The most popular models representing the mini, compact, and economy car segments in Monastir are: Citroen C3, Fiat Albea, Toyota Auris, Opel Astra, VW Golf, Ford Focus and others.
When hiring a budget hatchback, it is definitely worth saving on insurance deposit (franchise). Deposits on small cars in Tunis 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 Tunis 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 Monastir, 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.
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You should also not forget that in suburban areas livestock may become a serious problem for drivers. Animals can appear on the road very suddenly, so it is better to drive on suburban routes in the daytime and at low speed.
When traveling in suburban areas, you should move on asphalted roads only. Foreigners should not drive on the dirt roads. Shifting sands are very dangerous to motorists, and only experienced guides know for sure what dirt roads are safe.
However, not all local roads are paved, and it is possible to reach some settlements by dirt roads only. Many of these roads are laid along dry riverbeds and streams, and after heavy rain they turn into a turbulent flow of water. In this case, even a powerful SUV won’t be able to move on such roads.
