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Cheap Car Rentals in Kota Kinabalu from S$ 34
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 12-8 and drop-off date of 15-8. 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 30 July 2025.
Most popular company | GREENMOTION |
|---|---|
Price of petrol per litre | S$ 0.62 |
Average price per day | S$ 54 |
Cheapest price per day | S$ 34 |
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 30 July 2025.
There are 18 hire agencies servicing Kota Kinabalu. These agencies, altogether, have 58 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? large car is the cheapest car type to hire in Kota Kinabalu with prices from S$ 34 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 4 car types you can hire in Kota Kinabalu:
Economy
S$ 36+
Compact
S$ 40+
Full-size
S$ 34+
People carrier
S$ 86+
Passenger van
S$ 54+
Compact SUV
S$ 74+
Standard SUV
S$ 90+
Intermediate SUV
S$ 102+
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:
BYD e6S$ 36/day
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Volkswagen GolfS$ 40/day
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Hyundai i20S$ 41/day
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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 S$ 65. Data was last updated on 30 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 AccordS$ 34/day
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Alpine A110S$ 36/day
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Honda AccordS$ 40/day
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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 17 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around S$ 37, which is about 10% cheaper than the typical rate.
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 S$ 27.83/day found in the past two weeks. keddy by Europcar is another inexpensive option with rates as low as S$ 33.70/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.
KK Rent A Car
10.0
Europcar
8.0
Agtran
8.0
Avis
8.0
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Kota Kinabalu?
Planning to hire a car in Kota Kinabalu? February is the cheapest month, costing about S$ 39 per day. In contrast, January is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of S$ 46. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
S$ 46
February
S$ 39
March
S$ 42
April
S$ 42
May
S$ 45
June
S$ 45
July
S$ 42
August
S$ 44
September
S$ 41
October
S$ 44
November
S$ 44
December
S$ 44
What car do most people rent in Kota Kinabalu?
Standard cars (Class Standard SUV, for example) are the most popular in Kota Kinabalu. SUV (Class Standard SUV) and Mini (Perodua Axia) 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 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 30 July 2025.
Choose from the top rental car agencies available in Kota Kinabalu, including KK Rent A Car, Europcar and Agtran. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.
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 rentals in Kota Kinabalu, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 30 July 2025.
What is the cheapest hire car found in Kota Kinabalu?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under S$ 54/day when booking a car hire in Kota Kinabalu. The absolute best deal a user found was for S$ 36/day from GREEN MOTION , booked on Jul. 27.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Kota Kinabalu for a week from GREEN MOTION ?
GREEN MOTION offers hire cars in Kota Kinabalu for about S$ 270 per week on average.
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 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 S$ 1,158, with the average price for a rental being around S$ 39 a day. Book with GREEN MOTION , to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 27% less compared to the average price of car rentals in Kota Kinabalu.
How much is a car hire in Kota Kinabalu for a weekend?
S$ 87 is, on average, how much a car hire costs for the weekend in Kota Kinabalu. To save money, consider booking a Full-size car hire, which is the cheapest car during the weekend. If you are looking for a car hire in August, we’ve seen prices on Cheapflights for as low as S$ 61 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 30 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 (S$ 26+).
Hybrid
S$ 115+
Petrol/Diesel
S$ 26+