How to rent a car in Costa Rica | Quiz Toucan Discovery
🚗 Free quiz - 1 minute

Which vehicle to rent
for your travel
in Costa Rica?

Compact SUV, 4x4, minivan... The right choice depends on your itinerary, not on a sales pitch.
Answer 5 questions and we'll guide you to the vehicle really suitable - and as economical as possible.

By Toucan Discovery - local French-speaking agency, based in San José

Why choose a vehicle account

In Costa Rica, the right vehicle makes the difference between a smooth road trip and avoidable hassles. But there's no need to overpay for a 4x4 if your itinerary doesn't require it.

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Routes vary
Tarmac roads in the central valley, dirt tracks to isolated beaches
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Your group includes
2 or 6, passenger space and trunk space make all the difference
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The right price
The right vehicle is the one that meets your needs at no extra cost.
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The itinerary decides
The most demanding region of your tour determines the type of vehicle you need.
Question 1 of 5

How many travelers will you be?

Driver included

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1 à 2
Couple or solo
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3 à 4
Family or friends
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5 à 7
Large family or group
Question 2 of 5

Which regions will you be visiting?

Select all the regions on your itinerary - most travellers visit 2 to 4 of them

🏙️ Central Valley
San José, Alajuela ✓
🏖️ Central Pacific
Manuel Antonio, Jacó, Uvita ✓
🌊 South Caribbean
Cahuita, Puerto Viejo ✓
🌋 Arenal / La Fortuna
Volcano, hot springs ✓
🌿 Monteverde
Cloud forest ✓
🏄 Guanacaste coast
Tamarindo, Nosara, Samara ✓
🐒 Nicoya south
Santa Teresa, Montezuma ✓
🌄 Rincón de la Vieja
Tenorio, Miravalles ✓
🏔️ Turrialba / Orosi
Rural areas ✓
🦜 Osa Peninsula
Drake Bay, Corcovado ✓
❓ I don't know yet
Undefined itinerary ✓
Question 3 of 5

When do you travel?

This does not change the type of vehicle we recommend, but we do adapt our advice.

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Dry season
December → April
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Green season
May → November
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Not yet decided
I'll see later
Question 4 of 5

How much luggage do you need?

Per person, on average

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Light
Backpacks, hand luggage
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Standard
1 checked bag per person
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Important
1 large suitcase + 1 cabin per person, or sports equipment
Question 5 of 5

What's your priority?

Choose what matters most to you

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Optimizing my budget
The right vehicle at the right price
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Comfort & tranquility
Riding with peace of mind, no questions asked
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Total freedom
Change your itinerary at any time

📋 Why this vehicle for you

🚙 Examples of models in this category

Available models vary by period and rental company. Toucan Discovery will offer you the best vehicle available in this category.

✅ Compulsory insurance (TPL + CDW) included ✅ Unlimited mileage
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