New York City, the USA’s largest metropolis, is full of wonder and discovery, and you can see the most with a SIXT rental car. You’ll feel like a local when you choose from top brands like BMW and Audi for your rental car in New York City.
Choose from our most convenient NYC locations including La Guardia Airport or JFK Airport, and admire the skyline, history, and activities packed into the Big Apple, from Central Park to Yankee Stadium to Coney Island and beyond.
New York State has a wealth of places to explore and you can make that even easier with a rental car near you. Whether you want to rent a spacious SUV to indulge in some shopping on Fifth Avenue or a convertible for a sunny weekend in the Hamptons, we’ve got you covered at SIXT. Our rental fleet boasts a range of optional add-ons including child car seats, GPS Navigation, and SIXT Connect Wi-Fi, so whatever you need for your trip, you can rest assured your New York rental car will have it.
New York City traffic can be intense, as the city hosts many river crossings. Plan your drives at strategic times for the most enjoyable experience.
With a diverse range of bookable add-ons, you can tailor your rental car experience to your needs and itinerary. For example, if you’re planning a long road trip to Niagara Falls (a 6-hour drive from New York City) you can add an additional driver to your rental car. Heading to NY in winter? You can add winter tires or snow chains to your vehicle to stay as safe as possible and make driving easier in the New York snow.
New York City’s got it all, from fine art to sports to outdoor recreation, and visitors can always find something to do. Yet the greater New York metro region boasts even more options when you have a rental car in New York City.
From Hudson Valley to Long Island, there are plenty of things to do in New York. Outdoor enthusiasts can explore Saratoga Springs and Watkins Glen State Park. If you prefer indoor activities you should visit The Metropolitan Museum of Art, The Morgan Library & Museum, or the American Museum of Natural History. With a range of rental car centers across New York, including JFK Airport and LGA Airport, no matter where you plan on ending up in the state - you can drop your SIXT rental car with ease. Worried about parking in New York? Check out our guide to help you.
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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.
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.
Have your plans changed? Don't worry! Select our flexible option when booking and change or cancel your reservation free of charge.
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.
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.