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Brooklyn car rental information
| Pick-up location | Brooklyn |
|---|---|
| Car types | Compact, Economy, Full-size, Full-size SUV, Intermediate, Intermediate SUV, Minivan, Premium SUV, Standard, Standard SUV, Supplier choice |
| Rental locations | 55 |
| Airport locations | 1 |
| Popular agencies | Turo, Ace, Hertz |
Cheap car rentals in Brooklyn
| Economy | $30/day |
| Compact | $30/day |
| Intermediate | $28/day |
| Standard | $24/day |
| Full-size | $35/day |
| Minivan | $39/day |
| Full-size SUV | $42/day |
| Premium SUV | $40/day |
| Supplier choice | $27/day |
| Standard SUV | $33/day |
| Intermediate SUV | $34/day |
Top tips for renting a car in Brooklyn
- Getting around Brooklyn is easy once you know its grid layout. Streets are from east to west, and avenues run from north to south. Avenues are numbered from one to 28, while the streets are from one to 101. For instance, the street grid begins south of Garfield Place in Park Slope as 1st street. It ends north of Shore Road in Bay Ridge as 101st street. However, like in every borough in New York, some streets don’t conform to this layout. Choose a GPS for cheap car rentals in Brooklyn and swiftly find your way around.
- Adhere to Brooklyn’s driving laws to escape fines and charges. Yield to pedestrians or cyclists on Brooklyn roads to prevent accidents. Brooklyn is a big Tow Away Zone so avoid parking illegally and ensure your rental is up to date with inspection stickers and registration. Failure to meet this leads to the towing of your vehicle. Children below six years should be in the rear seat and secured to a booster seat. Other occupants should also have seatbelts strapped on when the vehicle is moving. Avoid stopping cheap car rentals in Brooklyn at intersections if you cannot clear it before the traffic light turns red. Always leave enough space between your vehicle and the one in front of you at the intersection.
- Brooklyn and nearby cities offer gorgeous and peaceful locations for scenic drives that you can conveniently explore with Brooklyn car rentals. The Brooklyn Heights Promenade offers the most breathtaking scenic drives in Brooklyn. It is accessible with a rental car, taking less than an hour drive. Take about a 3-hour drive to Tivoli to enjoy the enchanting views of the Hudson River and its tranquillity. The drive to Fire Island in Long Island is just under an hour from Brooklyn. It has beautiful dunes and beaches. Alternatively, take a longer 6-hour drive to Lake Placid. Rent an all-wheel drive if heading to Lake Placid, as this vehicle will enable you to tackle the nation’s largest trail system in the Adirondack Mountains.
- Looking to pick up a rental car for your time in Brooklyn? If you are landing at JFK International Airport, the rental car counters are on the Arrivals level in each terminal. At LaGuardia Airport, shuttles are available in front of Terminal A to take passengers to the rental car center. As for Newark Airport, travelers will find rental car counters at Stations P2 and P3 on the AirTrain.
- Nothing screams New York like rush hour. And while Brooklyn may not experience as severe of traffic as Manhattan, it still retains a spot on the list of worst rush hours. In general, morning rush hour goes from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m., while the evening rush hour picks up around 4:00 p.m. and lasts till 7:00 p.m. Drivers should note that the roads neighboring the Brooklyn Bridge are, in particular, some of the worst areas affected by rush hour traffic.
- Brooklyn is one of the most populated areas in New York and it is especially popular for younger demographics. As a consequence of this, biking is a very prominent mode of transportation in the borough. Drivers should make sure that they keep their eyes open for any bikers on the road, particularly when parking and opening their doors.
- Love to visit obscure and off-the-beaten-path spots and locales? The best way to get to spots like that in Brooklyn is undoubtedly with a car. For instance, Red Hook, Canarsie Park, and Manhattan Beach are just some of the areas in Brooklyn that are easily reached by car but can be a laborious process to get to otherwise.
- 25% of our users found rental cars in Brooklyn for $55 or less
- Book your rental car in Brooklyn at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Compact rental cars in Brooklyn are around 29% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about renting a car in Brooklyn
What type of car is recommended for driving in Brooklyn?
Compact cars are the best choice for most vacationers visiting Brooklyn, particularly if you plan on exploring the roads yourself. One-way streets and narrow alleys are typical in Brooklyn and are difficult to navigate in a large vehicle. Streetside parking is also very difficult to find in the most popular parts of Brooklyn, so it pays to have a smaller vehicle that can fit in any spot available.
