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Car Rental in Nairobi

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A rental car here costs $173 a day on average, about $1 217 for a week. The most popular car class is SUV, at about $228 a day. Auto-Union is the cheapest for a small car, about $75 a day. Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Aug 2026.

  • Meet and greet: 2 · Free shuttle bus: 1
  • Free cancellation: 4 of 4
  • Auto-Union
  • Green Motion
  • U-Save
  • Avis

Where to pick up in Nairobi

Pick-up point Type Suppliers From / day Average wait
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport · 13 km Airport 3 $74 —
Nairobi Wilson Airport · 4 km Airport 1 $115 —
Nairobi Downtown · 5 km City office 1 $122 —

Car rental prices in Nairobi by car type

Class Typical cars Suppliers From / day Typical / day
Mini Suzuki Alto 1 $73
Economy Toyota Vitz, Toyota Yaris, Nissan Note 3 $74
Compact Toyota Axio, Mitsubishi Lancer, Toyota Corolla 4 $79
Intermediate Toyota Allion, Toyota Corolla, Mitsubishi Galant 2 $91
Standard Toyota Rav4 1 $172
Full size Toyota Hilux 1 $195
Station wagon Toyota Corolla Estate, Toyota Fielder 3 $83
Large SUV Toyota Prado 1 $203
SUV Toyota Prado, Toyota Rav4, Mitsubishi Pajero 4 $142 $221
5-seat MPV Nissan NV200 1 $154
7-seat minivan Toyota Hiace, Toyota Noah 3 $155
Cargo van Toyota Prado 4X4 1 $213

The from price is among the lowest prices seen. Half of the offers were cheaper than the typical price. Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Aug 2026. Rental companies guarantee the car class, not the exact model. Live availability and prices are shown in search results. How we collect prices

Suzuki Alto rental car in Nairobi Auto-Union

Suzuki Alto

or similar

  • 4 seats
  • 1 bag
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $73/day
Toyota Yaris rental car in Nairobi Auto-Union

Toyota Yaris

or similar

  • 4 seats
  • 1 bag
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $74/day
Toyota Vitz rental car in Nairobi Auto-Union

Toyota Vitz

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $74/day
Toyota Axio rental car in Nairobi Auto-Union

Toyota Axio

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $79/day
Nissan Note rental car in Nairobi U-Save

Nissan Note

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $90/day
Toyota Corolla rental car in Nairobi U-Save

Toyota Corolla

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 3 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $93/day
Mitsubishi Lancer rental car in Nairobi Avis

Mitsubishi Lancer

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $122/day

Exotic car rental Nairobi

Car rental companies in Nairobi

Prices and conditions come from searches on TREWL and may have changed. Ratings come from CarTrawler customer reviews, as shown in searches up to Aug 2026. Live availability and prices are shown in search results. How we collect prices

Auto-Union

Meet and greet CDW included Credit card only
from $115/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 0.0 Cleanliness 0.0 Service at the rental desk 0.0 Pick-up process 0.0 Drop-off process 0.0

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Airport fee
  • Breakdown assistance
  • Taxes
  • Deductible from $689

Policies

  • Full to full
  • Unlimited mileage on selected cars
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up

Extras (paid at the desk)

Snow chains · GPS · Infant seat · Child seat

Office

Auto-Union at Nairobi Wilson Airport
Nairobi Airport Wilson, Karen, Langata Rd, Nairobi, Kenya
+254717600100

Green Motion

Meet and greet CDW included Credit card only
from $114/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 0.0 Cleanliness 0.0 Service at the rental desk 0.0 Pick-up process 0.0 Drop-off process 0.0

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Breakdown assistance
  • Taxes
  • Deductible from $795

Policies

  • Full to full
  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
  • Free additional driver
  • Pre-registration available

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Infant seat · Child seat

Office

Green Motion at Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, Airport N Rd, Nairobi, Kenya, Embakasi
254706719299 / +254733719299

U-Save

Free shuttle bus CDW included Credit card only
from $88/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 0.0 Cleanliness 0.0 Service at the rental desk 0.0 Pick-up process 0.0 Drop-off process 0.0

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Breakdown assistance
  • Taxes
  • Deductible from $403

Policies

  • Full to full
  • Unlimited mileage on selected cars
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
  • Pre-registration available

Extras (paid at the desk)

Infant seat · Child seat

Office

U-Save at Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport
Jomo Kenyatta Interational Airport, P.O.Box 49713-00100, Nairobi
+254 715 137 469, +254 719 247 247

Avis

CDW included Credit card only
from $122/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 0.0 Cleanliness 0.0 Service at the rental desk 0.0 Pick-up process 0.0 Drop-off process 0.0

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Airport fee
  • Breakdown assistance
  • Taxes
  • Deductible from $1 936

Policies

  • Full to full
  • Limited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat · Additional driver

Office

Avis in Nairobi Downtown
P O Box 48296 PO Box 48296, Nairobi, 00100
+254 731 665 000

Rental conditions in Nairobi

Based on 4 suppliers here and nearby. Data from the 12 months to Aug 2026.

