Car rentals in Manhattan, New York

Based on our data, the cost to rent a car in Manhattan is C$ 92 per day on average. However, you might be able to find rental car deals as low as C$ 76 per day which is a 34% difference from the highest price per day at C$ 114.

Budget (C$ 75/day) is the cheapest car rental company in Manhattan as of the past 72 hours, followed by Dollar (C$ 84/day), and Alamo (C$ 87/day). Keep in mind that these are the cheapest prices our users have seen recently. Daily rental prices are subject to change based on what neighbourhood in New York you visit and what type of car you decide to rent.

Dollar is considered the best car rental company in Manhattan based on our data - 164 reviews have given them an average customer satisfaction score of 6.1 out of 10.

SUV or similar cars are the most popular type of car to rent in Manhattan, with 33% of our users choosing this type over other options. Renting SUV cars in Manhattan costs, on average, C$ 197/day. Keep in mind that prices may fluctuate based on when you visit, what neighbourhood you stay in, and what agency you rent from.

Midtown East and NoHo are the cheapest neighbourhoods to rent a car in New York. We found that Hertz is the cheapest rental car company in Midtown East with an average cost of C$ 63/day. Hertz is the most affordable rental company in NoHo with prices averaging C$ 75/day.

Consider renting a car in Manhattan for 16 days, which is the most popular length of time people tend to spend in the neighbourhood. The average daily rental cost for 16 days is C$ 106. Weekend and 1-week-long rentals will average a total of C$ 722 and C$ 393, respectively. For your more long-term car rental needs, a 1-month-long Manhattan car rental will cost C$ 4,149 in total on average.

The best time to rent a car in Manhattan is during the month of March, when prices average C$ 72 per day. The most expensive month to rent a car is in July, during which you will frequently find prices averaging C$ 140 per day. Be sure to book your rental car around 70 days or more ahead of time for the best prices.

Prices for cars in Manhattan are updated daily.

There are 12 operators available for cars in Manhattan as of July 2025.

Age requirements for drivers vary depending on the country, including Manhattan. In several EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. Generally, to rent a car overseas, you must be at least 21 years old, and if you're under 25, you may be charged a young driver surcharge. It's recommended that you review the policy of your preferred rental company before booking.

When renting a car in Manhattan, all drivers must present a full valid driving license. An International Driving Permit is required if the driving license is written in a language different to that of the country of rental and may be necessary to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you are renting abroad, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We always recommend checking with the individual rental company you are booking with.