The most popular models representing the mini, compact, and economy car segments in Ekaterinburg are: Peugeot 107, Toyota Aygo, Chevrolet Matiz, Hyundai Atos, Citroen C1, Ford Fiesta and others.
When hiring a budget hatchback, it is definitely worth saving on insurance deposit (franchise). Deposits on small cars in Russia 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 Russia 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 Ekaterinburg, 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 Ekaterinburg!
Detailed FAQ on the rental process
The first thing that should be noted when describing Russian roads is high contrast that can be seen just in everything. Quality and specific character of roads, the level of road equipment, the nature of local drivers, vehicles prevailing on the road - all these factors can vary significantly even in the same region, not to mention the whole country.
The frightening quality of local roads is known far beyond the borders of the country. Even on main roads of the country you will often see cracks and holes. The quality of pavement does not depend on the settlement size. Roads in big cities are often much worse than roads in small towns.
When it comes to describing informative support of Russian roads, there is no universal explanation here. If you plan to go to an unfamiliar city, you certainly need to purchase the detailed map of its roads or, that would be even better, install a car navigator. Motorists, who plan to drive on roads of the capital region, should pay close attention to that piece of advice.
