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New York car hire information
| Pick-up location | New York |
|---|---|
| Car types | Compact, Economy, Full-size, Full-size SUV, Intermediate, Intermediate SUV, Luxury, People carrier, Standard, Standard SUV |
| Hire locations | 128 |
| Airport locations | 42 |
| Popular agencies | Sixt, Turo, Avis, Dollar, Budget |
Cheap car hire in New York
| Economy | £25/day |
| Compact | £23/day |
| Intermediate | £24/day |
| Standard | £24/day |
| Full-size | £24/day |
| People carrier | £32/day |
| Full-size SUV | £37/day |
| Luxury | £28/day |
| Intermediate SUV | £26/day |
| Standard SUV | £28/day |
KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in New York
- When looking for New York car hire, you may be wondering if you will be able to get a vehicle with manual transmission? While the US don’t primarily use this system on their cars, you absolutely will be able to find car hires that offer ‘stick shift’ in New York. You will most likely find that the car hire is cheaper with manual transmission and they are lighter on the fuel load too.
- The streets of the ‘Big Apple’ are renowned for being chaotic and, while locals will be used to this way of driving, many tourists may find it daunting. Save yourself some stress by hiring a GPS navigation system with your cheap car hire in New York. It will not only help you avoid getting lost, but is also great for finding the shortest route to places and even avoid traffic congestion. They are available from all car hire companies for a small daily fee.
- When visiting a new country, road-tripping with your family or friends is always part of the experience and while New York has tonnes of excitement in the city itself, a road trip to Niagara Falls would be an experience of a lifetime. Although theoretically in New York, the Falls are about a 6h drive up north towards the Canadian border. It is a jaw-dropping wonder of the world that will form core memories for you and your family.
- One of the major advantages of renting a car in New York City is that it makes the outlying boroughs much more accessible. For instance, places like Rockaway Beach in Queens, Red Hook in Brooklyn, and City Island in the Bronx are all much easier to reach via car than by public transportation.
- For travelers with flights landing at LaGuardia Airport, all hire shuttles pick up and drop off from in front of Terminal A of the airport. As for JFK International Airport, hire car desks can be found on the Arrivals level of each terminal. At Newark International Airport, the car hire desks are found in Stations P2 and P3 on the AirTrain.
- Rush hour is an undeniable part of life in New York City. However, that doesn’t mean it can’t be mitigated. Typically morning the busy morning traffic lasts from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m., while the afternoon and evening traffic is usually from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Drivers should take care, though, that those are the busiest times, but often rush hour can start even earlier in the morning and last even later at night. Some of the main areas to avoid during rush hour include the Lincoln Tunnel and the Brooklyn Bridge.
- Biking is very popular in New York City and drivers should remain careful and aware of the bikers around them. Make sure to always check your mirrors when turning right and when opening a door, as you never know when a biker could pop up behind you.
- 25% of our users found a car hire in New York for £40 or less
- Book your car hire in New York at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Off-airport car hire locations in New York are around 17% more expensive than airport locations on average
- Standard car hire in New York are around 58% cheaper than other car types, on average
New York car hire experiences: the best tips from KAYAK users
FAQs about car hire in New York
What type of car is recommended for driving in New York?
What type of car is recommended for driving in New York City?Smaller vehicles are highly recommended for vacation-goers in New York City, especially if you plan to use a hire car as your main form of transportation. There are many one-way streets and smaller alleys that can be difficult to navigate with a larger car. It can also be difficult to find streetside parallel parking spots large enough to suit anything above a mid-sized vehicle.
What’s the speed limit in New York?
A wide range of speed limits will be seen in New York City, but the most important detail to note is that the speed limit is always 25 mph unless signage says otherwise. On highways throughout New York, the maximum speed limit is 55 mph and the minimum is 45 mph, unless posted otherwise.
Where are the best places to park in New York?
Streetside parking in New York City is incredibly difficult to find, especially in areas such as Manhattan. Thus, many drivers rely heavily on parking garages for both daily and hourly parking. However, planning must be done in advance as many of the garages can fill up fast, so it pays to plan ahead of time to know which garages are most convenient for your destination.
How much does it cost to hire a car in New York?
On average a car hire in New York costs £53 per day.
What is the best car hire company in New York?
Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car hire companies in New York are Alamo (8.4, 231 reviews), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.3, 224 reviews), and Avis (7.0, 312 reviews).
How much is the price of fuel in New York?
The average price of fuel in New York is £3.16 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between £38 and £50, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular car hire in New York?
Standard (Honda Accord or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in New York.
Which car hire agencies are at John F Kennedy Intl airport (JFK)?
Car hire companies onsite at John F Kennedy Intl airport include Budget, Avis, Hertz, Thrifty, Advance Car And Truck Rental, Sixt, Dollar, Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Ace.
Which car hire agencies are at Newark airport (EWR)?
Car hire companies onsite at Newark airport include Budget, Avis, Advance Car And Truck Rental, Hertz, Dollar, Thrifty, Sixt, Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and National.
How can I find car hires near me in New York?
Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.
How much does a Standard car hire cost in New York?
A Standard car hire in New York costs £30 per day, on average.
How much does an Intermediate car hire cost in New York?
An Intermediate car hire in New York costs £33 per day, on average.
How much does an Economy car hire cost in New York?
An Economy car hire in New York costs £38 per day, on average.
How much does a car hire in New York cost for a week?
On average a car hire in New York costs £368 per week (£53 per day).
How much does a car hire in New York cost for a month?
On average a car hire in New York costs £1,577 per month (£53 per day).
