Which vehicle to choose for your group and your luggage?
Which vehicle to choose for your group, and what should you do when the suitcases overflow? Here are our vehicles, from the smallest to the largest, with their capacity, their price and the right way to book.
For up to 3 passengers, a sedan is enough: €119 between Charles de Gaulle and Paris. For up to 7, take a 7-seat van (€149); for 8, an 8-seat van; beyond that, a minibus for up to 20 or a coach for up to 54, on quotation. Always state your luggage when you book.
How many passengers in each vehicle?
You choose first according to the number of passengers, then check that the luggage fits. Count everyone who is travelling, children included. Here are the capacities of our fleet, with, as an example, the fixed price of a transfer between Charles de Gaulle and Paris, including VAT and per vehicle:
| Passengers | Vehicle | Ideal for | CDG – Paris price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 to 3 | Sedan | Transfers and business meetings | €119 |
| 1 to 3 | Prestige sedan | More comfort for rear-seat passengers | €219 |
| 1 to 3 | Electric sedan, prestige SUV or ultra-luxury sedan | Zero-emission journeys, mountains and Riviera, special occasions | On quotation |
| Up to 7 | 7-seat van | Families, teams, skiers | €149 |
| Up to 7 | 7-seat electric van | Families and teams, zero emissions | On quotation |
| Up to 8 | 8-seat van | Groups, travellers with lots of luggage | On quotation |
| Up to 20 | Minibus | Seminars, delegations, weddings | On quotation |
| Up to 54 | Coach | Conferences, weddings, organised tours | On quotation |
Other routes and vehicles without a fixed price are available on quotation, with a fixed price including VAT confirmed before booking. Each vehicle is presented in detail on the Our fleet page.
How many suitcases fit in each vehicle?
We do not publish a number of suitcases per vehicle, with one exception: in the minibus, allow 1 hold bag and 1 cabin bag per person. For the other vehicles, it all depends on the size of the suitcases, and the space available for luggage also depends on the number of passengers on board: a full 8-seat van leaves less room than a van carrying four people. Nor do two large hard-shell suitcases take up the same space as two soft bags.
So the rule is simple: when you book, tell us the number of suitcases, as well as any pushchairs, ski bags, golf bags or instruments. We choose the vehicle accordingly and, if everything does not fit, we offer you a larger vehicle or two vehicles.
Sedan or prestige sedan: which to choose for up to 3 passengers?
Both take 1 to 3 passengers. The sedan is the car for transfers and business meetings: €119 between Charles de Gaulle and Paris, €95 between Orly and Paris. The prestige sedan is designed for the comfort of passengers in the back, at €219 between Charles de Gaulle and Paris and €189 between Orly and Paris. For more than three passengers, or with lots of luggage, move up to a van.
Three other vehicles also take 1 to 3 passengers, on quotation for transfers. The electric sedan, and its prestige version, produce no exhaust emissions: see our electric range. The prestige SUV is well suited to journeys to the mountains and on the Riviera; it is not suited to skis. Finally, the ultra-luxury sedan is designed for weddings and special occasions.
7-seat van or 8-seat van: which to choose?
The 7-seat van is our only van at a fixed price on the main routes: €149 between Charles de Gaulle and Paris, €129 between Orly and Paris, €159 between Paris and Disneyland Paris. It is also available in an electric version, on quotation. The 8-seat van offers one more seat and plenty of luggage space; it is available on quotation, depending on the route and the time.
A van for 8 people with luggage: is it possible?
Yes, but with eight people on board, there is less room left for luggage. Give us the full list of suitcases and equipment. If it is long, two vehicles or a minibus will be more comfortable: we will tell you before you book.
4 or 5 passengers: one van or two sedans?
A sedan takes 3 passengers at most: from 4, you need a van or two sedans. Between Charles de Gaulle and Paris, the 7-seat van costs €149, and two sedans 2 × €119. The van keeps everyone together, luggage included, in a single vehicle. Two sedans make more sense if you are going to two different addresses. In every case, our prices are per vehicle, not per passenger.
For more than 8 passengers, which vehicle should you book?
