SUV Rental
in Detroit

Hola Car Rentals is the only premium partner of the top car rental brands operating in Detroit, giving you exclusive access to our All Inclusive+ rate. This rate includes benefits that no other company can match, even when renting an SUV:

• Free liability coverage starting at US$ 300,000 in case of an accident (applies only to certain rates and itineraries)
• Toll cashback: recover up to 5% of the reservation's total value for toll charges incurred during your rental period
• Premium travel medical assistance providing up to US$ 150,000 in coverage for a maximum of 5 passengers in case of a medical emergency, excluding pre-existing conditions
• No Extra Charges© guarantee: if the counter charges you for something not listed on your confirmation and not an optional add-on you accepted, Hola Car Rentals will work to remove or reimburse the charge after verification

All of this comes at no extra cost, ensuring a fully protected SUV rental experience and peace of mind throughout your trip in Detroit.

No. With Hola Car Rentals, all costs and charges for your SUV booking in Detroit are clearly shown at the time of reservation and in your confirmation email, so you know exactly what you are paying before you arrive at the counter.

On top of that, every Hola Car Rentals booking includes the No Extra Charges© guarantee, whether you are renting an SUV or any other vehicle class. This is a pricing guarantee (not insurance) that protects you if the counter in Detroit charges you for something that was not listed on your confirmation and was not an optional add-on you accepted. If that happens, Hola Car Rentals will work with the rental partner to remove or reimburse the charge after verification.

The only costs outside this guarantee are:

• Optional add-ons you choose at the counter (GPS, child seats, prepaid fuel)
• Usage-based charges (tolls, fuel shortfall, traffic fines)

After landing at Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW), your SUV rental counter is not inside the terminal. All major brands including Avis, Enterprise, Alamo, Budget, and Hertz operate from the centralized Rental Car Campus on Lucas Drive, at the northeast corner of the airport.

To get there, follow the Ground Transportation signs to the lower level. From McNamara Terminal (Delta flights), head to the Ground Transportation Center outside the parking garage. From the North Terminal (Evans), go to the Big Blue Deck. Board the shared rental car shuttle, which runs every few minutes, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The ride takes approximately 5 to 11 minutes depending on your terminal.

Once at the Rental Car Campus, go to your brand's counter to complete paperwork and collect your Detroit SUV. Some brands offer kiosk check-in to skip the line. Plan for 30 to 60 minutes total from baggage claim to driving away, including the shuttle ride and counter processing.

Counter hours for Detroit SUV rental brands at the Rental Car Campus on Lucas Drive vary by partner. Avis operates 24 hours a day with shuttle service available around the clock. Enterprise is open from 5:30 AM to 11:59 PM daily; after-hours SUV returns are available, but pickup is not possible outside those hours.

If your flight arrives late at night, confirm your brand's hours before booking. Rental companies will generally hold your Detroit SUV reservation for up to 24 hours from the original pickup time if your flight is delayed. If a delay exceeds 24 hours, contact your booking provider as soon as possible.

For after-hours SUV returns at Detroit, drive to the Rental Car Campus, park in your brand's designated area, and follow the key-drop instructions on your rental agreement. Always keep a photo of the vehicle condition and your fuel gauge before leaving.

Yes, there are a few toll facilities in the Detroit area that can affect your SUV rental, though Michigan does not have an extensive toll highway network.

• Detroit-Windsor Tunnel (I-75 to Windsor, Canada): cashless only, no cash accepted. The toll is US$6.50, or US$5.75 with the Nexpress app or discount program.
• Mackinac Bridge (I-75, northern Michigan): US$4 for a standard 2-axle vehicle; cash accepted.
• Grosse Ile Toll Bridge: US$3 to US$7 depending on payment method; cash and card options available.

Michigan does not use E-ZPass or SunPass. There are no congestion charges or emissions zones in Detroit. If you drive through a cashless toll in your Detroit SUV without enrolling in a rental toll program, the toll agency photographs your license plate and invoices the rental company, which then bills you plus an administrative fee of around US$15 per toll.

At the counter, you can opt into a toll program such as Enterprise TollPass or Avis e-Toll. Pay-per-use plans add a daily fee of US$3.95 to US$10.99 on top of actual tolls, while unlimited daily passes run US$10.99 to US$25.99 per day regardless of usage.

