That depends largely on where you’re planning to head. Downtown Abu Dhabi, about 19 miles from Abu Dhabi Airport (AUH-Abu Dhabi Intl.), can be challenging to drive around. Make life easier by picking something compact, fuel-efficient, and a breeze to handle. Bear in mind that Abu Dhabi is a popular base for exploring many of the sandy shores around United Arab Emirates. If your vacation is more about tearing down the open road, then you may prefer something with a bit more trunk space and room to move about. What about a full-size car or a standard SUV?