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Cheap car rentals in Sabah

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Perodua Myvi car
Perodua Myvi
or similar SMALL
2
2
4-5
$26/day
Perodua Axia car
Perodua Axia
or similar SMALL
4
2
4-5
$25/day
Perodua Bezza car
Perodua Bezza
or similar LARGE
5
2
2/4
$26/day
Class Standard Van car
Class Standard Van
or similar VAN
5
3
4-5
$49/day
Hyundai Santa Fe car
Hyundai Santa Fe
or similar SUV
5
5
4-5
$93/day
Nissan X-Trail car
Nissan X-Trail
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
$60/day
Mitsubishi Outlander car
Mitsubishi Outlander
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
$80/day
Best rates found by KAYAK users in the past 48 hours.

Top tips for renting a car in Sabah

  • Driving in Sabah is easy, provided you keep the speed limit in mind. The cities in the Sabah region use the Km/h system. The statutory speed limit on expressways is 110 km/h (70 mph), but is reduced to 80 km/h (50 mph) on steep stretches, crosswind areas, and urban areas with high traffic capacity. On federal roads, the speed limit is 90 km/h (55 mph) and 50 km/h (30 mph) in town areas. On state roads, the speed limit is 90 km/h (30 mph) and 60 km/h (35 mph) in town areas. These are only the statutory speed limits, but if you encounter posted speed limits, please observe them.
  • Road signs in Sabah are in accordance with international road signs. Despite the occasional Malay words, foreigners can easily understand the basic traffic signs. Also, Sabah roads are famous for the high number of motorcyclists using the roads. Always yield to them as they have the right of way regardless of whether they are observing traffic rules.
  • Any vehicle drivers and passengers that do not use seatbelts are often charged. Therefore, passengers and drivers in the front or rear of the vehicle must have seat belts on. Children under 12 should be secured in safety seats. Most rental agencies provide booster seats at additional charges. They provide age and size-appropriate safety seats.
  • You can easily find street parking in Sabah region cities like Ranau, Sandakan, and Kota Kinabalu. They offer parking charged hourly, daily, and monthly. They are primarily available in the downtown areas of the cities. The cities also provide metered parking and public parking garages, easy to use with parking apps. Most hotels and malls offer free parking to drivers using their services. Overnight parking, weekends, and holidays are free.
  • 25% of our users found rental cars in Sabah for $29 or less
  • Book your rental car in Sabah at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Full-size rental cars in Sabah are around 37% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about renting a car in Sabah

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Sabah?

    On average a rental car in Sabah costs $51 per day.

  • What is the most popular rental car in Sabah?

    Full-size (Perodua Bezza or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Sabah.

  • What is the cheapest car rental company in Sabah?

    In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at GREEN MOTION ($25/day), keddy by Europcar ($29/day) and Hertz ($30/day).

  • How can I find car rentals near me in Sabah?

    Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.

  • Where should I rent a car in Sabah?

    Based on car searches on KAYAK, the most popular cities to rent a car in Sabah are Kota Kinabalu (93% of total searches of users looking to rent a car in Sabah), Sandakan (6%) and Tawau (1%).

  • How much does it cost to rent a car for a week in Sabah?

    On average a rental car in Sabah costs $249 per week ($36 per day).

  • How much does it cost to rent a car long term for a month in Sabah?

    On average a rental car in Sabah costs $1,065 per month ($36 per day).

  • Should I rent a car in Sabah?

    Yes. Renting a car in Sabah offers you several benefits. They offer you the freedom to explore the region's remote areas as public transport does not offer these options. Even though the cities provide some public transport options, they are less reliable than car rentals. In addition, car rentals come with ample interior spaces to offer you comfort—hard to find with public transport. In addition, car rental agencies offer several vehicle categories to meet your style, budget, and accessibility needs. In addition, they are convenient and reliable as you avoid the hassles of commuting from the designated stops to the actual area you are visiting. With car rentals in Sabah, you also avoid rush hour hikes, extra luggage fees, and non-operational hours.

  • What is it like driving in Sabah?

    As in the rest of Malaysia, driving is done on the left side of the road. Expressways have toll booths where you conveniently pay with cash or a stored-value prepaid card such as the Touch 'n' Go card or the SmartTag. Refilling or purchasing or refilling a Touch 'n' Go Card is possible at the local grocery shops or gas stations. On selected highways, you also have reloaded lanes at the toll payment gates, and occasionally you will find customer service counters next to the highway. The slow lane is on the left lane on a three-lane road, and the fast lane is on the right lane. In a three-lane expressway, you may remain in the middle lane when driving at a constant speed or when not overtaking.

  • How old do you have to be to rent a car in Sabah?

    To rent a car in Sabah, you must be at least 18 years old. Some agencies will impose a daily young driver’s surcharge fee on renters under 25. Customers under 25 can have a limit to the vehicle categories they rent. Some rental agencies require you to have held the license for more than a year before renting. Renters must provide valid driving licenses.

Car rental locations in Sabah

Car rental directory

  • kk

    KK Rent A Car car rental locations in Sabah

    31 Locations

  • greenmatrix

    Green Matrix car rental locations in Sabah

    5 Locations

  • agtran

    Agtran car rental locations in Sabah

    3 Locations

  • avis

    Avis car rental locations in Sabah

    3 Locations

  • hawk

    Hawk car rental locations in Sabah

    3 Locations

  • mayflower

    Mayflower car rental locations in Sabah

    3 Locations

  • keddy

    keddy by Europcar car rental locations in Sabah

    3 Locations

  • europcar

    Europcar car rental locations in Sabah

    2 Locations

  • hertz

    Hertz car rental locations in Sabah

    2 Locations

  • sixtrentacar

    Sixt car rental locations in Sabah

    2 Locations

  • sunnycars

    Sunnycars car rental locations in Sabah

    2 Locations

  • thrifty

    Thrifty car rental locations in Sabah

    2 Locations

Good to know

Most popular agency

GREEN MOTION

Most popular car type

Full-size

Average price

$36/day

Good deal

$29/day

When to book a rental car in Sabah

Average daily price per month
Rental car prices as pick-up date approaches

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