The most popular models representing the mini, compact, and economy car segments in Kiel are: Smart Car, Chevrolet Matiz, Kia Picanto, Citroen C1, Ford Ka, Hyundai Getz and others.
When hiring a budget hatchback, it is definitely worth saving on insurance deposit (franchise). Deposits on small cars in Germany 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 Germany 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 Kiel, 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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Detailed FAQ on the rental process
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.
Petrol stations located on autobahns work around the clock. It will be quite problematic to fuel your car on roads of other type at night as not all petrol stations work 24 hours a day. Gas stations usually accept credit cards of international standard. It is also possible to pay in cash, but do not use banknotes of high denomination, such as 500 euro, they can be not accepted.
Note that passing the driving license exam in Germany is rather difficult. Questions of examiners may seem impossible to answer even for experienced drivers, who successfully obtained a driving license in other countries. This partially explains high skills of local motorists.
