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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 21 January 2025.

Most popular company

KK

Price of petrol per litre

Rp 7,340.95

Average price per day

Rp 1,363,622

Cheapest price per day

Rp 447,798

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Kota Kinabalu?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Kota Kinabalu and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 21 January 2025.

January

Rp 554,649

February

Rp 538,336

March

Rp 538,336

April

Rp 522,022

May

Rp 570,962

June

Rp 538,336

July

Rp 587,275

August

Rp 603,588

September

Rp 522,022

October

Rp 570,962

November

Rp 554,649

December

Rp 554,649

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Kota Kinabalu is April. The most expensive time to rent a car is August. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

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 21 January 2025.

At Rp 590,375/day, large 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

Rp 696,900+

Compact

Compact

Rp 674,551+

Full-size

Full-size

Rp 590,375+

Compare available car types for rental in Kota Kinabalu

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Kota Kinabalu to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 21 January 2025.

Small cars

Rp 411,092 - Rp 662,479

All Car Types

Rp 411,092 - Rp 1,383,262

To hire a small car in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, you would pay an average price of Rp 247,166/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia (~Rp 411,092/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~Rp 662,479/day). In fact, November is about 66% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Kota Kinabalu. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Kota Kinabalu, hiring a small car saves you 51% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

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 21 January 2025.
Have a look at the top rental car agencies available in Kota Kinabalu, including KK Rent A Car, Europcar and Agtran. Reviews, pricing info, pickup locations, and other important details are available to aid your decision.

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 21 January 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Kota Kinabalu?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under Rp 1,363,622/day when booking a car hire in Kota Kinabalu. The absolute best deal a user found was for Rp 447,798/day from KK Rent A Car, booked on Jan. 20.

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Kota Kinabalu?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, KK Rent A Car (10.0 rating), Agtran (8.0 rating) and Europcar (8.0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Kota Kinabalu.

  • What are petrol prices like in Kota Kinabalu?

    The average price of petrol in Kota Kinabalu is Rp 7,340.95/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between Rp 330,343 and Rp 477,162 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Kota Kinabalu for a week from KK Rent A Car?

    Hiring a car in Kota Kinabalu for a week can be a great option for travel. KK Rent A Car, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around Rp 9,545,351/week on average.

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

    Yes, renting 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?

    Our recent data shows that KK Rent A Car can potentially be 68% below the average car hire price in Kota Kinabalu. Check prices and availability for KK Rent A Car and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in Kota Kinabalu is on average Rp 40,908,648 a month or Rp 1,363,622 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your Kota Kinabalu car hire.

  • What car do most people hire in Kota Kinabalu?

    Perodua Axia, which is a Compact vehicle, is the most popular to hire at Kota Kinabalu according to Cheapflights users.

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