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Cheap Car Rentals in New Jersey from $82

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 Jersey with a pick-up date of 30/1 and drop-off date of 27/2. 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 Jersey car rentals in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in New Jersey. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 26 January 2025.

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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in New Jersey 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 26 January 2025.

January

$89

February

$90

March

$101

April

$113

May

$117

June

$129

July

$141

August

$129

September

$97

October

$106

November

$111

December

$124

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in New Jersey 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.

Compare available car types for rental in New Jersey

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in New Jersey to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 26 January 2025.

Small cars

$58 - $295

All Car Types

$61 - $354

To hire a small car in New Jersey, you would pay an average price of $123/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a small car in New Jersey (~$58/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is September (~$295/day). In fact, January is about 54% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for New Jersey. When comparing with other car types available for hire in New Jersey, hiring a small 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 Jersey small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in New Jersey, you would pay an average price of $148/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in New Jersey (~$61/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is September (~$334/day). In fact, November is about 60% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for New Jersey. When comparing with other car types available for hire in New Jersey, hiring a medium car is 2% 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 Jersey medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in New Jersey, you would pay an average price of $149/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in New Jersey (~$61/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is September (~$323/day). In fact, November is about 60% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for New Jersey. When comparing with other car types available for hire in New Jersey, hiring a SUV is 2% 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 Jersey SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Kia Picanto$82/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto

Top rental agencies in New Jersey

Explore the leading car hire agencies in New Jersey known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in New Jersey. Reviews were last updated on 26 January 2025.

Avis

7.2
Good
119 reviews13 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

7.0

Budget

6.2
Okay
118 reviews14 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.2

Value

6.4

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.1
Very Good
52 reviews19 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

7.9

Alamo

7.3
Good
50 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

7.0

Hertz

6.6
Okay
57 reviews19 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.2

Overall

6.6

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

6.5

Sixt

6.5
Okay
83 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

6.6

Payless

6.4
Okay
31 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

6.7

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.5

Dollar

5.1
Fair
58 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.3

Comfort

6.1

Overall

5.1

Pick-up/drop-off

5.2

Value

5.0

Best New Jersey car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in New Jersey. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in New Jersey with an average daily rate of $107. Data was last updated on 26 January 2025.
Kia Picanto$82/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Volkswagen Passat$85/day
5
M
A/C
Volkswagen Passat
Mitsubishi Outlander$89/day
5
M
A/C
Mitsubishi Outlander

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in New Jersey, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 26 January 2025.
  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in New Jersey?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in New Jersey from the following companies over the past two weeks: Thrifty ($82/day), Dollar ($89/day), and Budget ($98/day).

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Resla (10.0 rating), Silvercar (9.2 rating) and Alamo (8.4 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in New Jersey.

  • What are petrol prices like in New Jersey?

    The average price of petrol in New Jersey is $1.58/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $71 and $102 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    From Avis you can hire a car in New Jersey from about $509 per week on average.

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

    Booking early almost always ensures you have more options of car models to choose from, as well as prices reduced by up to 29% to make it a great deal in New Jersey. Try to book at least 7 days prior to when you need the car hire to close on a rate below the average.

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

    Yes, you can rent a car for a month in New Jersey check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

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