Select Series car hire in the United Kingdom and Ireland
The car you pick is the car you'll get
Avis Select Series allows you to guarantee the exact make and model when you reserve 48 hours in advance, helping to make your trip or occasion extra special.
Our fantastic range includes DS, Mercedes-Benz, Toyota and Volvo, all of which are available across the UK. In addition we have the Nissan Qasqai XE available for rent in Ireland.
While we can’t yet make pizza in our cars, Avis Select Series is the perfect fit for today’s holiday road trip – offering our customers the best choice of cars and guaranteed make and model for a family driving experience to remember. To learn more about the future of Select Series, read our latest press release.
To get behind the wheel of a Select Series car in the UK and Ireland, find your nearest Select Series car hire location (listed at the bottom of this page) and set a date.
UK only: DS 7 CROSSBACK Performance Line
The DS 7 CROSSBACK signals the start of a new era of luxury SUVs. The sophisticated DS 7 CROSSBACK makes a real statement with its sculpted lines and LED lights. Inside, it’s packed with the latest technology, including a 12-inch HD infotainment system featuring a built-in sat nav, mounted on the dashboard.
The DS 7 CROSSBACK features:
- 12-inch HD infotainment system inc. Built-in sat nav
- Heated front seats
- Front and rear parking sensors
- Lane departure warning
UK only: Mercedes-Benz CLA 220 D AMG Sport Coupé
The Mercedes-Benz CLA 220 D AMG Sport Coupé is aimed at people who love to drive, effortlessly combining sportiness and luxury. AMG’s performance styling flows through into a high-spec interior featuring bucket seats, multi-function steering wheel and a pared-back console.
The Mercedes-Benz CLA features:
- Cruise Control
- Built-in sat nav
- 18’ 5-twin-spoke alloy wheels
- KEYLESS-GO starting function.
UK only: Volvo V40 Inscription
You get style and substance with the Volvo V40. Its aerodynamic profile gives it real poise and the turbo petrol engine delivers an exceptionally responsive drive. The intelligently designed cabin – with Volvo’s classic armchair-like seats – is one of the comfiest you’ll find.
The Volvo V40 features:
- Rear park assist
- Built-in sat nav with Voice Activated Control
- Hill Start Assist
- Bluetooth Handsfree System
UK only: Toyota C-HR Hybrid Dynamic
With its sculptured cross-over design and responsive hybrid power unit, the C-HR offers an agile but luxurious SUV drive. Fun to drive in town and a joy on the open road, it features a futuristic cabin with wraparound dashboard and large tablet-style touchscreen.
The C-HR Hybrid features:
- Heated front seats
- Reversing camera
- Built-in sat nav
- Smart entry and push-button start
UK only: Volvo XC60 D5 AWD R Design
The XC60 might be the little brother of the XC90, but it still offers the generous boot space and elevated driving position. And as you’d expect from Volvo, high quality in-car technology and legendary safety are all part of the package.
The XC60 features:
- Rear Park Assist
- Built-in sat nav with Bluetooth Handsfree
- Cruise control
- Hill start assist
Ireland only: The Nissan Qashqai XE
One of the best-selling cars of the moment, the crossover Nissan Qashqai has the look and feel of a 4x4 with plenty of room to spare. A refined drive, superbly insulated from outside noise, the Qashqai is a joy to drive around city streets or down lengthy motorways. Take to the road, kids in tow, for a fun and friendly ride.
The Qashqai features:
- ABS (anti-locking brakes) & ESP (electronic stability programme)
- Chassis Control
- Hill Start Assist
- Idle Stop Start
- Audio CD, USB, AUX-in w/steering wheel controls
- Bluetooth
Airport locations in the United Kingdom that offer Select Series cars
City locations in the United Kingdom that offer Select Series cars
Locations in the Republic of Ireland that offer Select Series cars
The Nissan Qashqai XE can be hired from all Republic of Ireland locations.
What you will need
| Make and model | Driver's minimum age | Driving licence (minimum term held) | No. of payment cards | Excess* |
| Volvo V40 Inscription Auto | 25 years | 12 months | One | £1,500 |
| Toyota C-HR Hybrid Dynamic Auto | 25 years | 12 months | One | £1,500 |
| Mercedes-Benz CLA AMG Sport Auto Coupe | 25 years | 12 months | One | £1,500 |
| DS 7 CROSSBACK Performance Line | 25 Years | 12 months | One | £1,500 |
| Volvo XC60 D5 AWD R Design | 25 years | 12 months | One | £1,500 |
| Nissan Qashqai | 25 years | 24 months | One | €1,200 (+VAT) |
* Take out one of our additional cover packages to reduce your excess significantly.
The small print
- Book in the normal way by choosing your rental dates and location. At the next step, you can reserve your Avis Select Series car.
- You will need to provide one payment card to hire a car from Avis Select Series in the UK. We accept American Express, Eurocard/MasterCard, Visa, Discover and Diners Club. There will be an authorisation of your payment card at the time of the rental.
- Select Series cars can be delivered and collected to or from many UK locations. This does not include train stations and sea ports.
- Though the make and model are guaranteed, the engine size and fuel type may vary.
- To guarantee the make and model, reservations must be made at least 48 hours in advance.
- On rare occasions Avis may not be able to provide the vehicle of your choice due to mechanical issues or late returns from previous customers. In the event this happens, customers will be refunded and receive another hire car. We will try our best to provide another premium vehicle depending on the availability of our fleet on the day.
- If your chosen model is not provided at checkout, the cost of your car rental as quoted at reservation (excluding additional products) will be refunded. Refund is subject to reservation being made at least 48 hours in advance of rental checkout.
- To claim a refund, on return please speak to the rental agent at the counter who will process the refund or alternatively please contact customer services with the reservation number and/or rental agreement number?
- Our standard Terms and Conditions apply.