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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 16 May 2025.

January

$61

February

$52

March

$56

April

$56

May

$57

June

$62

July

$59

August

$61

September

$54

October

$59

November

$57

December

$57

Compare available car types for rental in Kota Kinabalu

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire 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 16 May 2025.

Small cars

$42 - $166

All Car Types

$51 - $201

To hire a small car in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, you would pay an average price of $40/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia (~$42/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$166/day). In fact, May is about 2% 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 50% 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 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 16 May 2025.
Have a look at the top rental car agencies available in Kota Kinabalu, including KK Rent A Car, Europcar and Agtran. Skim reviews, rental company locations, prices, and more before making 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 hires in Kota Kinabalu, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 16 May 2025.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Kota Kinabalu for a week from Agtran?

    Agtran is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Kota Kinabalu. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about $638 per week.

  • 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.

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