Kota Kinabalu

Cheap Car Rentals in Kota Kinabalu

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Kota Kinabalu car rentals in 2026

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 7 May 2026.

Most popular company

KEDDY

Price of petrol per litre

HK$7.68

Average price per day

HK$308

Cheapest price per day

HK$217

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?

For the best savings on car rentals in Kota Kinabalu, make your reservation 85 days before pickup. The average price then is just HK$204/day – about 496% less than the yearly average.

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). Sixt (rated 10.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.

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

Planning to hire a car in Kota Kinabalu? January is the cheapest month, costing about HK$251 per day. In contrast, December is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of HK$290. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

HK$251

February

HK$274

March

HK$274

April

HK$258

May

HK$266

June

HK$274

July

HK$258

August

HK$266

September

HK$258

October

HK$266

November

HK$266

December

HK$290

What car do most people rent in Kota Kinabalu?

Economy cars (Class Economy Car or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Kota Kinabalu. SUV cars (Class Full-size SUV or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Passenger van cars (Class Full-size Van or similar).

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 7 May 2026.

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

Sixt

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Avis

1 location

Agtran

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

8.0

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

keddy by Europcar

3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

6.3

Overall

6.6

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

6.3

Pacific

1 location

Prima Odyssey

1 location

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 7 May 2026.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Kota Kinabalu?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under HK$308/day when booking a car hire in Kota Kinabalu. The absolute best deal a user found was for HK$217/day from Sixt, booked on May 6.

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

    Hiring a car in Kota Kinabalu for a week can be a great option for travel. MKAZ, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around HK$2,425/week on average.

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

    Typically, how long you can rent a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Kota Kinabalu however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.

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

    The average cost of a car rental in Kota Kinabalu for a month is HK$10,392. Check Cheapflights to compare pricing and options for your rental car.

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