic review and recommendation! We're so pleased to hear that our team made such a positive impression with their friendly and efficient service. It's also great to know that both the collection and return process were seamless, helping to make your hire experience as straightforward as possible.

We're glad the van met your needs, and your comments about the cleanliness and condition of the vehicle are appreciated. Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback, and we hope to have the opportunity to assist you again in the future!

Katie
Arnold Clark Car and Van Rental

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Stress free experience and very competitive.

The staff are very helpful and welcoming, the hire vehicles are in excellent condition and very competitively priced, all in all a great experience. Would have no hesitation in recommending to others.

July 30, 2026
Arnold Clark Car & Van Rental logo

Reply from Arnold Clark Car & Van Rental

Hello Bobz,

Thank you for your 5 star review! We're thrilled to hear that your hire experience was stress-free from start to finish. It's wonderful to know that our team made you feel welcome and were on hand to help throughout your rental. We're also pleased that you were happy with the condition of the vehicle and found our pricing competitive.

Your recommendation means a great deal to us, and we're delighted that we could provide such a positive experience!

Katie
Arnold Clark Car and Van Rental

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent experience.

Excellent experience.
The transfer back and to the station was great.
Excellent polite staff.

August 9, 2026
Arnold Clark Car & Van Rental logo

Reply from Arnold Clark Car & Van Rental

Hello Andrew,

Thank you for your amazing review! It's great to know you had an excellent experience with us. It's great to know that the station transfer service helped make your journey even more convenient, and that our team provided the polite and professional service we aim to deliver every day. We really appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback and hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back again in the future!

Katie
Arnold Clark Car and Van Rental

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Amazing service

Amazing service. Perfect vehicles with professional assistance. Very easy to book. Highly recommended!

August 9, 2026
Arnold Clark Car & Van Rental logo

Reply from Arnold Clark Car & Van Rental

Hello Muntak,

Thank you for your glowing review! We're delighted to hear that you found our booking process straightforward and enjoyed both the vehicle and the service you received. Our team works hard to make every rental experience as smooth and hassle-free as possible, so it's fantastic to know we delivered for you. We really appreciate your recommendation and your kind words!

Katie
Arnold Clark Car and Van Rental

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Arnold Clark Car & Van Rental logo

Reply from Arnold Clark Car & Van Rental

Hello Cedric,

Thank you for your kind feedback! We're so pleased to hear that you found our team to be professional, kind, and helpful throughout your rental experience. Providing excellent customer service is at the heart of what we do, so it's wonderful to know our staff made such a positive impression.

We really appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback and hope to welcome you back again soon!

Katie
Arnold Clark Car and Van Rental

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent customer service from first…

Excellent customer service from first point of contact right through to returning of the vehicle. Would highly recommend Arnold Clark Vehicle hire and especially the team at Sefton St Liverpool

August 9, 2026
Arnold Clark Car & Van Rental logo

Reply from Arnold Clark Car & Van Rental

Hello Francis,

Thank you for your fantastic review and recommendation! We're delighted to hear that you received excellent customer service throughout your entire rental journey, from your initial enquiry right through to returning the vehicle. Providing a smooth and positive experience at every stage is something we take great pride in.

It's especially wonderful to know that the team at our Sefton Street, Liverpool branch made such a positive impression. I'll be sure to pass on your kind comments to them, as they'll be thrilled to hear their efforts were appreciated!

Katie
Arnold Clark Car and Van Rental

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service in a good central city location

I've used Arnold Clark in Aberdeen City on several occasions. Ideally located for an easy transfer to /from the railway station. They offer great friendly service including a free lift to/from Aberdeen station
Staff are helpful and friendly and on this occasion I was provided with an upgraded car. Thanks.

August 9, 2026
Arnold Clark Car & Van Rental logo

Reply from Arnold Clark Car & Van Rental

Hello Geoff,

Thank you for your 5 star review! We're delighted to hear that our convenient city centre location and complimentary station transfer helped make your journey that little bit easier. It's also great to know that our team provided the friendly and helpful service we strive for, and that the complimentary upgrade was a welcome surprise!

We truly value your continued custom and look forward to welcoming you back the next time you're in need of a rental vehicle!

Katie
Arnold Clark Car and Van Rental

The Trustpilot Experience

Anyone can write a Trustpilot review. People who write reviews have ownership to edit or delete them at any time, and they’ll be displayed as long as an account is active.

We use dedicated people and clever technology to safeguard our platform. Find out how we combat fake reviews.

Learn about Trustpilot’s review process.

Here are 8 tips for writing great reviews.

Verification can help ensure real people are writing the reviews you read on Trustpilot.

Offering incentives for reviews or asking for them selectively can bias the TrustScore, which goes against our guidelines.

Take a closer look