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Cheap Car Rentals in Manhattan, New York

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Manhattan, New York car rentals in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Manhattan. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 30 August 2025.

Most popular company

Budget

Most common car type

SUV

Average price per day

$186

Cheapest price per day

$83

Cheapflights insights for Manhattan car rentals

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Manhattan, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Manhattan?

To get the best deal on a rental car in Manhattan, book about 41 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around $88, which is about 17% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Manhattan?

Looking to hire a car in Manhattan? Budget had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only $82.84/day. Dollar also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at $84.94/day.

What is the best car rental company in Manhattan?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Manhattan is Budget (rated 5.9/10 with 59 reviews). Dollar (rated 5.4/10 with 99 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Manhattan?

At Manhattan, the best time to rent a car is at March, with an average daily rate of just $90. Conversely, August is the priciest month, averaging $163 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Manhattan, the best time to rent a car is in March, with an average daily rate of just $90. Conversely, August is the priciest month, averaging $163 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

$117

February

$114

March

$90

April

$146

May

$144

June

$154

July

$148

August

$163

September

$104

October

$102

November

$109

December

$144

Which car hire company has the most locations in Manhattan?

Budget has 2 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Action has the second-highest number of locations in Manhattan at 1.

Top rental agencies in Manhattan, New York

Explore the most popular car rental suppliers in Manhattan, including their locations and customer reviews, to make the best choice for your next trip.

Budget

5.9
Fair
59 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.8

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

6.1

Dollar

5.4
Fair
99 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.4

Comfort

6.2

Overall

5.4

Pick-up/drop-off

5.3

Value

5.4

Kyte

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

6.0

Alamo

8.4
Very Good
8 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

8.3

National

7.6
Good
5 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

7.3

Action

1 location

Empire Rent A Car

1 location

Prestige Car Rental

1 location

Manhattan Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Manhattan, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 30 August 2025.
  • Can I rent a car for a month at Manhattan?

    The length of time you can book a rental for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Manhattan it should be possible to rent a car for a whole month if needed.

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