Kuwait City car rentals

Yes, automatic cars are available in most car renting companies in Kuwait City. As cars with manual transmission are more common in many countries, you might have to pay an additional charge for renting an automatic car.

The average gas price in Kuwait City is C$ 1.78 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between C$ 21 and C$ 28, depending on the car size.

Standard (Class Convertible or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Kuwait City.

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

A Standard car rental in Kuwait City costs C$ 80 per day, on average.

When driving in Kuwait City, it is recommended to use a compact or midsize vehicle. The city can experience heavy traffic congestion, especially during peak hours, and the streets are often narrow with limited parking spaces. A smaller vehicle provides better maneuverability, making it easier to navigate through traffic and find parking. Additionally, smaller vehicles tend to have better fuel efficiency, which can be advantageous considering the high fuel costs in Kuwait.

Kuwait City's urban roads within residential areas feature a speed limit of 60 km/h (about 37 mph). However, it is essential to check the posted signs indicating specific speed limits, as some areas may feature lower speed limits. On major urban roads and highways, the speed limit usually ranges from 80 to 100 km/h (around 50 to 62 mph), depending on the road and its location.

One of the best places to park your car rental in Kuwait City is the Avenues Mall, which is one of the city's largest shopping centers. The mall offers ample parking spaces at convenient rates. The parking rates in this mall usually range from about 0.5 KWD (1 USD) to 1 KWD (2 USD) per hour, depending on the duration of the stay.