Saloon
Skoda Octavia or similar
Best for: Solo travellers, couples and small families
- Passengers
- x 4
- Large suitcases
- x 2
- Small bags
- x 2
Choose a car that fits your journey.
Choose a saloon for up to 4 passengers with 2 large suitcases, an estate for 4 passengers with 3, an MPV for up to 6 passengers with 4, or an executive car for business travel. Child seats are available on request at no extra cost.
Estate
Skoda Superb Estate or similar
Best for: Extra luggage and longer trips
- Passengers
- x 4
- Large suitcases
- x 3
- Small bags
- x 2
MPV
Ford Galaxy or similar
Best for: Families and groups of up to 6
- Passengers
- x 6
- Large suitcases
- x 4
- Small bags
- x 2
Executive
Mercedes E-Class or similar
Best for: Business travel and special occasions
- Passengers
- x 4
- Large suitcases
- x 2
- Small bags
- x 2
Large suitcases means standard checked luggage; small bags means cabin bags or hand luggage. Tell us your passenger numbers, luggage and any bulky items so we can help you choose.
Help me chooseWhich vehicle do I need?
Start with two numbers: how many people are travelling and how many large suitcases you’re bringing.
Up to 4 people, 2 large cases
Saloon. Our everyday car for solo travellers, couples and small families.
Up to 4 people, 3 large cases
Estate. The same seats as a saloon, with room for one more suitcase.
5 or 6 people, or 4 large cases
MPV. Up to 6 passengers with 4 large suitcases and 2 small bags.
7 or more people
Two vehicles travelling together. Tell us your numbers and we’ll help choose.
Business or a special occasion
Executive. A Mercedes E-Class or similar for up to 4 passengers.
Compare our vehicles
Saloon
- Example car
- Skoda Octavia or similar
- Passengers
- 4
- Large suitcases
- 2
- Small bags
- 2
- Best for
- Solo travellers, couples and small families
Estate
- Example car
- Skoda Superb Estate or similar
- Passengers
- 4
- Large suitcases
- 3
- Small bags
- 2
- Best for
- Extra luggage and longer trips
Most room
MPV
- Example car
- Ford Galaxy or similar
- Passengers
- 6
- Large suitcases
- 4
- Small bags
- 2
- Best for
- Families and groups of up to 6
Executive
- Example car
- Mercedes E-Class or similar
- Passengers
- 4
- Large suitcases
- 2
- Small bags
- 2
- Best for
- Business travel and special occasions
Passenger and luggage figures are a guide, not a guarantee that every maximum fits at the same time. If you’re close to the limits, choose the next size up or two vehicles.
Each vehicle in detail
Saloon: Skoda Octavia or similar
A Skoda Octavia or similar for up to 4 passengers with 2 large suitcases and 2 small bags. Our everyday car for solo travellers, couples and small families with standard luggage.
Heathrow pickupsEstate: Skoda Superb Estate or similar
A Skoda Superb Estate or similar with the same 4 seats as a saloon and room for a third large suitcase. Choose it for heavier packing or a longer trip.
Long-distance transfersMPV: Ford Galaxy or similar
A Ford Galaxy or similar for up to 6 passengers with 4 large suitcases and 2 small bags. Our largest vehicle, for families, groups, or 4 travellers with more luggage than an estate takes.
Family & group transfersExecutive: Mercedes E-Class or similar
A Mercedes E-Class or similar for up to 4 passengers with 2 large suitcases and 2 small bags. A more premium car with a quieter cabin, for business travel, clients and special occasions.
Executive travel
Luggage guide
Our capacities count two kinds of bag. Anything else, tell us when you book.
- Large suitcase: standard checked luggage.
- Small bag: a cabin bag or hand luggage.
- Pushchairs, golf bags and other bulky items: mention them when you book so we can choose a vehicle with room for them.
- Travelling with children: child seats are free on request. Tell us each child’s age.
Included whichever car you choose
Meet & greet
Name board in arrivals or your agreed pickup point.
Flight monitoring
Pickup arrangements adjusted for flight delays.
15 minutes included
Free waiting from your agreed pickup time.
Fixed journey fare
Confirmed before travel. Traffic won’t change it.
Child seats on request
Available at no extra cost. Request when booking.
Additional waiting or journey changes may cost extra.
FAQs
Common questions
Heathrow Minicab offers four vehicle types: saloon and estate for up to 4 passengers, an MPV for up to 6, and executive cars for up to 4. Groups of 7 or more can book two vehicles.
Which vehicle fits 6 passengers?
Our MPV (a Ford Galaxy or similar) seats up to 6 passengers, with room for 4 large suitcases and 2 small bags.
Which car has the most luggage space for 4 people?
The estate (a Skoda Superb Estate or similar) takes 4 passengers with 3 large suitcases and 2 small bags. A saloon takes 4 passengers with 2 large suitcases and 2 small bags.
Do you offer executive cars?
Yes. Our executive option is a Mercedes E-Class or similar, for up to 4 passengers with 2 large suitcases and 2 small bags.
Can I choose an exact car model?
The models shown are examples, so you’ll get that car or a similar one. Choose the vehicle type that fits your passengers and luggage, and we’ll confirm it when you book.
Which car do I need for 4 people and 4 suitcases?
Book the MPV. It takes 4 large suitcases and 2 small bags. An estate takes 3 large suitcases and a saloon 2.
What if there are more than 6 of us?
Book two vehicles travelling together. Tell us how many people and bags there are and we’ll help choose the right pair.
What counts as a large suitcase or a small bag?
A large suitcase is standard checked luggage. A small bag is a cabin bag or hand luggage.
Can I bring a pushchair, golf bag or other bulky item?
Tell us about pushchairs, golf bags or anything oversized when you book, so we can choose a vehicle with room for it.
Can every car carry its full passenger and luggage limits at once?
Not always. The figures are a guide, not a guarantee that every maximum fits at the same time. If you’re close to the limits, choose the next size up or two vehicles.
Not sure which car fits?
Tell us your passengers and luggage and we’ll help you choose.