How does the Hyundai Santa Fe compare to a Toyota RAV4 for SeaTac trips?
Verified: 2026-05-30
At a glance
RAV4 is the default PNW SUV pick — compare 25 MPG vs RAV4's 30 MPG and cargo scores. Choose Hyundai Santa Fe if your brand loyalty or price beats RAV4 class on Kayak.
What to know
Tables, fee breakdowns & trip planning — not a raw data dump
Planning your rental
Shuttle & pickup
Terminal Islands 1 & 16 → CONRAC (3150 S 160th St, SeaTac, WA 98188)
| Band | Wait | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Off-peak | 5–8 min | Weekday daytime |
| Peak | 10–15 min | Rush hours |
| Friday PM | 12–18 min | ~6 PM band |
Out-the-door fees
| Kayak base rate | ~$57/day |
| Facility charge (CFC) | $7/day |
| Concession recovery (ACRF) | 11.1% (~$6/day) |
| Est. out-the-door | ~$70/day |
What to expect on your trip
- RAV4 is the default PNW SUV pick — compare 25 MPG vs RAV4's 30 MPG and cargo scores.
- Choose Hyundai Santa Fe if your brand loyalty or price beats RAV4 class on Kayak.
- Sea-Tac CONRAC at 3150 S 160th St — free purple-sign shuttles from Terminal Level 1 Islands 1 & 16.
- Model page: hyundai santa fe.
- Policies change — confirm deposit, insurance, and fuel on your contract.
Similar cars to consider
- compare 25 MPG vs RAV4's 30 MPG and cargo scores.
Honest heads-up
Know this
Kayak averages hide CFC (~$7/day) and ACRF (11.1%) stacked on base rates. Compare all-in daily cost, not headline $/day.
Know this
Deposit holds are often confused with charges. At CONRAC, holds typically release 5–14 business days after return depending on bank batching.
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