Family car rental

Family car hire in Toulon and Ajaccio

What are the advantages of renting a family car? 

Renting a family car offers a number of advantages:

1. Extra space: Family vehicles, such as MPVs or station wagons, offer spacious interiors with comfortable seating for families, plus a voluminous boot for carrying multiple items of luggage and belongings. This allows all passengers to travel comfortably, especially on long journeys.
2. Versatility: Family vehicles are designed to offer a multitude of choices, whether for carrying passengers, luggage, strollers, bicycles or other equipment needed when traveling with family or friends.
3. Safety: Family vehicles are equipped with a multitude of safety features, such as anti-lock braking systems (ABS), airbags, multiple radars and cameras to facilitate parking, stability control systems, ISOFIX mountings for child seats, and more. All this helps to ensure the safety of family members on the road.
4. Passenger comfort: as family vehicles are larger, they will be more comfortable for rear passengers, with reclining seats, independent air-conditioning, sun blinds, power sockets, entertainment screens and more. Perfect for a pleasant, relaxed drive.
5. Easy loading: Family vehicles feature larger tailgates or sliding doors, making it easier to load and unload luggage, strollers and other bulky equipment.
6. Temporary rental: Renting a family car is ideal for families who occasionally need a larger vehicle, e.g. for vacations, removals or special events.

Before renting a family car, it's a good idea to check the options available from rental agencies, compare rates, read customer reviews and make sure the vehicle meets your specific needs in terms of space, comfort and safety.

We also offer our services such as SUV car rental and van hire in Toulon.

The choice of a 7- or 9-seater family car for hire. 

We offer two categories of family vehicles for hire at our two branches in Toulon and Ajaccio: minivans, minibuses and commercial vehicles.

When it comes to MPVs, we offer the Renault Espace. With 7 seats, this minivan is new, and its low mileage makes it an ideal choice for families or groups of people wishing to travel together.

For the commercial vehicle range, our services are currently limited to Renault Master rentals, ideal for transporting goods, equipment or people on business.

In addition to their attractive price, renting one of our vehicles will ensure optimum handling and roadholding for all your passengers.

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The advantages of 7- and 9-seater family vehicles for long-distance journeys

The 7- and 9-seater family vehicles offer many advantages for long-distance travel, including the ability to accommodate a large number of passengers in optimum comfort. These vehicles also offer ample load capacity for luggage, sports equipment or camping supplies. What's more, the 7- and 9-seater family vehicles are equipped with numerous features to ensure the safety of all passengers.

How do I book a family car at the Toulon and Ajaccio car rental agencies?

Family car reservations can be made via our website or by telephone. If you choose to reserve your vehicle directly by phone, we can explain the whole process to you, so that we can make the reservation for you and save you as much time as possible. To reserve a family car, you'll need your credit card to pay the deposit. Our deposit is 1100€. However, with our premium insurance package, in addition to the deductible waiver, you'll also benefit from a deposit reduced by half. This is an important detail if you want to leave on vacation with peace of mind and enjoy your rental to the full.

We can also advise you on the type of family car best suited to your needs. We also offer you the possibility of adding 2 extra drivers free of charge to your car rental in addition to the main driver. This service is available to all our customers.

What are the different ranges of family vehicles?

There are several ranges of family cars offering different levels of size, space and functionality. Here are some of the main family car categories:

1. Family sedans: Family sedans are cars that offer spacious interiors to accommodate family members. They offer a good balance between interior space and maneuverability.
2. MPVs: MPVs, also known as minivans, are specially designed for families. They offer large passenger capacity, with several rows of seats and an enlarged load area. MPVs can often be modulated to allow different combinations of passengers and cargo.
3. SUV: SUVs (Sport Utility Vehicles) have become very popular in recent years as family cars. They offer more interior space in the rear than an economy car, an elevated driving position, superior cargo capacity and the ability to drive comfortably on a wide range of roads and weather conditions.
4. Breaks: Station wagons offer additional cargo space compared to family sedans. They feature a longer body and a lower roof than MPVs.
5. Crossovers: Crossovers are vehicles that combine the features of an SUV and a sedan. They offer more dynamic, compact styling, while providing ample interior space for a family.

It's important to note that the specific features and dimensions of family cars can vary from model to model. It is therefore advisable to carry out thorough research, consult technical specifications and take test drives to find the type of family car that best suits your family's needs and preferences.

Family car rental in Toulon and Ajaccio

What are the benefits of a family car? 

Opinions on family cars can vary according to individual preferences, specific needs and drivers' personal experience. However, here are some general points that are often taken into account when evaluating family cars:

1. Interior space: Family cars are appreciated for the amount of space available for passengers and luggage. A good review of a family car will highlight a spacious cabin, comfortable seats and generous cargo capacity.
2. Versatility: Family cars are appreciated for their versatility and ability to adapt to different family needs. Particularly appreciated for their ability to modulate the seats in different ways, their ease of loading luggage and practical family features such as integrated storage.
3. Safety: Safety is a top priority for families, and family cars meet this extremely important criterion. They are fitted with modern safety equipment, such as emergency braking systems, multiple airbags, driver assistance systems and more.
4. Driving and handling: Family cars need to be easy to drive and maneuver, especially in urban areas with tight parking spaces. Feedback on these vehicles emphasizes maneuverability, visibility, responsive steering and ease of driving.
5. Fuel consumption: Families are often looking for economical family cars. Family cars generally consume more fuel than economy cars, because they are heavier and less aerodynamic. However, carmakers are adapting to demand, and are starting to offer more and more hybrid and electric vehicles to adjust this consumption.
6. Reliability and maintenance costs: Reviews of family cars may also focus on the car's long-term reliability and maintenance costs. Families often look for cars that require few costly repairs and maintenance, which may be mentioned in positive reviews.

It's important to consult a variety of sources, including owners' opinions, professional reviews and reliability reports, to get a complete picture of driver performance and satisfaction with a specific family car.

What are the best family cars? 

It's difficult to pinpoint the best family cars in absolute terms, as this depends on individual preferences, the specific needs of each family and the evaluation criteria used. However, here are a few popular, top-rated family cars in various categories:

1. Volkswagen Golf Variant: This compact car offers generous interior space, good handling and efficient fuel economy.
2. Skoda Octavia Combi: This family sedan offers a spacious interior, a large trunk and a range of high-performance engines.
3. Ford Focus Estate: This station wagon offers an excellent balance between interior space, driving comfort and advanced technologies.
4. Toyota Prius+: This hybrid MPV offers great fuel economy, seating versatility and ample interior space for families.
5. Volvo V60 : This Swedish estate combines elegance, safety, comfort and advanced technology, with a luxurious interior and generous load space.
6. Honda CR-V: This family SUV offers versatility, spacious interior, comfortable driving and proven reliability.
7. Kia Sorento: This large SUV offers generous cargo capacity, versatile seating and a range of advanced safety technologies.
8. Chrysler Pacifica: This MPV offers an upscale interior, plenty of clever storage space and flexible seating configurations for large families.
9. BMW X5: This luxury SUV offers a combination of powerful performance, elegance, interior space and advanced technologies for families looking for a top-of-the-range vehicle.
10. Mercedes-Benz E-Class Estate: This premium estate offers a refined interior, cutting-edge technology, advanced safety features and generous load capacity.

It's important to note that these suggestions are based on popular, top-rated cars in their respective categories. However, it is recommended that you do further research, consult specific reviews, test drive and consider your own needs and preferences before making a purchasing decision.