Arnold Clark Car & Van Rental Reviews 

33,157
TrustScore 5 out of 5

4.9

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Evaluating 4,065 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the friendly and professional staff who make the entire process completely stress-free and straightforward from start to finish. People also emphasize the exceptional customer service, noting that vehicles are modern, clean, and provided in top condition for their travels. Travelers enjoy a seamless check-in experience and appreciate the honest pricing without unexpected hidden costs. Some reviewers were not happy with occasional mechanical problems or vehicle performance issues experienced during their trip. A few consumers mentioned difficulties with charging electric vehicles or dealing with unhelpful service regarding vehicle maintenance.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Renting with Arnold Clark has by far been the best experience with any car rental co in the UK. We used to rent from National/Enterprise (we’re from USA) but Arnold Clark was recommended on multiple... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Staff helped us with exactly how to use the car and passing lanes on single lane roads etc Upon return they also helped with getting a city bus. The insurance being full coverage was reassuring. Th... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We booked months in advance, requesting and paid for a vehicle for our Scotland tour. A 9 seater to provide space. We hoped all would be ok. When we arrived we had an exceptional vehicle waitin... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Good customer service, quality cars, and a simple and honest cost of hiring the car, not like other companies who seem to add loads of hidden charges just as you get of a long flight and just want t... 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.
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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

Fast services

Fast services, good prices and excellent conditions

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

Hello Juan,

Thank you for your great feedback! We're so pleased to hear that you found our service quick and efficient, while also offering good value for money. It's fantastic to know the vehicle met your expectations and was presented in excellent condition. We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience and hope to be able to assist you again on your next rental!

Katie
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Perfect experience

I rented a car in Glasglow Prestwick for a week, since the beginning the customer attention was really good. The car was in perfect condition, it seemed new. 100% recommended.

September 2, 2026
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Reply from Arnold Clark Car & Van Rental

Hello Juan,

Thank you for the fantastic recommendation! We're delighted to hear that you had such a positive experience with our Glasgow Prestwick branch. It's wonderful to know that our team provided great customer service from the very beginning and that you were pleased with the condition of your vehicle. We take great pride in maintaining a modern fleet, so it's especially rewarding to hear that the car felt brand new. We really appreciate your kind words and look forward to welcoming you back the next time you're in need of a rental!

Katie
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

staff were helpful and pleasant both…

staff were helpful and pleasant both when picking up car and dropping back off. i would deal them again thank you

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

Hello David,

Thank you for your kind review! We're pleased to hear that our team provided a helpful and pleasant experience both when collecting and returning your vehicle. Making the rental process straightforward and enjoyable for our customers is always our goal, so it's great to know we delivered on that for you. We really appreciate your support and are delighted to hear that you would choose to rent with us again. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future!

Katie
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very processional from start of booking…

Very processional from start of booking to finish.! In particularity the gentleman who booked me in and out.! Nice guy at Kingston Milton Keynes. 👍

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

Hello Ant,

Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We're thrilled to hear that you received such professional service from the moment you made your booking right through to returning the vehicle. It's especially rewarding to know that the team member at our Milton Keynes branch helped make your experience a positive one with his friendly and helpful approach. We'll be sure to pass on your kind words to the team, who will be delighted to receive the recognition. We truly appreciate your support and look forward to welcoming you back for another smooth rental experience in the future!

Katie
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

how car hire should be !!!!

Used the Inverness location recently. Staff were very helpful and accommodating, the hire car was literally brand new and they run a free shuttle back into Inverness if you need it once you have returned the car

September 8, 2026
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Reply from Arnold Clark Car & Van Rental

Hello David,

Thank you for the fantastic review! We're delighted to hear that our Inverness team looked after you so well and made your rental experience a positive one. It's great to know you enjoyed driving one of our brand-new vehicles, and we're pleased that our complimentary shuttle service back into Inverness came in handy after you returned the car. We always aim to make hiring a car as convenient and stress-free as possible, so it's wonderful to hear that reflected in your experience. We really appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you back again soon!

Katie
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Car exactly as ordered and friendly and…

Car exactly as ordered and friendly and capable staff at pickup and drop off ends. Pricing reasonable.

