Find Rentals
Popular Cars
Rental Deals
Insights
Agencies
FAQs
English
Cheap Car Rentals in Kota Kinabalu from $64
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 5/10. 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.
Here’s why our users search for rental cars through Cheapflights
Popular car types in Kota Kinabalu
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Kota Kinabalu and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 17 August 2025.
At $64/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 2 offered car types:
Economy
$64+
Compact
$69+
Passenger van
$97+
Intermediate SUV
$146+
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:
Nissan March$64/day
2
M
A/C
Holden Barina$69/day
4
M
A/C
Best car rental deals found in Kota Kinabalu
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Kota Kinabalu. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Kota Kinabalu with an average daily rate of $93. Data was last updated on 17 August 2025.
Nissan March$64/day
2
M
A/C
Holden Barina$69/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota RAV4$146/day
5
M
A/C
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 a rental car in Kota Kinabalu, book about 46 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around $49, which is about 44% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Kota Kinabalu?
Looking to hire a car in Kota Kinabalu? Avis had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only $33.51/day. GREEN MOTION also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at $42.02/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 hire a car in Kota Kinabalu?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Kota Kinabalu is February, when you can expect to pay $51/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Kota Kinabalu is January ($61/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
$61
February
$51
March
$56
April
$56
May
$59
June
$59
July
$56
August
$56
September
$52
October
$57
November
$57
December
$57
What car do most people hire in Kota Kinabalu?
Economy cars (Proton Saga, for example) are the most popular in Kota Kinabalu. Passenger van (Class Special Van) and Standard (Hyundai Santa Fe) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Kota Kinabalu.
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 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 17 August 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
Europcar
3 reviews•2 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 hires in Kota Kinabalu, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 17 August 2025.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Kota Kinabalu for a week from Hertz?
Hertz 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 $727 per week.
Can I rent a car for a month in Kota Kinabalu?
Yes, cars are available to be rented out for an entire month in Kota Kinabalu.
How much is a car hire in Kota Kinabalu for a weekend?
For a weekend car hire in Kota Kinabalu, you can expect the average price to be around $0. Usually a Economy hire in Kota Kinabalu is your cheapest weekend car hire option, though you should always check Cheapflights to see if there are other deals on alternative car hire types. If you do opt for hiring a Economy for September, it will cost approximately $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 17 August 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 ($30+).
Hybrid
$113+
Petrol/Diesel
$30+