Car hires in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah

In most cases, there is no fee when you cancel your Kota Kinabalu car hire. You can check to see whether or not your preferred car hire company in Kota Kinabalu offers free cancellation when booking with momondo.

If you are hiring a vehicle in Kota Kinabalu, then be aware that the current speed limit within city or town limits is 70 km/h, unless otherwise posted. Suburban speed limits around Kota Kinabalu will generally have a speed limit of 90 km/h. If you are travelling on a motorway in Kota Kinabalu, then the speed limit is 110 km/h.

If you’re interested in hiring the Hyundai Santa Fe in Kota Kinabalu, then Hertz is the most popular car hire company in the city that offers this vehicle (as well as other similar SUV hire). Hyundai Santa Fe hire in Kota Kinabalu from Hertz is €81 per day on average.

During the month of April the average temperature in Kota Kinabalu is 27 °C and the expected precipitation is 128 mm. This information is useful for travellers looking for a car hire in Kota Kinabalu.

Prices for cars in Kota Kinabalu refresh daily.

As of April 2025, there are 58 operators available to choose from for cars in Kota Kinabalu.

The minimum age for drivers varies by country, including Kota Kinabalu. In many EU countries drivers must be 18 years old. As a rule, you’ll need to be 21 to hire a car abroad, and a young driver surcharge may be applied if you are under 25. We recommend reading through the policy of your chosen hire company before booking.

To hire a car in Kota Kinabalu, all drivers must present a valid full driving license. If the license is written in a language other than the language of the country of hire, an International Driving Permit may be required to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you're hiring a car abroad, you may also need to provide evidence of your return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We always recommend that you verify with the specific hire company you're booking with.