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Cheap Car Rentals in New York from $74

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in New York with a pick-up date of 26/8 and drop-off date of 13/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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New York car rentals in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in New York. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 15 July 2025.

Most popular company

Dollar

Most common car type

Intermediate

Average price per day

$92

Cheapest price per day

$74

Popular car types in New York

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in New York and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 15 July 2025.

There are, in total, 17,580 car hire locations in New York that are operated by 356 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: $74/day). Explore 5 car types currently offered from New York hire providers:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Premium

Premium

Luxury

Luxury

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Luxury SUV

Luxury SUV

Compare car rental deals in New York by type

Here are the best New York small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best New York medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best New York large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best New York SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best New York luxury car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Skoda Fabia$74/day
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Skoda Fabia
Nissan Pulsar$77/day
4
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A/C
Nissan Pulsar
Mitsubishi Mirage$79/day
2
5
M
A/C
Mitsubishi Mirage

Best car rental deals found in New York

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in New York. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in New York with an average daily rate of $103. Data was last updated on 15 July 2025.
Have a look at some of the deals we've found on rental cars in New York including options serving New York, Queens and Napanoch. If these deals don't appeal to you, check back very soon as they are being updated frequently.
Skoda Fabia$74/day
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A/C
Skoda Fabia
Tesla Model 3$76/day
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Tesla Model 3
Nissan Pulsar$77/day
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Nissan Pulsar

Cheapflights insights for New York car rentals

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

How far in advance should I hire a car in New York?

To get the best deal on a rental car in New York, book about 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around $87, which is about 31% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the cheapest car hire company in New York?

Looking to hire a car in New York? Hertz had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only $79.36/day. Dollar also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at $81.77/day.

What is the best car rental company in New York?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in New York is Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 7.9/10 with 154 reviews). Avis (rated 6.7/10 with 318 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in New York?

At New York, the best time to rent a car is at February, with an average daily rate of just $79. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging $155 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 New York, the best time to rent a car is in February, with an average daily rate of just $79. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging $155 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

$80

February

$79

March

$84

April

$105

May

$119

June

$133

July

$155

August

$142

September

$95

October

$111

November

$116

December

$119

What car do most people hire in New York?

The most popular types of cars to hire in New York are the following: SUV cars (Ford Escape or similar), Intermediate cars (Ford Escape or similar), and Full-size cars (Nissan Pathfinder or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in New York?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 53 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in New York at 48.

Top rental agencies in New York

Explore the leading car hire agencies in New York known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in New York. Reviews were last updated on 15 July 2025.
Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in New York, including pickup locations serving New York, Queens and Napanoch. See what past customers have to say, compare prices, and review other key details before deciding.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.9
Good
154 reviews53 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.1

Overall

7.9

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.6

Avis

6.7
Okay
318 reviews28 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.2

Overall

6.7

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

6.6

Sixt

6.6
Okay
177 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

6.4

Budget

6.4
Okay
680 reviews21 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

6.5

Hertz

6.1
Okay
534 reviews48 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.1

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.2

Dollar

5.7
Fair
428 reviews24 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.5

Comfort

6.5

Overall

5.7

Pick-up/drop-off

5.7

Value

5.7

Thrifty

5.6
Fair
176 reviews18 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.5

Overall

5.6

Pick-up/drop-off

5.6

Value

5.7

Alamo

8.4
Very Good
95 reviews12 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

8.1

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in New York, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 15 July 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in New York?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $92/day when booking a car hire in New York. The absolute best deal a user found was for $74/day from Dollar, booked on Jul. 13.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in New York for a week from Dollar?

    Dollar offers hire cars in New York for about $637 per week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in New York?

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

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in New York for a month?

    The monthly cost of a car rental in New York is $2,731 ($91/day) on average.

Car rentals by fuel type in New York

Browse car rentals by fuel type in New York. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in New York. Deals were last updated on 15 July 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in New York. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest ($40+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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