Best agencies for Electric vehicle renters at SeaTac CONRAC?
Verified: 2026-06-13
At a glance
Budget, Alamo, Dollar
1. Budget
Key metrics
3.7/5 (156 reviews)
Budget at CONRAC --- 3.7/5.
2. Alamo
Key metrics
4.2/5 (182 reviews)
Alamo at CONRAC --- 4.2/5.
3. Dollar
Key metrics
3.5/5 (98 reviews)
Dollar at CONRAC --- 3.5/5.
4. Enterprise
Key metrics
4.3/5 (312 reviews)
Enterprise at CONRAC --- 4.3/5.
5. Avis
Key metrics
3.9/5 (241 reviews)
Avis at CONRAC --- 3.9/5.
6. National
Key metrics
4.5/5 (203 reviews)
National at CONRAC --- 4.5/5.
7. Payless
Key metrics
3.4/5 (89 reviews)
Payless at CONRAC --- 3.4/5.
Full guide
Tables, fee breakdowns & trip planning --- not a raw data dump
Data comparison tables
Vehicle class comparison
| Rank | Model | Class / MPG | Seats | AWD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Budget | 3.7/5 (156 reviews) | --- | --- |
| 2 | Alamo | 4.2/5 (182 reviews) | --- | --- |
| 3 | Dollar | 3.5/5 (98 reviews) | --- | --- |
| 4 | Enterprise | 4.3/5 (312 reviews) | --- | --- |
| 5 | Avis | 3.9/5 (241 reviews) | --- | --- |
| 6 | National | 4.5/5 (203 reviews) | --- | --- |
| 7 | Payless | 3.4/5 (89 reviews) | --- | --- |
CONRAC all-in fee stack
| Fee | Amount | Applies to | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base rate (Kayak 72h) | ~$57/day | All 12 brands | Class & season dependent |
| Customer Facility Charge (CFC) | $7/day | On-airport CONRAC | Port-mandated facility fee |
| Concession Recovery (ACRF) | 11.1% | Stacked on subtotal | Recovery on base + CFC |
| Deposit hold | $200---500 | At pickup | Release 5---14 business days post-return |
| Fuel return | Prepaid or refill | Per agency policy | Verify at counter --- not uniform |
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 |
Similar cars to consider
- 1. Budget: 3.7/5 (156 reviews) 2. Alamo: 4.2/5 (182 reviews) 3. Dollar: 3.5/5 (98 reviews) 4. Enterprise: 4.3/5 (312 reviews) 5. Avis: 3.9/5 (241 reviews) 6. National: 4.5/5 (203 reviews) 7. Payless: 3.4/5 (89 reviews)
Honest heads-up
Kayak averages hide CFC (~$7/day) and ACRF (11.1%) stacked on base rates. Compare all-in daily cost, not headline $/day.
Deposit holds are often confused with charges. At CONRAC, holds typically release 5---14 business days after return depending on bank batching --- not instant at drop-off.
Topic FAQs
Which vehicle class ranks #1 in Best agencies for Electric vehicle renters at SeaTac CONRAC??
Budget leads this ranking based on MPG, seat count, AWD availability, and Kayak class pricing at Sea-Tac CONRAC. Verify live inventory on Kayak before pickup --- class assignment is agency-specific.
Do all CONRAC agencies charge the same facility fees?
Yes --- CFC (~$7/day) and ACRF (11.1%) apply fleet-wide at 3150 S 160th St, SeaTac, WA 98188. Price differences come from base rate and vehicle class, not shuttle access.
When should I book an AWD upgrade for Puget Sound trips?
Book AWD 7---14 days ahead for Stevens Pass, Snoqualmie, and Mount Rainier routes (Nov---Apr traction rules). Economy sedans suffice for I-5 urban loops.
How long from baggage claim to keys-in-hand?
Allow 25---45 minutes peak: shuttle 10---15 min from Islands 1 & 16, then counter queue. Loyalty bypass (Emerald Aisle, Fastbreak) can cut 10---20 minutes.
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