Typical models of the minivan/minibus class in Prague are: Mercedes Viano 8 Seater, Opel Zafira, VW Touran, Citroen Jumper 8 seater, Ford Galaxy 7 seater, Mercedes Vito and others.
Standard capacity of a minivan in Czechia 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 Czechia 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 Prague.
Before leaving the parking garage in Prague, 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 Czechia!
Popular questions on rental process
In the Czech Republic, there are very strict rules regarding the use of alcoholic beverages. Drivers are absolutely not allowed to consume alcohol. At night, the police often make checks. They can stop any vehicle and offer the driver to pass a breath test in order to check the blood alcohol content. Drivers are not recommended to refuse, because in this case the result is automatically considered positive.
If you take the breath test, and your blood alcohol content is less than 0.3 ppm, the amount of the fine will range from 2,500 to 20,000 koruny. The suspension of the driving license for a period from 6 to 12 months is often imposed as an additional punishment.
If the blood alcohol content is more than 0.3 ppm, the amount of the fine will be significantly higher, and will vary from 25 000 to 50 000 koruny. In addition to the fine, the offender will be prohibited to drive vehicles from 1 to 10 years.
