How do I go about renting a Kia car?

The rental process is the same for all cars. The minimum legal age to rent a car is 21 years, however, some exotic cars may require for the renter to be 23 or even 25 years of age in some cases.For UAE residents, you will need a copy of your Emirates ID and Driver’s License.For tourists, you will need a copy of your passport, visit visa (with entry stamp), driver’s license (from your country of residence) as well as an international driver’s license (IDP).Please note that while most companies only accept credit cards for the security deposit in the form of a pre-authorization block, some companies also accept cash or debit cards.

What’s included in the rental cost?

The rental cost covers standard mileage limit and basic insurance as per RTA regulations. All car rental companies offer free roadside assistance incase of vehicle breakdown. Baby / child seats are available, subject to availability, free of charge upon request.

What types of Kia cars are available for hire?

Kia is an incredibly diverse brand, and we offer many of the cars for hire from their extensive range. There’s economical cars like the Kia Picaton, Kia rio and Kia Pegas for those looking for a simple compact sedan for daily use. There’s also slightly more comfortable mid-range luxury sedans like the Kia Optima or Kia Cerato, if you’re looking for some more space in a car. There is also a large range of compact crossovers like the Kia Sportage and Kia Soul. There’s even larger SUVs like the Kia Seltos, and minivans like the Kia Carnival, for large groups of people travelling together.

Can you drive to different Emirates (cities within UAE) with your rented Kia vehicle?

Yes of course! Car rental companies allow their vehicles to be driven anywhere within the UAE, with the exception of Jebel Jais, Jebel Hafeet, and within the desert regions. It is, however, best to inform / check with the car rental agent regarding your destination, well in advance.If you’re planning a trip to Abu Dhabi or Fujairah, consider renting for 2 or more days to offset the additional mileage charge you will incur. As most car rentals, come with a mileage limit of 250 kilometres per day. The drive from Dubai to Abu Dhabi is approximately 150km away so if you’re doing a return trip you’ll most likely do over 300km on the journey. To avoid any confusion, consult with the car rental agency for suggestions concerning your travel plan as there could be bundles for different mileages available.If you want to take your whole family on a road trip, you can check out the Kia Carnival, which is the largest vehicle in the Kia range, with ample seating and storage space for you and your friend and familyIf you’re looking for more high-end SUVs to take on longer journeys, check out this article from our OneClickDrive blog, which talks about the most luxurious SUVs that we have to offer.

Is it better to buy or rent a Vehicle from Kia if I am planning to use it long-term?

Renting a car from Kia instead of buying one allows you to enjoy the car without having to worry about maintenance and any other faults you may experience upon using the car. When it comes to buying an economy car from Kia, you can consider buying a used car or new car but the depreciation factor and the running cost may turn out to be higher than expected. Leasing a car from Kia on a long-term basis is definitely worth looking into.Furthermore, when it comes to renting a vehicle long-term, you’re paying for what you use, not for the car as a whole, hence it is better from an economical standpoint as well.