New York

Cheap Car Hire in New York from R632

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 4/12 and drop-off date of 31/12. 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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Popular car types in New York, NY

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in New York, NY and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 16 November 2025.

At R632/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in New York in the past week. Out of 40 car hire agencies operating in New York, there are, in total, 144 hire locations. View below for 5 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

People carrier

People carrier

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Premium

Premium

Compare car hire deals in New York, NY 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 luxury car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Hyundai AtosR632/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai Atos
Hyundai i10R632/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai i10

Best car hire deals found in New York

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in New York, NY. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in New York, NY with an average daily rate of R778. Data was last updated on 16 November 2025.
Hyundai AtosR632/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai Atos
Hyundai i10R632/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai i10
Audi A3R636/day
5
4
M
A/C
Audi A3

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?

Book your car hire in New York 7 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around R973/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 1 333% off the average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in New York?

Avis is currently the cheapest car hire company in New York with deals as low as R542,35/day found in the past two weeks. Dollar is another inexpensive option with rates as low as R694,92/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 Avis (rated 6.8/10 with 158 reviews). Sixt (rated 6.6/10 with 159 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

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

Planning to hire a car in New York? February is the cheapest month, costing about R836 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R1 638. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

R853

February

R836

March

R853

April

R1 092

May

R1 212

June

R1 365

July

R1 638

August

R1 553

September

R956

October

R1 109

November

R1 160

December

R1 263

What car do most people hire in New York?

SUV cars (Chevrolet Suburban, for example) are the most popular in New York. Full-size (Toyota Camry) and Premium (Chevrolet Suburban) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting New York.

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

Hertz has 21 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Enterprise Rent-A-Car has the second-highest number of locations in New York at 16.

Top rental agencies in New York, NY

Explore the leading car hire agencies in New York, NY known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in New York, NY. Reviews were last updated on 16 November 2025.

Avis

6,8
Okay
158 reviews13 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,4

Comfort

7,3

Overall

6,8

Pick-up/drop-off

6,7

Value

6,7

Sixt

6,6
Okay
159 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,2

Comfort

7,3

Overall

6,6

Pick-up/drop-off

6,5

Value

6,5

Hertz

6,4
Okay
243 reviews21 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,2

Comfort

7,1

Overall

6,4

Pick-up/drop-off

6,4

Value

6,3

Budget

5,8
Fair
394 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,7

Comfort

6,8

Overall

5,8

Pick-up/drop-off

5,7

Value

6,1

Dollar

5,4
Fair
242 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,4

Comfort

6,2

Overall

5,4

Pick-up/drop-off

5,3

Value

5,4

Thrifty

5,1
Fair
133 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,2

Comfort

6,1

Overall

5,1

Pick-up/drop-off

5,1

Value

5,3

Alamo

8,4
Very Good
43 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,4

Comfort

8,6

Overall

8,4

Pick-up/drop-off

8,5

Value

8,3

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8,0
Very Good
55 reviews16 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

8,1

Overall

8,0

Pick-up/drop-off

8,0

Value

7,5

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in New York, NY, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 16 November 2025.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in New York for a week from Avis?

    Avis is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in New York. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about R4 357 per week.

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

    Yes, cars are available to be hired for an entire month in New York.

  • How much is a car hire in New York for a weekend?

    The average price for a weekend car hire in New York is R0. Hiring a Compact is your cheapest option if you’re looking to save money on your weekend car hire in New York. For the month of December, Cheapflights users have found hire cars in New York for as low as R809/day.

Car hires by fuel type in New York, NY

Browse car hires by fuel type in New York, NY. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in New York, NY. Deals were last updated on 16 November 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in New York, NY. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (R46+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

Travelling to a place near New York?

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Elmsford
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