Kia rental in Almaty

Rent-Trip's fleet has 18 Kia models — from the budget Rio 2016 at 13,000 ₸/day to the business sedan K8 2022 and the electric minivan EV9 2024. We'll help you choose which Kia to take for the city, the mountains, the family or cargo transport.

Why Kia is a practical choice for rental in Almaty

Kia in the Rent-Trip fleet covers every scenario — from a budget city trip to a family outing and cargo transport. Here's why the brand is convenient specifically for rental.

Why Kia is suitable for rental in Almaty

The Rent-Trip fleet has 18 Kia models — the widest lineup of the brand among the city's rental companies, and it covers all six classes: from economy to business and commercial. The lineup spans five body types: sedans Rio, Cerato, Optima, K5, K7, K8, the Picanto hatchback, Seltos, Sportage, Sorento crossovers, Carnival and EV9 minivans, and the Bongo truck. Almost every Kia in the fleet has an automatic — this takes the load off the driver in Almaty traffic jams and on mountain serpentines; only the 2019 Kia Bongo has a manual, which makes sense for a truck. Consumables and spare parts for Kia in Almaty are available at any specialized service, so scheduled maintenance doesn't take a car out of rotation for long. In our experience, Kia is one of the few brands where a client can book an economy sedan one day and switch to business class a week later without changing the familiar control interface.

How Kia differs from other brands in the fleet

Kia at Rent-Trip is represented in six of the fleet's eight classes, including a commercial truck and a premium electric vehicle. The 2019 Kia Bongo covers the commercial class with a manual and a truck body, while the 2024 Kia EV9 is an electric minivan with range for city and highway. In between are the sedans Rio, Cerato, Optima, K5, K7, K8, the Seltos, Sportage, Sorento crossovers and the Carnival minivans. Such density of classes within one brand simplifies substitutions: if your booking for a 2024 Kia Seltos shifts in timing, we'll offer a comparable option from the same lineup. Spare parts and consumables for Kia in Almaty are available at any service, so cars quickly return to service after scheduled maintenance — the client encounters vehicle substitutions less often.

Kia body types in the fleet: sedan, hatchback, crossover, minivan, truck

• Sedans: Rio, Cerato, Optima, K5, K7, K8 — six models for the city, highway and business meetings.
• Hatchback: Kia Picanto 2020 — a compact body for parking in central Almaty.
• Crossovers: Seltos, Sportage, Sorento — raised seating position and ground clearance for mountain routes.
• Minivans: Carnival and EV9 — 7 seats and a large trunk for a family or group.
• Truck: Kia Bongo 2019 — a flatbed platform for cargo transport within the city.
• For mountain roads choose a crossover or minivan — clearance and seating position matter more than power.
• For cargo transport within the city, a Bongo with a manual and a platform body is enough.

The full Kia lineup at Rent-Trip: prices and classes

Below are all 18 Kia models in the Rent-Trip fleet with class, body, transmission and price per day; the table will help you quickly choose an option for your budget.

Table of all Kia models in the Rent-Trip fleet

The most affordable Kia in the fleet

• Kia Rio 2016: Economy, Sedan, Automatic, from 13,000 ₸/day — the lowest price in the lineup.
• Kia Picanto 2020: Economy, Hatchback, Automatic, from 13,990 ₸/day — a compact body for the city center.
• Kia Cerato 2017: Comfort, Sedan, Automatic, from 18,000 ₸/day — an upgrade to the comfort class for a minimal surcharge.
• The difference between the Picanto and the Rio 2016 — 990 ₸ per day, but the hatchback is noticeably more compact.
• For the highway to Kolsai it's better to take a sedan: the trunk and seating position are more comfortable on a long route.

Top Kia models: business and electric minivan

The top of the Kia lineup at Rent-Trip — the Kia K8 2022 business sedan (from 79,990 ₸/day) and the Kia EV9 2024 electric minivan (from 94,990 ₸/day). Between them in class sits the Kia K7 2018 (Business, Sedan, Automatic, from 35,990 ₸/day) — a business class at a more affordable price. The EV9 is the only electric vehicle of the brand in the fleet; before a long trip, check the charging map along the route in WhatsApp so you don't plan the highway blindly. The Kia K8 2022 is a sedan with a full set of options for business meetings and transfers around Almaty. In our experience, the K8 is most often taken for 2-3 days to host partners from other cities: the car covers the airport, the negotiations, and an evening trip to the mountains.

Which Kia to take for the task: city, mountains, family, cargo

The task determines the model: for the city, an economy car is enough; for the mountains, you need a crossover; for a family, a minivan; for cargo, a Bongo.

