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Cheap Car Hire in New Mexico

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New Mexico car hires in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in New Mexico. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 1 July 2025.

Most popular company

Thrifty

Most common car type

Standard

Average price per day

$73

Cheapest price per day

$49

Cheapflights insights for New Mexico car hires

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

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

To get the best deal on car hire in New Mexico, book about 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around $66, which is about 32% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the cheapest car hire company in New Mexico?

Looking to hire a car in New Mexico? Budget had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only $45.17/day. Thrifty also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at $48.51/day.

What is the best car rental company in New Mexico?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in New Mexico is Hertz (rated 6.5/10 with 104 reviews). Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 7.8/10 with 52 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

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

At New Mexico, the best time to hire a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just $61. Conversely, October is the priciest month, averaging $104 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In New Mexico, the best time to hire a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just $61. Conversely, October is the priciest month, averaging $104 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

$61

February

$66

March

$73

April

$73

May

$72

June

$76

July

$84

August

$73

September

$76

October

$104

November

$64

December

$76

What car do most people hire in New Mexico?

Intermediate cars (Acura TLX, for example) are the most popular in New Mexico. Luxury (BMW 3 Series) and Standard (Chevrolet Equinox) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting New Mexico.

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

Both Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Hertz have 14 locations in New Mexico, more than any other car hire company in the area.

Top hire agencies in New Mexico

Explore the leading car hire agencies in New Mexico known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in New Mexico. Reviews were last updated on 1 July 2025.

Hertz

6.5
Okay
104 reviews14 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.5

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.8
Good
52 reviews14 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

Value

7.5

Ace

7.1
Good
44 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.2

Avis

7.0
Good
68 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.9

Value

6.7

Budget

6.8
Okay
59 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

7.4

Overall

6.6

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

6.5

Alamo

9.3
Wonderful
7 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.3

Overall

9.3

Pick-up/drop-off

9.4

Value

8.5

Dollar

7.0
Good
28 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

6.9

Thrifty

6.7
Okay
26 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.2

Overall

6.7

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

6.7

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in New Mexico, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 1 July 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in New Mexico?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $74/day when booking a car hire in New Mexico. The absolute best deal a user found was for $49/day from Thrifty, booked on Jun. 22.

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

    Hiring a car in New Mexico for a week can be a great option for travel. Thrifty, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around $509/week on average.

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

    Yes, hiring a vehicle in New Mexico for a month is certainly possible.

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

    You can potentially save up to 34% on a month-long rental by booking with Thrifty. Thrifty is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car in New Mexico can cost you on average $2,180 a month or $73 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.

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