9 seater car hire – The Options

An MPV hire is the ideal way to transport a big family or group of friends onward to their on arrival at the airport. When you’re hiring a people carrier, you need to think about the number of people in your party and amount of luggage they will be carrying. With the price of fuel at an all time high, consider hiring a diesel vehicle as this will reduce your overall cost hugely.

We have many other Italian airports you can hire a vehicle from including People Carrier Hire Perugia Airport

Please remember that if you want to get the best price on a people carrier hire you should book your vehicle well in advance. Hiring a people carrier is straightforward now with many websites offering price comparison booking engines, so make use of these. Do your research ahead of travel and above all remember to read all the terms and conditions as many suppliers of people carrier hire differ from each other. Different companies all have different policies on fuel, so make sure you do not get caught for two tanks of fuel as many people have done in the past.

Many car hire companies charge excesses of €2000, so please ask about this and think about taking insurance cover on this as well. Below we will look at some of the more popular people carriers, MTVs, minivans and SUVs which are on the hire market today.

Ford Galaxy – Still Going Strong.

Although it’s been over a long time now, the Ford Galaxy people carrier is still considered king of the hill by many people. There’s plenty of space inside the cabin, excellent headroom and legroom, and plenty of room in the boot. It’s an easy seven seater which can actually double as a luggage hauler when the seats are folded away. It looks cumbersome from the outside but it’s actually amazingly good to drive.

For handling and performance, this has to be one of the best people carriers out there. The level of kit inside the Galaxy is top-notch with electric everything and tinted glass and leather in many models. Fuel economy is outstanding in the diesel versions with around 45 mpg achievable – the petrol engines aren’t as good so we recommend diesel every time.

After some early teething problems, the Galay is now one of the most reliable people carrier hires you can opt for. Although the Galaxy is roomy inside, if you do have seven adults in your group, and a lot of lugage, you will probably need to hire a roof box as well. You will not be disappointed if you hire a Galaxy, it’s a stylish and reliable people carrier that will not give you a moments trouble.

VW Touran.

Of the many small MPVs on the people carrier rental market, the VW Touran may not be the most eyecatching in appearance – but don’t be put off, it is one of the most versatile 5+2 seater people carriers available. It’s pleasant interior and excellent handling along with reasonable fuel economy make a great choice for most families. The diesel engines are slightly noisier, but deliver far better fuel economy and are well worth considering.

Practicality and versatility are without doubt the VW Touran’s strong points. The third row of seats fold down to create additional luggage room and there are around 39 storage points inside the car.

Citroen C4 Grand Picasso.

The Citroen C4 Grand Picasso has a reputation for comfort, and it’s a good looking and roomy 7 seater hire. The external look of this people carrier is very pleasing, and the inside is spacious and well appointed.

The seats fold away brilliantly giving a massive amount of storage space if required. This So slightly softer suspension on the grand Picasso compared to many of its rivals, which is not as pleasant for the driver as it is for the passengers. Once you get used to the handling though, you should have no problems with the overall performance of this roomy 7 seater.

Hire this people carrier if you are going to be doing a lot of miles – it is probably the most comfortable MPV on the market today. The seat mechanism is great – just pull a handle on the back and the base lifts up and the chair slides forward to give excellent access to the third row . Cabin space inside is excellent and the seats are supporting with plenty of legroom.

Depending on the version you choose to hire, you can expect to achieve anything from 30mpg right up to 57mpg in the 1.6 e-HDI people carrier. The Grand Picasso is a practical, reliable and comfortable 7 seater which can be hired just about everywhere – we think it’s an excellent choice.

SEAT Alhambra – Affordable 7 Seater People Carrier.

SEAT have produced a refined and practical people carrier in the Alhambra which is cheaper to hire than most of its competitors. Excellent handling and decent fuel economy mean the Alhambra is an economic selection. There’s no doubt that for a minivan, the level of comfort is amazing. The Alhambra is an excellent driving experience, it’s very well-equipped, and it’s near the top of its class for safety. Not many negatives, but if you’re being picky, the sheer size of the vehicle can make parking a bit of a struggle. Also the rearmost seats definitely don’t fold away as quickly as you may want. However, although there are one or two small annoyances, overall this is a great choice for families looking to hire a 7 seater.