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Cheap car rentals in Long Island

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Kia Rio car
Kia Rio
or similar Small
2
2
2/4
$34/day
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Ford Focus car
Ford Focus
or similar Small
4
2
2/4
$35/day
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Toyota Corolla car
Toyota Corolla
or similar Medium
5
3
2/4
$36/day
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Subaru Legacy car
Subaru Legacy
or similar Medium
5
3
4-5
$33/day
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Volkswagen Jetta car
Volkswagen Jetta
or similar Large
5
2
2/4
$35/day
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Jeep Wrangler car
Jeep Wrangler
or similar SUV
2
2
4-5
$73/day
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Chrysler Pacifica car
Chrysler Pacifica
or similar Van
5
5
4-5
$50/day
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Lexus NX car
Lexus NX
or similar SUV
5
2
4-5
$62/day
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Acura ILX car
Acura ILX
or similar Large
5
5
4-5
$51/day
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Ford Transit car
Ford Transit
or similar Van
5
6
4-5
$151/day
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Mercedes-Benz C-Class car
Mercedes-Benz C-Class
or similar Luxury
5
5
4-5
$58/day
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Fiat 500C car
Fiat 500C
or similar Convertible
2
2
2/4
$123/day
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Ford F-150 car
Ford F-150
or similar Pickup truck
5
5
2/4
$76/day
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Jaguar F-Pace car
Jaguar F-Pace
or similar SUV
5
5
4-5
$66/day
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Class Special Car car
Class Special Car
or similar Category
5
5
2/4
$34/day
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Volkswagen Taos car
Volkswagen Taos
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
$38/day
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Toyota C-HR car
Toyota C-HR
or similar SUV
4
2
4-5
$38/day
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Volkswagen Tiguan car
Volkswagen Tiguan
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
$48/day
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BMW X4 car
BMW X4
or similar SUV
5
5
4-5
$72/day
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Jeep Wrangler Unlimited car
Jeep Wrangler Unlimited
or similar SUV
5
2
2/4
$72/day
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Ford Mustang car
Ford Mustang
or similar Luxury
5
5
2-3
$152/day
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Most popular agency

Turo

Most popular car type

Standard

Average price

$76/day

Good deal

$58/day

KAYAK’s insights & trends for Long Island car rentals

Check out the latest trends and booking tips to rent a car in Long Island with confidence.

How far in advance should you book a rental car in Long Island?

You should book your rental car in Long Island around 7 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.

What is the most popular rental car in Long Island?

SUV rentals (Chevrolet Suburban or similar) are the most popular type of vehicle to rent in Long Island. SUV rentals in Long Island cost $141/day on average, though some users have found deals as low as $35/day.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Long Island?

The cheapest month to rent a car in Long Island is January at an average cost of $52/day. July is the most expensive month to rent a car in Long Island when prices are $88/day on average, which tends to be 31% above the yearly average rental price for Long Island.
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Top tips for renting a car in Long Island

  • When you are considering renting a car in Long Island, think about where you plan on spending your time during your stay. Because Long Island is over 100 miles long, you may want to choose your location carefully when you rent a car so you're not left making a long drive to get to your destination. The great thing about traveling to a place like Long Island is that you are sure to find plenty of different rental car locations to choose from. That said, most are going to be towards the western end of the island, and as you get more towards areas like Southampton and Easthampton, you will likely find fewer rental car options.
  • The state of New York has specific rules regarding children riding in vehicles. Any child that is under the age of four needs to ride in a child safety seat. All children that are eight years old or younger need to ride in some sort of child restraint system. The child restraint system in question must be suitable for the child. That means it is up to the discretion of the child's parents to decide whether a child should ride in a car seat or a booster seat. While it is not illegal for a child to ride in a seat that has an active airbag in front of it, it is recommended that drivers do not do this for the safety of the child. As a general rule, the backseat is always the safest place for children to ride in a vehicle.
  • Because Long Island is located so close to the Canadian border, you may wonder whether you can take your car into Canada. Most rental car companies will allow you to drive a rental car into Canada but it is best to let them know that you plan on doing this so that they can provide you an insurance card for driving in Canada. There are also some rental car companies that will allow you to make a one-way rental to cities inside of Canada.
  • 25% of our users found rental cars in Long Island for $58 or less
  • Standard rental cars in Long Island are around 42% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about renting a car in Long Island

  • Should I rent a car in Long Island?

    The choice on whether or not to rent a car when you are in Long Island really depends on where you plan on traveling, how many people you plan on taking, and how much stuff you will have with you. If you are a solo traveler, you most certainly can get away with not renting a car because there are plenty of public transportation options throughout Long Island. That said if you are part of a large group, such as if you were taking your family on a vacation, the most convenient way to travel is going to be in a rental car that suits the needs of your group. This is going to be especially true if you plan on partaking in some of the great outdoor activities you will find on Long Island during your stay.

  • What is driving like in Long Island?

    Driving on Long Island in the state of New York is not much different than any other state in the United States in so much that you will be driving on the right side of the road and the speeds posted will be in miles per hour. There are a couple of specific rules and regulations to consider when you drive here. As an example, you cannot pass a sanitation truck even if the truck is moving slower than you. You may not turn on red lights unless there is a sign indicating that it's OK to do so. You can only use your phone hands-free while you drive as well.

  • How old do you have to be to rent a car in Long Island?

    Rental car companies on Long Island will expect renters to be at least eighteen years old to rent a car. For those renters that are younger than twenty five years old, you may incur a surcharge on your rental. Also, for those that are younger than twenty five years old, there may be limits to the type of car you can rent. If you want to use a debit card to rent a car, you will also need to be twenty five years old to do so.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Long Island?

    On average a rental car in Long Island costs $77 per day.

  • How can I find car rentals near me in Long Island?

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

  • Where should I rent a car in Long Island?

    Based on car searches on KAYAK, the most popular cities to rent a car in Long Island are New York (89% of total searches of users looking to rent a car in Long Island), Islip (5%) and Jersey City (3%).

  • How much does it cost to rent a car for a week in Long Island?

    On average a rental car in Long Island costs $542 per week ($77 per day).

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

    On average a rental car in Long Island costs $2,323 per month ($77 per day).

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