What is a deductible?
The deductible is the maximum amount that may remain payable by the customer for covered damage. If the damage costs less, the real damage amount applies.
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Understand deductibles, deposits and optional protection so you can choose the right cover for your trip.
CDW explained clearlyDeposits shown before bookingExclusions without surprises
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Understand protection before choosing the car
Every rental includes a basic cover. Higher levels can reduce your financial responsibility for contract-covered damage.
What is a deposit?
The deposit is not a fee. It is a temporary hold requested at pick-up and released when the vehicle is returned as agreed.
What does CDW really mean?
CDW reduces liability for bodywork damage within contractual limits. It is not a full insurance policy for every part of the vehicle.
What is a deductible?
Examples by cover
The deductible is the maximum amount that may remain payable by the customer for covered damage. If the damage costs less, the real damage amount applies.
Standard
Deductible€5,000
Damage€500
To pay€500
The deductible is the maximum amount that may remain payable by the customer for covered damage. If the damage costs less, the real damage amount applies.
Premium
Deductible€2,500
Damage€3,000
To pay€2,500
The deductible is the maximum amount that may remain payable by the customer for covered damage. If the damage costs less, the real damage amount applies.
Full Kasko
Deductible€0 or €500
Damage€500
To pay€0 or max €500
The deductible is the maximum amount that may remain payable by the customer for covered damage. If the damage costs less, the real damage amount applies.
CDW
What does CDW really mean?
CDW reduces liability for bodywork damage within contractual limits. It is not a full insurance policy for every part of the vehicle.
Usually covered
- accidental bodywork impacts
- contract-covered collisions
- external scratches and dents
- parking damage to bodywork
Usually excluded
- tyres and rims
- underbody and roof
- engine, gearbox and clutch
- interior, keys, fuel and fines
- negligence or non-compliant use
Compare the cover levels
Compare the cover levels
The final deductible and deposit are shown in the vehicle summary before confirmation.
Standard
IncludedWhat is a deductible?€5,000
What is a deposit?€500
For the lowest price with a higher remaining responsibility.
Premium
BalancedWhat is a deductible?€2,500
What is a deposit?€350
For holidays and families with lower financial exposure.
Full Kasko
Maximum protectionWhat is a deductible?€0 or €500
What is a deposit?€200
For the highest available peace of mind.
Add-on protections and extras
Add-on protections and extras
Optional services can protect glass, authorize more drivers or manage young-driver conditions.
Glass protection
Dedicated option for windows and windscreen when available.
Additional driver
Register other authorized drivers on the rental contract.
Young driver
May involve supplements or limits depending on the vehicle.
Questions before renting
Questions before renting
Quick answers about deductible, deposit, Full Kasko, glass, drivers and responsibility.
What is a car rental deductible?
It is the maximum amount that may remain payable by the customer for damage covered by the rental agreement.
Is the deposit refunded?
Yes. It is a temporary hold and is released after a regular return, according to card and bank timing.
Does Full Kasko cover everything?
No. It is still a CDW-style cover with contractual limits and exclusions.
Are tyres covered?
Usually tyres, punctures and blowouts are excluded unless a dedicated option is available and selected.
Can I add another driver?
Yes, when available, every driver must be registered and hold a valid licence.
Where do I see the final amounts?
Before confirmation the summary shows cover, deductible, deposit, extras and total.
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Choose the right cover for your trip
Compare the available protections and book with deductible, deposit, extras and total clearly shown.