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Cheap Car Rentals in Kota Kinabalu from ₹ 2,035

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 14/9 and drop-off date of 21/9. 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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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 28 June 2025.

There are, in total, 58 car hire locations in Kota Kinabalu that are operated by 18 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: ₹ 2,035/day). Explore 3 car types currently offered from Kota Kinabalu hire providers:

Economy

Economy

₹ 2,273+

Compact

Compact

₹ 2,035+

Full-size

Full-size

₹ 2,380+

Minivan

Minivan

₹ 16,451+

Passenger van

Passenger van

₹ 4,915+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

₹ 5,524+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

₹ 7,575+

Compare car rental deals in Kota Kinabalu by type

Here are the best Kota Kinabalu small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Kota Kinabalu SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Suzuki Swift₹ 2,035/day
4
M
A/C
Suzuki Swift
Suzuki Swift₹ 2,273/day
2
M
A/C
Suzuki Swift
Suzuki Celerio₹ 2,531/day
2
M
A/C
Suzuki Celerio

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 ₹ 3,362. Data was last updated on 28 June 2025.
Peruse the best Kota Kinabalu car rental deals we've found. Make sure to check back soon if you're not finding what you're looking for, as deals are updated frequently.
Suzuki Swift₹ 2,035/day
4
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A/C
Suzuki Swift
Suzuki Swift₹ 2,273/day
2
M
A/C
Suzuki Swift
Toyota Corolla₹ 2,380/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla

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 55 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around ₹ 2,394, which is about 6,958% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Kota Kinabalu?

In Kota Kinabalu, the most affordable car hire company right now is GREEN MOTION , offering prices from just ₹ 2,047/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is keddy by Europcar, with rates starting at ₹ 2,454/day.

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). Europcar (rated 8.0/10 with 3 reviews) 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 ₹ 2,651 per day. In contrast, January is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of ₹ 3,078. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

₹ 3,078

February

₹ 2,651

March

₹ 2,822

April

₹ 2,822

May

₹ 2,993

June

₹ 2,993

July

₹ 2,993

August

₹ 2,993

September

₹ 2,651

October

₹ 2,993

November

₹ 2,907

December

₹ 2,907

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 Compact SUV or similar), Economy cars (Honda City or similar), and Passenger van cars (Hyundai H-1 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 June 2025.
Rent a car with one of the top providers serving the Kota Kinabalu area such as KK Rent A Car, Europcar and Agtran. Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Kota Kinabalu, including KK Rent A Car, Europcar and Agtran.

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

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

Agtran

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

8.0

Avis

1 location

keddy by Europcar

3 locations

Sixt

2 locations

Green Matrix

3 locations

Hawk

3 locations

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 June 2025.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Kota Kinabalu for a week from keddy by Europcar?

    keddy by Europcar 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 ₹ 19,266 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 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 Compact 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 ₹ 0 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 28 June 2025.

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 (₹ 24+).

Hybrid

Hybrid

₹ 145+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

₹ 24+

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