New Jersey

Cheap Car Hire in New Jersey from R798

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a car hire in New Jersey with a pick-up date of 20/5 and drop-off date of 3/6. 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.
Newark, NJ, United States
May 2 — May 9
Driver's age: 26-65
Newark, NJ, United States
Thu 2/5
Noon
Thu 9/5
Noon

New Jersey car hires in 2024

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 25 April 2024.

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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 25 April 2024.

January

R881

February

R977

March

R1 111

April

R1 188

May

R1 283

June

R1 360

July

R1 494

August

R1 437

September

R1 111

October

R1 168

November

R1 149

December

R1 207

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 25 April 2024.

Small cars

R684 - R2 939

All Car Types

R682 - R2 269

To hire a small car in New Jersey, you would pay an average price of R1 496/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a small car in New Jersey (~R684/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is October (~R2 939/day). In fact, September is about 55% 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, renting a small car saves you 3% 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 R1 006/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in New Jersey (~R679/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~R2 477/day). In fact, September is about 33% 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, renting a medium car saves you 35% 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 large car in New Jersey, you would pay an average price of R1 356/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a large car in New Jersey (~R776/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~R3 125/day). In fact, August is about 43% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for New Jersey. When comparing with other car types available for hire in New Jersey, renting a large car saves you 12% 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 SUV in New Jersey, you would pay an average price of R1 205/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in New Jersey (~R684/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~R3 953/day). In fact, September is about 44% 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, renting a SUV saves you 22% 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 SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in New Jersey, you would pay an average price of R1 218/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a van in New Jersey (~R1 362/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is May (~R3 131/day). In fact, February is about 11% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for New Jersey. When comparing with other car types available for hire in New Jersey, renting a van saves you 21% 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.

Suzuki CiazR863/day
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Suzuki Ciaz
Toyota Corolla QuestR982/day
4
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Toyota Corolla Quest

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 25 April 2024.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8,3
Very Good
155 reviews19 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,2

Comfort

8,4

Overall

8,3

Pick-up/drop-off

8,3

Value

8,1

Alamo

7,8
Good
182 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

8,2

Overall

7,8

Pick-up/drop-off

7,6

Value

7,6

Avis

7,1
Good
208 reviews13 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,4

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,1

Pick-up/drop-off

7,2

Value

6,9

Budget

6,3
Okay
252 reviews14 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,7

Comfort

6,9

Overall

6,3

Pick-up/drop-off

6,3

Value

6,5

Payless

6,3
Okay
116 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,0

Comfort

6,7

Overall

6,2

Pick-up/drop-off

6,2

Value

6,5

Hertz

6,2
Okay
155 reviews19 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,0

Comfort

6,7

Overall

6,1

Pick-up/drop-off

6,2

Value

6,1

Dollar

5,4
Fair
161 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,6

Comfort

6,4

Overall

5,3

Pick-up/drop-off

5,5

Value

5,1

Sixt

6,4
Okay
83 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,2

Comfort

7,3

Overall

6,4

Pick-up/drop-off

6,5

Value

6,6

Best New Jersey car hire deals found

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 R969. Data was last updated on 25 April 2024.
Volkswagen PoloR798/day
2
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A/C
Volkswagen Polo
Toyota Corolla QuestR863/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest
Toyota Corolla QuestR982/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest

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 25 April 2024.
  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in New Jersey?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in New Jersey from the following companies over the past two weeks: Hertz (R902/day), Dollar (R911/day), and Avis (R961/day).

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Super Cheap (10,0 rating), Silvercar (8,6 rating) and Alamo (8,5 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 R19,74/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R888 and R1 283 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Hertz is one of the most popular car hire companies in New Jersey, offering car hire for around R15 520 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in New Jersey 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 33% in New Jersey - we recommend booking at least 7days in advance.

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

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

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