Typical models of the minivan/minibus class in Sydney are: Ford Galaxy 7 seater, Toyota Commuter, Toyota Minibus, Toyota Tarago 8 Seater and Kia Carnival.
Standard capacity of a minivan in Australia 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 Australia 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 Sydney.
Before leaving the parking garage in Sydney, 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 Australia!
Popular questions on rental process
Foreign drivers are permitted to drive in Australia only in case they have the international driving permit. It is also possible to use your local driving license, but in this case it must be translated to the local language and notarized.
In addition to the driving license, foreign drivers should always have a valid visa and a passport. The absence of these documents is considered a violation of the local traffic regulations.
Not all routes that pass through the deserted areas of the country are characterized by a rich choice of service areas and petrol stations. When going to a long trip, it's best to stock up on fuel, water and food, since the distance between nearest petrol stations and shops can sometimes be 150 km.
