Today, mobility has evolved sufficiently to offer services that are best suited to each person's needs.
Of course, buying a car remains one of the most popular options for drivers, but it's far from the only one. We can now choose from a variety of driving options, from subscription services like Astara Move to leasing contracts.
Below, we'll explain what a rental car is and what a subscription service is. This will help you understand both services in detail, along with the advantages they offer and their unique features. You'll then be able to choose the one that best suits your needs.
What is car leasing?
Car leasing is the adaptation of a rental service to the automotive market. It consists of a contract in which the driver agrees to pay monthly fees in exchange for the right to drive a vehicle.
A rental contract can last from 36 to 60 months , although it can also be limited by mileage.
Once the contract ends, the user returns the vehicle to the finance company and can choose, if desired, to renew the service with a completely new vehicle of any model, from among the available options.
One of the great advantages of car rental is that customers only have to worry about paying the monthly fee and the fuel they need for each trip. All other services are included, from maintenance to car insurance.
What does the Astara Move subscription service offer?
Now that you know what car leasing is , let's briefly describe the subscription service available from Astara. You'll see they have a few things in common.
With Astara Move, our vehicle subscription service , you can enjoy driving any vehicle you want in exchange for a monthly fee.
You choose when and where you need the vehicle, which you can choose from a fleet of vehicles less than a year old. All with no down payment or additional costs; you only have to worry about the rental fee and fuel costs.
As you can see, there's one key aspect you don't have to worry about: when to return the vehicle . You can do it whenever you want! Because our subscription service is non-binding.
However, this is just one of the many differences between renting and subscription, so let's look at them in detail below.
Subscription car vs. rental car: comparison
Choosing a subscription car or a rental car are two of the preferred options for today's drivers if they are not interested in purchasing a vehicle.
As you may have noticed, they have quite a few things in common :
- Both services include vehicle maintenance, one of the most important costs any owner has to face.
- Insurance is also included. Check the coverage included in each case to compare this specific service.
- Forget about taxes. You don't have to pay them with either a subscription or a rental car, because they fall under the responsibility of the dealer or financial institution.
- Take advantage of both roadside assistance services whenever you need it.
However, when comparing car leasing and vehicle subscription services, we do find some important differences. We recommend choosing a subscription, as, as you'll see below, it's likely a better fit for your needs.
Vehicle delivery
Renting is a contract that requires certain procedures and requirements. This significantly delays vehicle delivery, not least because it represents a long-term commitment to the customer, although it is less expensive than financing a car purchase .
With the subscription service, vehicle delivery is immediate. This is partly due to the simplified registration and application process, as it is primarily designed to allow customers to enjoy much more flexible, versatile, and faster mobility, tailored to their needs at any given time.
Contract duration
A car rental contract can range from 36 to 60 months, or approximately 3 to 5 years (although some companies vary these time ranges).
The good news is that if your conditions change during this period, at the end of the contract you can renew the service with a car better suited to your needs, for example, if you're starting a family and need more space for the children, luggage, baby items, etc.
A car subscription contract with Astara Move has no term. It's that simple. You can cancel whenever you want, resume the subscription at any time, and continue using it as often as you need.