Are you thinking of hiring a self-drive van in Spain?
We don't actually hire self drive hire vans!
Need help getting your things here? We also offer a convenient Man with a Van service! 😊
Hiring a van in Spain can be surprisingly expensive — and often frustrating. Many rental companies provide older, poorly maintained vehicles, and it's not uncommon for the size you reserved to be unavailable when you arrive.
On top of that, most van hire deals only include 100–200 km per day, with extra mileage charged at €0.40 or more per kilometre — costs that add up fast.
With our Man with a Van service, you get a reliable vehicle, fair pricing, and someone who knows the area — no stress, no surprises.
Stil thinking of hiring a self drive van? Here is some useful information to help you look out for certain things along with rules and regulations.
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Overweight
Most large vans are rated as 3500kg. This is the total weight the vehicle can weigh loaded. Most full or almost full vans are grossly overweight.
It's not just about total weight either. Each axle has a limit. Exceed these and your a putting yourself and other road users at risk!
900kg's
What most large vans can carry!
The average large van weighs in at around 2450 kg's EMPTY.
Add around 70kg's for a tank of fuel and 85g's for an average driver.
This leaves you with a realistic loading weight of 895kg's. That's equivalent to 35 boxes weighing 25kg's each!
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500kg Overweight?
Most authorites will allow 5 to 10% above the vehicles maximum weight. This will likely attact a fine of around €500.
And you will need to reduce the weight before you can continue your journey.
More that 10% overweight. You'd better have deep pockets to pay the fine!
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