Maui. This quaint sounding place is the second largest of the Hawaiian Islands. From one end to the other, it covers an expanse of well over seven hundred miles. What is the best way to explore this charming Valley Isle Rent a car, of course! There are plenty of maui car rental firms on the island to choose from, whether you want an economy car, a luxury vehicle, a jeep or a minivan. You can hire these wheels for as many hours as you wish, or on a daily basis or even for a week.

Some Maui Car Rental Policies
License: Quite obviously, you need to have a valid driver s license.

Age Requirement: Some car rental services require that you should be of minimum 18 years of age, while others insist on 21 years as the minimum age.

Rates: These, naturally, depend on the number of hours for which you will be renting the wheels. You can rent a vehicle for 8 hours, 24 hours or even on a weekly basis.

The Types of Vehicles & Approximate Rates
Of course, rates and services differ from one car rental service to another, depending on the vehicle hired and the number of hours. Heres a general idea of the different types of vehicles that you can rent and approximate rates [this article is not endorsing any of the models mentioned they are just examples]:

Economy Cars: A 4-door economy car, such as a Kia Rio or a Chevrolet Aveo or even a Hyundai Accent, can be rented for a starting price of $30 on a daily basis, and $140 -$200 for a week.

Compact Cars: 4-door Dodge Neon or Ford Focus can be rented for $30 - $35 (daily rate). The weekly rates could range from $150 - $200.

Intermediate Cars: You can rent a 4-door Chrysler Sebring or Chevy Cobalt for upwards of $30 everyday, or $ 160 to a little over $200 for a week.

Mid Size Cars: Two or four door Coupes can be rented for starting prices of $35 (daily rate) and over $170 on a weekly basis.

Full Size Cars: 4-door Dodge Charger or Chevrolet Impala or Ford Taurus comes for a daily rent of over $40 and over $200 for weekly rentals.

Convertibles: Models include the Chrysler Sebring, Ford Mustang, etc. Rates: $55 upward for a day, and from $260 to over $360 for a week.

Luxury Cars: Exotic and luxury cars could include Cadillacs and Lincoln Towncars, These and similar models can be rented for upwards of $75 daily and over $350 on a weekly basis.
Jeeps: You can opt for a Jeep Wrangler with removable soft tops, or even a Jeep Grand Cherokee Loredo for above $50 on a daily basis and over $275 for a week.

Minivans: For a large family or group of friends, a minivan is ideal. You can rent it for just over $60 to $80 for a day. If you are sticking around for a week, rent it for over $250 - $400.
SUVs: These sturdy wheels are available for rent at about $70 daily and over $350 for a week.

Tourist Notes

It is advisable to look around at 2 3 car rental firms online. You can compare the rates and car models available before making any reservations.

The rates mentioned by a car rental firm will most likely not include the Hawaii State taxes and airport surcharges.
Find out which vehicle you are likely to get as an option in case the vehicle for which you registered is not available when you actually land at Maui.

Since Maui is susceptible to sudden showers, be prepared and take appropriate apparel! In fact, check weather conditions for the days you plan to head to Maui before making car rental reservations.

So whether you want to cruise in the Hawaiian sunshine in an open convertible or head to the rugged countryside in a versatile SUV, you are bound to find a suitable pair of wheels at a Maui car rental firm. Go ahead and get value for money!