Kia for the city and daily trips

For the city at Rent-Trip, the Kia Picanto 2020 (from 13,990 ₸/day) and Kia Rio 2021 (from 19,990 ₸/day) are optimal — compact, automatic, easy to park in the center. The Kia Picanto 2020 is a hatchback just over 3.5 meters long: it fits into narrow spots on Abay and Dostyk, where a sedan takes longer to find a place. The Kia Rio 2021 is an economy-class sedan with a trunk for daily tasks and airport trips. In Almaty, Sergek cameras monitor speed closely — in a Picanto or Rio it's easier to keep up with the city pace without fines than in a large crossover. Our practical advice: if the day's route is home-office-mall, take the Picanto; if you're also planning an evening trip out of town, add the Rio 2021 — the price difference pays off in comfort on the highway.

Kia for the mountains and long routes

For the mountains and long routes at Rent-Trip, take crossovers — the Kia Seltos 2024 (from 30,000 ₸/day), Kia Sportage 2025 (from 60,000 ₸/day) or Kia Sorento 2022 (from 44,990 ₸/day). Ground clearance and a raised seating position matter more than power on the winding roads to Medeu, Shymbulak and over the pass to the Charyn Canyon. The Kia Seltos 2024 is a fresh crossover with an automatic and economical fuel consumption for long highways. The Kia Sorento 2022 has a larger body, comfortable for 5-6 people with luggage to Kolsai. The Kia Sportage 2025 is the newest version in the lineup, with up-to-date equipment for long trips. In our experience, the Seltos and Sorento are the ones most often taken on the Almaty — Charyn — Kolsai route: both cars confidently handle the winding roads and don't require refueling on the way back if the tank is full at the start.

Kia for family and group

• Kia Carnival 2024: Minivan, Automatic, from 64,990 ₸/day — a fresh version with 7-8 seats for a family.
• Kia Carnival 2018: Minivan, Automatic, from 49,990 ₸/day — the same layout at a more affordable price.
• Kia EV9 2024: Electric minivan, from 94,990 ₸/day — for those who want a quiet ride and zero emissions.
• Kia Sorento 2022: Crossover, from 44,990 ₸/day — a compromise between capacity and maneuverability.
• Child seat available ask in advance on WhatsApp — we'll find a Carnival with a comfortable second-row layout.

Kia for cargo transport and work

The Kia Bongo 2019 (Commercial, Truck, Manual, from 21,990 ₸/day) covers cargo transport within the city and short intercity runs. The flatbed platform lets you carry furniture, building materials, event equipment and goods for marketplace delivery. A manual makes sense here: in a truck, control of traction under load matters more than shifting comfort. The Kia Bongo 2019 is the only model of the brand in the fleet with a manual gearbox. In our experience, the Bongo is most often taken for 1-2 days for an office move or delivering a batch of goods around Almaty; for regular runs it's more cost-effective to take it for a week or more — then the price is lower, and we quote the exact amount on WhatsApp.

Fresh or higher version: Rio, Sportage, Sorento, Carnival

In the Rent-Trip fleet, five Kia models are represented in two generations at once — these are different cars with different prices and equipment.

Kia Rio 2016 and Kia Rio 2021

• Kia Rio 2016: Economy, Sedan, Automatic, from 13,000 ₸/day — the most affordable entry point in the line-up.
• Kia Rio 2021: Economy, Sedan, Automatic, from 19,990 ₸/day — a newer generation with up-to-date equipment.
• Price difference: 6,990 ₸ per day between the older and the newer version.
• For a short trip around the city, the Rio 2016 is enough — savings without losing practicality.
• For the highway and long rentals the Rio 2021 is better: a newer chassis and less wear on a long route.

Kia Cerato 2017 and Kia Cerato 2022

• Kia Cerato 2017: Comfort, Sedan, Automatic, from 18,000 ₸/day — the most affordable comfort-class sedan in the line-up.
• Kia Cerato 2022: Comfort, Sedan, Automatic, from 20,990 ₸/day — a newer version with up-to-date equipment.
• For the city and the airport the Cerato 2017 is enough, while for the highway and long rentals the Cerato 2022 is more convenient.

Kia Sportage 2018 and Kia Sportage 2025

• Kia Sportage 2018: SUVs, Crossover, Automatic, from 34,990 ₸/day — a proven body for the mountains.
• Kia Sportage 2025: SUVs, Crossover, Automatic, from 60,000 ₸/day — the current generation with new equipment.
• Price difference: 25,010 ₸ per day — the biggest gap between generations in the Kia line-up.
• For a budget mountain trip the Sportage 2018 gets the job done without overpaying.
• For a premium route for comfort on the highway, take the Sportage 2025.

Kia Sorento 2017 and Kia Sorento 2022

• Kia Sorento 2017: SUVs, Crossover, Automatic, from 35,990 ₸/day — a large body at an affordable price.
• Kia Sorento 2022: SUVs, Crossover, Automatic, from 44,990 ₸/day — a newer generation with up-to-date electronics.
• Price difference: 9,000 ₸ per day between generations.
• For a group with luggage both versions offer the same volume; the difference is in equipment and year.
• For a long route the Sorento 2022 is preferable: the fresh suspension handles winding mountain roads more smoothly.

