The most popular models representing the mini, compact, and economy car segments in Cluj-Napoca are: Toyota Aygo, Hyundai Atos, Ford Fiesta, Hyundai Getz, Peugeot 207, Toyota Yaris and others.
When hiring a budget hatchback, it is definitely worth saving on insurance deposit (franchise). Deposits on small cars in Romania 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 Romania 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 Cluj-Napoca, 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 Cluj-Napoca!
Detailed FAQ on the rental process
During the period from December to March, a large part of mountain roads is covered with ice and snow. Some roads are even closed, so it is not possible to use them. All main roads are carefully cleaned from snow, so you will find it quite convenient to travel on Romanian roads in your private car even in winter.
When traveling in the country, drivers are recommended to use the roads that are laid through settlements. Even if you can use a bypass road and drive without entering some settlement, it is still not recommended to use that road because its quality may be poor. Roads that are located in central parts of settlements will lead you to good quality major roads.
Local drivers are distinguished by quite an unpredictable behavior that may seem strange to many foreign motorists. For example, in small towns you can often see cars that are parked right in the middle of the road. Their owners have gone somewhere on business and do not worry about improperly parked cars. Here this behavior is quite common.