September 8, 2026
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Reply from Arnold Clark Car & Van Rental

Hello Chris,

Thank you for taking the time to leave such positive feedback! We're delighted to hear that the car was exactly as ordered and that our team made a great impression at both collection and return. Providing a smooth, hassle-free rental experience from start to finish is what we aim for, so it's wonderful to know everything went to plan. We're also pleased that you found our pricing reasonable and good value for money. We really appreciate your support and look forward to helping you again on your next rental!

Katie
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Van hire at Manchester Airport branch

I rang Manchester Airport branch. Ryan dealt with my query. He was absolutely brilliant. Listened to concerns I'd had whilst trying to book with Enterprise, Hertz and Elliotts. He sorted a deal which exceeded their service - and even turned out cheaper! Extremely pleased.

September 11, 2026
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Reply from Arnold Clark Car & Van Rental

Hello Pete,

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience! We're delighted to hear that Ryan was able to help and provide the level of service you were looking for.

It's fantastic to know he took the time to listen to your concerns, understand your requirements, and find a solution that not only exceeded your expectations but also offered great value. We'll be sure to pass your kind comments on to Ryan, who will be thrilled to know he made such a positive difference to your booking experience. We truly appreciate your feedback and look forward to welcoming you when it's time for your van hire.

Katie
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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

The manager should switch places with…

The manager should switch places with the customer assistant. The manager was amazing and kind, but the customer assistant was rude and mean

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

Hello Stella,

Thank you for your review. We're sorry to hear that part of your experience didn't reflect the high standard of customer service we strive to provide. That said, we're delighted to know that our manager was able to make such a positive impression with their kindness and support. We appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback, and we hope to have the opportunity to provide you with an even better experience in the future.

Katie
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very helpful and quick service was all…

Very helpful and quick service was all ready to hit the road after 20 minutes

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

Hello,

Thank you for your fantastic review! We're delighted to hear you found the service helpful and efficient, and that we had you on the road within 20 minutes. We really appreciate your feedback and hope you enjoy your journey. We look forward to welcoming you back again in the future!

Laura
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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

BMW rental

Would use again very helpful and friendly

September 7, 2026
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Reply from Arnold Clark Car & Van Rental

Hello,

Thank you for your kind review! We're delighted to hear that you found our team helpful and friendly. Providing excellent customer service is always our goal, and it's great to know we made your experience a positive one. 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

Pick up for van rental from sighthill…

Pick up for van rental from sighthill branch was quick and the service was excellent as I decided to add on extra insurance at last minute, very helpful.

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

Hello,

Thank you for taking the time to leave such a great review! We're pleased to hear that your van rental pick-up at our Sighthill branch was quick and that you received excellent service. It's especially nice to know our team was able to help with arranging the additional insurance at the last minute and make the process as smooth as possible. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to helping you again in the future.

Laura
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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Helpful

Helpful, relaxed

August 29, 2026
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Reply from Arnold Clark Car & Van Rental

Hello,

Thank you for your review! We're pleased to hear you found our service helpful and relaxed. We aim to make the rental process as easy and stress-free as possible, so it's great to know that was reflected in your experience. We appreciate your feedback and hope to see you again soon.

Laura
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent, Personalised Customer Service

Very friendly and accommodating service. They took the time to listen carefully to my specific requests and worked with me to find the best solution. I really appreciated their patience, flexibility and willingness to help. Excellent customer service and highly recommended.

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

Hello,

Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear that you found our service friendly and accommodating. Taking the time to listen to our customers' needs and helping find the best solution is something we pride ourselves on, so it's fantastic to know this made a positive difference to your experience. Your kind words about our patience, flexibility and customer service mean a lot to the team. We truly appreciate your recommendation and look forward to welcoming you back in the future.

