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Cheap Car Hire in New York from $57
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 13/11 and drop-off date of 2/12. 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 hires 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 2 September 2025.
Most popular company | Thrifty |
|---|---|
Most common car type | Standard |
Average price per day | $97 |
Cheapest price per day | $57 |
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 2 September 2025.
There are 359 hire agencies servicing New York. These agencies, altogether, have 17,612 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? large car is the cheapest car type to hire in New York with prices from $57 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 6 car types you can hire in New York:
Economy
$94+
Compact
$60+
Intermediate
$62+
Standard
$64+
Full-size
$64+
People mover
$97+
Full-size SUV
$97+
Premium
$57+
Luxury
$68+
Premium SUV
$93+
Compact SUV
$57+
Supplier choice
$65+
Intermediate SUV
$67+
Standard SUV
$73+
Luxury SUV
$90+
Compare car hire 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 van 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:
Toyota Corolla$60/day
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Mercedes-Benz A-Class$87/day
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Mitsubishi Mirage$94/day
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Best car hire 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 $104. Data was last updated on 2 September 2025.
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Mercedes-Benz CLA$57/day
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Audi A3$60/day
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Cheapflights insights for New York car hires
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 car hire in New York, book about 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around $92, which is about 34% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the cheapest car hire company in New York?
Thrifty is currently the cheapest car hire company in New York with deals as low as $46.45/day found in the past two weeks. Dollar is another inexpensive option with rates as low as $56.03/day.
What is the best car rental company in New York?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in New York is Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 7.9/10 with 127 reviews). Avis (rated 6.7/10 with 262 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
7.9
Avis
6.7
Sixt
6.6
Budget
6.2
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in New York?
Planning to hire a car in New York? January is the cheapest month, costing about $74 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of $147. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
$74
February
$78
March
$82
April
$97
May
$105
June
$126
July
$147
August
$132
September
$98
October
$102
November
$94
December
$105
What car do most people hire in New York?
The most popular types of cars to hire in New York are the following: Full-size cars (Honda Accord or similar), SUV cars (Chevrolet Equinox or similar), and Intermediate cars (Toyota Camry or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in New York?
Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 51 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in New York at 47.
What are the car hire prices for popular cities in New York?
Discover the price range for hiring a car in popular cities across New York, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 185 pickup locations in New York to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 2 September 2025.
Among the most popular cities in New York, Albany offers the lowest average car hire price at just $71/day. Other affordable options include New York ($73/day), Buffalo ($109/day), and Syracuse ($195/day).
Top hire 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 2 September 2025.
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
127 reviews•51 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Overall
7.9
Pick-up/drop-off
7.9
Value
7.6
Avis
262 reviews•23 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
7.3
Comfort
7.2
Overall
6.7
Pick-up/drop-off
6.8
Value
6.6
Sixt
172 reviews•6 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
7.2
Comfort
7.3
Overall
6.6
Pick-up/drop-off
6.5
Value
6.5
Budget
565 reviews•17 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
6.8
Comfort
6.9
Overall
6.1
Pick-up/drop-off
6.1
Value
6.3
Hertz
496 reviews•47 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
6.8
Comfort
6.9
Overall
6.1
Pick-up/drop-off
6.1
Value
6.2
Dollar
367 reviews•19 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
6.4
Comfort
6.3
Overall
5.4
Pick-up/drop-off
5.4
Value
5.5
Thrifty
150 reviews•15 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
6.2
Comfort
6.2
Overall
5.2
Pick-up/drop-off
5.1
Value
5.3
Alamo
71 reviews•7 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.3
Comfort
8.5
Overall
8.2
Pick-up/drop-off
8.4
Value
8.1
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in New York, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 2 September 2025.
What is the cheapest hire car found in New York?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $123/day when booking a car hire in New York. The absolute best deal a user found was for $58/day from Thrifty, booked on Aug. 24.
How much does it cost to hire a car in New York for a week from Thrifty?
From Thrifty you can hire a car in New York from about $417 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in New York?
Yes, hiring a vehicle in New York for a month is certainly possible.
How much does it cost to rent a car in New York for a month?
Typically, a monthly car hire in New York can be found for $1,787. You can find car hire deals to be on average $60 a day.
Car hires by fuel type in New York
Browse car hires by fuel type in New York. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in New York. Deals were last updated on 2 September 2025.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in New York. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest ($39+).
Electric
$40+
Hybrid
$39+
Petrol/Diesel
$54+