Car rentals in New Mexico

There is no better way to see New Mexico than by car. You can easily rent a car in New Mexico and set off on a road trip to see the state’s diverse landscape. From desert to forest, you’ll have all kinds of outdoor scenery to enjoy from your rental car. If you’re road-tripping during the summer, there are a couple of things to keep in mind. It can be really hot, and depending on where you’re headed, you may not see many gas stations, so be sure that your tank is full when you set off on your journey. Winter is fairly mild, but it can snow. If you’re traveling during the winter, make sure your rental car is equipped to handle snow or occasional ice.

Like in many other states, texting while driving in New Mexico is illegal. If you’re seen texting while driving your car rental, a police officer has the authority to pull you over and you will receive a ticket. Whether you decide on luxury or cheap rental cars, rental companies have liability insurance on their vehicles, so you will be insured in the state of New Mexico. You can purchase additional insurance if you would like more coverage. New Mexico also has a law making it illegal to drive if you're not paying full attention behind the wheel, so the best thing to do is stay focused on the road. One tip is to always set your location in your GPS system before hitting the road.

If you are a US citizen, all you need to rent a car in New Mexico is a valid driver’s license from your home state. If you’re an international visitor, you may rent a car with an international driver’s license, and in some cases, just your home country driver’s license. You may need to check with different rental companies on their policies regarding foreign driver's licenses. We recommend keeping your passport and international driver’s license with you at all times while you’re on the road.

Renting a car in New Mexico will cost, on average, $69 per day. Keep in mind that daily rental prices fluctuate based on a variety of factors. For example, momondo users recently found New Mexico car rental prices for as much as $213 per day and as little as about $27 per day.

November is the best time of year to rent a car when visiting New Mexico. During this month, you can find rental car prices for $32/day on average if you book at least 7 days ahead of your trip. If you can, try to avoid renting a car in New Mexico during the month of July, when prices average $138/day.

The most popular number of days to rent a car in New Mexico is 7 days, at an average daily price of $55. Only need a rental car for a weekend? Average weekend prices are $118 total. For your week-long New Mexico road-trip you can find prices averaging $384 altogether or for a whole month, costs can be in the region of $2,045.

Prices for cars in New Mexico are refreshed on a daily basis.

There are 95 operators available for cars in New Mexico as of December 2023.

Age requirements for drivers vary depending on the country, including New Mexico. In several EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. Generally, to rent a car overseas, you must be at least 21 years old, and if you're under 25, you may be charged a young driver surcharge. It's recommended that you review the policy of your preferred rental company before booking.

When renting a car in New Mexico, all drivers must present a full valid driving license. An International Driving Permit is required if the driving license is written in a language different to that of the country of rental and may be necessary to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you are renting abroad, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We always recommend checking with the individual rental company you are booking with.

You should book a car rental in New Mexico using momondo because it is quick, free and easy to use and could save you money. momondo does the hard work of finding the rental car prices and policies, all you need to do is compare and choose what works best for your trip.

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