Full-size car rental: seats, bags and models
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The short answer
A full-size rental seats 5 and fits about 3 large bags. Typical models are the Toyota Camry, Chevy Malibu, Nissan Altima or similar. It suits four adults, longer drives and more trunk space.
Key takeaways
- Seats 5, with about 3 large bags.
- You book the class, not the model: the Toyota Camry, Chevy Malibu, Nissan Altima or similar.
- Prices change by date and place, so your agent quotes the real total on the call.
Which models do rental companies use?
| Company | Example models |
|---|---|
| Enterprise | Nissan Altima, Chevy Malibu or Toyota Camry Hybrid or similar |
| Avis and Budget | Toyota Camry or similar |
| Hertz | Nissan Altima or Chevy Malibu or similar |
| Sixt | Toyota Camry or similar |
| Seen across companies | Toyota Camry, Chevy Malibu, Nissan Altima, Hyundai Sonata |
From the rental companies' own fleet pages, checked October 2026. Fleets change, and the model you get depends on what's on the lot.
Who is a full-size good for?
A full-size is a good fit for four adults, longer drives and more trunk space. If you're unsure between two sizes, think about your bags first: most people run out of boot space before they run out of seats.
What should I check before I book a full-size?
- Age: drivers under 25 often pay a daily young driver fee, and some classes need you to be older. See under 25 rentals.
- Card: the deposit usually goes on a credit card in the driver's name. See what you need to rent a car.
- Cover: check what your own insurance or card already covers before you buy cover at the counter.
Questions people ask
What cars count as a full-size rental?
Typical full-size models are the Toyota Camry, Chevy Malibu, Nissan Altima, Hyundai Sonata. Companies book a class, not a model, so you get one of these or something similar.
How many people fit in a full-size rental car?
It seats 5. With every seat full, bag space shrinks, so book a size up if you're carrying a lot.
Can I choose the exact model of a full-size car?
Usually not. You book the class and the counter gives you whatever is on the lot in that class. Some companies let you choose on the lot at certain airports, so ask your agent.
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