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Kota Kinabalu

Cheap Car Rentals in Kota Kinabalu from C$ 46

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car rental in Kota Kinabalu with a pick-up date of 21/12 and drop-off date of 23/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of rental. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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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 21 November 2024.

January

C$ 43

February

C$ 47

March

C$ 43

April

C$ 44

May

C$ 48

June

C$ 46

July

C$ 50

August

C$ 51

September

C$ 44

October

C$ 47

November

C$ 47

December

C$ 50

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.

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 November 2024.

At C$ 46/day, large car is the cheapest car type available for rental in Kota Kinabalu in the past week. Out of 18 car rental agencies operating in Kota Kinabalu, there are, in total, 58 rental locations. View below for 2 offered car types:

Compact

Compact

C$ 50+

Full-size

Full-size

C$ 46+

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 November 2024.

Small cars

C$ 38 - C$ 84

All Car Types

C$ 38 - C$ 114

To rent a small car in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, you would pay an average price of C$ 40/day. April is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia (~C$ 38/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~C$ 84/day). In fact, April is about 8% 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 47% 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. Here are the best Kota Kinabalu small car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a medium car in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, you would pay an average price of C$ 42/day. March is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia (~C$ 46/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~C$ 119/day). In fact, March is about 6% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Kota Kinabalu. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Kota Kinabalu, renting a medium car saves you 44% 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.

To rent a large car in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, you would pay an average price of C$ 82/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia (~C$ 72/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~C$ 150/day). In fact, January is about 14% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for Kota Kinabalu. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Kota Kinabalu, renting a large car is 9% more expensive. 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. Here are the best Kota Kinabalu large car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a SUV in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, you would pay an average price of C$ 52/day. May is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia (~C$ 71/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~C$ 125/day). In fact, May is about 36% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Kota Kinabalu. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Kota Kinabalu, renting a SUV saves you 32% 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.

To rent a van in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, you would pay an average price of C$ 64/day. October is the cheapest month to rent a van in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia (~C$ 94/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~C$ 150/day). In fact, October is about 46% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van rental for Kota Kinabalu. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Kota Kinabalu, renting a van saves you 16% 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.

Nissan SentraC$ 50/day
4
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A/C
Nissan Sentra

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 November 2024.
Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Kota Kinabalu, including KK Rent A Car, Europcar and Agtran in Kota Kinabalu. 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

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

Best Kota Kinabalu car rental deals found

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 C$ 48. Data was last updated on 21 November 2024.
Peruse the best Kota Kinabalu car rental deals we've found. Make sure to check back soon if you're not finding what you're looking for, as deals are updated frequently.
Toyota CamryC$ 46/day
5
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A/C
Toyota Camry
Kia RioC$ 50/day
4
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M
A/C
Kia Rio

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 November 2024.
  • Which car rental 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 rental car companies in Kota Kinabalu.

  • What are gas prices like in Kota Kinabalu?

    The average gas price in Kota Kinabalu is C$ 0.63/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between C$ 28 and C$ 41 to fill up a car’s gas tank.

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

    Hertz is a popular option for travellers looking for car rental in Kota Kinabalu. You can expect the average cost of a rental car to be about C$ 990 per week.

  • How far in advance should I rent 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 50%). Cheapflights recommends you book around 81 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?

    The length of time you can book a rental for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Kota Kinabalu it should be possible to rent a car for a whole month if needed.

  • How much is a car rental in Kota Kinabalu for a weekend?

    C$ 0 is, on average, how much a car rental costs for the weekend in Kota Kinabalu. To save money, consider booking a Full-size car rental, which is the cheapest car during the weekend. If you are looking for a car rental in December, we’ve seen prices on Cheapflights for as low as C$ 142 per day.

  • What car do most people rent in Kota Kinabalu?

    The majority of Cheapflights travellers prefer to rent a Full-size (Toyota Camry) in Kota Kinabalu, making it the most popular option.

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Van rentals in Kota Kinabalu

Find van rental deals in Kota Kinabalu from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. van rentals in Kota Kinabalu cost an average of C$ 116 per day. Price data was last updated on 21 November 2024.
In terms of van rentals in Kota Kinabalu, these are some the best options we've found at this time. To provide you with as many options as possible, we're constantly adding new deals so check back soon if you're not finding the one right for you.
Chrysler PacificaC$ 87/day
5
M
A/C
Chrysler Pacifica
Chrysler PacificaC$ 144/day
5
M
A/C
Chrysler Pacifica

Car rentals by fuel type in Kota Kinabalu

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Kota Kinabalu. Currently, Gas/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Kota Kinabalu. Deals were last updated on 21 November 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Kota Kinabalu. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Gas/Diesel being the cheapest (C$ 36+).

Gas/Diesel

Gas/Diesel

C$ 36+

Hybrid

Hybrid

C$ 106+

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