Kenya car hires in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Kenya. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 8 April 2025.
Most common car type | Full-size |
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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Kenya?
Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Kenya 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 April 2025.
January
R1 378
February
R1 456
March
R1 223
April
R1 184
May
R1 339
June
R1 281
July
R1 572
August
R1 456
September
R1 145
October
R1 475
November
R1 339
December
R1 650
Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Kenya is September. The most expensive time to rent a car is December. 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.
Compare available car types for rental in Kenya
Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Kenya 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 April 2025.
Small cars | R954 - R1 801 | |
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All Car Types | R1 142 - R2 269 |
To hire a small car in Kenya, you would pay an average price of R1 214/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Kenya (~R954/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~R1 801/day). In fact, June is about 22% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Kenya. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Kenya, renting a small car saves you 31% 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.
To hire a medium car in Kenya, you would pay an average price of R1 512/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Kenya (~R991/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is October (~R2 404/day). In fact, April is about 35% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Kenya. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Kenya, renting a medium car saves you 14% 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.
To hire a large car in Kenya, you would pay an average price of R2 021/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Kenya (~R2 506/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is May (~R4 081/day). In fact, February is about 23% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Kenya. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Kenya, renting a large car is 14% 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 SUV in Kenya, you would pay an average price of R2 758/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Kenya (~R1 652/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is May (~R4 256/day). In fact, September is about 41% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Kenya. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Kenya, renting a SUV is 37% 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.
Top rental agencies in Kenya
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Kenya known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Kenya. Reviews were last updated on 8 April 2025.
Book your reservation with one of the top car hiring agencies located in Kenya, including those serving the greater Nairobi, Mombasa and Malindi area. Helpful information on each car hire agency is available, including reviews, pricing, pickup location, and more.
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GREEN MOTION
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Autounion Car Rental
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Unicorn Rent A Car
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Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Kenya, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 8 April 2025.
Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Kenya?
Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Avis (10,0 rating), GREEN MOTION (7,0 rating) and Hertz (6,2 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Kenya.
What is the most popular car hire provider in Kenya?
When hiring a car in Kenya, the most popular provider of hire cars among Cheapflights users is Autounion Car Rental, and with prices around R976/day, it’s easy to understand why. The most popular car type from Autounion Car Rental is ECONOMY, which starts as low as R858/day.
What side of the road do you drive on in Kenya?
Cars travel on the left side of the road in Kenya.