KAYAK’s insights & trends for Upper East Side car hire
Check out the latest trends and booking tips to hire a car in Upper East Side with confidence.
How far in advance should you book car hire in Upper East Side, New York?
Based on car hire prices found by KAYAK users over the last 12 months.
To get the best price on car hire in Upper East Side, New York, you should book around 81 days before your trip. This could save you approximately 45% compared to booking last-minute.
Which car rental company in Upper East Side is best rated?
Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK.
Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car rental companies in Upper East Side are Budget (5.7/10, 467 reviews), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.0/10, 78 reviews), and Avis (6.7/10, 320 reviews).
Upper East Side car hire price comparison by vehicle type
Find the right car hire in Upper East Side by comparing prices across vehicle types.
Small
Medium
Large
SUV
Van
Pickup truck
Luxury
Convertible
Small cars
£30 - £67
All Car Types
£57 - £89
How much does it cost to hire a small car in Upper East Side?
How much does it cost to hire a medium car in Upper East Side?
How much does it cost to hire a large car in Upper East Side?
How much does it cost to hire an SUV in Upper East Side?
How much does it cost to hire a van in Upper East Side?
How much does it cost to hire a pickup truck in Upper East Side?
How much does it cost to hire a luxury car in Upper East Side?
How much does it cost to hire a convertible in Upper East Side?
Small car hire in Upper East Side typically costs around £48 per day. The best time to book is March, when prices average £30 per day, which is about 38% less than the yearly average. Small cars are usually 33% cheaper than the average car hire in Upper East Side, making them ideal for budget-conscious travellers.
Medium car hire in Upper East Side typically costs around £57 per day. The best time to book is September, when prices average £42 per day, which is about 27% less than the yearly average. Medium cars are usually 20% cheaper than the average car hire in Upper East Side, offering a good balance of space and value.
Large car hire in Upper East Side typically cost around £60 per day. The best time to book is September, when prices average £43 per day, which is about 29% less than the yearly average. Large cars can be 16% cheaper than the average car hire in Upper East Side, offering more comfort for longer trips at a reasonable price.
SUV hire in Upper East Side typically costs around £67 per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average £53 per day, which is about 21% less than the yearly average. SUVs can be 6% cheaper than the average car hire in Upper East Side, providing extra space and capability for groups or road trips at a reasonable price.
Van hire in Upper East Side typically costs around £90 per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average £63 per day, which is about 30% less than the yearly average. Vans are typically 22% more expensive than the average car hire in Upper East Side but are the best choice for families or groups needing maximum passenger capacity.
Pickup truck hire in Upper East Side typically costs around £57 per day. The best time to book is September, when prices average £40 per day, which is about 30% less than the yearly average. Pickup trucks are 20% cheaper than the average car hire in Upper East Side, making them a practical choice for hauling gear or outdoor adventures.
Luxury car hire in Upper East Side typically costs around £101 per day. The best time to book is September, when prices average £77 per day, which is about 24% less than the yearly average. Luxury cars are typically 30% more expensive than the average car hire in Upper East Side but deliver premium comfort and style for special occasions.
Convertible hire in Upper East Side typically costs around £100 per day. The best time to book is February, when prices average £75 per day, which is about 25% less than the yearly average. Convertibles are typically 29% more expensive than the average car hire in Upper East Side but are perfect for scenic drives and warm-weather destinations.
Top tips for renting a car in Upper East Side, New York
25% of our users found rental cars in Upper East Side for £39 or less.
Book your rental car in Upper East Side at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price.
Small rental cars in Upper East Side are around 52% cheaper than other car types, on average.
January is typically the cheapest month to rent a car in Upper East Side, with prices around £44/day. August, in contrast, is often the most costly month, with an average of £82/day.
If you’re looking to save money and don’t mind renting a car in another neighborhood in New York, look for deals in Midtown East, where daily prices are around £55/day, or Randalls and Wards Islands (average of £58/day).
FAQs about hiring a car in Upper East Side (New York)
How much does it cost to hire a car in Upper East Side?
On average a car hire in Upper East Side costs £48 per day.
Is car hire cheaper in other New York neighbourhoods?
Yes. Based on our information, ACE in Randalls and Wards Islands is the cheapest car hire location in New York. It is located at 124-20 S Conduit Avenue.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Upper East Side?
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest car hire price (£35/day) in Upper East Side was found at AVIS, 310 East 64th Street.
What is the best car hire company in Upper East Side?
Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car hire in Upper East Side is ENTERPRISE (7.8, 10 reviews).
How can I find car hires near me in Upper East Side?
Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.
What is the most popular hire car type in Upper East Side?
SUV is the most frequently booked hire car type in Upper East Side.
How much does a SUV car hire cost in Upper East Side?
A SUV car hire in Upper East Side costs £52 per day, on average.
How much does it cost to hire a car for a week in Upper East Side?
On average a hire car in Upper East Side costs £338 per week (£48 per day).
How much does it cost to hire a car long term for a month in Upper East Side?
On average a hire car in Upper East Side costs £1,450 per month (£48 per day).
Upper East Side (New York) car hire reviews and directory
The kids working the office were friendly and good humored during an extremely busy time.
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Nov 2025
Standard
It is not Avis problem. It is miscommunication between kayak and Expedia. According to kayak the pickup location was 64 th street NYC. Were as in Avis and Expedia the location is different queens NY.
2.0 Poor
DLVH, Feb 2025
Economy
Was charged 5 times the original price
8.0 Very Good
Anonymous, Sept 2024
Passenger van
Please check oill change and other sign when you give it for rent.
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Aug 2024
Intermediate SUV
They had no cars available when we arrived for the rental.
Other than the rental price gouging during the holiday week, my experience with Hertz was great. The check-in process was pretty fast and my car was waiting outside the office. I chose the Manager's Choice option and was given a full-size sedan which drove great.
2.0 Poor
alex, Dec 2021
it is impossible to deal with the car rental companies in Manhattan, but Hertz on 76th st is the worst of the worst. terrible employees. lack of information. call the number on line and you get a person in the Philippines or Honduras. a totally negative experience. my second time in a year. but never again.
When we arrived at Budget, the vehicle we had reserved—or even a similar one—was not available. Despite the situation, the attendant was very helpful and offered us the option of having a new vehicle brought to the location, though we would have had to wait an hour beyond our scheduled pickup time. The problem was that we already had a planned itinerary, and this caused a major delay. However, I acknowledge that the attendant did their best, and the fault lay entirely with Budget. We had another unfortunate experience with Budget in Miami, and we will definitely never book with Budget again!
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Feb 2026
Compact SUV
They delivered the rental car to me, then a week later they told me they were going to charge my card $450 for cleaning it. I will never rent a vehicle again.
2.0 Poor
KC, Nov 2025
People carrier
1 person working the counter with 12 people in line and took 15 mins to check-in each person. Poorly staffed.
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Dec 2024
Intermediate SUV
Close to my home and quick turn around!
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, May 2024
Passenger van
Poor, only the customer service was good
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, May 2024
Passenger van
Vehicle was dirty and drive very poorly, kind a feel unsafe and I would like some type of refund
Good. Got too many emails and texts to confirm return of car
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Aug 2024
Economy
We were charged a different price than quoted (though the estimate hasn't been confirmed yet). We also were told we were required to pay for EzPass through the rental car and that there were high fees charged for it, but this seems incorrect, as Toll By Mail seems available on all roads via an easy online form.
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Oct 2023
Economy
Waited 1 hour and then they told me they did not have a car for me!
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