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Cheap Car Hire in Kota Kinabalu from £20

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 20/11 and drop-off date of 23/11. 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 hires in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Kota Kinabalu. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 8 November 2024.

Most popular company

GREENMOTION

Price of gas per litre

£0.37

Average price per day

£30

Cheapest price per day

£20

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 8 November 2024.

January

£23

February

£26

March

£23

April

£24

May

£27

June

£25

July

£27

August

£28

September

£24

October

£26

November

£26

December

£27

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 hire in Kota Kinabalu and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 8 November 2024.

In Kota Kinabalu, there are 58 active hire locations from 18 car hire companies. large car is the cheapest car type to hire in Kota Kinabalu in the past week - currently priced from £20/day. View deals for 4 car types available to hire in this destination:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Full-size

Full-size

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Passenger van

Passenger van

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Compare available car types for hire 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 8 November 2024.

Small cars

£20 - £35

All Car Types

£35 - £47

To hire a small car in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, you would pay an average price of £26/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia (~£20/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~£35/day). In fact, January is about 24% 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 37% 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 hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, you would pay an average price of £44/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia (~£31/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~£63/day). In fact, February is about 30% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Kota Kinabalu. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Kota Kinabalu, hiring a medium car is 7% 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.

To hire a large car in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, you would pay an average price of £55/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia (~£43/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is November (~£97/day). In fact, December is about 22% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Kota Kinabalu. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Kota Kinabalu, hiring a large car is 26% 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 hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, you would pay an average price of £50/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia (~£44/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~£60/day). In fact, February is about 12% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Kota Kinabalu. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Kota Kinabalu, hiring a SUV is 18% 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 SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, you would pay an average price of £38/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a van in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia (~£41/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~£82/day). In fact, August is about 5% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Kota Kinabalu. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Kota Kinabalu, hiring a van saves you 5% 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 van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Volkswagen Polo£20/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo
Citroen C3£20/day
4
M
A/C
Citroen C3
Volkswagen Polo£24/day
4
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo

Top hire 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 8 November 2024.
Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in Kota Kinabalu, including KK Rent A Car, Europcar and Agtran in Kota Kinabalu. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a car hire agency.

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 hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Kota Kinabalu. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Kota Kinabalu with an average daily rate of £38. Data was last updated on 8 November 2024.
The best prices on car hires in Kota Kinabalu we've found at this time. Double check the details of your car hire reservation before booking to ensure no unwanted surprises.
Opel Insignia£20/day
5
M
A/C
Opel Insignia
Vauxhall Corsa£20/day
2
M
A/C
Vauxhall Corsa
Volkswagen Polo£20/day
4
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Kota Kinabalu, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 8 November 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Kota Kinabalu?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under £30/day when booking a car hire in Kota Kinabalu. The absolute best deal a user found was for £20/day from GREEN MOTION , booked on Nov. 3.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Kota Kinabalu?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Kota Kinabalu from the following companies over the past two weeks: GREEN MOTION (£20/day), keddy by Europcar (£21/day), and Hertz (£26/day).

  • 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 (8.0 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 £0.37/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between £16 and £24 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • 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 £151 per week on average.

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

    Booking early almost always ensures you have more options of car models to choose from, as well as prices reduced by up to 50% to make it a great deal in Kota Kinabalu. Try to book at least 82 days prior to when you need the car hire to close on a rate below the average.

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

    Yes, you can hire a car for a month in Kota Kinabalu check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

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

    You can potentially save up to 22% on a month-long rental by booking with GREEN MOTION . GREEN MOTION is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car in Kota Kinabalu can cost you on average £645 a month or £22 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.

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

    £0 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 December, we’ve seen prices on Cheapflights for as low as £0 per day.

  • What car do most people hire in Kota Kinabalu?

    The majority of Cheapflights travellers prefer to hire a Compact (Perodua Axia) in Kota Kinabalu, making it the most popular option.

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Small car hires in Kota Kinabalu

Find small car hire deals in Kota Kinabalu from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car hires in Kota Kinabalu cost an average of £31 per day. Price data was last updated on 8 November 2024.
Hyundai i10£28/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai i10
Toyota Aygo£30/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Aygo
Kia Picanto£32/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto

People carrier hires in Kota Kinabalu

Find people carrier hire deals in Kota Kinabalu from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. people carrier hires in Kota Kinabalu cost an average of £51 per day. Price data was last updated on 8 November 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on people carrier hires in the Kota Kinabalu area at the moment. If you're not finding the people carrier hire that is right for you and your passengers, be sure to check back soon.
Citroen Grand C4 Picasso£41/day
5
M
A/C
Citroen Grand C4 Picasso
Citroen Grand C4 SpaceTourer£44/day
5
2
5
M
A/C
Citroen Grand C4 SpaceTourer
Seat Tarraco£48/day
5
M
A/C
Seat Tarraco

Car hires by fuel type in Kota Kinabalu

Browse car hires by fuel type in Kota Kinabalu. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Kota Kinabalu. Deals were last updated on 8 November 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Kota Kinabalu. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (£26+).

Hybrid

Hybrid

£105+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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