Everyday
Small, economical and easy to park — the value way to see the Golden Circle and South Coast.
- Unlimited mileage
- Winter tyres in season
Pick your model
Choose a car to start your quote — you'll get this or a similar vehicle in the Everyday class. No fully electric cars — some models are hybrid.
What's included with every rental
Unlimited mileage
Drive as far as you like — no per-km fee.
Free cancellation (refundable rate)
Refundable rates: cancel up to 48 hours before pickup, no charge. Non-refundable rates cost less but aren't refundable.
Road fee shown up front
ISK 1,550 per started day — ISK 1,390 official fee + ISK 160 processing estimate.
CDW included — excess ISK 350,000
Collision cover is standard. Excess is ISK 350,000 — we show it clearly; you can buy it to zero.
Keflavík (KEF) pickup
Meet-up and return details are confirmed before travel.
Online check-in if available
After-hours and key-box instructions are confirmed before travel.
Documented condition record
Pickup and return records support any damage review before payment is taken.
N1 fuel-discount option
A free N1 fuel-discount key — save on fuel at N1 stations nationwide.
Where you can take it
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive
Ground clearance
Low
F-roads (mountain roads)
Not permitted on F-roads (mountain roads) — those require a 4x4 and are summer-only. Driving on F-roads in this vehicle voids your insurance.
Seasons
All-season on paved roads
Recommended for
- City & Reykjavík
- Golden Circle
- South Coast in summer
- Snæfellsnes Peninsula (paved sections)
Not suitable for
- F-roads / mountain roads
- Deep snow or remote winter routes
- Gravel highland tracks
River and water crossings are not covered by Ring Road Cars — on any vehicle or cover tier. If you see water across a road, stop and wait or turn back.
Need the Highlands or F-roads? See our 4×4 Adventure class (true 4×4) — F-roads require a true 4x4 and are summer-only. Read the F-roads guide →
Common questions about this car
Can I drive the Ring Road (Route 1) in an Everyday car?
Yes — Route 1 is fully paved. An Everyday car handles it comfortably in summer. In winter, conditions can be icy; an AWD Comfort SUV gives extra confidence, but an Everyday car is legally permitted year-round on Route 1.
Can I take an Everyday car on F-roads (mountain roads)?
No. F-roads are unpaved highland tracks that require a genuine 4×4 by Icelandic law. Taking an Everyday car on an F-road voids your insurance and is illegal. If you plan F-roads, choose our 4×4 Adventure class instead.
Is an Everyday car safe in Icelandic winter?
Everyday cars come with winter tyres in season, which is the legal minimum. They are front-wheel drive, so on icy highland roads an AWD vehicle is significantly safer. For winter driving we recommend at least the Comfort class.
Is the road-use charge shown before I book?
Yes. The ISK 1,550 per started day road-use charge is shown in your price breakdown before booking. It currently includes the ISK 1,390 official rental-car daily fee plus an ISK 160 processing estimate.
How much luggage and how many bags fit in an Everyday car?
Everyday cars typically fit 2 medium suitcases (55–65 cm) and a couple of carry-on bags. If you are travelling with more gear or large bags, a Comfort SUV or a Family & Space van will be more comfortable.
From ~ISK 6,400/day (low-season from-price — summer rates are typically higher; your exact price is confirmed when you book):
- Rental (incl. CDW)
- ISK 6,400/day
- Road-use charge
- ISK 1,550/started day
- Estimate
- ISK 7,950/day
Road-use charge — ISK 1,550 per started rental day. This estimate splits to ISK 1,390 official rental-car daily fee plus an ISK 160 processing estimate. “Per started day” means a day begun counts as a full day (e.g. a 10-day rental = ISK 15,500). About the road fee →