SUV Rental
District of Columbia

Hola Car Rentals is the only premium partner of the top car rental brands operating in District of Columbia, 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 District of Columbia.

No. With Hola Car Rentals, all costs and charges for your SUV booking in District of Columbia 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 District of Columbia 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)

No, the District of Columbia itself has no toll roads within its boundaries. If you are driving an SUV in the District of Columbia and stay within the city limits, you will not encounter any tolls.

Tolls only appear when you cross into neighboring Maryland or Virginia. Common toll routes near the District of Columbia include:

• Wilson Bridge (I-95/I-495) between Maryland and Virginia: approximately US$6 to US$8 per crossing
• 495 Express Lanes on the Virginia side: dynamic pricing of roughly US$4 to US$20 per segment during peak hours
• Dulles Toll Road leading to Washington Dulles International Airport: approximately US$5.75 to US$6.25 one way

All of these roads use cashless, all-electronic tolling. Your SUV rental vehicle will be photographed by license plate if you do not have a transponder, and charges are billed after the fact. There are no congestion charges or emissions zones in the District of Columbia, unlike some other major cities.

When you pick up your SUV in the District of Columbia, the rental vehicle already comes equipped with an electronic toll device. You have two main options for handling tolls on routes leaving the District of Columbia:

• Unlimited daily package: a flat fee of approximately US$11 to US$25 per rental day, charged every day of the rental regardless of whether you use toll roads
• Pay-per-use: if you do not enroll in a package, the rental company automatically bills you a daily processing fee of approximately US$4.95 to US$5.35 per day you use a toll road, plus the actual toll amount at video toll rates, which can be 25 to 100 percent higher than E-ZPass discounted rates

If you drive a toll road without enrolling in any program, the rental company will enroll you in pay-per-use plate billing automatically. Unpaid tolls can also generate administrative fees of US$15 to US$30 per instance.

E-ZPass is the standard interoperable electronic toll system across the Mid-Atlantic region surrounding the District of Columbia. Review the rental agreement carefully before signing so you understand which toll option applies to your SUV rental.

Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) is the primary airport serving the District of Columbia for SUV rentals. Rental counters at DCA are not located inside the terminals. After arriving, you need to take a shuttle or walk approximately 10 to 15 minutes to Parking 1, where rental company counters such as Enterprise, Hertz, Alamo, National, Dollar, Thrifty, Avis, and Sixt are located.

• Follow the car rental shuttle signs inside the terminal to reach the designated shuttle stop
• Shuttles cycle regularly between the terminals and Parking 1
• Enterprise at DCA operates daily from 6:00 AM to 11:59 PM

Bring your booking confirmation, a valid driver's license, and a physical major credit card in the main driver's name for the security deposit. If your license is not in English or uses a non-Latin alphabet, also bring an International Driving Permit. After returning your SUV in the District of Columbia, airport shuttles are available to bring you back to the terminals from Parking 1.

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 SUV rental in the District of Columbia.

Because the District of Columbia itself has no internal toll roads, this benefit applies when you drive your SUV on toll routes into neighboring Maryland or Virginia, such as the Wilson Bridge, the 495 Express Lanes, or the Dulles Toll Road. Those tolls qualify for the cashback claim.

To claim your refund:

• Email [email protected] within 30 days of returning your SUV
• Include your Hola Car Rentals reservation confirmation, a copy of the rental agreement signed at pick-up, and a receipt or statement showing the toll charges paid
• Use the subject line: Tolls Cashback - HOLA followed by your confirmation number

Refunds are issued to the original payment method used for your booking and typically process within 7 to 10 business days after approval. Late submissions received after 30 days are not accepted.

To pick up your SUV rental in the District of Columbia, you must present the following physical documents at the counter:

• A valid, original driver's license in the main driver's name
• A physical major credit card with the driver's name printed on the card, used for the security deposit hold
• A passport or valid government-issued photo ID
• Your booking confirmation or printed voucher
• Round-trip flight or cruise tickets if you are visiting from abroad

If your driver's license is not in English or uses a non-Latin alphabet such as Arabic, Chinese, Japanese, or Cyrillic, you must also bring an International Driving Permit (IDP). The IDP is a translation only and must be carried alongside your original license. Visitors from countries with English or Latin-alphabet licenses can generally drive in the District of Columbia on their foreign license without an IDP, though it is recommended if your license is in another language.

All documents must be physical originals. Digital copies shown on a phone are not accepted at the SUV rental counter in the District of Columbia.

Renting an SUV in the District of Columbia involves several local taxes and fees on top of the base rental rate. Because SUV vehicles tend to be heavier, they often fall into higher tax brackets under District of Columbia rules.

• Motor vehicle excise tax: 6% for vehicles up to 3,499 lbs, 7% for vehicles between 3,500 and 4,999 lbs, and 8% for vehicles over 5,000 lbs
• Airport concession recovery fees and customer facility charges apply at airport pick-up locations such as Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport
• Combined local surcharges average approximately 8.68% in addition to the base excise tax

Full-size and premium SUV models common in the District of Columbia, such as a Chevrolet Tahoe or Ford Expedition, typically weigh more than 3,500 lbs and will therefore attract the higher tax tiers. Off-airport SUV rental locations in the District of Columbia generally carry lower fees because they avoid airport concession recovery charges. Your booking confirmation will show which fees are included in your prepaid rate and which are due at the counter.

Yes, drivers between 21 and 24 years old renting an SUV in the District of Columbia will be subject to a young-driver surcharge at the counter. The minimum age to rent without a surcharge is 25.

