Typical models of the minivan/minibus class in Iquique are: Ford Galaxy 7 seater, Peugeot 807 7 seater, VW Caravelle, VW Kombi 8 Seater, VW Touran, Chevrolet Suburban 8 Seater and others.
Standard capacity of a minivan in Chile 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 Chile 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 Iquique.
Before leaving the parking garage in Iquique, 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 Chile!
Popular questions on rental process
Pedestrians, in their turn, do not always follow traffic regulations. They can easily cross the street in the wrong place or at the red light, without paying any attention to the cars on the road.
The maximum allowed speed in the territory of settlements is 70 km/h, and on country roads it is allowed to increase the speed up to 120 km/h. The maximum permitted speed is usually mentioned on road signs; it is recommended to follow the rules because the speed of vehicles is strictly monitored in Chile.
The police are always very polite when speaking to drivers, especially to foreign ones. In no case should drivers argue and try to convince police officers not to issue a fine – in Chile such actions will certainly be interpreted as an attempt to give a bribe. You should do as the police tell you and provide them with all necessary documents at first request.