What’s the speed limit in Brooklyn?
For the most part, the speed limit in Brooklyn is 25 mph, as that is the baseline speed limit in all of NYC unless signage says otherwise. However, drivers will see the occasional speed limits of 35, 45, and 50 mph depending on the size of the road. In the densest areas, the speed limit will occasionally be 20 mph.
Where are the best places to park in Brooklyn?
Parking in Brooklyn, while not as expensive as it is in neighboring Manhattan, can cost a pretty penny and at times can be difficult to find. In general, it pays to stick to garage parking, as that is the most readily available option in Brooklyn. Streetside parallel parking is also available, but at variable rates, and it is largely dependent on the popularity of the immediate area. On a positive note, though, streetside parking is almost always free for everybody unless specific signage says otherwise or meters are present.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Brooklyn?
On average a rental car in Brooklyn costs $74 per day. But prices differ between operators and you can save money through a price comparison of car rental deals from different agencies. The cheapest price for a car rental in Brooklyn found in the last 2 weeks is $35.
What is the best rental car company in Brooklyn?
Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car rental companies in Brooklyn are Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.1, 76 reviews), Budget (6.5, 77 reviews), and Avis (6.5, 63 reviews).
How much is gas price in Brooklyn?
The average gas price in Brooklyn is $4.12 per gallon over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between $49 and $66, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular rental car in Brooklyn?
Compact (Kia Niro or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Brooklyn.
Which car rental companies will pick you up at John F Kennedy Intl airport (JFK)?
Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from John F Kennedy Intl airport to off-airport locations include Advantage, Hertz, Budget, Dollar, Alamo, Avis, Thrifty, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Payless, and National.
How can I find car rentals near me in Brooklyn?
Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.
How much does a Compact car rental cost in Brooklyn?
A Compact car rental in Brooklyn costs $71 per day, on average.
How much does an Intermediate car rental cost in Brooklyn?
An Intermediate car rental in Brooklyn costs $83 per day, on average.
How much does a Mini car rental cost in Brooklyn?
A Mini car rental in Brooklyn costs $128 per day, on average.
How much does it cost to rent a car for a week in Brooklyn?
On average a rental car in Brooklyn costs $520 per week ($74 per day).
How much does it cost to rent a car long term for a month in Brooklyn?
On average a rental car in Brooklyn costs $2,229 per month ($74 per day).
Should I get insurance when renting a car in Brooklyn?
Most car rental providers in Brooklyn offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car rental in Brooklyn, check out KAYAK's car rental insurance guide.
How many car agencies are operating in Brooklyn?
KAYAK has deals for you to compare from 20 car rental agencies in Brooklyn.
Which car rental companies in Brooklyn have updated their vehicle cleaning and safety policies because of Coronavirus (COVID-19)?
Some car rental companies in Brooklyn which have updated their car rental health and safety policies due to COVID-19 to make sure vehicles are clean and disinfected include Hertz, Budget and Dollar
What do I need to know before booking a car rental in Brooklyn?
Finding the right price, understanding the add-ons and staying up to date with policy changes can be a challenge. That’s why KAYAK has produced the ultimate guide to renting a car to help you cut though the jargon and make the right choice for your rental car. Find tips and insights for how to book your rental, what car rental insurance you’ll need, how to deal with a car rental agency and what extra fees to expect (and avoid!).
Why should I use KAYAK to rent a car in Brooklyn?
KAYAK searches thousands of car rental agencies to provide you with offers from all car rental agencies operating in Brooklyn so that you can compare car rental rates, reviews and pick-up and drop-off locations to find the best deal for you.
Are there toll roads in Brooklyn?
Yes, anyone driving cheap car rentals in Brooklyn will pay tolls on tolled roads, tunnels, and bridges within the city and New York State at large. Hugh L Carey Tunnel and Marine Parkway Bridge are the main tolled roads in the city. E-Z Pass payments are acceptable for all Brooklyn tolls, while cash is acceptable on some roads.
Can I rent a car in downtown Brooklyn?
Yes, downtown Brooklyn has several rental providers. Avis is on Adams Street, Silvercar is on Clermont Avenue, while Budget and Enterprise are on State Street. Downtown Brooklyn rental selections include all-wheel drives, compact vehicles, sedans, and much more.
