The most popular models representing the mini, compact, and economy car segments in Kingston are: GM Monza, Chevrolet Cobalt, Toyota Corolla, Toyota Auris, Nissan Tiida, Ford Focus and others.
When hiring a budget hatchback, it is definitely worth saving on insurance deposit (franchise). Deposits on small cars in Jamaica 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 Jamaica 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 Kingston, 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.
OrangeSmile.com wishes you a safe and great trip to Kingston!
Detailed FAQ on the rental process
You should not expect that a bus driver will give way to you or will let you overtake. Public transport drivers feel superior on the road and can give way to, probably, only freight transport.
Drivers are recommended to fuel their vehicles at the earliest opportunity. In large cities, petrol stations are quite common, while in the countryside it can be quite tricky to find a petrol station.
Local petrol stations and car shops usually accept not only local currency but also U.S. dollars. When going to a petrol station, foreign drivers are recommended to stock up on a sufficient number of paper money and coins of small denomination – petrol stations’ employees are extremely reluctant to give change.
