Kota Kinabalu

Cheap Car Rentals in Kota Kinabalu

Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
30 Apr — 7 May
Driver's age: 26-65
Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
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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 23 April 2024.

January

AED 113

February

AED 128

March

AED 113

April

AED 124

May

AED 132

June

AED 124

July

AED 139

August

AED 146

September

AED 135

October

AED 128

November

AED 128

December

AED 135

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Kota Kinabalu is January. 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.

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 23 April 2024.

Small cars

AED 92 - AED 276

All Car Types

AED 100 - AED 303

To rent a small car in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, you would pay an average price of AED 71/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia (~AED 92/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~AED 276/day). In fact, January is about 29% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Kota Kinabalu. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Kota Kinabalu, renting a small car saves you 49% 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 23 April 2024.
Rent a car with one of the top providers serving the Kota Kinabalu area such as KK Rent A Car, Agtran and Avis. Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Kota Kinabalu, including KK Rent A Car, Agtran and Avis.

KK Rent A Car

31 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Agtran

1 location
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Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

8.0

Avis

1 location
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Europcar

7.6
Good
2 reviews•2 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.8

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

8.4

keddy by Europcar

3 locations
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Sixt

1 location
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Green Matrix

3 locations
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Hawk

3 locations
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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 23 April 2024.

  • 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 (7.6 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 AED 1.58/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between AED 71 and AED 103 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Hiring a car in Kota Kinabalu for a week can be a great option for travel. Europcar, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around AED 2,094/week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Kota Kinabalu for the best price?

    Generally, for a better deal in Kota Kinabalu it’s recommended to book in a timely manner (to save up to 47%). Cheapflights recommends you book around 82 days prior to your pickup date. Booking as early as you can also increases the likelihood that you’ll get the ideal car.

  • 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.

  • 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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