Wedding Cars: How to Choose and What to Consider

A car at a wedding is not just transportation from the registry office to the restaurant, but also part of the photoshoot, the first shot of the newlyweds’ departure, and the mood of the guests. From May to September, exclusive cars from Apex Rent Car for Saturdays get booked a month in advance, so we’ve gathered tips on how to choose a car, how much it costs, and what to pay attention to in the contract.

The Three Most Popular Options

Mercedes G 63 AMG is the undisputed leader among wedding bookings. The white “G-Wagon” looks equally stunning in the city and in nature, fits the newlyweds along with a photographer and driver, and isn’t afraid of dirt roads to locations outside the city. Rental costs $450 per day, with a $3000 deposit, and is available only with our driver.

Mercedes-AMG G 63 is for those who want emotions: a charismatic silhouette, the sound of a V8, and shots on the highway as you leave the city. Rental is $450 per day, deposit $3000. BMW X5 and Audi Q7 are a restrained and prestigious choice for guests and parents, costing $141–170 per day, with a $1000 deposit. For a motorcade of several cars, we offer a 10% discount on each additional vehicle.

With a Driver or Self-Drive

We strongly recommend renting a wedding car with a driver. On the wedding day, the groom shouldn’t worry about parking near the registry office, and after the restaurant, he shouldn’t drive. Our driver, dressed in a business suit, arrives an hour before the start, knows the best photoshoot locations in Kyiv and outside the city, and keeps track of the timing. This service costs from $80 for 8 hours. For the Mercedes G 63 AMG and Porsche Cayenne, rental is only possible with a driver.

Decoration, Timing, and Route

• Decoration is allowed, but only without glue, tape, or metal fasteners on the body. Ribbons on mirrors and flowers on the hood attached with suction cups are fine.
• Book the car 3–4 weeks before the date, and for weekends in June and September — 1.5–2 months in advance.
• Plan the route with timing: bride’s home, registry office, 2–3 photo locations, restaurant. We will calculate if 8 hours is enough.
• Specify how many guests will ride in the car: the BMW 5 Series comfortably fits three passengers, while the G-Class and Audi Q7 fit four or more.
• Inform us if part of the route goes on dirt roads: not every car is suitable for countryside locations.

How Much to Budget

The minimum scenario: BMW X5 with a driver for 8 hours costs about $250. The average: Mercedes G 63 AMG with a driver for the whole day — $530. A motorcade of three cars, for example, a G-Class for the newlyweds and two Mercedes E-Class for parents and witnesses, will cost approximately $750–800 with the quantity discount. This is comparable to the cost of a videographer, but the shots with the car remain in all photos.

Terms and Deposit

When renting with a driver, the deposit is not blocked, and the responsibility for the car lies with us. If you rent a G 63 or X5 on your own, standard conditions apply: age from 25 years, driving experience from 3 years, deposit of $1500–2000 on the card. You can cancel the booking free of charge 24 hours before, but for exclusive-class cars in season, we require a 30% prepayment, which is refunded if canceled 7 days in advance.

Conclusion

Choose a car that fits the style of your wedding, book a month in advance, and take a driver — this removes all worries on the most important day. Write to us with the date, route, and number of guests, and a manager at +38 096 886 9999 will select the motorcade and lock in the price.