Typical models of the minivan/minibus class in Johor Bahru are: Ford Galaxy 7 seater, Mitsubishi L300 12 Seater, Opel Zafira, Peugeot 807 7 seater, VW Caravelle, VW Kombi 8 Seater and others.
Standard capacity of a minivan in Malaysia 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 Malaysia 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 Johor Bahru.
Before leaving the parking garage in Johor Bahru, 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 Malaysia!
Popular questions on rental process
All highways in Malaysia are paid, but the amount of the toll is reasonable. The cost of one ride from KLIA International Airport to Kuala Lumpur is approximately 4 USD, while the cost of travel from Kuala Lumpur to Singapore estimates up to 25 USD.
In order to be able to drive in Malaysia, foreign guests must obtain the local driving license. The whole procedure is rather simple. You do not need to take any additional exams to get the driving license. Simply go to any police station and show the driving license of your home country to get the Malaysian driving license.
In case of an accident, you will need to contact the police, otherwise getting the insurance coverage is out of the question. All participants of the accident must go to a police station to file a complaint. The driver, who comes first, has a significant advantage. If one party fails to do that, it is automatically recognized guilty in the accident.