Laura
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Overall a good car rental experience

We rented through Celtic Legend. Overall our experience with Arnold Clark was very good. Arnold Clark met us at the Inverness Airport. Quick and easy pick up of our car. The Hyundai Tucson was comfortable and had the added benefit of being hybrid so the gas mileage was nearly 50 mpg. The only problem we encountered was that we intended to return the car in Edinburgh but arrived at the Arnold Clark office in Edinburgh at 5:35 PM and they had closed at 5:30 PM. We had called and asked if they could delay closing for us but the answer was no. We decided to keep the car as we had intended to pick up another car 2 days later. The agent we called at Arnold Clark in Edinburgh was able to arrange for us to keep the car, adjusted our reservation and even refunded the one way rental fee. Other than our request to return the car a few minutes late, our experience with the Arnold Clark staff was very good. The agent we spoke to the following morning in Edinburgh was very friendly and helpful. The agent we spoke to when we called Inverness to pay for the adjusted reservation was also very helpful. (not sure why we had to call Inverness to pay) And the agent who checked us out in Inverness and checked us back in when we returned to Inverness (same agent) was also very helpful. The only poor experience we had was calling the central customer service to try to arrange for a late return in Edinburgh.

August 24, 2026
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Reply from Arnold Clark Car & Van Rental

Hello Kathy,

Thank you for taking the time to share such a detailed review! We're delighted to hear that your overall experience was a positive one, from the smooth airport collection in Inverness to the helpful support you received from our team throughout your rental. It's great to know the Hyundai Tucson exceeded your expectations and helped make your journey more enjoyable.

We also appreciate your understanding regarding the return arrangements in Edinburgh. While we're unable to accept vehicle returns once a branch has closed, as there is no team available to complete the required vehicle check-in process, we're pleased that our colleagues were able to find a solution that worked for you and assist with adjusting your rental. Thank you again for your kind words about the team, and we hope to welcome you back on another trip in the future!

Katie
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We are getting always very good and…

We are getting always very good and near vehicles

September 15, 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 consistently receive great service and that our vehicle locations are convenient for you. It's wonderful to know we've been able to meet your rental needs time and time again. We truly appreciate your continued support and look forward to helping you with your future rentals.

Laura
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service

The staff were very friendly; the car was collected and returned very quickly – excellent service

September 5, 2026
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Reply from Arnold Clark Car & Van Rental

Hello,

Thank you for your fantastic review! We're delighted to hear that our team was friendly and that both the collection and return process were quick and hassle-free. Providing efficient service while making our customers feel welcome is what we strive for, so it's great to know we delivered an excellent experience. We really appreciate your feedback and look forward to helping you again in the future.

Laura
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Jodie at Kirkcaldy branch is excellent

Jodie at Kirkcaldy branch is excellent. Very cheerful,kind and helpful. Overall good customer service.

September 3, 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 Jodie at our Kirkcaldy branch made such a positive impression. Her cheerful, kind and helpful approach is exactly the level of service we strive to provide, so it's wonderful to see her efforts recognised. We really appreciate your feedback and are pleased you received such great customer service. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon.

Laura
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service

Excellent service, great van and a good price. Definitely recommend.

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

Hello Fraser,

Thank you for your brilliant review! We are elated to know you were happy with the service, found the van to be a great fit for your needs, and felt you received good value for money. It's especially rewarding to know you'd recommend us to others. We really appreciate your support and look forward to helping you again the next time you need to hire a vehicle!

Katie
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Everything was perfect !

September 12, 2026
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Reply from Arnold Clark Car & Van Rental

Hello Sylvia,

Thank you for your fantastic review! We're delighted to hear that everything was perfect and that your experience with us met all of your expectations. Feedback like this is incredibly rewarding for the team, and we're grateful that you chose us for your rental. We look forward to welcoming you back and providing another five-star experience in the future!

Katie
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent car rental

Excellent vehicle and staff are very helpful and friendly. All the extra charges were clearly explained to us, no surprises.

September 12, 2026
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Reply from Arnold Clark Car & Van Rental

Hello Jenny,

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience! We're delighted to hear that you were pleased with both the vehicle and the service provided by our team. It's particularly great to know that everything was explained clearly from the outset, giving you complete confidence with no unexpected surprises along the way. We really appreciate your kind comments and look forward to welcoming you back for another smooth and straightforward rental experience in the future!

Katie
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