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Kota Kinabalu

Cheap Car Rentals in Kota Kinabalu from RM 104

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 26/7 and drop-off date of 31/8. 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 15 July 2025.

Most popular company

GREENMOTION

Price of petrol per litre

RM 2.09

Average price per day

RM 139

Cheapest price per day

RM 104

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 15 July 2025.

At RM 104/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, 58 hire locations. View below for 5 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

RM 115+

Compact

Compact

RM 104+

Full-size

Full-size

RM 111+

Passenger van

Passenger van

RM 201+

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

RM 296+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

RM 246+

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

RM 284+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

RM 300+

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:

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

Honda CivicRM 104/day
4
M
A/C
Honda Civic
Proton PersonaRM 115/day
2
M
A/C
Proton Persona

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 345. Data was last updated on 15 July 2025.
Peruse the best Kota Kinabalu car rental deals we've found. Be sure to confirm the details of the deal, such as car type, daily rate, and pickup location.
Honda CivicRM 104/day
4
M
A/C
Honda Civic
Hyundai SonataRM 111/day
5
M
A/C
Hyundai Sonata
Proton SagaRM 115/day
2
M
A/C
Proton Saga

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 55 days before pickup. The average price then is just RM 119/day – about 254% less than the yearly average.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Kota Kinabalu?

Looking to hire a car in Kota Kinabalu? KK Rent A Car had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only RM 95.34/day. GREEN MOTION also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at RM 96.66/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?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Kota Kinabalu is February, when you can expect to pay RM 132/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Kota Kinabalu is January (RM 153/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 153

February

RM 132

March

RM 140

April

RM 140

May

RM 149

June

RM 145

July

RM 145

August

RM 145

September

RM 132

October

RM 145

November

RM 145

December

RM 145

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. SUV cars (Class Standard SUV or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Standard cars (Class Standard SUV 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 15 July 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 15 July 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Kota Kinabalu?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under RM 139/day when booking a car hire in Kota Kinabalu. The absolute best deal a user found was for RM 109/day from GREEN MOTION , booked on Jul. 13.

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

    GREEN MOTION is one of the top picks in Kota Kinabalu. They can have you in a hire car for about RM 904 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 3,875, with the average price for a rental being around RM 129 a day. Book with GREEN MOTION , to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 24% 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 203 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 August, you can expect to find car hire prices on Cheapflights for as low as RM 168/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 15 July 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

Hybrid

RM 97+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

RM 23+

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