The most popular SUV models offered at rental locations in Puerto Vallarta are: Nissan Pathfinder 4WD, Toyota Landcruiser, Chrysler Journey, Chevrolet Blazer, Daihatsu Terios, Ford Expedition and others.
While selecting your preferred model of an off-road vehicle, please examine the rental conditions. In particular, those requirements that concern credit cards – when it comes to renting an expensive car, sometimes offices in Mexico ask information about two credit cards.
Before signing the contract in the rental office upon arrival, check that the invoice figures match with figures in your voucher.
Once the vehicle is assigned, inspect it carefully before leaving the parking. Crossovers and SUVs are often used in tough road conditions, therefore scratches and other exteriour defects are inevitable. Due to this, it is important to check and specify all existing defects in your rental documents.
If you plan to use an off-road vehicle in the mountains, it is recommended to order snow chains. This will save you from unexpected incidents. Other important equipment in Mexico are mandatory child seats for travellers with children.
OrangeSmile.com wishes you a safe trip and green lights on the roads of Puerto Vallarta!
Common questions on rental process
Local people prefer to use the services of large petrol stations. As a rule, they provide petrol of the highest quality. On small petrol stations fuel is very often diluted with other liquids. In addition, pouring less fuel than bought is an integral part of service of small petrol stations.
In Mexico, there are no self-service petrol stations. Customers do not even need to leave their vehicle. Simply tell the operator the type of fuel. It is also possible to ask him to check the tire pressure and clean the glass - these services are free.
The organization named Angeles Verdes provides free technical assistance to motorists who ride on toll roads. The company also provides its customers with fuel and spare parts for an additional charge. The phone number of the company can be taken at any petrol station or at tourist offices.