For a group of 9 to 20 people, the minibus with chauffeur carries everyone in a single vehicle, with 1 hold bag and 1 cabin bag per person: one schedule, one chauffeur. It is the option for seminars, delegations and weddings. For more than 20 passengers, the coach carries up to 54, with luggage in the hold. Several vans are also possible, for example if the group is going to several addresses. These vehicles are available on quotation: tell us the size of the group, the volume of luggage and the itinerary.
And for a day with a chauffeur, does the choice change?
The logic stays the same: the number of passengers first, then the luggage. With an hourly chauffeur, the price is charged by the hour, with a 3-hour minimum: €95 per hour by sedan, €165 by prestige sedan and €135 by 7-seat van, including VAT and per vehicle. The electric sedan, its prestige version and the electric van are at the same hourly rate as their equivalent. The 8-seat van, the minibus, the coach, the prestige SUV and the ultra-luxury sedan are available on quotation, as is any hourly booking of more than 12 hours.
For a day of meetings for three people, the sedan is often enough. For a team of four to seven people moving from one site to another, compare: a 7-seat van at €135 per hour, or two sedans at 2 × €95. With the van, everyone arrives at the same time.
And for the mountains in winter?
For the Alps, our vehicles are equipped for winter. From 1 November to 31 March, the Mountain Law requires, in the municipalities concerned, including the whole of Savoie and Haute-Savoie, winter tyres marked 3PMSF or snow chains or snow socks on board. For skis, choose a van: our 7- or 8-seat vans carry up to 5 or 6 pairs of skis or snowboards in bags, along with the passengers' luggage; tell us how many when you book and we will confirm. Sedans and the SUV are not suited to skis.
What should you specify when booking?
- The number of travellersAdults and children, without forgetting anyone: this determines the vehicle category.
- LuggageNumber of suitcases and cabin bags, pushchairs, ski bags, golf bags, musical instruments.
- PetsSmall pets in their cage or closed carrier; guide and assistance dogs are always accepted.
- The route and the timeFlight or train number and exact address. For a fixed-price route, you book online; otherwise, request a quote.
Still unsure which vehicle to choose for your group and your luggage? Describe your trip to us: we will recommend the right vehicle and give you its fixed price before you book.
If you are hesitating between a sedan and a van, choose the van: hard-shell suitcases take up more room than you might think.
CDG – Paris: from €119 in an E-Class. Fixed price including VAT confirmed before booking, name-board welcome included, no night or weekend surcharge.
Frequently asked questions
How many suitcases fit in a sedan?
We do not give a fixed number: it depends on the size of the suitcases. The boot takes the luggage for a business trip or a stay for two; beyond that, tell us about your suitcases when you book and we will recommend a van if needed.
Is the price per passenger or per vehicle?
Per vehicle. Between Charles de Gaulle and Paris, the 7-seat van costs €149, whether there are four or seven of you on board.
Which vehicle for 15 people?
A minibus, for up to 20 passengers with 1 hold bag and 1 cabin bag per person, or several vans; for a larger group, a coach. These vehicles are available on quotation.
Can I book two vehicles for the same group?
Yes. Mention it when you book or in your quote request: it is useful when there is a lot of luggage or when the group is going to two addresses.
Do electric vehicles carry as many passengers?
Yes: 1 to 3 passengers in an electric sedan, up to 7 in an electric van. For transfers, they are available on quotation.
Should I mention a pushchair or skis?
Yes, as with any bulky luggage. For skis, plan on a van: up to 5 or 6 pairs in bags, along with the suitcases; tell us how many when you book and we will confirm.
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What is included with a private chauffeur?
The fixed price of a transfer includes the name-board welcome, flight tracking, 60 minutes of waiting time at the airport, a bilingual chauffeur (French and English) in a suit who is there 15 minutes early, a bottle of water and chargers, with no night or weekend surcharge.
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At Aura Chauffeur, an Orly – Paris transfer costs €95 in a sedan and a Charles de Gaulle – Paris transfer €119, at a fixed price including VAT given before you book.
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Sources
- Winter tyres, chains: what are your obligations until 31 March 2027? (Service-Public.fr, 20 October 2026)
- Compulsory equipment in winter (Savoie prefecture)
- Compulsory winter equipment (Haute-Savoie prefecture)
Prices and timetables of other means of transport may change: check the official websites before you travel.
Prices and information checked in November 2026 · Updated 8 November 2026.
Written by the Aura Chauffeur team, private chauffeurs in Paris.