Typical models of the minivan/minibus class in Comodoro Rivadavia are: Chevrolet Suburban 8 Seater, Ford Club Wagon 15 Seater, GMC Envoy 7 passenger, Ford Galaxy 7 seater, Chevrolet Uplander, Peugeot 807 7 seater and others.
Standard capacity of a minivan in Argentina is up to 9 people (8+1 formula), traditionally providing seven or eight passenger seats. The capacity of a minibus may vary from 9 to 15 people.
Please note, that in order to rent in Argentina a vehicle with capacity which exceeds 8 passengers, you would need a driving license of the corresponding category.
Minivan dimensions are quite unusual for an ordinary driver, which sometimes leads to appearance of scratches and dents during unsuccessful manoeuvring or parking. Therefore, we encourage you to order full coverage of insurance franchise during your booking, or directly at the rental office in Comodoro Rivadavia.
Before leaving the parking garage in Comodoro Rivadavia, inspect the minivan for exteriour defects and other signs of damage together with the office representative and mark the found defects found in your rental documents.
OrangeSmile.com wishes you a great driving experience on the roads of Argentina!
Popular questions on rental process
In some cities, drivers are not allowed to smoke while driving. Cordoba is one of these cities. The fine for smoking while driving is 500 pesos in that city. There is also an additional punishment for this violation – the driving license suspension for a period of 15 to 90 days.
If the violation is repeated, the driver faces a severer punishment - a fine of 1,000 pesos and the driving license suspension for a period of up to two years. Local authorities are quite logical when they explain such strict rules. According to them, the cigarette not only distracts the driver’s attention from the road, but its smoke also contributes to poor visibility inside the vehicle.
Motorcyclists are a serious danger for car drivers on the roads of Argentina. They ignore road markings, road signs and traffic signals, and they often ride a motorbike without a helmet despite the fact that it’s prohibited by local regulations.
