Typical models of the minivan/minibus class in Jeddah are: Ford Galaxy 7 seater, Peugeot 807 7 seater, Citroen Picasso, Toyota Minibus, Opel Zafira, VW Touran and others.
Standard capacity of a minivan in Saudi Arabia 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 Saudi Arabia 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 Jeddah.
Before leaving the parking garage in Jeddah, 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 Saudi Arabia!
Popular questions on rental process
For many local people the private car remains the main mode of transport. It is safe to say that every local driver feels like a king on the road. This is true for both owners of luxury cars and happy owners of old cars. This self-confidence and egoism often become the main reason for accidents.
Not all drivers even bother to stop at the red light. Here cars can easily cross intersections and pedestrian crossings at a high speed. Taking into consideration this feature, pedestrians should always be very cautious and attentive.
Young drivers make up a significant part of traffic violators in Saudi Arabia. Older motorists are more inclined to comply with the rules and regulations, so they are not likely to become a source of danger or problem.
