Typical models of the minivan/minibus class in San Juan 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 San Juan.
Before leaving the parking garage in San Juan, 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
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.
By default, the permitted speed of driving in the city is 60 km/h. On some parts of roads the maximum permitted speed is 40 km/h. On the country roads it is possible to drive at a speed of 100 - 110 km/h, but drivers still should pay attention to the signs installed along the roads.
