Full-Size SUV in Newark? (EWR) Any Experiences/Sightings?
Mar 10, 2013, 11:49 pm
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Full-Size SUV in Newark? (EWR) Any Experiences/Sightings?
Was thinking about renting a Tahoe in EWR, or something similar that has a sufficient amount of cargo capacity.
I guess that the Yukon would work better, as it has a longer wheelbase and a longer storage area in the back, if we have passengers in the second row.
Has anyone seen what kind of SUVs Dollar has at EWR?
I'm thinking of giving them a call as well...
TIA.
I guess that the Yukon would work better, as it has a longer wheelbase and a longer storage area in the back, if we have passengers in the second row.
Has anyone seen what kind of SUVs Dollar has at EWR?
I'm thinking of giving them a call as well...
TIA.
Mar 14, 2013, 1:19 am
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Was thinking about renting a Tahoe in EWR, or something similar that has a sufficient amount of cargo capacity.
I guess that the Yukon would work better, as it has a longer wheelbase and a longer storage area in the back, if we have passengers in the second row.
Has anyone seen what kind of SUVs Dollar has at EWR?
I'm thinking of giving them a call as well...
TIA.
I guess that the Yukon would work better, as it has a longer wheelbase and a longer storage area in the back, if we have passengers in the second row.
Has anyone seen what kind of SUVs Dollar has at EWR?
I'm thinking of giving them a call as well...
TIA.
FWIW the Tahoe and Yukon are identical except for the Chevrolet and GMC badges (respectively) -- same length, same wheelbase. You're probably thinking of the GMC Yukon XL/Chevy Suburban, which is the extended wheelbase version of the Yukon/Tahoe.
How many people will you be? The Yukon XL/Suburban (and even the Yukon/Tahoe) are very large vehicles. Garages in NYC will charge you extra to park them, and parking on the street will be difficult except in residential neighborhoods.
-J.
Mar 16, 2013, 6:13 am
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Just did that and got the following information (from the Philipino? (based on accent) call center):
Class H = Standard SUV = Grand Cherokee Laredo.
(She couldn't give me a class) = Full Size SUV = Ford Explorer.
(She couldn't give me a class) = Premium SUV = Chevy Tahoe / Aspen.
I would be happy with a Grand Cherokee (I actually *prefer* a Cherokee), except we have a lot of suitcases.
I guess we'll have to split up and take a taxi and load up the SUV with the suitcases...
Not sure whether to go with Dollar or with Hertz (Chevy Traverse 4WD).
Got the Hertz rental cheaper, which I can cancel, but I would have to prepay with with Dollar...
Understood - the Tahoe is a monster to navigate, but we'd be in Jersey only, so not a big problem for the size of a vehicle.
Class H = Standard SUV = Grand Cherokee Laredo.
(She couldn't give me a class) = Full Size SUV = Ford Explorer.
(She couldn't give me a class) = Premium SUV = Chevy Tahoe / Aspen.
I would be happy with a Grand Cherokee (I actually *prefer* a Cherokee), except we have a lot of suitcases.
I guess we'll have to split up and take a taxi and load up the SUV with the suitcases...
Not sure whether to go with Dollar or with Hertz (Chevy Traverse 4WD).
Got the Hertz rental cheaper, which I can cancel, but I would have to prepay with with Dollar...
FWIW the Tahoe and Yukon are identical except for the Chevrolet and GMC badges (respectively) -- same length, same wheelbase. You're probably thinking of the GMC Yukon XL/Chevy Suburban, which is the extended wheelbase version of the Yukon/Tahoe.
How many people will you be? The Yukon XL/Suburban (and even the Yukon/Tahoe) are very large vehicles. Garages in NYC will charge you extra to park them, and parking on the street will be difficult except in residential neighborhoods.-J.
How many people will you be? The Yukon XL/Suburban (and even the Yukon/Tahoe) are very large vehicles. Garages in NYC will charge you extra to park them, and parking on the street will be difficult except in residential neighborhoods.-J.
Nov 28, 2013, 6:04 am
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Just bumping my thread to see if anyone has seen/rented any Jeep Grand Cherokees at EWR recently, as I need to choose between Hertz and Dollar.
I actually have a Ford Explorer cheaper than a prepaid rate for Dollar's JGC, but I prefer driving the Jeep.
I actually have a Ford Explorer cheaper than a prepaid rate for Dollar's JGC, but I prefer driving the Jeep.
Nov 28, 2013, 10:16 pm
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You didn't answer the question "How many people will you be?"
By the way The Explorer & The Traverse are about the same size... And i would book the Explorer, If there is a geep they shouldn't have a problem downgrading you!
By the way The Explorer & The Traverse are about the same size... And i would book the Explorer, If there is a geep they shouldn't have a problem downgrading you!
Nov 28, 2013, 11:52 pm
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On this trip, just 1.
Right.
However, the Explorer is available through Hertz for a lower quote, versus a (higher) prepaid Dollar rate for the Jeep GC.
I guess I should just take the Explorer through Hertz and try for a Jeep next time...
However, the Explorer is available through Hertz for a lower quote, versus a (higher) prepaid Dollar rate for the Jeep GC.
I guess I should just take the Explorer through Hertz and try for a Jeep next time...