Kia Sorento

The Sorento steps the family SUV up a class, bigger, richer inside, and more capable on a long day out. It cruises the Autovia del Coral toward Santo Domingo in quiet comfort and still has the clearance to handle the gravel run to a tucked-away beach near Uvero Alto. Five passengers travel in real space, and the boot takes a holiday's luggage without a fight. The ride is composed, the cabin feels premium, and the automatic makes the whole thing effortless in resort traffic. We bring it to your hotel or the airport with insurance sorted, from $75 a day. Book it when you want a roomy, upmarket SUV that is as happy on a highway slog as a beach detour.