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Cheap Car Rentals in Kota Kinabalu from ₱1,406
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 9/22 and drop-off date of 9/29. 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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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 September 16, 2025.
In Kota Kinabalu, there are 59 active rental locations from 18 car rental companies. small car is the cheapest car type to rent in Kota Kinabalu in the past week - currently priced from ₱1,406/day. View deals for 2 car types available to rent in this destination:
Economy
₱1,570+
Compact
₱1,406+
Full-size
₱1,511+
Compare car rental deals in Kota Kinabalu by type
Here are the best Kota Kinabalu small car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Toyota Corolla₱1,406/day
4
M
A/C
Nissan Almera₱1,570/day
2
M
A/C
Nissan Almera₱1,611/day
4
M
A/C
Best car rental deals found in Kota Kinabalu
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 ₱1,583. Data was last updated on September 16, 2025.
Toyota Corolla₱1,406/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Camry₱1,511/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Avanza₱1,570/day
2
M
A/C
Cheapflights insights for Kota Kinabalu car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you rent a car in Kota Kinabalu, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I rent a car in Kota Kinabalu?
For the best savings on car rentals in Kota Kinabalu, make your reservation 81 days before pickup. The average price then is just ₱1,592/day – about 4,697% less than the yearly average.
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). Avis (rated 8.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.
KK Rent A Car
10.0
Avis
8.0
Agtran
8.0
Europcar
8.0
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Kota Kinabalu?
At Kota Kinabalu, the best time to rent a car is in February, with an average daily rate of just ₱1,705. Conversely, January is the priciest month, averaging ₱1,990 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Kota Kinabalu, the best time to rent a car is in February, with an average daily rate of just ₱1,705. Conversely, January is the priciest month, averaging ₱1,990 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.
January
₱1,990
February
₱1,705
March
₱1,876
April
₱1,876
May
₱1,990
June
₱1,990
July
₱1,876
August
₱1,876
September
₱1,762
October
₱1,876
November
₱1,876
December
₱1,933
What car do most people rent in Kota Kinabalu?
Economy rentals (Honda City or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Kota Kinabalu. Full-size rentals (Toyota Fortuner or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Passenger van rentals (Toyota Avanza or similar).
Which car rental 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 September 16, 2025.
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
Avis
1 location
Agtran
1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Pick-up/drop-off
8.0
Value
8.0
Europcar
3 reviews•2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
9.0
Overall
8.0
Pick-up/drop-off
8.0
Value
8.6
keddy by Europcar
3 locations
Sixt
2 locations
Pacific
1 location
Prima Odyssey
1 location
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 September 16, 2025.
Can I rent a car for a month in Kota Kinabalu?
Yes, renting a vehicle in Kota Kinabalu for a month is certainly possible.