Should I get insurance when hiring a car in New York?
Most car hire providers in New York offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car hire in New York, check out KAYAK's car hire insurance guide.
What are the US car seat rules for children?
If you are in the US with a child, you will have to take the law of child safety into consideration when hiring a car. New York law states all children older than 8 must wear a seat belt and children under the age of 4 will need a car or booster seat, depending on their size or weight. Your car hire company can help you with the most appropriate size for the child and you can hire the chair for a small daily fee. Alternatively, you’re always welcome to bring your own car seat.
What is the fuel policy on car hire in New York?
With a cheap car hire in New York you will find most agencies allow you to choose the fuel refill option of your choice. ‘Full-to-full’ or ‘same-to-same’ are probably best because this way you will only replace the fuel you use on your trip. It often works out better than a full tank policy, which will charge you for fuel in the car regardless of whether you use it or not. Car hire companies do not refund fuel so if you are on the roads for a short time in New York you will lose money this way.
New York car hire reviews and directory
Hertz
6.7
Okay
1113 reviewsCleanliness
7.3
Comfort
7.2
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.5
Value for money
6.5
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2.0 Poor
Dec 2023
4.0 Mediocre
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2.0 Poor
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8.0 Very Good
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6.0 Okay
Oct 2023
10.0 Wonderful
Sept 2023
Budget
6.4
Okay
1337 reviewsCleanliness
7.1
Comfort
7.2
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.3
Value for money
6.6
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4.0 Mediocre
Dec 2023
10.0 Wonderful
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2.0 Poor
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10.0 Wonderful
Oct 2023
2.0 Poor
Oct 2023
8.0 Very Good
Oct 2023
Dollar
5.9
Fair
1099 reviewsCleanliness
6.8
Comfort
6.6
Pick-up/Drop-off
5.8
Value for money
5.8
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10.0 Wonderful
Nov 2023
2.0 Poor
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10.0 Wonderful
Jul 2021
2.0 Poor
May 2021
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Not an enjoyable experience at allCons:
Pickup — staff was both rude and incompetent. When picking up, I asked to change my dropoff date. After huffing about it, the staff person told me the new price... but conveniently forgot to update the reservation because I was later charged an early return fee. So then I obviously had to call to get it reversed — which no one likes wasting their time doing. Why couldn’t this have been simple and seamless, as usual? Only one reason - the staff. Dropoff — again, the staff person was exceptionally rude. She asked me to get in line when I was only literally mentioning that I was dropping off. Not EVERYONE is trying to cut in line all the time! Sometimes we just don’t want to wait for 6 other people to get helped for a 1 second FYI!10.0 Wonderful
May 2021
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ExcellentCons:
-2.0 Poor
May 2021
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My reservation was for 3pm. I arrived a little after 3 and the rental location was closed. Nowhere on the app or in the reservation process was it made clear that the location closed at 3. I tried to make another reservation somewhere, but the Kayak app showed no cars available anywhere. Literally none. Very, very disappointed in the whole experience. And I’d like a refund of the $22 pre-paid in insurance for a car I never got.Alamo
8.4
Very Good
460 reviewsCleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.5
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.3
Value for money
8.2
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Dec 2023
4.0 Mediocre
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10.0 Wonderful
Oct 2023
10.0 Wonderful
May 2021
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great customer service representative in the Jersey City locationCons:
they were clearly shorthanded and the guy there did a great job quickly and with humor handle everyone and keep tempers down.10.0 Wonderful
Apr 2021
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Staff extremely nice and helpful. Pickup, drop-off and price all excellent.6.0 Okay
Mar 2021
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The car could've been cleaner. The inside had sand on the seats and floor. The cars rims were covered in mud and sand.. overall the car served it's purpose but it could've been cleaner.Enterprise Rent-A-Car
8.3
Very Good
430 reviewsCleanliness
8.3
Comfort
8.4
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.3
Value for money
7.9
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2.0 Poor
Oct 2023
2.0 Poor
May 2021
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No!!Cons:
Called me and told me we will call you around 3 to confirm your pickup never called Back.10.0 Wonderful
Mar 2021
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Staff was friendly and attentive. The car was greatCons:
Na10.0 Wonderful
Jan 2021
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Very respectful of COVID precautions, very little interaction but still friendly, helpful sales representatives.10.0 Wonderful
Jan 2020
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AllCons:
Nothing10.0 Wonderful
Dec 2020
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greatCons:
nothingAvis
7.0
Good
527 reviewsCleanliness
7.4
Comfort
7.5
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.0
Value for money
6.7
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8.0 Very Good
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4.0 Mediocre
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4.0 Mediocre
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2.0 Poor
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10.0 Wonderful
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10.0 Wonderful
Oct 2022
Payless
7.0
Good
420 reviewsCleanliness
7.3
Comfort
7.4
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.8
Value for money
6.9
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10.0 Wonderful
Oct 2023
10.0 Wonderful
May 2021
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Pickup and drop off easy. JFK is JFK so getting in and out of airport less than ideal.10.0 Wonderful
Apr 2021
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i came here after my reservation with ACE fell through - these guys brought me an upgrade in about 5 minutes despite not even having a registration for more than half an hour. was really impressed, & that's not something i'm used to saying about car rental places.Cons:
one "invisible bill", possibly linked to a toll bridge...or is that troll bridge? hmm10.0 Wonderful
Apr 2021
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Yes easy smooth in and outCons:
Car was ok nothing great8.0 Very Good
Mar 2021
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printer working in lobby