The most popular models representing the mini, compact, and economy car segments in Sharm El Sheikh are: Chevrolet Matiz, Toyota Corolla, Chevrolet Aveo, Hyundai Accent, Suzuki Swift, Toyota Yaris and others.
When hiring a budget hatchback, it is definitely worth saving on insurance deposit (franchise). Deposits on small cars in Egypt 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 Egypt 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 Sharm El Sheikh, 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.
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Horse-drawn carts are also not rare on roads of Egypt. Donkeys pulled into carts can be seen even in large cities. Naturally, the speed of such transport is very low, so very often there is a whole row of cars behind the cart.
The condition of roads in Egypt leaves much to be desired. If main roads are maintained in a pretty decent condition, driving on secondary roads can become quite a dangerous adventure. Numerous "speed bumps" on secondary roads even worsen the situation - there are no signs that mark their presence.
Local roads are most loaded in the morning and in the evening. If possible, foreign drivers should try to make their rides in the afternoon. Taxi drivers have become another source of serious danger for motorists. Comparing to other drivers, taxi ones are more inclined to breaking the rules and making dangerous maneuvers.
