Typical models of the minivan/minibus class in Lille are: Citroen Picasso, Citroen Jumper 8 seater, Citroen C8 Tdi, VW Touran, Peugeot 807 7 seater, Opel Zafira and others.
Standard capacity of a minivan in France 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 France 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 Lille.
Before leaving the parking garage in Lille, 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 France!
Popular questions on rental process
All passengers must fasten seat belts during the car movement. Children under 10 years can be transported in a car only in a special chair. These chairs can be set only in the back of a car.
Transporting children under 10 years in the front seat is possible in two cases only - if the car has no back seat, or if the back seat is fully occupied by other children under 10.
Drivers are always required to have an insurance certificate ("green card"), the international drivers permit, as well as a registration certificate. The absence of one of these documents during the checkup is regarded as a violation of the rules.
