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Cheap Car Rentals in Kota Kinabalu from ₹ 2,683

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Kota Kinabalu with a pick-up date of 19/6 and drop-off date of 24/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Kota Kinabalu car rentals in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Kota Kinabalu. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 9 June 2026.

Most popular company

EUROPCAR

Price of petrol per litre

₹ 98

Average price per day

₹ 4,185

Cheapest price per day

₹ 2,683
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Popular car types in Kota Kinabalu

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Kota Kinabalu and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 9 June 2026.
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There are, in total, 61 car hire locations in Kota Kinabalu that are operated by 19 companies. In the past week, large car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: ₹ 2,683/day). Explore 4 car types currently offered from Kota Kinabalu hire providers:

Economy

Economy

₹ 2,844+

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Compact

Compact

₹ 2,935+

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Intermediate

Intermediate

₹ 12,470+

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Full-size

Full-size

₹ 2,683+

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Passenger van

Passenger van

₹ 5,897+

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Premium SUV

Premium SUV

₹ 6,069+

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Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

₹ 5,116+

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Standard SUV

Standard SUV

₹ 5,429+

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Best car rental deals found in Kota Kinabalu

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Kota Kinabalu. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Kota Kinabalu with an average daily rate of ₹ 4,679. Data was last updated on 9 June 2026.
Toyota Corolla₹ 2,683/day
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Toyota Corolla
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Hyundai i20₹ 2,844/day
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Hyundai i20
Found 06/07/26
Suzuki Swift Dzire₹ 2,935/day
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Suzuki Swift Dzire
Found 06/08/26

Cheapflights insights for Kota Kinabalu car rentals

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Kota Kinabalu, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Kota Kinabalu?

To get the best deal on car hire in Kota Kinabalu, book about 85 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around ₹ 2,484, which is about 7,150% cheaper than the typical rate.

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What is the best car rental company in Kota Kinabalu?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Kota Kinabalu is KK Rent A Car (rated 10.0/10). Sixt (rated 10.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.

KK Rent A Car
KK Rent A Car
10.0
Sixt
Sixt
10.0
Avis
Avis
8.0
Agtran
Agtran
8.0

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Kota Kinabalu?

Planning to hire a car in Kota Kinabalu? January is the cheapest month, costing about ₹ 3,057 per day. In contrast, December is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of ₹ 3,534. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

₹ 3,057

February

₹ 3,343

March

₹ 3,343

April

₹ 3,152

May

₹ 3,343

June

₹ 3,439

July

₹ 3,152

August

₹ 3,248

September

₹ 3,152

October

₹ 3,248

November

₹ 3,248

December

₹ 3,534

What car do most people rent in Kota Kinabalu?

The most popular types of cars to hire in Kota Kinabalu are the following: SUV cars (Class Full-size SUV or similar), Passenger van cars (Class Minivan or similar), and Standard cars (Toyota Avanza or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Kota Kinabalu?

KK Rent A Car has 32 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Avis has the second-highest number of locations in Kota Kinabalu at 1.

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Top rental agencies in Kota Kinabalu

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Kota Kinabalu known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Kota Kinabalu. Reviews were last updated on 9 June 2026.

KK Rent A Car

32 locations
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Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Sixt

2 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Avis

1 location
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Agtran

1 location
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Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

8.0

Suria Car Rental

7.3
Good
1 review•1 location
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Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.6

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

7.3

Pacific

1 location
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Prima Odyssey

1 location
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Hawk

3 locations
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Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Kota Kinabalu, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 9 June 2026.

  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Kota Kinabalu?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under ₹ 4,185/day when booking a car hire in Kota Kinabalu. The absolute best deal a user found was for ₹ 2,518/day from keddy by Europcar, booked on Jun. 8.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Kota Kinabalu for a week from Sixt?

    Sixt is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Kota Kinabalu. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about ₹ 19,987 per week.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Kota Kinabalu?

    Yes, renting a vehicle in Kota Kinabalu for a month is certainly possible.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Kota Kinabalu for a month?

    The monthly cost of a car rental in Kota Kinabalu is ₹ 85,658 (₹ 2,855/day) on average.

  • How much is a car hire in Kota Kinabalu for a weekend?

    ₹ 0 is, on average, how much a car hire costs for the weekend in Kota Kinabalu. To save money, consider booking a Full-size car hire, which is the cheapest car during the weekend. If you are looking for a car hire in July, we’ve seen prices on Cheapflights for as low as ₹ 17,826 per day.

Car rentals by fuel type in Kota Kinabalu

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Kota Kinabalu. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Kota Kinabalu. Deals were last updated on 9 June 2026.
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Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Kota Kinabalu. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (₹ 30+).

Hybrid

Hybrid

₹ 95+

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Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

₹ 30+

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