New Jersey car rentals

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Cheap car hire in New Jersey

These are the best prices for 13-20 Jun.
Chevrolet Spark car
Chevrolet Spark
or similar Small
2
2
4-5
33 €/day
Kia Soul car
Kia Soul
or similar Small
4
2
4-5
32 €/day
Toyota Corolla car
Toyota Corolla
or similar Medium
5
3
2/4
34 €/day
Volkswagen Jetta car
Volkswagen Jetta
or similar Medium
5
3
2/4
36 €/day
Nissan Altima car
Nissan Altima
or similar Large
5
2
4-5
40 €/day
Chrysler Pacifica car
Chrysler Pacifica
or similar Van
5
5
4-5
61 €/day
Nissan Pathfinder car
Nissan Pathfinder
or similar SUV
5
2
4-5
55 €/day
RAM Pickup car
RAM Pickup
or similar Pickup truck
5
3
2/4
39 €/day
BMW X5 car
BMW X5
or similar SUV
5
5
4-5
66 €/day
Chevrolet Trax car
Chevrolet Trax
or similar SUV
4
2
4-5
39 €/day
Class Intermediate SUV car
Class Intermediate SUV
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
40 €/day
Chevrolet Equinox car
Chevrolet Equinox
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
51 €/day
Jeep Wrangler Unlimited car
Jeep Wrangler Unlimited
or similar SUV
5
2
2/4
67 €/day
BMW X7 car
BMW X7
or similar SUV
5
5
4-5
101 €/day
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KAYAK’s insights & trends for New Jersey car hire

Check out the latest trends and booking tips to hire a car in New Jersey with confidence.

How far in advance should you book car hire in New Jersey?

You should book your car hire in New Jersey around 7 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in New Jersey?

In the past 72 hours, the cheapest hire cars were found at Dollar (30,65 €/day), Budget (37,49 €/day), and Avis (44,77 €/day).

What is the most popular rental car in New Jersey?

Hires in the SUV category (Class Intermediate SUV or similar) are the most popular option in New Jersey, costing 61 €/day on average. Some users have found deals as low as 38 €/day.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in New Jersey?

The cheapest month to hire a car in New Jersey is January at an average cost of 41 €/day. July is the most expensive month to hire a car in New Jersey when prices are 72 €/day on average, which tends to be 10% above the yearly average hire price for New Jersey.

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

Avis and Payless each operate 4 locations in New Jersey, more than any other car hire company.

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Most popular agency

Most popular car type

Average price

Good deal

Alamo
Medium
55 €/day
48 €/day

Top tips for hiring a car in New Jersey

  • To hire a vehicle in New Jersey, you need to present a valid driver's licence, a passport, a credit or debit card and proof of Insurance. The driving licence should bear the hirer’s name and photograph. Foreigners may be required to present an International Driving Permit if their native driving licence is not in English. Please keep in mind that while car hire is available all year round, the holiday season can cause higher demand and additional fees may apply if it gets too busy at one time or another.
  • Ensure you’re up to date with the latest traffic laws and regulations in New Jersey, to keep yourself and other road users safe. For instance, if you are on a street or highway with several lanes, remain in the right lane unless overtaking. Also, beware of various speed limits; in general, the city’s speed limit is 25 mph (40 km/h), whereas the suburban speed limit is generally 35 mph (56 km/h). It’s usually 75 mph (120 km/h) on highways. Given that speed limits may change depending on your current location, be on the lookout for posted signage. In NJ, pedestrians always have the right of way.
  • All vehicle occupants must wear a seatbelt when the car is in motion, even at the traffic lights. Children under eight years must be properly restrained in a child seat at all times. Driving a vehicle with a blood alcohol content of 0.08% and above is prohibited in New Jersey.
  • 25% of our users found a car hire in New Jersey for 48 € or less
  • Medium rental cars in New Jersey are around 45% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about hiring a car in New Jersey

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in New Jersey?

    On average a rental car in New Jersey costs 55 € per day.

  • How can I find car hires near me in New Jersey?

    Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.

  • Where should I hire a car in New Jersey?

    Based on car searches on KAYAK, the most popular cities to hire a car in New Jersey are Newark (94% of total searches of users looking to hire a car in New Jersey), Atlantic City (4%) and Cherry Hill (2%).

  • How much does it cost to rent a car for a week in New Jersey?

    On average a rental car in New Jersey costs 383 € per week (55 € per day).

  • How much does it cost to rent a car long term for a month in New Jersey?

    On average a rental car in New Jersey costs 1.640 € per month (55 € per day).

  • Should I hire a car in New Jersey?

    New Jersey is a lovely place to visit, full of history and natural beauty. Hiring a car in New Jersey is a great way to get around, especially if you plan on making the most of your limited time. You’ll definitely enjoy a road trip in New Jersey, given the smooth roads and wide range of attractions, including rolling hills and stunning views at every turn. Even with New Jersey’s vibrant public transportation, hiring your own vehicle is an economical option to exhaustively travel to various attractions, including those in remote areas. If you like admiring unique architecture and exploring old towns, then there’s likely no better place to enjoy a road trip in North America.

  • What is driving like in New Jersey?

    New Jersey is a great place to drive, with its long and scenic highways. The road network is very well connected, with excellent roads to most destinations. The New Jersey Department of Transportation continues to work on improving and expanding the state’s highway system, which results in very good driving conditions all year around. In fact, New Jersey was ranked by Forbes as one of the top states with the best road systems and highway networks in the country. There are many excellent highways, including the New Jersey Turnpike, which goes from Florida to Maine. It also has an extensive network of expressways and one of the world’s longest interstate highways: the Garden State Parkway (Route 22). And there are several other scenic turnpikes and long toll roads that are not part of the Turnpike system. Keep an eye out for some of the major roads that connect various regions, leading to some of the biggest cities in the state. For instance, Middlesex and Somerset counties are traversed by Interstate 287, which runs across New Jersey's northern region.

  • How old do you have to be to hire a car in New Jersey?

    Most car hire companies in New Jersey require their clients to be a minimum of 21 years old. However, drivers under 25 years old may still be required to pay an underage driver’s fee and be limited to hiring certain types of vehicles.

Car rental directory

  • enterprise

    Enterprise Rent-A-Car car hire locations in New Jersey

    48 Locations

  • hertz

    Hertz car hire locations in New Jersey

    34 Locations

  • budget

    Budget car hire locations in New Jersey

    33 Locations

  • avis

    Avis car hire locations in New Jersey

    32 Locations

  • thrifty

    Thrifty car hire locations in New Jersey

    15 Locations

  • dollar

    Dollar car hire locations in New Jersey

    13 Locations

  • rentawreck

    Rent-A-Wreck car hire locations in New Jersey

    9 Locations

  • payless

    Payless car hire locations in New Jersey

    5 Locations

  • priceless

    Priceless car hire locations in New Jersey

    4 Locations

  • sixtrentacar

    Sixt car hire locations in New Jersey

    4 Locations

  • ace

    Ace car hire locations in New Jersey

    3 Locations

  • routescartrk

    Routes Car & Truck Rentals car hire locations in New Jersey

    3 Locations

Car rental locations in New Jersey

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