The most popular models representing the mini, compact, and economy car segments in Yogyakarta are: Chevrolet Cobalt, Chevrolet Matiz, Toyota Corolla, Chevrolet Aveo, Hyundai Accent, Renault Modus and others.
When hiring a budget hatchback, it is definitely worth saving on insurance deposit (franchise). Deposits on small cars in Indonesia 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 Indonesia 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 Yogyakarta, 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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Motorists should not forget about basic precautions. If you leave the car even for a few minutes, make sure you take all valuable items with you. In popular tourist areas, theft from vehicles is one of the most common crimes.
For many local people the car remains the main, if not the only means of transport. There are virtually no sidewalks on the islands, so it is not always possible to get to the desired object on foot. Regardless of the distance and purpose of travel, locals get in their cars and drive on crowded roads. They simply don’t know another way of travel.
Bicycle remains a popular mode of transport in suburban areas. On country roads, you will often see cyclists who carry a basket with rice and vegetables.
