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Kota Kinabalu car rentals in 2025

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 12 July 2025.

Most popular company

GREENMOTION

Price of petrol per litre

Rp 7,944.23

Average price per day

Rp 493,515

Cheapest price per day

Rp 451,686

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?

To get the best deal on car hire in Kota Kinabalu, book about 55 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around Rp 453,956, which is about 1,338,211% cheaper than the typical rate.

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). Europcar (rated 8.0/10 with 3 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

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

The cheapest month to hire a car in Kota Kinabalu is February, when you can expect to pay Rp 502,594/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Kota Kinabalu is January (Rp 583,658/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.

January

Rp 583,658

February

Rp 502,594

March

Rp 535,019

April

Rp 535,019

May

Rp 567,445

June

Rp 551,232

July

Rp 567,445

August

Rp 567,445

September

Rp 518,807

October

Rp 567,445

November

Rp 551,232

December

Rp 551,232

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 12 July 2025.
Have a look at the top rental car agencies available in Kota Kinabalu, including KK Rent A Car, Europcar and Agtran. Reviews, pricing info, pickup locations, and other important details are available to aid 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 rentals in Kota Kinabalu, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 12 July 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Kota Kinabalu?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under Rp 493,515/day when booking a car hire in Kota Kinabalu. The absolute best deal a user found was for Rp 451,686/day from GREEN MOTION , booked on Jul. 6.

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

    Hiring a car in Kota Kinabalu for a week can be a great option for travel. GREEN MOTION , the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around Rp 3,454,604/week on average.

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

    Yes, renting a vehicle in Kota Kinabalu for a month is certainly possible.

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

    Our recent data shows that GREEN MOTION can potentially be 7% below the average car hire price in Kota Kinabalu. Check prices and availability for GREEN MOTION and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in Kota Kinabalu is on average Rp 14,805,447 a month or Rp 493,515 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your Kota Kinabalu car hire.

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