The most popular models representing the mini, compact, and economy car segments in Charleroi are: Peugeot 107, Smart Car, Toyota Aygo, Chevrolet Matiz, Hyundai Atos, Kia Picanto and others.
When hiring a budget hatchback, it is definitely worth saving on insurance deposit (franchise). Deposits on small cars in Belgium 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 Belgium 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 Charleroi, 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.
OrangeSmile.com wishes you a safe and great trip to Charleroi!
Detailed FAQ on the rental process
Liefkenshoek tunnel is a paid one. Its length estimates 1.37 km. The tunnel runs under the River Scheldt, and it is a part of the R2 road that is laid near Antwerp. The toll for vehicles, the height of which is less than 2.75m, is approximately 4.7 euro. The toll for higher vehicles is approximately 16.9 euro.
Drivers are allowed to pay in cash to use the tunnel. In this case it is necessary to choose the lane with green markings. The payment can be done not only in euro, but also in U.S. dollars, Swedish and Danish kronor, British pounds and Swiss francs. Drivers should not forget that all currencies are converted to the euro, and so the change is given in euro only.
It is also possible to pay by credit cards of the following types: Visa, American Express, Eurocard – Mastercard, and Diners. If you want to pay by bank transfer, choose the lane with blue markings. The blue lane is also for drivers who use the Telepass electronic system of payments.
