Real experiences from travellers on Bali roads
We collect feedback from customers who booked through 4Drive Indonesia and picked up their vehicle from local rental companies across Bali. Each review reflects a genuine journey - from coastal routes to mountain passes, city streets to village tracks. Read what worked, what surprised, and what to keep in mind when planning your own trip.
Picked up a Toyota Avanza at Ngurah Rai Airport and drove straight to Ubud via Sanur. The automatic transmission handled the hills easily, and the rental company marked every scratch on the pickup form. Stopped at Tegallalang rice terraces and continued to Kintamani - 70 km round trip with no issues. Fuel stations were easy to find along Jalan Raya Ubud. Returned the vehicle in Denpasar after five days.
Rented a Suzuki Ertiga in Canggu for a week-long trip around the island. Drove north to Singaraja along the coastal road, then across to Amed on the east coast - narrow village roads required patience but the vehicle was stable. Air conditioning worked well during midday heat. Booking advance paid online, final amount settled with debit card at pickup. Contact details in the voucher were accurate.
Booked a Honda Brio for three days in Seminyak. Compact size made parking easier near Jalan Kayu Aya, but scooter traffic was busier than expected during evening hours - required constant attention at intersections. The vehicle was clean and fuel-efficient for short trips to Kuta and Jimbaran. Paperwork at pickup took 15 minutes. Overall solid experience despite the traffic density.
Drove a Mitsubishi Xpander from Denpasar to Nusa Dua and back via Uluwatu. The seven-seater gave us plenty of space for luggage and beach gear. Stopped at Garuda Wisnu Kencana, then followed the coastal cliff road to Uluwatu Temple - 25 km each way. Rental company provided clear instructions for fuel type and explained the excess policy. No surprises at return.
Picked up a Toyota Rush in Sanur for a mountain trip to Bedugul and Lake Bratan. The SUV handled the winding climb from sea level to 1200 metres without struggle. Rain started near Candikuning but visibility stayed decent. Stopped at Jatiluwih rice terraces on the return - gravel parking area was no problem. Fuel economy around 12 km per litre on mixed roads. Would book again for similar routes.
Rented a Daihatsu Ayla in Kuta for daily trips around south Bali. Small engine suited urban speeds of 40-50 km/h, and parking in tight hotel driveways was simple. Drove to Sanur Beach one morning, then to Jimbaran Fish Market another day - each under 10 km. The rental company delivered the vehicle to our hotel lobby, which saved time. All damage already noted in the contract before we left.
Booked a Toyota Innova for eight days starting in Ubud. Drove east to Tirta Gangga water palace, stayed overnight in Amed, then looped back via Mount Batur viewpoint. Total distance around 200 km over three days. The diesel engine was quiet on long stretches, and the rear seats folded down for extra storage. Rental company accepted cash for the final payment as stated in the voucher.
Picked up a Suzuki APV at Jimbaran for a group trip to Tanah Lot and Canggu. The van seated six comfortably, and the sliding door made beach stops easier. Traffic along Jalan Raya Canggu was heavy at sunset but the vehicle stayed cool inside. Returned at Ngurah Rai Airport counter after four days - inspection took five minutes. Clear communication from 4Drive Indonesia throughout the booking process.
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