Debit card Not accepted by any of the 4 suppliers.
Credit card Usually required, in the main driver's name. 4 of 4 suppliers list no debit option.
Mileage Unlimited at 3 of 4 suppliers. Limited at Avis.
Fuel policy Full to full (4 suppliers)
Transmission Automatic 83%, manual 17%.
Cancellation Free up to 48 hours before pick-up at 4 suppliers.
Insurance included Theft protection (TP) (4 suppliers), Collision damage waiver (CDW) (4 suppliers), Third-party liability (TPL) (3 suppliers). Deductible: $403–$1 936.
Included in the price Breakdown assistance, Taxes, Airport fee
Free additional driver Auto-Union and Green Motion
Extras Infant seat (4 suppliers), Child seat (4 suppliers), GPS (3 suppliers), Snow chains (1 supplier), Booster seat (1 supplier)
Special offers Free additional driver (2 suppliers), Pre-registration available (2 suppliers)

Driving in Kenya: drive on the left · 0.08% blood alcohol. Driving rules

Car rental in Nairobi: what to expect

83% of the cars offered here are automatic. Mileage is unlimited at 3 of 4 suppliers. Most suppliers allow free cancellation up to 48 hours before pick-up.

People who search here most often live in Spain, South Africa and Kenya. A typical rental lasts 10 days.

Car rental in Nairobi: FAQ

How much does it cost to rent a car in Nairobi?
Car rental in Nairobi starts from $73 per day, and the average price is $173 per day. Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Aug 2026. At the average daily rate, a rental costs about $521 for a 3-day weekend and $1 217 for a week. Rentals of a month or longer usually get a lower daily rate. The final price depends on the season, the car class, the rental company and how early you book.

What are the most popular types of rental cars in Nairobi?
These are the car types people opened most often in searches on TREWL in Nairobi over the last 12 months, with their average daily prices:
  • SUV: $228 per day
Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Aug 2026. Smaller cars are usually the cheapest, while SUVs, vans and premium cars cost more but offer extra space and comfort.

Which car rental companies are the most popular in Nairobi?
These are the rental companies people opened most often in searches on TREWL in Nairobi over the last 12 months:
  • Auto-Union, average price $138 per day
  • Green Motion
Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Aug 2026.

Which is the cheapest car rental company in Nairobi?
By the average daily price of a small car (mini, economy or compact), the cheapest rental companies in Nairobi are:
  • Auto-Union: about $75 per day
  • U-Save: about $90 per day
  • Green Motion: about $114 per day
Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Aug 2026. For the lowest price, book early, choose a smaller car and check the fuel policy and deposit before you pay.

Where do I pick up my rental car in Nairobi?
It depends on the rental company, and the pick-up type is shown for each company on this page.
  • Free shuttle bus to the rental office: U-Save
  • Meet and greet, where a company representative meets you and hands over the car: Auto-Union and Green Motion
Your booking confirmation always includes the exact pick-up address and instructions.

Can I pick up a car in Nairobi and return it somewhere else?
Yes, one-way rentals are possible with many companies, but they usually charge a one-way fee, which is higher for longer distances or for drop-offs in another country. In Nairobi, one-way rentals are offered by Auto-Union. Enter a different drop-off location in the search form to see one-way prices with the fee included.

What is the minimum age to rent a car in Nairobi?
The minimum age to rent a car in Nairobi is usually 21, although some companies accept drivers from 18 and others require 23 or 25 for larger or premium cars. Drivers under 25 usually pay a daily young driver fee, and some companies limit younger drivers to smaller car classes. You also need to have held your driving license for at least one year.

Can I rent a car in Nairobi with a debit card?
Rental companies in Nairobi typically accept major credit cards such as Visa, Mastercard and American Express. The card must be in the main driver's name and have enough funds for the security deposit. Debit and prepaid cards are accepted only by some companies, sometimes with a higher deposit or extra checks. The accepted cards are listed for each company on this page.

Which car rental companies in Nairobi offer unlimited mileage?
Green Motion includes unlimited mileage on all cars in Nairobi. Auto-Union and U-Save offer it on some cars only. The mileage policy is shown in each offer before you book. With limited mileage, every kilometer or mile over the daily allowance is charged extra.

What fuel policy do rental companies use in Nairobi?
The fuel policy is shown for each company on this page. The most common ones in Nairobi are:
  • Full to full: you get the car with a full tank and return it full. This is usually the cheapest option because you only pay for the fuel you use at pump prices. Refuel near the drop-off point, or the company will charge for the missing fuel plus a service fee. Offered by Avis, Auto-Union, Green Motion and U-Save.
  • Same to same: you return the car with the same fuel level as at pick-up.

What extras can I add to a car rental in Nairobi?
You can add extras when you book or at the rental desk:
  • Additional driver: another person can share the driving if they meet the same requirements as the main driver (age and a valid driving license). Most companies charge a daily fee, but in Nairobi Auto-Union and Green Motion include an additional driver for free.
  • GPS navigation, to find your way on unfamiliar roads
  • Child seats, infant seats and booster seats, which are required by law for young children in most countries
  • Extra insurance that lowers or removes the excess you pay if the car is damaged.
Extras are limited, so it's best to reserve them together with the car.

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