Avis Fleet List (US & Canada Cars by Class)
#46
Join Date: Oct 2008
Location: YYJ
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I'm trying to haul 1 large suitcase, 4-5 carry-on suitcases, 3-4 backpacks, and an umbrella stroller. I just need to trunk space to get from MCO to the hotel. A total of 5 passengers. From the pictures on the HHR, PT Cruiser, and Caliber, it appears it may fit if I pack the trunk to the top, but pictures can be deceiving. Do you think it's possible?
However, since it's just a matter of getting to the hotel, maybe consider leaving a few behind to get a bite at the airport? If you could get the seats folded, you'd swallow all that luggage no problem. This is the guy who moved from Victoria to Edmonton in a Matrix last summer, one bedroom worth of stuff (no furniture), so midsize wagons can pack quite a haul when people aren't involved.
As far as the vehicle, I say try for a Kia Rondo. It's got the most room of all the wagons offered in the midsize class, and I've managed to fit loads of stuff without folding any of the seats down. Good luck!
#48
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I'm trying to haul 1 large suitcase, 4-5 carry-on suitcases, 3-4 backpacks, and an umbrella stroller. I just need to trunk space to get from MCO to the hotel. A total of 5 passengers. From the pictures on the HHR, PT Cruiser, and Caliber, it appears it may fit if I pack the trunk to the top, but pictures can be deceiving. Do you think it's possible?
#49
Join Date: Jul 2009
Posts: 15
Thanks for the tip about the Kia Rondo. Now I just need to confirm with Avis MCO if they have this car.
It appears my passengers may have to carry bags on their laps to and from the airport. If that doesn't work, I'll have to make multiple trips like both of you have suggested. Thanks again.
It appears my passengers may have to carry bags on their laps to and from the airport. If that doesn't work, I'll have to make multiple trips like both of you have suggested. Thanks again.
#50
Join Date: Oct 2008
Location: YYJ
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Back on topic...
Sadly no G8 GT for me at YYZ tonight I thought about whizzing over to T1 to check their supply but I had a bunch of luggage and it's been a long day
They did, however, give me a Lincoln MKS, which I don't know if it's a Premium or Luxury. They also have the MKZ there. I also saw some new 2010 Mustangs and have no idea how they're classified (specialty I think).
EDIT: Showed up on my e-receipt as a Luxury class ^
They did, however, give me a Lincoln MKS, which I don't know if it's a Premium or Luxury. They also have the MKZ there. I also saw some new 2010 Mustangs and have no idea how they're classified (specialty I think).
EDIT: Showed up on my e-receipt as a Luxury class ^
Last edited by Tuneman1984; Aug 5, 2009 at 5:09 pm
#51
Join Date: Oct 2008
Location: YYJ
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Recent Experience at YYZ
So here's what I learned at YYZ:
Lincoln MKS is a luxury car, as is the Town Car.
Pontiac G8 GT is considered a speciality, as are all Mustangs.
The Mustangs are reservable in four classes:
Chrysler 300 is considered a Premium car (they have some Limiteds which are AWD with leather and sunroof). 300C is a luxury car.
Lincoln MKS is a luxury car, as is the Town Car.
Pontiac G8 GT is considered a speciality, as are all Mustangs.
The Mustangs are reservable in four classes:
- Mustang V6 Coupe
- Mustang GT Coupe
- Mustang V6 Convertible
- Mustang GT Convertible
Chrysler 300 is considered a Premium car (they have some Limiteds which are AWD with leather and sunroof). 300C is a luxury car.
#53
Join Date: Sep 2006
Location: Seoul, South Korea
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Rented from Avis in San Diego, a STANDARD rental (which is still blank in the list here on page one)
Was offered a Hyundai Sonata, declined that as I live in Korea and see and ride in Sonatas all the time--we call them taxis.
Requested a Nissan Altima, as that was my "standard" rental at Budget a couple weeks prior, out of stock. That Altima at Budget was a 4 cyl., btw.
Ended up with a Ford Fusion, 4 cyl. Total dog of a car compared to the 4 cyl. Altima; can't understand its high ratings. Anyway, it's the advertised "standard" car, but my e-receipt listed it and charged it as "full size" car, which is wrong, as we all know.
So, now you have three cars to add to the "standard" rental list. Though two of them are also listed as full-size. Maybe they're allocated to both classes, or the standards are all 4 cyl.
Was offered a Hyundai Sonata, declined that as I live in Korea and see and ride in Sonatas all the time--we call them taxis.
Requested a Nissan Altima, as that was my "standard" rental at Budget a couple weeks prior, out of stock. That Altima at Budget was a 4 cyl., btw.
Ended up with a Ford Fusion, 4 cyl. Total dog of a car compared to the 4 cyl. Altima; can't understand its high ratings. Anyway, it's the advertised "standard" car, but my e-receipt listed it and charged it as "full size" car, which is wrong, as we all know.
So, now you have three cars to add to the "standard" rental list. Though two of them are also listed as full-size. Maybe they're allocated to both classes, or the standards are all 4 cyl.
Last edited by dlxmax; Aug 23, 2009 at 12:15 am
#54
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Not sure anyone is updating this anymore, but just rented a subcompact in Chicago this weekend and got a 4-door Toyota Yaris. Great little car for a Class A. ^
#55
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Thanks for the updates, please keep them coming. I think I've got all of them that are listed up to here. I have left the Sonata as "Full Size" as a coworker had one recently & that's how it showed on his receipt... they probably offered it to you, dlxmax, as an "upgrade"
Last edited by IAHtraveler; Aug 26, 2009 at 6:21 pm
#56
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Is the Caddy CTS really a "specialty" car? I've gotten it many times as a Pres Club upgrade from Full size, including recently at ORD. I thought it was two steps up from Full Size?
#57
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#58
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Well it's certainly smaller than a LeSabre, but it's a whole lot nicer! Lots of trunk space and great acceleration. However even though the key ring said it had XM, the only XM channels that worked were the promo and emergency channel. Is that a new thing? I know Avis Caddy's used to have all the XM channels. But it's been a while since I had one.
#59
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#60
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Thanks, I'll add that and my car this week, a 370z when I find out what class it is. BTW, it's an AMAZING ride!