Book New Mexico car rentals from $148

Being in control of when and where you travel is one of the greatest advantages of having your own rental car on vacation. Take charge of your road trip around New Mexico and relish the freedom of discovering its coolest destinations at your own speed. Try to check off as many of this place's most renowned destinations as possible:

• Albuquerque (population of 559,100)
• Las Cruces (population of 101,600)
• Rio Rancho (population of 87,500)
• Santa Fe (population of 84,100)

Avoid paying a fortune for a rental car by following our suggestions:

• Use our clever filter feature to point you toward the hottest car rental deals in town — then compare the prices;
• Take advantage of our Price Drop Alert and stay up to date when prices fall for your next vacation destination;
• Research is the key to getting your hands on the best rental bargains in town, so be sure to look into both airport and non-airport pickup and drop-off outlets before you shell out for your ride;
• If your pickup and drop-off dates are not written in stone, try getting a better deal by changing the days in your search;
• Pickup and drop-off times generally need to be around the same time (e.g, both 10 a.m.) or you could be asked to pay for an entire extra day;
• Some car rental outlets offer big incentives to pay in advance, so make sure you keep your eyes peeled for these kinds of deals;
• Last but not least, secure your preferred vehicle as soon as possible to bag yourself the biggest savings!

Who needs all those extra frills? Economy cars are the most popular sort of rental car for visitors to New Mexico, and for good reason. You'll experience incredible fuel economy as you glide down the streets of Albuquerque and Las Cruces in this small vehicle. They're efficient, a cinch to park, and most importantly, easy on the wallet.If tearing down the open road and taking in natural gems are on the itinerary, go for a full-size car or an SUV. New Mexico has some amazing desert landscapes and mountains, so there are plenty of chances to spend some time in nature. These bigger vehicles are a good fit for those who like camping, or for lengthy road trips that command a little more comfort.