Car Hire

[CraigPoole]

We are looking to hire a car when we visit at Easter - can anyone recommend which would be the best car for 5 adults and 2 children (8&9) with suitcases.

Many thanks,Craig

[florida4sun]

7 seater minivan or two smaller cars would be best IMO.

[Tony G]

The minivan is the obvious choice, although two cars will give you additional luggage space (depending on the size of the cars) and the flexibility to split the group.

I wouldn't recommend a 7 seater SUV for your group, as there will be virtually zero luggage space for the airport trips, although the rest of the time, it'll seat the people just fine.

[Dads_Taxi]

Hi Craig, I would recommend the 8 seater minivan. I've hired one of these and we got the Toyota Sienna and it is like a Tardis, loads of room inside, including lots of luggage space.
It was also one of the most comfortable cars I've driven.

[syrup]

I agree with DT on an 8 seater. We had a 7 seater (Dodge Caravan) a couple of years ago for 4 adults and three younger children. We did manage, although it was a bit tight with the luggage especially going back.
I think for 5 adults and the 8 & 9 year old's you would find an 8 seater more comfortable and practical.