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Cheap Car Rentals in Kota Kinabalu from RM 98
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 1/10 and drop-off date of 10/10. 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 2025
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 17 September 2025.
Most popular company | KEDDY |
|---|---|
Price of petrol per litre | RM 2.06 |
Average price per day | RM 138 |
Cheapest price per day | RM 98 |
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 17 September 2025.
At RM 98/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Kota Kinabalu in the past week. Out of 18 car hire agencies operating in Kota Kinabalu, there are, in total, 59 hire locations. View below for 4 offered car types:
Economy
RM 103+
Compact
RM 98+
Full-size
RM 107+
People carrier
RM 308+
Full-size SUV
RM 498+
Passenger van
RM 186+
Standard SUV
RM 274+
Intermediate SUV
RM 274+
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 large 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:
Here are the best Kota Kinabalu van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Hyundai i20RM 98/day
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Ford FiestaRM 102/day
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Hyundai MatrixRM 103/day
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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 RM 199. Data was last updated on 17 September 2025.
Hyundai i20RM 98/day
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Ford FiestaRM 102/day
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Hyundai MatrixRM 103/day
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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?
For the best savings on car hire in Kota Kinabalu, make your reservation 81 days before pickup. The average price then is just RM 118/day – about 253% less than the yearly average.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Kota Kinabalu?
Looking to hire a car in Kota Kinabalu? GREEN MOTION had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only RM 95.37/day. keddy by Europcar also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at RM 97.85/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). Avis (rated 8.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.
KK Rent A Car
10.0
Avis
8.0
Agtran
8.0
Europcar
8.0
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Kota Kinabalu?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Kota Kinabalu is February, when you can expect to pay RM 126/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Kota Kinabalu is January (RM 147/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.
January
RM 147
February
RM 126
March
RM 139
April
RM 139
May
RM 147
June
RM 147
July
RM 139
August
RM 139
September
RM 130
October
RM 139
November
RM 139
December
RM 143
What car do most people hire in Kota Kinabalu?
Economy cars (Proton Saga or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Kota Kinabalu. Passenger van cars (Class Compact Van or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Intermediate cars (Perodua Alza 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 17 September 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
3 reviews•2 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
Sixt
2 locations
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 17 September 2025.
What is the cheapest hire car found in Kota Kinabalu?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under RM 138/day when booking a car hire in Kota Kinabalu. The absolute best deal a user found was for RM 102/day from GREEN MOTION , booked on Sep. 14.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Kota Kinabalu for a week from keddy by Europcar?
keddy by Europcar is one of the top picks in Kota Kinabalu. They can have you in a hire car for about RM 848 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Kota Kinabalu?
Typically, how long you can rent 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.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Kota Kinabalu for a month?
Generally, a month-long car rental in Kota Kinabalu can be found for about RM 3,635, with the average price for a rental being around RM 121 a day. Book with GREEN MOTION , to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 21% less compared to the average price of car rentals in Kota Kinabalu.
How much is a car hire in Kota Kinabalu for a weekend?
RM 119 is typically the average cost for a hire car for the weekend in Kota Kinabalu, though this could vary depending on the time of year. If you’re on a budget when travelling to Kota Kinabalu, then opt for a Compact hire vehicle - these tend to be the most affordable on weekends. In the month of October, you can expect to find car hire prices on Cheapflights for as low as RM 278/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 17 September 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 (RM 23+).
Hybrid
RM 93+
Petrol/Diesel
RM 23+