Kuopio car hire

The average price of fuel in Kuopio is R129,63 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between R1 556 and R2 074, depending on the car size.

Luxury (Class Luxury Van or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Kuopio.

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A Luxury car hire in Kuopio costs R3 312 per day, on average.

A Compact car hire in Kuopio costs R1 145 per day, on average.

An Intermediate car hire in Kuopio costs R1 244 per day, on average.

When choosing a car to hire in Kuopio, consider your budget and personal preferences, as there are a variety of cars suitable for specific needs. The suitable car for hire in Kuopio is a mid-size or compact car with good winter capabilities. Kuopio experiences icy roads and heavy snowfall from late November to early April, which are winter months. Therefore, the roads get slippery. A compact or mid-size car with traction control and good winter tyres will provide stability and safe movement through the snow periods. Kuopio has a small population, so using a compact car will enable easy manoeuvrability in narrow streets and parking spaces.

The speed limit in Kuopio varies with the specific area you are driving. Urban areas have a speed limit of 50 km/h (30 mph), residential and school zones have a 30 (20 mph) to 40 km/h (25 mph) speed limit, while rural areas and open roads have an 80 km/h (50 mph) speed limit. When driving around Kuopio, ensure you check for speed limit signage and drive within the set limits, as there are speed cameras in various locations to curb speed violation problems in high-risk areas.

Kuopio has several parking places that you can consider when hiring a car in Kuopio. You can get free parking in the residential areas, shopping centres, outskirts of downtown Kuopio, parks, and recreational areas, including Väinölänniemi and Saaristokaupunki. Alternatively, opt for paid parking in the city centre, particularly in the main streets and Kauppatori, shopping districts, including the centre of Haapaniemi and Matkus shopping centre. You can also park in waterfront and recreational areas, such as Kuopio Marketplace Park and Kuopio Harbor. Parking costs about €1 (£1.1705) to €2 (£2.341) hourly. Car parks in Kuopio accept cash, mobile payment, credit or debit card payments. You can also use the Park-and-Ride facilities to park your car for free and use public transport.