The segments of standard, intermediate and full-size cars in Germany traditionally include the following vehicles: Audi A4, VW Passat, Volvo V50, Renault Scenic, Honda Accord, Peugeot 508 and others.
The process of a car reservation on OrangeSmile.com consists of 3 simple steps: (1) search by the dates and pick-up location, (2) car type selection, and (3) booking form completion. After the booking, you will receive a rental voucher at your e-mail address.
Before selecting a specific model to book, check your planned routes. If you are going to drive mostly within the Essen borders, choose a car of 'Standard' or 'Compact' types. In case you plan long cross-countries trips or mountain adventures, the more comfortable and powerful 'Fullsize' models would become a better choice.
If you need a car with an automatic gearbox, try to make a reservation at least a few days before the pick-up date, since confirmation of such models in Essen might be delayed for a day or two.
Upon the return of your car, carefully check that the total payment amount (invoice) is computed according to the original rental conditions.
We wish you 'smooth', secure and safe roads in Essen!
Rental process FAQ
Local drivers are well aware of the traffic rules and know all of its intricacies. Tourists, who have arrived in the country and plan to travel by car, should certainly read the local traffic regulation rules carefully. It is possible to get them at any insurance company or in a driving school.
The cost of petrol at different petrol stations may have a difference of up to 5 cents. Therefore, a driver can easily pay up to 10 euro more for one filling. As a rule, the most expensive petrol stations are located on autobahns.
Local petrol stations work on a prepaid basis. Insert the fuel dispenser into the tank, select the type of fuel and its amount, and then go to the cashier to pay.
