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Car Rental in New York City, NY
Reserving your New York City car rental with SIXT provides you with numerous benefits, including our friendly and helpful customer service, as well as access to our large and diverse fleet of vehicles. To make it easy for you to pick up and return our rental, we have multiple rental stations in New York City, including at JFK International Airport and Battery Park in Manhattan. Travel in style by renting a luxury model, or make sure that you can fit your entire family and luggage with a standard SUV. A compact car is also a convenient choice as it makes parking in the busy city easy.
Rent A Car in New York City, NY
Enjoy your trip on your own schedule with a car rental in New York City. We have a large selection of vehicles to choose from depending on your preferences, including sedans, minivans, SUVs, luxury models and economy cars. It’s easy to customize your New York City car rental with add-ons like child seats, GPS and an additional driver. Many of the roads and bridges in NYC have tolls, so adding Express Toll Unlimited is a good idea. Our policies give you maximum flexibility, allowing you to rent a car in New York City for however long you like, whether it’s a weekly rental or a quick weekend.
Driving Tips for New York
Tips: Know some rules beforehand and have fun driving in NYC. Speed limits are 30-45 mph on city streets and 55-65 mph on freeways. Drivers must yield to pedestrians in both marked and unmarked crosswalks, and at 4-way stops, the first vehicle to stop has right of way.
Toll roads: There are more than 30 toll roads in the state of NY, including bridges and tunnels going in and out of NYC. Other toll roads include I-95 from the Bronx to Connecticut and I-190 between Buffalo and Niagara Falls. You can pay with E-ZPass or cash on most toll roads in NY.
Parking in NYC
There are tons of parking options in NYC, including at meters, in garages and in parking lots. You will pay between $20 and $50 per day for a parking garage in the city, and if parking at meters be mindful of rules posted on signs. Your best bet for finding parking is using an app like Spot Hero and booking in advance.
All you need to know about New York City, NY
Make your way through the top things to do in NYC and you’ll never be bored. Whether you want to walk across an iconic bridge, eat tasty food or visit one of the many museums the city has to offer, we have you covered.
Best Road Trips from NYC
Philadelphia: Just 1.5 hours south of NYC is historic Philadelphia. Visit the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall or get some culture at the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Then stop at Reading Terminal Market for a bite to eat.
Storm King Art Center: This 500-acre outdoor sculpture park is less than a 2-hour drive from NYC. It sits just outside Cornwall, NY, and is a great place to be out in nature while gazing at the large sculptures.
Bear Mountain State Park: Drive just over 1 hour and go hiking or skiing at Bear Mountain. Have a picnic or hike the oldest section of the Appalachian Trail.
Niagara Falls: Head northwest from NYC through Pennsylvania and western New York before arriving at the “8th wonder of the world”, Niagara Falls. Once there you can hop on a boat and get soaked by the mist from the awe-inspiring falls.
Boston, MA: Drive a few hours north and visit one of the oldest cities in the US where many historic events took place. Walk around Boston Harbor and catch a Red Sox game at Fenway Park if you visit during baseball season.
Winter in New York City
Winter is known for being a particularly magical time in New York City, with ice skating at Rockefeller Center being a particularly popular activity. It is also the ideal time to check out one of the city’s many interesting museums, including the Museum of Modern Art, the American Natural History Museum, and the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
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Good to know when renting in New York City
Can I rent a car if I'm under 25 in New York City?
It is possible to rent a car with SIXT in New York from the age of 21 with a valid driver’s license. An underage driver fee will apply. Some specialty and larger vehicles require drivers to be 25.
What type of car should I rent in New York City?
Parking spaces are tight in the city, so a sedan is always a good choice. Families or groups can choose from a range of SUVs.
SIXT's flexible car rental booking policy in New York City
Have your plans changed? Don't worry! Select our flexible option when booking and change or cancel your reservation free of charge.
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Beitressa M.
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Huge praise and shout-out to Deborah, Victor, Ricardo, Natty and Shana. The Sixit team were so nice, intelligent, knowledgable and considerate. It was an absolute pleasure from start to finish and at a great rate. - From a very grateful repeat customer.
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Fast, accurate and no problems at all. Cant understand the bad reviews.
They have a fair tank policy. If not complete full, bring back with the same level.
We got a huge upgrade for a few $ Just because we asked friendly.
Anthony H.
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Even when something goes wrong, they fix the problem, great customer service... I don't think I'll be renting from anywhere else... facts
Simon M.
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Perfect fast and easy service! On time and on point like you expect from a german company
Scott H.
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I always get great customer service here. Kay is the BEST!!!
Oral D.
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Fast service. Great vehicles for your money. Overall great experience from pickup to return. Battery Park location 👍🏽
Larry S.
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Rental Sales Agent Victor was very helpful. He was super friendly and made sure I understood everything I needed for my rental. He definitely made my experience at Sixt seamless and pleasant.
Ashton D.
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I give more then 5 stars car wonderful and they took they time to make sure I got more then what I needed for my travel shout out to Ms.Kay and her Team they get the job done if it ain’t Kay and her team you anit riding right 🙏🏽💙
Diego M.
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I had an amazing experience booking with Deborah from the financial district branch in NYC. Looking forward to renting from sixt again soon.
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FAQs about rentals in New York City
Which optional extras are recommended?
We offer Express Toll Unlimited, where a transponder automatically pays while going through toll areas. And there’s the option of General Toll Service where you pay the cost of tolls and a discounted service fee.
Can I rent a car without a credit card in New York City?
It is possible to rent at some SIXT stations with a debit card and 2 forms of government-issued ID. Check with the station before renting if this is how you wish to pay. Otherwise, we accept all major credit cards.
What's the minimum age to rent a car in New York City?
To rent a car with SIXT in New York City you need to be at least 18 with a valid license. Some car categories have a higher minimum rental age, and an underage driver fee may apply.
Can I modify, extend, or cancel my reservation?
At SIXT you can either pay online or when you pick up your car at New York City.
Can I choose a different drop-off location in New York City?
It is possible to rent a car one way between stations for pick-ups in New York City. A fee may apply.
What do I need to rent a car in New York City?
You need a valid driver’s license held for at least 1 year, depending on the car category. You might also need an International Driving Permit or official translation of the license.
Can I book a long-term car rental in New York City?
Easily book a long-term rental at New York City by entering trip dates and pick-up/drop-off locations.
Do I need to purchase insurance or protection packages with my rental in New York City?
A damage waiver is included with your car rental. You can add other protection products to reduce your excess.
Can I add an additional driver to my rental?
You can add additional drivers to your booking as an optional extra.
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