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Cheap Car Hire in New Jersey from R974

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 30/4 and drop-off date of 31/5. 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.
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New Jersey car hires in 2026

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 17 March 2026.

Most popular company

Avis

Most common car type

Standard

Average price per day

R2 059

Cheapest price per day

R974
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Popular car types in New Jersey

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in New Jersey and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 17 March 2026.
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There are, in total, 17 573 car hire locations in New Jersey that are operated by 372 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: R974/day). Explore 6 car types currently offered from New Jersey hire providers:

Compact

Compact

R974+

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Intermediate

Intermediate

R999+

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Standard

Standard

R982+

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Full-size

Full-size

R982+

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SUV

SUV

R1 288+

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Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

R1 849+

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Premium

Premium

R1 218+

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Luxury

Luxury

R1 640+

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Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

R1 217+

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Standard SUV

Standard SUV

R1 050+

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Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

R1 285+

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Compact SUV

Compact SUV

R2 075+

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Luxury SUV

Luxury SUV

R2 290+

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Here are the best New Jersey small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best New Jersey medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best New Jersey large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best New Jersey SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Honda JazzR974/day
4
M
A/C
Honda Jazz
Found 03/15/26

Best car hire deals found in New Jersey

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in New Jersey. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in New Jersey with an average daily rate of R1 366. Data was last updated on 17 March 2026.
Honda JazzR974/day
4
M
A/C
Honda Jazz
Found 03/15/26
Ford RangerR982/day
5
2
M
A/C
Ford Ranger
Found 03/15/26
Nissan AlmeraR982/day
5
M
A/C
Nissan Almera
Found 03/15/26

Cheapflights insights for New Jersey car hires

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

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

Book your car hire in New Jersey 61 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around R843/day on average when booked 61 days ahead, which saves you 1 214% off the average price.

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What is the best car rental company in New Jersey?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in New Jersey is National (rated 8.7/10). Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 8.3/10) is also highly rated by our users.

National
National
8.7
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
8.3
Alamo
Alamo
7.9
Avis
Avis
7.4

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

Planning to hire a car in New Jersey? March is the cheapest month, costing about R784 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R1 560. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

R793

February

R788

March

R784

April

R1 040

May

R1 157

June

R1 216

July

R1 560

August

R1 367

September

R910

October

R1 032

November

R1 065

December

R1 187

What car do most people hire in New Jersey?

Passenger van cars (Ford Transit or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting New Jersey. Intermediate cars (Toyota RAV4 or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by SUV cars (Toyota RAV4 or similar).

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

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 20 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in New Jersey at 17.

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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 17 March 2026.

National

2 locations
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Enterprise Rent-A-Car

20 locations
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Alamo

2 locations
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Avis

12 locations
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Payless

2 locations
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Budget

13 locations
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Hertz

17 locations
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Sixt

4 locations
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Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in New Jersey, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 17 March 2026.

  • What is the cheapest hire car found in New Jersey?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R2 059/day when booking a car hire in New Jersey. The absolute best deal a user found was for R1 797/day from Avis, booked on Mar. 14.

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

    Avis is one of the most popular car hire companies in New Jersey, offering car hire for around R14 412 per week on average.

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

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

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

    You can potentially save up to 14% on a month-long rental by booking with Avis. Avis is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car in New Jersey can cost you on average R61 765 a month or R2 059 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.

Car hires by fuel type in New Jersey

Browse car hires by fuel type in New Jersey. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in New Jersey. Deals were last updated on 17 March 2026.
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Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in New Jersey. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (R143+).

Electric

Electric

R152+

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Hybrid

Hybrid

R143+

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Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

R144+

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