Brooklyn car rental reviews and directory
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
8.1
Very good
112 reviewsCleanliness
8.1
Comfort
8.2
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.3
Value for money
7.6
12 locations in Brooklyn
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10.0 Wonderful
Nov 2020
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Staff was really friendly and helpful8.0 Very good
Sep 2020
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Location was easy to get to in Brooklyn and the weekly rates were very affordable.Cons:
The type of car I reserved was unavailable and I had to wait for a different (and larger car) to be ready. It would be nice if they had more inventory of smaller vehicles.9.2 Wonderful
Aug 2020
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The car could have been cleaner. :/10.0 Wonderful
Jun 2020
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The staff was fast, efficient and very friendly. The entire pickup took 5 minutes and drop off took 3 minutes. They were great.Cons:
It would have been nice if there was an after hours drop off possibility since the site closes at 5pm but I understand that’s difficult at this time. In the end we made it back 5 minutes before 5pm, thankfully.10.0 Wonderful
Jun 2020
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Great staff and manager. Quick pick up and drop off procedure.10.0 Wonderful
Jun 2020
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Staff were very friendly at both locations, and efficient.Cons:
I had a Chevy Equinox, drove it entirely normally (no speeding), but an hour into my journey I received a message that said 'engine power reduced' with no explanation. That's a car manufacturer issue, not Enterprise's, but it only had 3,000 miles on it, so it was alarming.Avis
6.5
Okay
121 reviewsCleanliness
7.3
Comfort
6.9
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.6
Value for money
6.1
2 locations in Brooklyn
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4.0 Mediocre
Apr 2021
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The car smelled strongly of cigarette smoke. I was in a hurry, and the attendant walked away after giving me the keys, so I didn't have time to find someone to see if I could exchange the car. However, the smell was so strong we had to drive with the windows down the entire 4 hour trip.10.0 Wonderful
Mar 2021
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Jeremy was fantastic. He retrieved my car and helped orient me to it. Very friendly and professional.6.8 Okay
Nov 2020
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customer rep was very politeCons:
they had to give me a malfunctioning car4.0 Mediocre
Oct 2020
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The attendant who showed people to their cars was not very friendly.Cons:
A positive and friendly attitude from the parking lot attendant would have been nice.10.0 Wonderful
Oct 2020
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Clean, safe, no wait time5.6 Fair
Sep 2020
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The price has suddenly doubled, days after the rental, with no explanation whatsoeverBudget
6.5
Okay
133 reviewsCleanliness
7.1
Comfort
7.2
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.4
Value for money
6.5
One location in Brooklyn
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2.0 Poor
Oct 2022
2.0 Poor
Sep 2022
2.0 Poor
Sep 2022
2.0 Poor
Apr 2021
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They charged me the wrong price (over $600 more). They told me they'd fix this but still have not. The display was broken (kept restarting), including the backup camera, which is a safety issue. And then the battery died. They couldn't get a towing truck there for 4 hours. And refused to book me a Lyft to the airport. I had to pay out of pocket, and we'll see if they refund me that price, or if I have to do it through my credit card company. Literally went wrong every step of the way, and they handled it terribly every step of the way.Cons:
Everything4.0 Mediocre
Apr 2021
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Eventually I got a car. It ran fine.Cons:
Counter staff tried to up-sell me on everything. Initially, he told me that there were no cars like what I reserved. (I reserved a compact) tried to get me to take a pickup truck or sports car for significantly more money. told me that the extra insurance I purchased wasn't worth anything and that I should buy their extra insurance on top of that. He finally "found" a car (larger than the one I wanted) and told me the wrong floor of the garage to go and get it. This all added 20-30 minutes to the pickup process. Inspecting the car was difficult because the garage was too dark to see anything. After leaving, I noticed a dent on the roof, dirty seats, and a slight smell like someone had been smoking in the car but then it was covered up with an air freshener. Also, their tolls policy is written strangely, possibly to convince you to opt into their overpriced unlimited tolls service.10.0 Wonderful
Feb 2021
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Staff very helpful.Cons:
Not many people working, so line moved slowly. But it's a pandemic. That was probably just a safety precaution, which is appreciated.Hertz
5.9
Fair
263 reviewsCleanliness
6.6
Comfort
6.7
Pick-up/Drop-off
5.4
Value for money
6.1
6 locations in Brooklyn
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2.0 Poor
Oct 2022
2.0 Poor
Oct 2022
2.0 Poor
Jun 2022
10.0 Wonderful
Dec 2021
10.0 Wonderful
Dec 2021
6.0 Okay
Nov 2021
National
8.7
Very good
36 reviewsCleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.2
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.8
