Kenya car rentals 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 23 March 2025.
Most common car type | Compact |
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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 23 March 2025.
January
$123
February
$132
March
$118
April
$108
May
$120
June
$113
July
$137
August
$129
September
$104
October
$132
November
$120
December
$148
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 23 March 2025.
Small cars | $71 - $89 | |
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All Car Types | $71 - $182 |
To hire a small car in Kenya, you would pay an average price of $53/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Kenya (~$71/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~$89/day). In fact, May is about 33% 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, hiring a small car saves you 42% 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 $74/day. July is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Kenya (~$75/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~$182/day). In fact, July is about 1% 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, hiring a medium car saves you 19% 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.
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 23 March 2025.
Autounion Car Rental
DISCOUNT.QUEBEC
Unicorn Rent A Car
GREEN MOTION
Sunnycars
Ace
Avis
Budget
Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Kenya, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 23 March 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?
In Kenya, drivers are expected to drive on the left side of the road.