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Kia Soul
or similar Compact
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$63.31
per day
Rental office
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Toyota Corolla
or similar Intermediate
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$66.90
per day
Rental office
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Toyota 4Runner
or similar Standard SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$129.59
per day
Rental office
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Unlimited mileage
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Toyota Camry
or similar Full-size
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$77.69
per day
Rental office
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Mitsubishi Mirage
or similar Economy
Automatic
4
A/C
4
$81.68
per day
Rental office
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Chrysler Pacifica
or similar Mini Van
Automatic
7
A/C
4
$86.67
per day
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Jeep Grand Cherokee
or similar Standard Elite SUV
Automatic
7
A/C
5
$96.86
per day
Rental office
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Toyota RAV4
or similar Intermediate SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$72.49
per day
Rental office
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The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 08:03 on 24/10/26. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.
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Table of contents
- Cheapest car rental rates
- Most popular car rental deals
- Why book with us?
- Travel information
- Top 11 locations near New York (Downtown)
- Map of top car rental locations
- When to book in New York (Downtown) and for how long?
- Car rental information
- Most popular car models of rental suppliers
- Frequently Asked Questions (updated: Oct 23, 2026)
- Car rental statistics
- Top 4 suppliers in New York (Downtown) in 2026
- Award-winning service
Travel information
Languages
English
Currency
USD
Drive on
Right-hand side
Country code
+1
Average car rental price
$84 per day
Average car rental length
5 days
Speed limit within town
40–72 km/h
or
25–45 mph
Speed limit out of town
88–104 km/h
or
55–65 mph
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.08%
Average gas price
$1.00 per liter or $3.79 per gallon
Lowest gas price
$0.83 per liter or $3.14 per gallon
Highest gas price
$1.25 per liter or $4.73 per gallon
Top 11 locations near New York (Downtown)
- New York International Airport LaGuardiafrom $72.73 per day14.3 km / 8.89 miles away
- New York International Airport Kennedyfrom $71.84 per day21.3 km / 13.24 miles away
- Westchester Airportfrom $74.91 per day48.1 km / 29.89 miles away
- Long Island MacArthur Airportfrom $78.84 per day77.9 km / 48.4 miles away
- Stewart International Airportfrom $113.77 per day88.2 km / 54.8 miles away
- Albany International Airportfrom $74.46 per day227.7 km / 141.49 miles away
- Syracuse Hancock Airportfrom $74.91 per day318.8 km / 198.09 miles away
- Rochester Airportfrom $74.29 per day405.1 km / 251.72 miles away
- Plattsburgh International Airportfrom $113.66 per day440.8 km / 273.9 miles away
- Buffalo Niagara Airportfrom $75.89 per day462.8 km / 287.57 miles away
- Niagara Falls Airportfrom $77.06 per day487.2 km / 302.73 miles away
Map of top car rental locations
A
SIXT
20 Morris Street
B
Avis
Greenwich Village, 68 E 11th St,
(btwn University Pl & Broadway), New York City, NY, 10003, United States
C
Dollar
263 W 52nd St, New York, NY 10019, USA
D
Budget
304 W 49th St,
(between 8th & 9th Ave), New York City, NY, 10019, United States
When to book in New York (Downtown) and for how long?
When are car rental prices the lowest in New York (Downtown)?
The cost of renting a car in New York (Downtown) varies by season. The table and graph below can help you find the best time of year to save on a rental car.
Saver's insights
| Cheapest monthSeptember | Most expensive month July | ||
| Average price $65 | A good deal $84 | Cheapest supplier Avis | Cheapest car type Medium cars |
Average rental costs per day in New York (Downtown)
$123
$61
$0
$65
in January
Jan
$51
in February
Feb
$63
in March
Mar
$100
in April
Apr
$85
in May
May
$77
in June
Jun
$112
in July
Jul
$105
in August
Aug
$51
in September
Sep
$59
in October
Oct
$66
in November
Nov
$75
in December
Dec
The cheapest month of the year to rent a car in New York (Downtown) is September — when rental costs average $50.51 per day. This is 22% cheaper than the yearly average and 55% cheaper than renting a car in July (when prices average $111.66 per day).
This information can help you identify the low season. But these are only average numbers. How much your car rental will cost will depend on the type of vehicle you rent, how long you’ll rent it for, and how far ahead you book. Simply enter your dates in the form at the top of the page to see the exact prices.
What is the most popular time of year to rent a car in New York (Downtown)?
Based on how many users search for a car in New York (Downtown), travelers are most likely to rent a car in June, while they are least likely to rent in in February.
Monthly searches in New York (Downtown) by pick-up date relative to the average
2
1
0
1.1 times in January
Jan
0.4 times in February
Feb
0.8 times in March
Mar
0.9 times in April
Apr
1.5 times in May
May
1.8 times in June
Jun
0.9 times in July
Jul
0.6 times in August
Aug
1.2 times in September
Sep
1.1 times in October
Oct
0.8 times in November
Nov
Same as average in December
Dec
For how long do renters keep their vehicles in New York (Downtown)?
