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Cheap Car Hire in Kenya from R871

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Kenya with a pick-up date of 19/7 and drop-off date of 24/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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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 28 April 2025.

Most common car type

Full-size

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 28 April 2025.

January

R1 343

February

R1 399

March

R1 156

April

R1 063

May

R1 268

June

R1 250

July

R1 530

August

R1 399

September

R1 100

October

R1 399

November

R1 268

December

R1 585

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Kenya is April. 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.

Popular car types in Kenya

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Kenya and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 28 April 2025.

There are 15 hire agencies servicing Kenya. These agencies, altogether, have 66 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Kenya with prices from R871 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 2 car types you can hire in Kenya:

Compact

Compact

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

R2 310+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

R1 540+

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 28 April 2025.

Small cars

R916 - R1 833

All Car Types

R1 097 - R2 180

To hire a small car in Kenya, you would pay an average price of R1 175/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Kenya (~R916/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~R1 833/day). In fact, June is about 23% 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 30% 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. Here are the best Kenya small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Kenya, you would pay an average price of R1 444/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Kenya (~R952/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is October (~R2 310/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 R1 941/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Kenya (~R2 408/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is May (~R3 921/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 682/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Kenya (~R1 588/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is May (~R4 090/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 38% 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. Here are the best Kenya SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Toyota Corolla QuestR871/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest

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 28 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.

Avis

10,0
Wonderful
1 review4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

8,0

GREEN MOTION

6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

7,0

Overall

7,0

Pick-up/drop-off

6,0

Value

7,0

Hertz

6,2
Okay
6 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,8

Comfort

7,1

Overall

6,2

Pick-up/drop-off

6,0

Value

5,7

Autounion Car Rental

10 locations

DISCOUNT.QUEBEC

7 locations

Unicorn Rent A Car

6 locations

Sunnycars

5 locations

Ace

4 locations

Best Kenya car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Kenya. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Kenya with an average daily rate of R1 573. Data was last updated on 28 April 2025.
These are some of the most attractive deals we've found on car hires within the Kenya region, including options close to Nairobi, Mombasa and Malindi. Make sure to examine important information for each deal, including price, car type, and pickup location.
Toyota Corolla QuestR871/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest
Toyota RAV4R1 540/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota RAV4
BMW X3R2 310/day
5
4
M
A/C
BMW X3

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Kenya, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 28 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 side of the road do you drive on in Kenya?

    Cars travel on the left side of the road in Kenya.

Car hires by fuel type in Kenya

Browse car hires by fuel type in Kenya. Deals were last updated on 28 April 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Kenya. There is currently 1 fuel type to choose from.

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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