Value for money
8.7
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10.0 Wonderful
Dec 2020
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The price10.0 Wonderful
Sep 2020
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All good8.8 Very good
Aug 2020
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Staff was friendly. Drop-off was very easy!Cons:
There was a long wait for pickup. I was not clear about the EZ-Pass, and still unsure how to pay the tolls.10.0 Wonderful
Jul 2020
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Very easy check out and check in7.6 Good
Jul 2020
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The staff was very nice and got me a car that was clean and comfortable. They explained what was included and what was additional with patience and clarity. They were also very friendly.Cons:
The car's oil change indicator was triggered when I picked up the car. The car's tank was also only filled halfway upon pickup. I expected the tank to be full when I picked up the car, so that was very disappointing.9.2 Wonderful
Jul 2020
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The staff in BK was incredible, the car was excellent (and larger than what I thought I paid for, which was really helpful)Cons:
When I arrived there was an issue with the scanner; my name didn't pop up when I returned the car, and as a result I had to wait around while they figured it out, but no one ever explained the issue to me.Ace
6.9
Okay
34 reviewsCleanliness
7.7
Comfort
7.5
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.0
Value for money
7.2
3 locations in Brooklyn
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10.0 Wonderful
Sep 2023
10.0 Wonderful
Jul 2023
10.0 Wonderful
Jun 2023
10.0 Wonderful
May 2023
10.0 Wonderful
May 2023
10.0 Wonderful
Apr 2023
Thrifty
6.6
Okay
13 reviewsCleanliness
6.7
Comfort
6.9
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.6
Value for money
6.4
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8.0 Very good
Oct 2020
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The car was easy to operate. The car had adequate leg room.Cons:
I have no complaints. The experience was very good.9.6 Wonderful
Aug 2020
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Pick-up and drop-off was super easy. They cleaned the car in front of me when I came to pick it up!Cons:
A little expensive for only have the car for two days.2.0 Poor
Jul 2020
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N/ACons:
I went to pick up my car that I booked a week in advance and upon arrival, Thrifty said there were no cars left and she was already closed. It was beyond rude and I will never rent with Thrifty again.5.2 Fair
Jun 2020
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The E-ZPass in the car didn’t work after I was told repeatedly that it would be available and I had to stop and pay tolls in cash. The car was also not very clean and only came with a half tank of gas which was inconvenient.3.6 Poor
Jun 2020
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I liked that it was an SUV with ez passCons:
Everything else, the car was filled with sand, it was given to me on little to no gas, I was unaware of the 30 min grace period on my reservation Causing me to rush to get the rental or lose my reservation, the location does not have any indication that it’s a thrifty location added with having hertz employees and signs.2.0 Poor
Jun 2020
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The key remote to the car was Given to us low on battery so we had to manually do a lot because the key barely worked. The car wasn’t washed in or out which is pretty scary considering the pandemic. The car was given to us with less than even a quarter tank.Cons:
Better cars with working equipment, cleaner cars especially during a pandemic, and gas up the cars before handing over.Silvercar
6.0
Okay
6 reviewsCleanliness
6.0
Comfort
6.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.0
Value for money
6.0
2 locations in Brooklyn
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9.2 Wonderful
Apr 2017
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This was a beautiful car, the customer service was great and everything was accommodating. My only complaint was that the price is high. I suppose it is competitive but it is a lot of money. If they lowered the price, I would be more likely to rent frequently.Kyte
10.0
Wonderful
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One location in Brooklyn
Empire Rent A Car
6.4
Okay
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One location in Brooklyn
Dollar
6.2
Okay
No reviews available
3 locations in Brooklyn
EZ Rental
2.0
Poor
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4 locations in Brooklyn
One location in Brooklyn
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178 Nostrand Ave, Brooklyn, Ny
+1 718 387 6666
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7 locations in Brooklyn
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1204 Coney Island Ave
347-226-6932
1941 Utica Ave
347-226-6930
2686 Nostrand Ave
347-226-6940
3475 Fort Hamilton Parkway
347-226-6934
610 Warren St
347-226-6931
8901 4th Ave (89th And 90th)
347-226-6937
Brooklyn Bridge Marriott 333 Adams Street
347-226-6933
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268 W Rte 59
+1 347 704 3000
3225 Coney Island
+1 718 962 0007
547 Park Avenue
+1 347 704 3000
8901 4th Avenue
+1 718 854 7600
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3221 Coney Island Ave
+1 855 550 0008
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445 Brooklyn Blvd
+1 929 207 9779
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2 Spencer St
+1 718 831 2919
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