What our customers say about their journeys
We value honest feedback from every traveller who chooses 4Drive Chile. These reviews come from customers who picked up vehicles in Santiago, Puerto Montt, Punta Arenas, and other locations across the country. Each experience is unique, shaped by the route taken, the season, and the specific vehicle selected during booking.
We drove from Santiago to Valparaiso and then down to Vina del Mar over five days in February. The Toyota RAV4 handled Ruta 68 beautifully, and the booking advance payment online made the whole process straightforward. Paperwork at the pickup desk in Providencia took about fifteen minutes. The vehicle was clean, the contract clear, and the fuel tank full. We returned it at the same location without any issues. Highly recommend for coastal routes.
Puerto Natales to Torres del Paine was our main goal, and the Suzuki Jimny we picked up proved ideal for the gravel sections leading into the park. We paid the balance with a debit card at the local company's desk, and they explained the damage waiver options clearly. The written permission to cross into Argentina for El Calafate was arranged as an additional service when we booked. Weather in March was unpredictable, but the vehicle never let us down. Great value and reliable service.
Punta Arenas pickup was smooth. We drove north to Puerto Natales and then explored the region around Ultima Esperanza. The Ford Ranger we selected had high clearance, which helped on rougher roads near the coast. The voucher from 4Drive included all contact details for the local company, and they were easy to reach during our trip. We arranged a child seat in advance, and it was fitted when we arrived. No surprises, everything as described.
Picked up a Hyundai Tucson at Santiago airport in January. The vehicle was excellent, and the online booking process was clear. However, the wait time at the airport desk was about forty minutes during peak afternoon hours. Once we got the keys, everything went smoothly. We drove to La Serena via Ruta 5, and the Tucson handled the highway toll plazas and long distances comfortably. Would book again but perhaps choose an off-peak pickup time.
We rented a Toyota Hilux from Puerto Montt in June and drove south along Ruta 7, the Carretera Austral. Ferry bookings for the route were arranged through 4Drive as an additional service, and everything aligned perfectly. The part-time 4WD was essential for the gravel stretches and mountain passes with winter snow. The local company in Puerto Montt delivered the vehicle to our hotel, saving us a trip to the office. Contract was signed at handover, and the vehicle condition was documented thoroughly.
Santiago to Vina del Mar and back over a long weekend in July. The Nissan Qashqai we booked was perfect for coastal roads and city driving. Payment was split: advance online by card, then the balance in cash at pickup. The company accepted both options as stated in our voucher. No issues at all. The vehicle was returned on Sunday morning, and the inspection took less than ten minutes. A straightforward experience from start to finish.
Our trip from Santiago to Concepcion and back covered about 1,000 km in August. The Chevrolet Tracker had enough space for three adults and luggage. We fuelled up at Copec and Shell stations along Ruta 5, and the electronic tolls were straightforward. The local company's damage waiver terms were explained clearly at signing, and we chose coverage that suited our budget. The vehicle was reliable, and the return process in Santiago was quick. Would use 4Drive again for future trips.
We picked up a Mitsubishi Outlander in Punta Arenas in September and drove to Parque Nacional Torres del Paine via Puerto Natales. The AWD system handled variable weather and gravel roads confidently. We arranged a second driver as an additional service when booking, which allowed us to share the long stretches. The local company's office in Punta Arenas was professional, and the vehicle handover included a thorough walk-around. Everything matched the description online. Excellent service throughout.
If you have recently travelled with 4Drive Chile, we would welcome your feedback. Share your experience, the route you took, and any details that might help future customers. Your honest review assists us in maintaining the quality of service and helps others plan their journeys across Chile.