Car rental in Manhattan (New York)
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Cheap car rentals in Manhattan (New York)
| Economy | $45/day |
| Compact | $45/day |
| Intermediate | $48/day |
| Standard | $55/day |
| Full-size | $62/day |
| Minivan | $97/day |
| Full-size SUV | $132/day |
| Premium | $69/day |
| Luxury | $74/day |
| Supplier choice | $57/day |
| Intermediate SUV | $68/day |
Manhattan (New York) car rental reviews and directory
Budget
6.4
Okay
189 reviewsCleanliness
7.1
Comfort
7.2
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.2
Value for money
6.5
2 locations in Manhattan
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8.0 Very good
Oct 2023
10.0 Wonderful
Oct 2023
10.0 Wonderful
Sep 2022
2.0 Poor
Sep 2022
2.0 Poor
Aug 2022
2.0 Poor
Mar 2021
Pros:
YesCons:
I ordered a compact car and was given an SUV. Budget likely regards this as an upgrade. I do not. I was over charged for refueling.Dollar
5.9
Fair
218 reviewsCleanliness
6.7
Comfort
6.5
Pick-up/Drop-off
5.7
Value for money
5.8
One location in Manhattan
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10.0 Wonderful
May 2021
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ExcellentCons:
-2.0 Poor
May 2021
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It took over two hours to pick up the car2.0 Poor
May 2021
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No car available when we went to pick up. Had to wait three hours for a car to become available. Also no phone numbers for the actual location available online either.10.0 Wonderful
May 2021
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everything went smoothly. all staff were great.Cons:
all was good4.0 Mediocre
May 2021
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The wait time was more than one hour resulting in me missing my appointment. This cost me economically. There was no warning or advice to get there hours ahead because cars were being washed and would not be ready for hours2.0 Poor
May 2021
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Waited for more than 3. Hours till I picked my carAlamo
8.4
Very good
71 reviewsCleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.5
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.4
Value for money
8.2
One location in Manhattan
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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
Nov 2020
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Quick pickup, friendly counter person, clean car. A+Cons:
All was great!10.0 Wonderful
Jul 2020
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Everything was great! The staff, the car, everything!10.0 Wonderful
Jun 2020
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The car was brand new and amazing to driveCons:
Having better communication and signage at the drop off service since I had to get out of the car and figure out who was in charge of confirming the return6.0 Okay
Jun 2020
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The staff was great, but the situation was bad. We had to wait 2 hours for our car.10.0 Wonderful
May 2020
Cons:
Clearer sign for rental car drop off.Silvercar
10.0
Wonderful
5 reviewsCleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
10.0
Value for money
10.0
One location in Manhattan
National
8.4
Very good
15 reviewsCleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.4
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.4
Value for money
8.0
One location in Manhattan
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9.6 Wonderful
Jun 2020
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Staff was very helpful and friendly9.6 Wonderful
Sep 2019
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Staff was excellent! Attentive, friendly, and helpful. Great service!4.0 Mediocre
Apr 2019
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Paid more than expected10.0 Wonderful
Jan 2019
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Best value for my money. The Dodge Grand Caravan is a GREAT vehicle.Cons:
NA2.0 Poor
Sep 2018
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Car was not available for rent. Huge waste of time.10.0 Wonderful
Aug 2018
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Dodge Grand Caravan was clean, drove well and pick up and drop off were both extremely convenient. Price was good too. Many thanksKyte
10.0
Wonderful
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Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
10.0
Value for money
6.0
One location in Manhattan
Empire Rent A Car
6.4
Okay
No reviews available
One location in Manhattan
Sunnycars
No score available yet
2 locations in Manhattan
Action
No score available yet
One location in Manhattan
Prestige Car Rental
No score available yet
One location in Manhattan
Car rental locations in or near Manhattan (New York)
When to book a rental car in Manhattan, New York
Top tips for renting a car in Manhattan, New York
- 25% of our users found rental cars in Manhattan for $85 or less.
- Book your rental car in Manhattan at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price.
- Economy rental cars in Manhattan are around 30% cheaper than other car types, on average.
- January is typically the cheapest month to rent a car in Manhattan, with prices around $56/day. August, in contrast, is often the most costly month, with an average of $120/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 Tribeca, where daily prices are around $65/day, or Battery Park City (average of $77/day).
FAQs about renting a car in Manhattan (New York)
How much does it cost to rent a car in Manhattan?
On average a rental car in Manhattan costs $127 per day.
Are car rentals cheaper in other New York neighborhoods?
Yes. Based on our information, DRIVETRISTATE in Tribeca is the cheapest car rental location in New York. It is located at 133 west Broadway.
What is the cheapest car rental company in Manhattan?
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental car price ($46/day) in Manhattan was found at DOLLAR, 263 West 52nd Street.
What is the best rental car company in Manhattan?
Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car rental company in Manhattan is DOLLAR (5.9, 112 reviews).
How can I find car rentals near me in Manhattan?
Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.
What is the most popular rental car type in Manhattan?
SUV is the most frequently booked rental car type in Manhattan.
How much does a SUV car rental cost in Manhattan?
A SUV car rental in Manhattan costs $137 per day, on average.
How much does it cost to rent a car for a week in Manhattan?
On average a rental car in Manhattan costs $890 per week ($127 per day).
How much does it cost to rent a car long term for a month in Manhattan?
On average a rental car in Manhattan costs $3,815 per month ($127 per day).
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