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SUV’s have become a common sight on roads throughout the UK, and as such so have the number of enquires we get for SUV rental as insurers look to replace their customer's vehicles when they are off the road.
Ever wondered what SUV means? ‘Sports utility vehicle’ is an imported term from the US and has become the go-to phrase in recent years as car manufacturers have diversified the vehicles they are producing that have a lot of 4x4 qualities but are not actually four-wheel drive.
SUV Car Rental From SVH
SUV cars have become massively desirable providing ride height, comfortability and practicality and one of the most frequently requested vehicles at SVH are enquiries for luxury SUV rental and intermediate SUV hire. Many of our customers are looking for a replacement SUV vehicle when their own vehicle is off the road, or are in need of a larger car and want a desirable model such as Range Rover Evoque, BMW X1 or Audi Q3.
What does SUV mean?
As already outlined, SUV is a term used widely in the industry for cars built to perform on the road, more than off road - but retaining that higher driving position. SUVs vehicles come in a wide range of sizes and styles, making them a big hit with motorists. However, for work purposes and for those who drive in challenging conditions a true 4x4 is often required to stand up to the demands of the job.
Traditional 4x4 Hire
Genuine 4x4 vehicles such as the Land Rover Discovery, Toyota Landcruiser and Range Rover are available to rent from SVH and can come fully equipped with tow bars, roof racks and anything else you need. Other traditional 4x4 vehicles include pickups with Truckman tops such as the Ford Ranger and Nissan Navara.
Luxury SUV Hire
For those looking for crossover style cars and are intending to use the vehicle on the road and travel in both comfort and style, then rental vehicles such as the Range Rover Autobiography, Audi Q7 & BMW X5 and such like are more suitable.
Hire an intermediate SUV
Intermediate SUVs or crossover vehicles are perhaps the largest growing sector in the motoring industry. A hybrid solution, they combine the best factors of both modern cars and SUVs and give a lower ride height than a 4x4 or large SUV, but still higher than your standard car ideal for those who need a car that is easy to access.
What is a small SUV vehicle?
Without the need to be four-wheel drive, small SUVs give the driver a better fuel economy and the list of vehicles classified as ‘crossover’ is endless, which is great for drivers looking to drive comfortable cars with a slightly higher driving position such as the BMW X1.
7 seater vehicle for hire
Most SUVs come with 5 seats, so if you are planning a group trip or taking all the kids away on a holiday, a seven-seater SUV rental might just be the ticket. Large SUV’s with seven seats include the Land Rover, Range Rover & Audi Q7 allowing to transport everyone in comfort. If you do require even more room, or to transport more than seven people we are able to provide minibus hire.
Electric SUV Hire. Tesla Model X Rental Available
For those who are keen to reduce their carbon footprint, but need a spacious and luxurious vehicle, look no further than the Tesla Model X which is a stunning and cutting edge SUV. Volt-Age, our sister site specialise in electric vehicles and the SVH team can ensure you can drive away in the stunning Tesla as and when you need to hire an EV.
Benefits of SUV Hire
As SUVs combine the best qualities of both large and practical 4x4s and modern cars, the list of benefits is substantial. Renting an SUV is more cost-effective if you only need to benefit from the additional space or four-wheel drive options on a one-off occasion, and if you are already used to the excellent driving position an SUV offers, there is no need to compromise if your vehicle is off the road.
Some of the key benefits of an SUV include:
- Easy to drive compared to large and heavy 4x4s
- Greater fuel economy
- Huge variety of options including both two or four-wheel drive
- Enhanced and raised driving position
- Practical and spacious
- Stylish and comfortable
- Automatic and manual options to choose from
Which type of SUV should I rent?
Should you be in a position where you need to hire an SUV, our friendly team will be able to point you in the right direction. We help insurers find more difficult to source vehicles for clients whose vehicles are off the road for whatever reason, as well as help fleet managers, businesses and individuals.
We specialise in providing SUV car rental based on your requirements. If you are off road on a regular basis, driving on rough terrain, up and down steep slopes or towing a lot of weight we can source you a heavy-duty 4x4.
Need the extra room for the family? Kids, relatives, friends, pets? A large spacious 4x4 is a great fit and if you are driving in slippy conditions the four-wheel drive can assist you. Two-wheel drive SUVs are easier on the fuel gauge, but with all the room you could possibly need - so if you want to keep the costs down then a crossover might be the best.
SVH, the SUV Car Rental Experts.
When it comes to SUV rental, you really are spoilt for choice. There are a huge number of options available to you varying from the traditional large 4x4 models for those looking to push the limits of a vehicle in difficult terrain, as well as the smaller car-like vehicles that come with a higher driving position and give you that extra room.
Whether you need a like for like swap when your vehicle is off the road, or you need SUV car hire for a weekend trip away, we are happy to help you source a modern and well maintained SUV to drive away.
Let us know what you need, and we can give you a range of options.