Typical models of the minivan/minibus class in Cancun are: Chevrolet Suburban 8 Seater, Ford Club Wagon 15 Seater, GMC Envoy 7 passenger, Ford Galaxy 7 seater, Chevrolet Uplander, Peugeot 807 7 seater and others.
Standard capacity of a minivan in Mexico 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 Mexico 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 Cancun.
Before leaving the parking garage in Cancun, 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 Mexico!
Popular questions on rental process
If a breakdown happened on a free road at night, then the probability of getting technical assistance until dawn is minimal. In such case drivers should call 06 and report the breakdown. However, help may come only after a few hours.
If a car is parked in the wrong place, it is very likely that the car will be towed to penalty parking. In order to pick up the car from that parking, a driver will have to pay a pretty big fine. Motorists, who find themselves in this situation, may need the services of LOCATEL. This organization will help to determine, to what penalty parking the car was sent.
The procedure for obtaining a driving license is quite simple in Mexico. This explains a large number of cars on the roads. Moreover, local drivers do not need to register a vehicle and pass maintenance checkup.
