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Popular car types in Kobe

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Kobe and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 1 December 2025.
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Economy

Economy

$84+

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Compact

Compact

$86+

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People mover

People mover

$219+

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Mini

Mini

$76+

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Passenger van

Passenger van

$221+

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Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

$137+

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Cheapflights insights for Kobe car rentals

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Kobe, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Kobe?

For the best savings on car rentals in Kobe, make your reservation 71 days before pickup. The average price then is just $68/day – about 27% less than the yearly average.

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What is the best car rental company in Kobe?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Kobe is Toyota Rent a Car (rated 10.0/10). ORIX Rent a Car (rated 10.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.

Toyota Rent a Car
Toyota Rent a Car
10.0
ORIX Rent a Car
ORIX Rent a Car
10.0
Nippon Rent-A-Car
Nippon Rent-A-Car
10.0
Hertz
Hertz
8.4

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Kobe?

Planning to hire a car in Kobe? March is the cheapest month, costing about $87 per day. In contrast, May is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of $99. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

$92

February

$89

March

$87

April

$94

May

$99

June

$91

July

$96

August

$92

September

$87

October

$96

November

$89

December

$91

What car do most people hire in Kobe?

Passenger van cars (Class Standard Van or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Kobe. Economy cars (Mazda Demio or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Mini cars (Class Mini Car or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Kobe?

Toyota Rent a Car has 21 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. ORIX Rent a Car has the second-highest number of locations in Kobe at 10.

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Top rental agencies in Kobe

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Kobe known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Kobe. Reviews were last updated on 1 December 2025.

Toyota Rent a Car

21 locations
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Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

7.3

ORIX Rent a Car

10 locations
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Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.7

Value

9.5

Nippon Rent-A-Car

2 locations
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Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Hertz

3 locations
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Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

8.2

Alamo

1 location
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Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

8.5

Nissan Rent-A-Car

5 locations
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Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

8.3

Budget

2 locations
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Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.8

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

7.9

Times

8 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

7.3

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Kobe, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 1 December 2025.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Kobe?

    Yes, renting a vehicle in Kobe for a month is certainly possible.

Car rentals by fuel type in Kobe

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Kobe. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Kobe. Deals were last updated on 1 December 2025.
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Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Kobe. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest ($49+).

Hybrid

Hybrid

$71+

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Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

$49+

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