The most popular models representing the mini, compact, and economy car segments in Puerto Iguazu are: GM Monza, Chevrolet Cobalt, Toyota Corolla, Toyota Auris, Nissan Tiida, Ford Focus and others.
When hiring a budget hatchback, it is definitely worth saving on insurance deposit (franchise). Deposits on small cars in Argentina vary from 100 to 1.000 euro/dollars. Check the rental conditions of each car in your selection to find a vehicle with a minimum deposit.
If your routes in Argentina are foreseen to pass through hilly areas or mountains, it is not recommended to consider very small cars for rental. Their engines are usually insufficient for a confident driving on the roads with long or steep climbs.
At the rental office in Puerto Iguazu, consider to take a 'Breakdown Assistance' package or ask an officer for a contact data to use in case of a vehicle breakdown. Cheap cars are sometimes unpredictable in operation.
Upon receipt of the rental invoice, please check that all the information, as well as the final payment amount do match the data in your voucher.
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Detailed FAQ on the rental process
The police also have the right to check any car for contraband, so the requirement to open the boot should be treated with understanding. Local police can also offer to “disinfect” the car. Such a service usually costs about 2 pesos. During this procedure police officers spray a liquid inside the car. However, in most cases this “disinfecting liquid” is nothing but water.
There are many special police checkpoints in the vicinity of Buenos Aires that offer “paid car check”. Experienced travellers usually advise not to argue with the police and pay the required amount for the car inspection. The amount is usually small.
Inexperienced motorists are recommended not to travel at night during first several days of their stay in the country. It is very difficult to navigate on local roads in the dark, the majority of traffic accidents happen at night.
