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4.4

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Evaluating 12,104 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the competitive pricing, noting that policies are affordable compared to other online providers. Many people find the official website extremely simple and straightforward to navigate when purchasing insurance. People frequently mention that setting up coverage is very fast, and the efficient service makes the entire renewal process completely stress-free. However, some customers also noted unexpectedly large price increases upon policy renewal or difficulties managing automatic subscription settings without proper notice. Some reviewers were not happy with late renewal quotes arriving after deadlines and expensive administrative charges applied to customer accounts.

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Price

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Service

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User experience

Consumers find user experience to be positive, highlighting that online forms and insurance applications are... See more

Website

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

It was easy to find the correct level & type of car insurance which is the best for me. Also the price of this car insurance is less than my renewal offer from my previous insurers & a lot more was i... See more

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Renewal worked well, albeit 15% higher than previous year. Could have gotten a slightly better prise, but not worth the hassle of changing - this time. I am supposed to advise any changes to additio... See more

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

We joined RAC last year and i cannot give a review as we did not used their service. Until you call them out then you will know how efficient they are. The only problem was they had me on automatic re... See more

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Had a competitive car insurance deal over the phone. All terms and conditions also read out. Both policy and other documents received via email immediately. Superb RAC service.

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  3. Auto Insurance Agency
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The RAC has been providing peace of mind to motorists since 1897. We are dedicated to helping drivers across the UK with a wide variety of products. RAC Car Insurance offers drivers quality insurance, from a name you can trust with options to suit your needs. If you like to do everything digitally, RAC Online Car Insurance is for you! View your cover, make changes, or renew — all through your online account, 24/7. Cutting out the call centre makes RAC Online our cheapest car insurance option. If you prefer the reassurance of talking to the team, our standard RAC Car Insurance is a great choice. We’ve been named ‘Moneyfacts Car Insurance Provider of the Year’ five years in a row, so you know you’re in safe hands. Get your quote online today – direct from the RAC.


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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Stay away from RAC Online Insurance

I took out RAC car insurance 3 years ago when I renewed I explained I would be changing car to electric - they said that would be no problem - when I changed the car they decided they could not underwrite the new car and if I wanted to cancel the policy I had to go online and chat to someone to do it - as my policy was now an online only policy. Absolutely awful service and when my breakdown cover comes up for renewal ill be moving that too - absolutely disgusted

26 October 2026
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Reply from RAC Car Insurance

Hi Des,

Thank you for sharing your feedback with us regarding your recent experience with our vehicle insurance.

We can certainly appreciate how frustrating it must be to find out a switch to an electric car couldn't be underwritten after previously being told it would be fine, especially when dealing with online-only support channels.

When a vehicle update is requested, our underwriters assess the adjustment based on a range of factors rather than solely looking at how the car is powered.

If you would like to send us your policy details to socialresponders@bglgroup.co.uk, we would be happy to look into this further for you.

Your case will be dealt with by BISL Limited, who arrange and administer your car insurance policy on behalf of RAC.

Vicky

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Each year I review the cost of my car…

Each year I review the cost of my car insurance to ensure I have the best value. RAC was top of the list and so that was my choice. The process was easy and straightforward and I can rest easy that I have the support of a well known and respected company.

22 October 2026
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Reply from RAC Car Insurance

Thank you so much for the wonderful feedback! It really means a lot to us. If anyone you know needs car insurance, refer them using the link below. You'll both earn a £25 e-gift card when they get insurance with us following your unique link. See details here: rac.co.uk/insurance/refer-a-friend

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Easy to apply for car insurance

Easy to apply for car insurance. Simple process and great price. Fast communication. All that I wanted! Looking foward to being with RAC car insurance through 2026-2027!

22 October 2026
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Reply from RAC Car Insurance

Thanks for taking the time to leave a positive review. We're glad to hear everything went well when you bought your car insurance. If you know someone who needs car insurance, why not refer them? You can earn a £25 e-gift card for each successful referral, and your friend will benefit too: rac.co.uk/insurance/refer-a-friend

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Reply from RAC Car Insurance

Thanks for taking the time to leave a positive review. We're glad to hear everything went well when you bought your car insurance. If you know someone who needs car insurance, why not refer them? You can earn a £25 e-gift card for each successful referral, and your friend will benefit too: rac.co.uk/insurance/refer-a-friend

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service

From the initial quite to setting up the service it was hassle free, i left my previous insurer that i had had for several years but the price, service and speed of setting up has been fantastic.

