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Cheap Car Rentals in New York from $48

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 1/2 and drop-off date of 15/2. 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 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 18 January 2025.

Most popular company

Ace

Most common car type

Standard

Average price per day

$124

Cheapest price per day

$48

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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in New York 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 18 January 2025.

January

$85

February

$91

March

$100

April

$119

May

$130

June

$142

July

$168

August

$155

September

$103

October

$116

November

$123

December

$132

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.

Compare available car types for rental in New York

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in New York to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 18 January 2025.

Small cars

$58 - $148

All Car Types

$98 - $174

To hire a small car in New York, you would pay an average price of $116/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a small car in New York (~$58/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$148/day). In fact, February is about 50% 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 15% 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, you would pay an average price of $128/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in New York (~$98/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~$169/day). In fact, September is about 25% 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 6% 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, you would pay an average price of $166/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a large car in New York (~$125/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~$265/day). In fact, April is about 25% 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 19% 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, you would pay an average price of $139/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in New York (~$95/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~$189/day). In fact, November is about 33% 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 3% 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, you would pay an average price of $134/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a van in New York (~$121/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~$206/day). In fact, March is about 11% 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 1% 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, you would pay an average price of $102/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in New York (~$83/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~$290/day). In fact, March is about 19% 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 25% 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.

Kia Picanto$48/day
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Kia Picanto
Kia Picanto$59/day
2
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A/C
Kia Picanto
Suzuki Swift$72/day
2
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A/C
Suzuki Swift

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 18 January 2025.
Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in New York, including pickup locations serving New York, Napanoch and Syracuse. See what past customers have to say, compare prices, and review other key details before deciding.

Alamo

8.3
Very Good
111 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

8.2

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.0
Very Good
176 reviews51 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.7

Avis

6.8
Okay
297 reviews26 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.2

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.9

Value

6.6

Sixt

6.5
Okay
185 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

7.2

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.3

Budget

6.3
Okay
652 reviews20 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

6.5

Hertz

6.1
Okay
586 reviews49 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.1

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.1

Dollar

5.9
Fair
445 reviews22 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.6

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

5.9

Thrifty

5.7
Fair
188 reviews15 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.5

Overall

5.6

Pick-up/drop-off

5.7

Value

5.7

Best New York car rental deals found

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 $84. Data was last updated on 18 January 2025.
Have a look at some of the deals we've found on rental cars in New York including options serving New York, Napanoch and Syracuse. If these deals don't appeal to you, check back very soon as they are being updated frequently.
Kia Picanto$48/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Volkswagen Passat$52/day
5
M
A/C
Volkswagen Passat
Mitsubishi Mirage$59/day
2
5
M
A/C
Mitsubishi Mirage

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 18 January 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in New York?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $124/day when booking a car hire in New York. The absolute best deal a user found was for $84/day from Ace, booked on Jan. 12.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in New York?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in New York from the following companies over the past two weeks: Ace ($59/day), Budget ($70/day), and Alamo ($81/day).

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

    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 York.

  • What are petrol prices like in New York?

    The average price of petrol in New York is $1.61/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $72 and $105 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Alamo offers hire cars in New York for about $1,331 per week on average.

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

    Hiring your favourite car model can become more difficult the closer you are to your desired travel date. It’s ideal to book early to have that peace of mind. An early booking can save you up to 35% in New York - we recommend booking at least 7days in advance.

  • 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 $5,706 ($190/day) on average.

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