That depends on where you’re going. Downtown Abakan, about 4 miles from Abakan Airport (ABA-Abakan Intl.), can be challenging to drive in. Make life easier by renting something compact, fuel-efficient, and a breeze to handle. Take into consideration that Abakan is a good base to explore many of the caves around Republic of Khakassia. If your journey is more about cruising down highways, you may want something with a bit more trunk space and room to move around. What about a full-size car or a standard SUV?