That depends largely on where you’re planning to go. Downtown Indianapolis, about 8 miles from Indianapolis, IN Airport (IND-Indianapolis Intl.), can be a bit tricky to drive around. Make it easy on yourself by reserving something compact, fuel-efficient, and simple to operate. Having said that, Indianapolis is a popular base to explore some of the rural landscapes around Indiana. If your escape is more about cruising the wide-open roads, then you may like something with a little more trunk space and room to move about. How about a full-size car or a standard SUV?