Yes, all Hola Car Rentals bookings include Tolls Cashback, which lets you recover up to 5% of your total booking value for tolls paid during your Detroit SUV rental.

This is especially useful in Detroit, where tolls like the Detroit-Windsor Tunnel (US$6.50) or the Mackinac Bridge (US$4) can add up, particularly if you enroll in a rental company toll program and pay daily service fees on top of actual toll charges.

To claim your cashback after returning your Detroit SUV, email [email protected] within 30 days of vehicle return with the following:

• Your Hola Car Rentals reservation confirmation
• A copy of the rental agreement signed at pickup
• A receipt or statement showing toll charges paid during the rental period

The refund is processed to the same payment method used for your booking and typically arrives within 7 to 10 business days after approval. Submissions received after 30 days are not accepted.

Renting an SUV at Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW) involves several fees and surcharges on top of the base rate. These typically include an airport concession recovery fee of approximately US$4.50 to US$5.00 per rental day, a customer facility charge of around US$4.50, and local rental taxes including a 10% vehicle license fee and 6% Michigan sales tax. Combined, these extras can add 20% to 25% to your Detroit SUV rental cost.

If your booking confirmation shows Taxes and Fees as Included, you should not be billed separately for those items at the counter. If you are charged for something not disclosed on your confirmation, the No Extra Charges© guarantee may apply.

One way to reduce these fees is to rent your Detroit SUV from an off-airport location in nearby Romulus or Dearborn. Off-airport branches of brands like Enterprise and Hertz can be 20% to 30% cheaper because they avoid the airport concession surcharge, though you will need to arrange your own transport from the terminal.

To collect your SUV rental in Detroit, you must bring the following physical documents to the counter:

• Your original, unexpired driver's license in the main driver's name
• A major credit card with the driver's name printed on the card, for the security deposit hold
• A valid passport or government-issued photo ID
• Your booking confirmation or printed voucher
• Round-trip flight or cruise tickets (required for international visitors)

If your driver's license uses a non-Latin alphabet such as Arabic, Chinese, Japanese, or Cyrillic, an International Driving Permit (IDP) is mandatory alongside your original license. For licenses in other non-English scripts, an IDP is strongly recommended. The IDP is a translation only and cannot be used without the original license.

Michigan state law requires Detroit SUV rental companies to rent to drivers aged 18 and older, though a young-renter surcharge applies for drivers under 25. All documents must be physical originals; digital copies are not accepted at the counter.

Yes, a physical major credit card in the main driver's name with the driver's name printed on the card is required for the security deposit hold on any Detroit SUV rental. Debit cards, prepaid cards, and virtual or digital-wallet cards are not accepted for the deposit.

For SUV rentals in the United States, the typical security hold is approximately US$300 to US$400, though the exact amount varies by brand, location, vehicle class, and season. Premium or larger SUV categories may carry a higher hold. The hold reduces your available credit until the rental company releases it after you return the vehicle; your bank may take up to 15 business days to reflect the release.

Before picking up your Detroit SUV, notify your bank of your travel plans to prevent the in-person authorization from being flagged as suspicious. Bringing a backup credit card in your name is also a good precaution in case your primary card is declined.

Most Hola Car Rentals bookings include travel assistance provided by Terrawind Global Protection, which can be valuable if something goes wrong during your Detroit SUV rental, such as a breakdown on I-75 or a medical emergency away from the city center.

Core benefits typically include:

• Travel insurance with medical coverage for up to 5 passengers
• Legal assistance in case of an accident
• Compensation for luggage lost by the airline
• Flight cancellation insurance

This coverage applies only to non-North American customers. Residents of the United States and Canada do not qualify for this benefit.

To use the assistance, call the 24-hour line at +1 888 980 9992 (toll-free) or contact via WhatsApp at +1 208 910 1001. Have your Hola Car Rentals confirmation number ready. This coverage does not replace CDW/LDW for damage to your Detroit SUV, nor does it cover third-party liability to others.

Michigan state law prohibits age discrimination in rentals, which means Detroit SUV rental companies are required to rent to licensed drivers aged 18 and older. However, a young-renter surcharge applies to drivers under 25.

