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Cheap Car Rentals in New York from RM 259

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 7/8 and drop-off date of 14/8. 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 York car rentals in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in New York. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 9 July 2025.

Most popular company

Hertz

Most common car type

Economy

Average price per day

RM 184

Cheapest price per day

RM 259

Popular car types in New York

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in New York and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 9 July 2025.

At RM 259/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in New York in the past week. Out of 356 car hire agencies operating in New York, there are, in total, 17,581 hire locations. View below for 4 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

RM 264+

Compact

Compact

RM 259+

Intermediate

Intermediate

RM 275+

Standard

Standard

RM 388+

Full-size

Full-size

RM 309+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

RM 433+

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

RM 462+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

RM 351+

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

RM 376+

Compare car rental deals in New York 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:

Honda CivicRM 259/day
4
M
A/C
Honda Civic
Perodua MyviRM 264/day
2
M
A/C
Perodua Myvi

Best car rental deals found in New York

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in New York. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in New York with an average daily rate of RM 356. Data was last updated on 9 July 2025.
These are some of the best options we've found for those looking for car rentals in New York, including options within a close proximity to New York, Buffalo and Rochester. Make sure to examine important information for each deal, including price, car type, and pickup location.
Honda CivicRM 259/day
4
M
A/C
Honda Civic
Perodua MyviRM 264/day
2
M
A/C
Perodua Myvi
Proton PrevéRM 275/day
5
M
A/C
Proton Prevé

Cheapflights insights for New York car rentals

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 RM 233/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 262% off the average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in New York?

Looking to hire a car in New York? Hertz had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only RM 147.40/day. Thrifty also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at RM 159.51/day.

What is the best car rental company in New York?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in New York is Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 7.9/10 with 149 reviews). Avis (rated 6.8/10 with 313 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

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

The cheapest month to hire a car in New York is March, when you can expect to pay RM 212/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in New York is July (RM 366/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.

January

RM 222

February

RM 228

March

RM 212

April

RM 253

May

RM 282

June

RM 336

July

RM 366

August

RM 316

September

RM 256

October

RM 282

November

RM 237

December

RM 280

What car do most people hire in New York?

SUV cars (Mitsubishi Outlander, for example) are the most popular in New York. Intermediate (Jeep Patriot) and Full-size (Nissan Pathfinder) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting New York.

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

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 57 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in New York at 47.

Top rental agencies in New York

Explore the leading car rental agencies in New York known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in New York. Reviews were last updated on 9 July 2025.
Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in New York, including pickup locations serving New York, Buffalo and Rochester. Helpful information on each car rental agency is available, including reviews, pricing, pickup location, and more.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.9
Good
149 reviews57 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.1

Overall

7.9

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.7

Avis

6.8
Okay
313 reviews29 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.2

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.9

Value

6.6

Sixt

6.6
Okay
178 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

6.4

Budget

6.4
Okay
682 reviews22 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

6.5

Hertz

6.2
Okay
500 reviews47 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.9

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.1

Value

6.2

Dollar

5.8
Fair
406 reviews21 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.5

Overall

5.7

Pick-up/drop-off

5.7

Value

5.7

Thrifty

5.7
Fair
176 reviews15 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.5

Overall

5.6

Pick-up/drop-off

5.6

Value

5.7

Alamo

8.4
Very Good
86 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.3

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in New York, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 9 July 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in New York?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under RM 184/day when booking a car hire in New York. The absolute best deal a user found was for RM 159/day from Hertz, booked on Jul. 6.

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

    From Hertz you can hire a car in New York from about RM 1,227 per week on average.

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

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

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

    The average cost of a car rental in New York for a month is RM 5,259. Check Cheapflights to compare pricing and options for your rental car.

Car rentals by fuel type in New York

Browse car rentals by fuel type in New York. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in New York. Deals were last updated on 9 July 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in New York. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (RM 56+).

Electric

Electric

RM 56+

Hybrid

Hybrid

RM 103+

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