Kota Kinabalu

Cheap Car Rentals in Kota Kinabalu

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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 ₹ 2,322, which is about 6,933% cheaper than the typical rate.

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). Avis (rated 8.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.

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

Planning to hire a car in Kota Kinabalu? February is the cheapest month, costing about ₹ 2,679 per day. In contrast, January is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of ₹ 3,126. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

₹ 3,126

February

₹ 2,679

March

₹ 2,947

April

₹ 2,858

May

₹ 3,036

June

₹ 3,036

July

₹ 2,947

August

₹ 2,947

September

₹ 2,858

October

₹ 3,036

November

₹ 2,947

December

₹ 2,947

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 Standard SUV or similar), Economy cars (Class Economy Car or similar), and Passenger van cars (Class Full-size Van or similar).

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

KK Rent A Car has 31 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Green Matrix has the second-highest number of locations in Kota Kinabalu at 3.

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 28 November 2025.

KK Rent A Car

31 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Avis

1 location

Agtran

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

8.0

Europcar

8.0
Very Good
3 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

9.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

8.6

keddy by Europcar

3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

6.3

Overall

6.6

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

6.3

Sixt

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

4.6

Comfort

4.6

Overall

4.6

Pick-up/drop-off

4.6

Value

4.0

Pacific

1 location

Prima Odyssey

1 location

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 28 November 2025.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Kota Kinabalu for a week from KK Rent A Car?

    KK Rent A Car 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 ₹ 15,628 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.

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