The most popular models representing the mini, compact, and economy car segments in Banped are: Toyota Aygo, Chevrolet Matiz, Hyundai Atos, Honda Brio, Hyundai Accent, Hyundai Getz and others.
When hiring a budget hatchback, it is definitely worth saving on insurance deposit (franchise). Deposits on small cars in Thailand 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 Thailand 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 Banped, 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 Banped!
Detailed FAQ on the rental process
Local petrol stations usually sell diesel fuel and unleaded gasoline (91 and 95). The cost of petrol can vary at various petrol stations. The average price is US$1 – 1.3 for one liter of 95-octane gasoline.
Drivers will also be pleased with good choice of parking lots – the problem of parking is virtually nonexistent in Thailand. You may encounter problems only when looking for a parking lot in the center of a large city. Free parking lots (both ground and underground) can be easily found in all supermarkets and shopping complexes. The cost of using a paid parking lot usually ranges from US$0.7 to US$2 per hour.
There are toll roads in the territory of Bangkok and its suburbs. It is important to note that not all of them have free alternative roads. A large part of toll roads are made in the form of flyovers with free roads located under them.
