I often rent a standard SUV from Avis and always get given something like a 2012 Ford Explorer, Kia Sorento or Grand Cherokee.

Yesterday I got given a Buick Enclave at LAX, but promptly returned it for an Explorer. There was either something wrong with it or otherwise it's just a terrible car to drive. Avis are very accommodating when I ask to swap too.

In my experience, the 'Elite' vehicles are usually premium badges with better equipment, but often not actually as spacious or practical. They're often not actually four wheel drive model either.