Kota Kinabalu

Cheap Car Hire in Kota Kinabalu

Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
May 8 — May 15
Driver's age: 26-65
Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Wed 8/5
Noon
Wed 15/5
Noon

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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Kota Kinabalu and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 1 May 2024.

January

R580

February

R655

March

R580

April

R618

May

R674

June

R636

July

R711

August

R749

September

R693

October

R655

November

R655

December

R693

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Kota Kinabalu is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is August. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Compare available car types for rental in Kota Kinabalu

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Kota Kinabalu to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 1 May 2024.

Top rental agencies in Kota Kinabalu

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Kota Kinabalu known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Kota Kinabalu. Reviews were last updated on 1 May 2024.
Have a look at the top car hire agencies available in Kota Kinabalu, including KK Rent A Car, Agtran and Avis. Reviews, pricing info, pickup locations, and other important details are available to aid your decision.

KK Rent A Car

31 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

10,0

Agtran

1 location
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Overview

Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,0

Pick-up/drop-off

8,0

Value

8,0

Avis

1 location
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Europcar

7,6
Good
2 reviews•2 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

8,4

Comfort

8,8

Overall

7,6

Pick-up/drop-off

7,6

Value

8,4

keddy by Europcar

3 locations
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Sixt

1 location
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Green Matrix

3 locations
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Hawk

3 locations
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Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Kota Kinabalu, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 1 May 2024.

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Kota Kinabalu?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, KK Rent A Car (10,0 rating), Agtran (8,0 rating) and Europcar (7,6 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Kota Kinabalu.

  • What are petrol prices like in Kota Kinabalu?

    The average price of petrol in Kota Kinabalu is R8,06/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R362 and R524 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Kota Kinabalu for the best price?

    Hiring your favourite car model can become more difficult the closer you are to your desired travel date. It’s ideal to book early to have that peace of mind. An early booking can save you up to 48% in Kota Kinabalu - we recommend booking at least 82days in advance.

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

    Typically, how long you can hire a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Kota Kinabalu however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.

  • What car do most people hire in Kota Kinabalu?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Kota Kinabalu is Full-size (Class Full-size SUV) based on our Cheapflights data.

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