How long travelers keep their rental cars varies by the time of year: in June the average rental period is 8 days, while in April, the average rental period is only 3 days.
Average number of rental days in New York (Downtown)
9
4
0
5 days in January
Jan
5 days in February
Feb
5 days in March
Mar
3 days in April
Apr
5 days in May
May
8 days in June
Jun
6 days in July
Jul
4 days in August
Aug
7 days in September
Sep
6 days in October
Oct
3 days in November
Nov
4 days in December
Dec
Car rental information
| 🔥 Popular suppliers | Budget, SIXT, Avis, Dollar, Hertz |
| 🚗 Popular car types | SUVs, large cars, vans, medium cars |
| 🤑 Lowest price | $63 per day |
| 👛 Cheapest supplier | Avis |
Most popular car models of rental suppliers
| Rental Supplier | Model | Doors | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Budget | Toyota RAV4 | 4 | SUV |
| Budget | Jeep Grand Cherokee | 5 | SUV |
| Avis | Toyota RAV4 | 4 | SUV |
| Budget | Toyota Corolla | 4 | Large car |
| Budget | Toyota Camry | 4 | Large car |
| Budget | Chrysler Pacifica | 4 | Van |
| Avis | Toyota Camry | 4 | Large car |
| Dollar | Honda CR-V | 5 | SUV |
| SIXT | Intermediate (TOYOTA RAV4) | 4 | SUV |
| Budget | Kia Soul | 4 | Medium car |
Frequently Asked Questions (updated: Oct 23, 2026)
Prices are lowest during September, starting at $51 for an Economy car and highest in July, when economy cars start at $112. Booking early for peak dates can save significantly. The most popular month in New York (Downtown) is June, while the least popular month is February.
New York (Downtown) hosts: SIXT, Avis, Dollar, Budget. Rental cars tend to sell out in the summer months, so booking early is recommended.
Picking up a rental car at New York International Airport Kennedy (JFK) is typically 13.47% more expensive than in New York (Downtown) due to airport surcharges. Offices downtown may have lower base rates. Compare both options when booking, keeping in mind the transport cost of reaching the downtown location.
Car rental statistics
Highest-rated company
SIXT (rated 8.3 / 10)
Lowest-rated company
Budget (rated 7.6 / 10)
Total rental companies
4
Average daily price
$84
Lowest daily price
$63
Total cars available
22
Top 4 suppliers in New York (Downtown) in 2026
SIXT
8.3
Good
19 ratings
Value for money
8.4
Ease of finding
8.8
Agent helpfulness
8.3
Pick-up speed
7.2
Drop-off speed
8.5
Car cleanliness
8.6
Car condition
8.6
$109–$165
per day
20 Morris Street
+18887498227
Show working hours
Mon
07:30-18:00
Tue
07:30-18:00
Wed
07:30-18:00
Thu
07:30-18:00
Fri
07:30-18:00
Sat
07:30-13:00
Sun
07:30-13:00
Avis
8.3
Good
5 ratings
Value for money
8.0
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
8.3
Pick-up speed
8.3
Drop-off speed
8.5
Car cleanliness
8.4
Car condition
8.3
$63–$97
per day
Greenwich Village, 68 E 11th St,
(btwn University Pl & Broadway), New York City, NY, 10003, United States
+12125938397
Show working hours
Mon
06:30-23:00
Tue
06:30-23:00
Wed
06:30-23:00
Thu
06:30-23:00
Fri
06:30-23:00
Sat
06:30-23:00
Sun
06:30-23:00
Dollar
7.9
Average
Value for money
7.6
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
7.2
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
8.2
Car condition
8.2
263 W 52nd St, New York, NY 10019, USA
+12125865452
Show working hours
Mon
07:00-22:00
Tue
07:00-22:00
Wed
07:00-22:00
Thu
07:00-22:00
Fri
07:00-22:00
Sat
07:00-22:00
Sun
07:00-22:00
Budget
7.6
Average
13 ratings
Value for money
7.3
Ease of finding
8.8
Agent helpfulness
6.9
Pick-up speed
5.9
Drop-off speed
9.1
Car cleanliness
7.4
Car condition
7.7
$64–$97
per day
304 W 49th St,
(between 8th & 9th Ave), New York City, NY, 10019, United States
+12123974375
Show working hours
Mon
07:00-23:00
Tue
07:00-23:00
Wed
07:00-23:00
Thu
07:00-23:00
Fri
07:00-23:00
Sat
07:00-15:00
Sun
07:00-23:00
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FT 1000: Europe's Fastest Growing Companies - Top 300 Companies 2025
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Travel & Hospitality Awards 2021
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