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Cheap Car Hire in Kota Kinabalu from $39

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 4/7 and drop-off date of 9/7. 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 hires in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Kota Kinabalu. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 13 June 2025.

Most popular company

GREENMOTION

Price of petrol per litre

$0.74

Average price per day

$49

Cheapest price per day

$39

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 13 June 2025.

At $39/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 2 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Full-size

Full-size

Compare car hire 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:

Kia Picanto$39/day
4
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Audi A1$49/day
2
M
A/C
Audi A1

Best car hire 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 $44. Data was last updated on 13 June 2025.
Peruse the best Kota Kinabalu car hire deals we've found. Be sure to confirm the details of the deal, such as car type, daily rate, and pickup location.
Kia Picanto$39/day
4
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Toyota Camry$45/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Camry
Mazda Mazda2$49/day
2
5
M
A/C
Mazda Mazda2

Cheapflights insights for Kota Kinabalu car hires

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?

Book your car hire in Kota Kinabalu 55 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around $43/day on average when booked 55 days ahead, which saves you 23% off the usual average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Kota Kinabalu?

GREEN MOTION is currently the cheapest car hire company in Kota Kinabalu with deals as low as $33.32/day found in the past two weeks. Europcar is another inexpensive option with rates as low as $39.30/day.

What is the best car rental company in Kota Kinabalu?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire 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?

At Kota Kinabalu, the best time to hire a car is in February, with an average daily rate of just $48. Conversely, January is the priciest month, averaging $55 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Kota Kinabalu, the best time to hire a car is in February, with an average daily rate of just $48. Conversely, January is the priciest month, averaging $55 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

$55

February

$48

March

$51

April

$51

May

$54

June

$55

July

$55

August

$55

September

$48

October

$54

November

$52

December

$52

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 hire 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 13 June 2025.
Hire a vehicle with one of these top care hire agencies serving Kota Kinabalu, such as KK Rent A Car, Europcar and Agtran. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a car hire agency.

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 hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Kota Kinabalu, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 13 June 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Kota Kinabalu?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $49/day when booking a car hire in Kota Kinabalu. The absolute best deal a user found was for $38/day from GREEN MOTION , booked on Jun. 8.

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

    GREEN MOTION is one of the most popular car hire companies in Kota Kinabalu, offering car hire for around $327 per week on average.

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

    Yes, hiring a vehicle in Kota Kinabalu for a month is certainly possible.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Kota Kinabalu for a month?

    Typically, a monthly car hire in Kota Kinabalu can be found for $1,401. You can find car hire deals to be on average $47 a day.

  • How much is a car hire in Kota Kinabalu for a weekend?

    $0 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 July, you can expect to find car hire prices on Cheapflights for as low as $46/day.

Car hires by fuel type in Kota Kinabalu

Browse car hires by fuel type in Kota Kinabalu. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Kota Kinabalu. Deals were last updated on 13 June 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Kota Kinabalu. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest ($26+).

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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