Economy Car & Van Hire

Economy Car & Van Hire, vehicle hire in Dundee since 1993

Economy Car & Van Hire is an independently owned, family-run vehicle hire company based in Dundee, Scotland. It has been operating since 1993, representing 33 years in the industry, and presents itself as a local provider combining a modern fleet with competitive rates. The company serves both private and business customers, with hires ranging from four hours to long-term periods.

Car fleet

The car range spans from small city cars to larger vehicles, with manual and automatic options. Available categories include small city cars, compact SUVs, medium SUVs in manual and automatic versions, large estates in manual and automatic, and seven-seater vehicles. The company states that its entire fleet is compliant with Low Emission Zone (LEZ) regulations.

Vans and minibuses

The commercial vehicle offering includes short wheelbase (SWB), medium wheelbase (MWB) and long wheelbase (LWB) vans, as well as Luton vans with tail lifts. For group transport, it has 9-seater and 17-seater minibuses, the latter in manual and automatic versions. All these vehicles are available for short, medium or long-term hire.

Motorhome hire

The company has recently added motorhome hire, with four-berth models. The fleet includes pet-friendly and pet-free options, designed for exploring Scotland's landscapes.

Business services and storage

Economy Car & Van Hire has a dedicated business hire service, aimed at reducing the impact of vehicle downtime on business operations through flexible, tailored solutions. It also offers self storage, described as safe and easily accessible, for personal or business use.

Customer collection and transfer

For those visiting Dundee, the company offers a collection and drop-off service at the airport, train station and bus station, coordinated by phone with the team.

Customer reviews

The site includes user testimonials dated between January and April 2025 that highlight the speed of the hire process, communication with the team, the cleanliness and maintenance of the vehicles, and the return of the deposit. Several mention hiring vans and note the value for money.

Location and contact

East Perrie Street / Liff Road, Lochee, Dundee, UK DD2 2RD · Phone: 01382 400200 · Email: info@economycarandvanhire.co.uk · Opening hours: Monday to Friday: 8:00 – 17:30; Saturday: 8:00 – 12:30; Sunday: 9:30 (collection only)