Typical daily surcharge amounts by partner for SUV rentals in the District of Columbia include:

• Avis, Budget, and Payless: US$13 per rental day, capped at US$65
• Hertz, Thrifty, and Dollar: US$13.50 per rental day, capped at US$189
• Alamo, National, and Enterprise: US$15 per day with no stated cap

In addition to the surcharge, drivers under 25 are restricted from renting certain SUV classes in the District of Columbia. Full-size, premium, and large SUV categories are typically reserved for renters aged 25 and older. Compact and mid-size SUV categories are generally available to renters aged 21 to 24.

Drivers aged 21 to 24 from Latin America or the Caribbean may qualify for a young-driver fee waiver on eligible Avis or Budget rates. Check your booking confirmation to see if this waiver is shown.

Suv rentals in the District of Columbia are available across several size categories, with availability concentrated at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) and Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). Common models you may encounter include:

• Compact and mid-size SUV: Ford Escape, Hyundai Kona, Chevrolet Equinox, Nissan Rogue
• Standard SUV: Ford Edge
• Full-size and 7-passenger SUV: Chevrolet Tahoe, Ford Explorer, Ford Expedition, Nissan Armada, Lincoln Navigator

Keep in mind that your specific booked SUV model is not guaranteed in the District of Columbia. If the exact model class is unavailable at pick-up, the rental company will provide the next available class at no additional charge, or offer an alternative with your consent. AWD and 4WD SUV options may be available through some partners, but availability is not guaranteed and should be confirmed at the counter.

Booking your SUV rental in the District of Columbia at least five days in advance generally helps secure better rates and broader model availability.

Most Hola Car Rentals bookings include travel assistance provided by Terrawind Global Protection, which can be valuable if something goes wrong during your SUV rental in the District of Columbia or on nearby highways into Maryland or Virginia.

Core benefits typically include:

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

This coverage does not apply to residents of the United States or Canada. If you are a visitor from outside North America renting an SUV in the District of Columbia, this benefit is active for the duration of your booking.

To use the assistance, contact Terrawind 24 hours a day at +1 888 980 9992 (toll-free) or via WhatsApp at +1 208 910 1001. Provide your full name, your Hola Car Rentals confirmation number, your location, and a brief description of the situation. Always contact assistance before incurring expenses, as some reimbursements require prior authorization. Check your booking confirmation for the exact coverage limits that apply to your SUV rental.

When renting an SUV in the District of Columbia, two main types of protection are worth understanding before you arrive at the counter.

Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) or Loss Damage Waiver (LDW) covers damage to the SUV itself from a collision, theft, or vandalism. A deductible may apply unless your confirmation explicitly states zero deductible. CDW and LDW do not cover damage you cause to other vehicles or people.

Third-Party Liability (LIS/ALI/SLI) covers bodily injury and property damage you may cause to others while driving your SUV in the District of Columbia. Some U.S. states require rental companies to include a state-minimum liability amount, but this is not universal. Hola Car Rentals strongly recommends adding supplemental liability coverage up to US$300,000 for your SUV rental.

• CDW/LDW protects the rental SUV itself
• LIS/ALI/SLI protects third parties you may injure or whose property you may damage
• Neither covers your personal belongings or your own medical costs

Review your booking confirmation to confirm which coverages are already included in your rate before accepting or declining anything at the counter in the District of Columbia.

When you pick up your SUV in the District of Columbia, the rental company will place a temporary authorization hold on your credit card. This is not a charge but it reduces your available credit until the rental is closed and your bank releases the hold.

For SUV rentals in the District of Columbia, typical holds at U.S. locations range from approximately US$300 to US$400 for standard vehicles. Full-size or premium SUV categories may carry higher holds depending on the partner brand, the specific location, and the season.

• The hold must be placed on a physical major credit card with the driver's name printed on the card
• Debit cards and prepaid cards are not accepted for the deposit
• The card must be in the main driver's name
• Ensure your card has sufficient available credit to cover the hold plus any expected charges

After you return your SUV in the District of Columbia and the rental contract is closed, the hold is released. Your bank or card issuer controls when the funds appear back on your account, which can take up to 15 business days. Bring a backup credit card in case your primary card is declined at the counter.

Suv rentals in the District of Columbia follow 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.

• At pick-up, verify the fuel gauge with the agent and confirm the starting level is recorded on the rental agreement
• Take a photo of the dashboard showing the odometer and fuel gauge
• Ask the agent for the nearest gas stations to the return location before leaving the counter
• Refuel within approximately 10 miles or 15 km of the return location so the gauge does not drop before you arrive
• Keep your final fuel receipt showing the date, time, and station address

If you return your SUV in the District of Columbia with less than a full tank, the rental company may charge you for the fuel shortfall at their own refueling rate, which is typically higher than retail pump prices, plus an administrative service fee. Suv vehicles generally have larger fuel tanks and lower fuel efficiency than smaller cars, so budgeting for a full refuel near the return point is especially important. Keep your receipt as evidence in case a fuel charge appears on your statement after the rental ends.

Yes, you can add an additional driver to your SUV rental in the District of Columbia, either as an included benefit or for a daily fee depending on your rate.

If your booking confirmation shows additional driver included, the first extra driver is covered at no extra cost. If it is not included, fees vary by partner:

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

The additional driver must be present at the pick-up counter in the District of Columbia and must bring a valid driver's license. If their license is not in English or uses a non-Latin alphabet, they should also bring an International Driving Permit. Both the main driver and the additional driver must sign the rental agreement.

Only drivers listed on the rental agreement are covered by the SUV's insurance protections such as CDW/LDW and liability coverage. For Avis, Budget, and Payless, additional drivers must generally be at least 25 years old at the time of pick-up in the District of Columbia.