Best cars to rent in Seattle — a guide by PinkSlip
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The best cars to rent in Seattle

Between the mountains, the ferries, and the Pacific Northwest weather, Seattle rewards choosing the right vehicle. Here are the best cars to rent in Seattle for every kind of trip — booked straight from trusted local dealerships on PinkSlip.

1

An AWD SUV for the mountains

SUV

Headed to Mount Rainier, Snoqualmie, or the Cascades? An all-wheel-drive SUV handles wet roads and elevation with confidence.

Best for: Mountains & rainy days

2

A luxury sedan for business travel

Luxury

In town for meetings in Bellevue or downtown? A Mercedes S-Class keeps you comfortable and arrives in style.

Best for: Business trips

3

A sports car for a summer road trip

Sports

Seattle summers are made for the Cascade Loop and the North Cascades Highway. A sports car makes those drives sing.

Best for: Scenic summer drives

4

An efficient sedan for city & ferries

Sedan

Easy to load onto a ferry to Bainbridge and simple to park on Capitol Hill — a fuel-efficient sedan is the practical pick.

Best for: City & ferry trips

5

A premium crossover for long comfort

SUV

Long PNW drives call for comfort. A premium crossover blends space, quiet, and all-weather capability.

Best for: Comfortable long drives

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