23 October 2026
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Reply from RAC Car Insurance

Thanks for taking the time to leave us such a positive review! If you want to recommend us, you can get a £25 Amazon gift card for up to 12 successful referrals. Plus, your friend will receive a reward too. Use this link: rac.co.uk/insurance/refer-a-friend

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Straightforward

Straightforward

18 October 2026
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Reply from RAC Car Insurance

Thank you so much for the wonderful feedback! It really means a lot to us. If anyone you know needs car insurance, refer them using the link below. You'll both earn a £25 e-gift card when they get insurance with us following your unique link. See details here: rac.co.uk/insurance/refer-a-friend

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great price and cover so no need to…

Great price and cover so no need to look elsewhere. Thanks

22 October 2026
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Reply from RAC Car Insurance

Thank you so much for the wonderful feedback! It really means a lot to us. If anyone you know needs car insurance, refer them using the link below. You'll both earn a £25 e-gift card when they get insurance with us following your unique link. See details here: rac.co.uk/insurance/refer-a-friend

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Easy to arrange and receive documents…

Easy to arrange and receive documents plus easy to access the web site

8 October 2026
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Reply from RAC Car Insurance

Thanks for taking the time to leave a positive review. We're glad to hear everything went well when you bought your car insurance. If you know someone who needs car insurance, why not refer them? You can earn a £25 e-gift card for each successful referral, and your friend will benefit too: rac.co.uk/insurance/refer-a-friend

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Ease online

It was relatively easy to renew online, having been emailed the paperwork first for reviewing.

18 October 2026
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Reply from RAC Car Insurance

Thanks for taking the time to leave a positive review. We're glad to hear everything went well when you bought your car insurance. If you know someone who needs car insurance, why not refer them? You can earn a £25 e-gift card for each successful referral, and your friend will benefit too: rac.co.uk/insurance/refer-a-friend

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I did not pay attention to my renewal

I did not pay attention to my renewal. Thats on me. And you jumped up my premium by about 30% with another year's no claims. Its disgusting

23 October 2026
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Reply from RAC Car Insurance

Hi Matthew,

Thanks for getting in touch and sharing your feedback with us.

We’re really sorry to hear how unhappy you are with your renewal price.

We will be in touch with you to see how we can help.

Tahara

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very straightforward

Very straightforward, easy to navigate website, competitive price.

23 October 2026
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Reply from RAC Car Insurance

Thank you so much for the wonderful feedback! It really means a lot to us. If anyone you know needs car insurance, refer them using the link below. You'll both earn a £25 e-gift card when they get insurance with us following your unique link. See details here: rac.co.uk/insurance/refer-a-friend

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Keep it up

Keep it up, Great service, nice interaction. well done.

11 October 2026
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Reply from RAC Car Insurance

Thanks for taking the time to leave us such a positive review! If you want to recommend us, you can get a £25 Amazon gift card for up to 12 successful referrals. Plus, your friend will receive a reward too. Use this link: rac.co.uk/insurance/refer-a-friend

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Easy and decent quote for renewal

Easy and decent quote for renewal

1 October 2026
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Reply from RAC Car Insurance

It's great to know you were happy with our service. Thanks for the review! If you'd like to recommend us to anyone, just send them the link below. We'll give you both a £25 e-gift card after they join. See details here: rac.co.uk/insurance/refer-a-friend

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Reply from RAC Car Insurance

It's great to know you were happy with our service. Thanks for the review! If you'd like to recommend us to anyone, just send them the link below. We'll give you both a £25 e-gift card after they join. See details here: rac.co.uk/insurance/refer-a-friend

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

This was a "No Hassle Renewal"

This was a "No Hassle Renewal". There was naturally a price increase due to the age of the car and my age, it went from £367 for a 2019 Ford Fiesta, approximately to £1067. I don't know if this is just the value of the new car a Mazda, worth about £10,000 or my age clocking over to 77. Which, Insurance-wise, puts me into the "Death on Wheels" Category. I cannot be bothered to investigate that: could anyone "enlighten me", just for interests sake. I like to moan about "Agism". If I was "Jack the Lad" at 22 years old what would the premium be then for a Mazda Sky Activ.
I suppose it is weighing up going to sleep at 55MPH at 77 years old and ending up in a blazing wreck, and the young Traveling Salesman going into fog at 95MPH.on the M1 and evaporating in a massive "fire-ball. I don't know how you work out the statistics for that.
I don't understand Insurance risk. I used to have a Private Pilots Provisional Licence, I think that put me up with Wall of Death and Isle of Mann TT Riders category. Generally Amateur Pilots don't kill anyone else they just end up dead plus a £25,000 wreck! Insurance is a mystery to me!

26 October 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

You hit me with a penalty charge

You hit me with a penalty charge , because my bank refused payment on the card you had as my logged details. This card was cancelled when i was scammed and a new card given to me. If you had just sent me a message asking me why the card was declined i would have explained and gave you the new card details. This caused us to be well pissed off and probably will not renew with you next year. Unless you can see sense and re-imburse me 😩

23 October 2026
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Reply from RAC Car Insurance

Hi Norman,


Thanks for getting in touch and sharing how you feel. We're really sorry about the frustration caused by the penalty charge after your card was blocked due to a scam. We completely understand why you're upset.

We will be in touch with you to see how we can help.


Many thanks,
Kirsty

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Reply from RAC Car Insurance

Thanks for taking the time to leave us such a positive review! If you want to recommend us, you can get a £25 Amazon gift card for up to 12 successful referrals. Plus, your friend will receive a reward too. Use this link: rac.co.uk/insurance/refer-a-friend

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