New York

Cheap Car Rentals in New York, NY from $81

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a car hire in New York with a pick-up date of 22/5 and drop-off date of 29/5. 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.
New York, NY, United States
30 Apr — 7 May
Driver's age: 26-65
New York, NY, United States
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New York, NY car rentals in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in New York, NY. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 23 April 2024.

Most popular company

BUDGET

Price of petrol per litre

$1.73

Average price per day

$109

Cheapest price per day

$81

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in New York?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in New York, NY and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 23 April 2024.

January

$75

February

$86

March

$94

April

$111

May

$119

June

$128

July

$143

August

$143

September

$102

October

$108

November

$108

December

$111

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in New York is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Popular car types in New York, NY

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in New York, NY and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 23 April 2024.

medium car is the cheapest car type you can hire in New York this past week from 131 hire locations out of 37 hire agencies. Prices for a New York medium car hire start from $83/day. Check out available deals for 4 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Luxury

Luxury

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Compare available car types for rental in New York, NY

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in New York, NY to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 23 April 2024.

Small cars

$55 - $170

All Car Types

$68 - $227

To hire a small car in New York, the United States, you would pay an average price of $115/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a small car in New York, the United States (~$55/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$170/day). In fact, February is about 53% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for New York. When comparing with other car types available for hire in New York, hiring a small car saves you 20% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best New York small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in New York, the United States, you would pay an average price of $120/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in New York, the United States (~$76/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~$167/day). In fact, February is about 37% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for New York. When comparing with other car types available for hire in New York, hiring a medium car saves you 16% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best New York medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in New York, the United States, you would pay an average price of $204/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a large car in New York, the United States (~$112/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is November (~$492/day). In fact, March is about 46% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for New York. When comparing with other car types available for hire in New York, hiring a large car is 31% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best New York large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in New York, the United States, you would pay an average price of $158/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in New York, the United States (~$81/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~$291/day). In fact, February is about 50% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for New York. When comparing with other car types available for hire in New York, hiring a SUV is 11% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best New York SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in New York, the United States, you would pay an average price of $131/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a van in New York, the United States (~$109/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~$278/day). In fact, November is about 18% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for New York. When comparing with other car types available for hire in New York, hiring a van saves you 8% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a luxury car in New York, the United States, you would pay an average price of $115/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in New York, the United States (~$79/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~$397/day). In fact, March is about 32% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car hire for New York. When comparing with other car types available for hire in New York, hiring a luxury car saves you 20% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

Suzuki Swift$81/day
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Suzuki Swift
Toyota Auris$83/day
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Toyota Auris

Top rental agencies in New York, NY

Explore the leading car hire agencies in New York, NY known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in New York, NY. Reviews were last updated on 23 April 2024.
Book your reservation with one of the top rental car agencies located in New York, including Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Avis. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a rental car agency.

Alamo

8.4
Very Good
209 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

8.1

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.3
Very Good
207 reviews16 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

7.9

Avis

7.0
Good
278 reviews13 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

6.7

Hertz

6.6
Okay
591 reviews19 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.2

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

6.4

Budget

6.4
Okay
793 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

7.2

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.2

Value

6.5

Sixt

6.4
Okay
205 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

7.2

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

6.3

Thrifty

6.0
Okay
396 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

6.8

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

6.0

Dollar

5.9
Fair
625 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.5

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

5.7

Value

5.8

Best New York, NY car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in New York, NY. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in New York, NY with an average daily rate of $99. Data was last updated on 23 April 2024.
The best offers we've found on car rentals in the New York area. Make sure to check back soon if you're not finding what you're looking for, as deals are updated frequently.
Suzuki Swift$81/day
2
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A/C
Suzuki Swift
Hyundai Avante$82/day
5
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A/C
Hyundai Avante
Hyundai i20$83/day
4
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A/C
Hyundai i20

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in New York, NY, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 23 April 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in New York?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $109/day when booking a car hire in New York. The absolute best deal a user found was for $73/day from Avis, booked on Apr. 21.

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in New York?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Silvercar (10.0 rating), Alamo (8.5 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.3 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in New York.

  • What are petrol prices like in New York?

    The average price of petrol in New York is $1.73/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $77 and $112 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Budget is one of the top picks in New York. They can have you in a hire car for about $810 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in New York for the best price?

    Generally, for a better deal in New York it’s recommended to book in a timely manner (to save up to 37%). Cheapflights recommends you book around 7 days prior to your pickup date. Booking as early as you can also increases the likelihood that you’ll get the ideal car.

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

    Typically, how long you can rent a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For New York however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.

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

    Typically, a monthly car rental in New York can be found for $3,472. You can find car rental deals for $116 a day on average.

  • How much is a car hire in New York for a weekend?

    It costs $101 for a weekend car hire in New York, on average. The cheapest type of car hire you can book on any given weekend is the Intermediate as prices are generally lower for these hire types due to demand and availability. If you’re planning to book a hire car in New York in May, prices are $82 per day on average.

  • What car do most people hire in New York?

    Toyota RAV4, which is a Intermediate vehicle, is the most popular to hire at New York according to Cheapflights users.

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Car rentals by fuel type in New York, NY

Browse car rentals by fuel type in New York, NY. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in New York, NY. Deals were last updated on 23 April 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in New York, NY. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest ($44+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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