There are also important vehicle class restrictions to be aware of when renting an SUV in Detroit:

• Drivers aged 18 to 24 are generally limited to smaller vehicle categories such as economy, compact, compact SUV, and medium SUV
• Larger SUV classes such as full-size SUV, premium SUV, and specialty vehicles typically require the driver to be at least 25 years old
• The young-renter daily surcharge amount varies by rental brand and location

If you are between 21 and 24 years old and booking through Avis or Budget, a fee waiver may be available for eligible Latin American and Caribbean travelers on certain Hola Car Rentals rates. Check your booking confirmation to see if the underage fee waiver is shown. All standard document and credit card requirements still apply regardless of age when picking up your Detroit SUV.

Cross-border travel from Detroit into Canada in a rental SUV is subject to specific restrictions and must be authorized by the rental company before you cross. The Detroit-Windsor Tunnel and the Ambassador Bridge both connect Detroit to Windsor, Ontario, making this a common route, but not all rental agreements permit international travel.

Key points to know before attempting a cross-border trip in your Detroit SUV:

• You must request cross-border authorization from the rental company at pickup; driving into Canada without permission may void your coverage
• The Detroit-Windsor Tunnel is cashless; the toll is US$6.50 per crossing (or US$5.75 with a discount program)
• Canadian visitors renting in Detroit may need a passport or Enhanced Driver's License in addition to their standard license
• One-way rentals across the US-Canada border are often restricted or carry significant drop-off fees

Review your rental agreement carefully and confirm cross-border permissions with the counter agent before leaving Detroit in your SUV. Your booking confirmation will indicate any territory restrictions that apply.

Detroit SUV rentals use a Full-to-Full fuel policy by default. You receive the SUV with a full tank and must return it full to avoid fuel charges. Michigan fuel prices average 5% to 10% below the National average due to proximity to refineries, which helps offset the higher fuel consumption typical of SUVs.

To avoid fuel charges on your Detroit SUV rental:

• Check the fuel gauge with the agent at pickup and confirm the starting level is recorded on the rental agreement
• Take a photo of the dashboard showing the odometer and fuel gauge
• Refuel within approximately 10 miles of the Rental Car Campus on Lucas Drive before returning
• Keep your final fuel receipt showing the date, time, and station address

If you return the SUV below the recorded starting level, the rental company may charge you for the fuel shortfall at their own refueling rate, which is typically higher than pump prices, plus a service fee. For after-hours returns at Detroit, leave the receipt in the key envelope and keep a photo of the full gauge as evidence.

Yes, Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) or Loss Damage Waiver (LDW) coverage reduces your financial liability for damage to your Detroit SUV rental caused by a collision, theft, or vandalism. However, there are important limits to understand before relying on it.

What CDW/LDW typically covers for a Detroit SUV rental:

• Collision damage to the rental vehicle up to the policy limit, minus any applicable deductible
• Theft and vandalism of the SUV

What CDW/LDW does not cover:

• Damage or injury caused to other people or their property (you need LIS/ALI/SLI for third-party liability)
• Tires, wheels, undercarriage, and roof damage, which are often excluded
• Incidents involving unauthorized drivers not listed on the rental agreement
• Prohibited use such as off-road driving or driving under the influence

If an incident occurs with your Detroit SUV, prioritize safety, contact local authorities if needed, and notify the rental partner immediately using the number on your rental agreement. Delays in reporting can invalidate your CDW/LDW claim.

Yes, you can add an additional driver to your Detroit SUV rental, either at no cost if your rate includes it, or for a daily fee paid at the counter if it does not. Check your booking confirmation for the line that reads Additional driver free of charge to confirm whether it is included.

If the additional driver fee applies in Detroit, typical daily rates by brand are:

• Avis, Budget, and Payless: US$13 per day, capped at US$65
• Hertz, Thrifty, and Dollar: US$13.50 per day, capped at US$189
• Alamo, National, and Enterprise: US$15 per day

The additional driver must be present at the Detroit pickup counter with a valid driver's license and must sign the rental agreement. If their license uses a non-Latin alphabet, an International Driving Permit is also required. Only drivers listed on the agreement are covered by CDW/LDW and liability protections while driving the Detroit SUV. Anyone who drives without being named on the contract may void the coverage entirely.