Typical models of the minivan/minibus class in Groningen are: Citroen Jumper 8 seater, Mercedes Viano 8 Seater, Ford Galaxy 7 seater, Peugeot 807 7 seater, Citroen Picasso, Mercedes Vito and others.
Standard capacity of a minivan in Netherlands 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 Netherlands 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 Groningen.
Before leaving the parking garage in Groningen, 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 Netherlands!
Popular questions on rental process
Regardless of the time of the day and weather conditions, car drivers should always use lower beams. It is permitted to talk on a cell phone while driving only in case the car is equipped with a special “Hands Free” system or a Bluetooth headset.
The Netherlands is home to one of the most modern and safest tunnels in Europe - Westerschelde. The length of the tunnel is 6.6 km, and the cost of one ride in it is 5 euro for cars.
South Holland is home to another toll tunnel – Dordrecht. Its length estimates 901m (the closed part of the tunnel estimates 406m). The cost of one ride in this tunnel is 2 euro for vehicles, the height of which is less than 2.3 meters, and 5 euro for all other vehicles. It is also worth mentioning that both cyclists and pedestrians are allowed to use this tunnel.