Kia Carnival 2018 and Kia Carnival 2024

• Kia Carnival 2018: Minivans, Minivan, Automatic, from 49,990 ₸/day — 7-8 seats at an affordable price.
• Kia Carnival 2024: Minivans, Minivan, Automatic, from 64,990 ₸/day — a newer version with an up-to-date interior.
• Price difference: 15,000 ₸ per day between generations.
• For a family trip the Carnival 2018 is enough for 2-3 days.
• For a long tour around the country, take the Carnival 2024 — a fresh interior and less fatigue on a long journey.

What's included in a Kia rental: mileage, deposit, contract, insurance

The Rent-Trip rate includes mileage up to 200 km per day, a contract, insurance and 24/7 support; the deposit depends on the car class.

What is included in the Kia rental rate

• Mileage: up to 200 km per day; beyond the limit — an additional charge per kilometer, the amount is specified in the contract.
• Contract: official, with the vehicle's condition and rental terms recorded.
• Insurance: included in the rate for all Kia models in the fleet.
• 24/7 Support: available for any questions on the road and in the parking lot.
• Delivery: to Almaty airport, to a hotel or to an address within the city limits.
• Pre-handover inspection: inspection of the body, interior, fluid levels and tires together with the client.

Deposit by Kia class at Rent-Trip

The deposit is returned within 1-3 business days after the car is returned without damage or fines.

Contract, insurance and 24/7 support

The Kia rental agreement at Rent-Trip records the condition of the car at the time of handover, the rental period, the mileage limit and the return conditions. Insurance is included in the rate: the client does not take out a separate policy and does not pay for basic coverage. 24/7 support is available throughout the rental period — from route advice to roadside assistance. In our experience, the most frequent call is a question about parking in central Almaty and about refueling before return; we answer right away, without transferring to other lines. If an emergency occurs on the road, we will advise the nearest service partner and the procedure under the agreement.

Kia in the mountains and on the highway: Medeu, Shymbulak, Charyn, Kolsai

Mountain routes from Almaty require the right model and preparation — we break down which Kia to choose for each trip.

Kia for Medeu and Shymbulak

For a short mountain trip to Medeu and Shymbulak at Rent-Trip, a Kia Seltos 2024 (from 30,000 ₸/day) or Kia Sportage 2018 (from 34,990 ₸/day) is enough. The drive from the city to Medeu takes 20-30 minutes, and to Shymbulak there is also the cable car from Medeu. The ground clearance of the crossovers is sufficient for asphalt and climbs on the winding road. In winter there can be snow and ice on this route — take a crossover with winter tires; we check their condition before handover. In our experience, Seltos and Sportage are the most often taken to Medeu and Shymbulak: both cars confidently handle the climb and do not overheat in summer heat on the ascent.

Kia for the Charyn Canyon and Kolsai

For the Charyn Canyon and Kolsai Lake at Rent-Trip, people most often take a Kia Sorento 2022 (from 44,990 ₸/day) or Kia Sportage 2025 (from 60,000 ₸/day). The route to Charyn is about 200 km one way along a highway with a dirt section on the approach to the canyon; to Kolsai it is about 280 km over a mountain pass. A crossover with a raised seating position handles dirt and winding roads more confidently than a sedan. The mileage in the rate is 200 km per day; to Charyn and Kolsai the route exceeds the limit, so plan for an extra charge per kilometer over the norm. In our experience, Sorento 2022 and Sportage 2025 are the most often taken to Kolsai: both cars comfortably handle the pass and the long one-way highway.

Kia for trips to Kyrgyzstan and long tours

• Kia Sorento 2022: Crossover, from 44,990 ₸/day — for trips to Kyrgyzstan via Korday.
• Kia Carnival 2024: Minivan, from 64,990 ₸/day — for a group of 6-7 people on a long tour.
• Kia Sportage 2025: Crossover, from 60,000 ₸/day — a fresh version for a long route.
• Documents for travel outside Kazakhstan, check in advance on WhatsApp — we will arrange a power of attorney and insurance.
• Mileage over 200 km per day — extra charge per kilometer under the agreement.

Preparing a Kia for a mountain route

Before a mountain trip at Rent-Trip, we check fluid levels, tire condition, tire pressure and brake operation. For routes to Medeu, Shymbulak, Charyn and Kolsai this is a mandatory checklist — winding roads and mountain passes do not forgive carelessness. The client should check the washer fluid supply and the presence of a tow rope: on the dirt sections of the approach to the canyon they are sometimes needed. In winter, on mountain routes there is a recommendation to take a crossover with winter tires — in a sedan, the climb to Medeu in snow can become a problem. In our experience, not a single mountain trip has gone without a preliminary check of the brake system: on a winding road this is critical.

Delivery, payment and support: how to pick up a Kia at Rent-Trip

We deliver Kia to Almaty airport, to a hotel or to an address within the city; payment is via Kaspi and Halyk, support works around the clock.

Kia delivery to the airport and around the city

Rent-Trip delivers Kia to Almaty airport, to a hotel or to an address within the city. Airport delivery is convenient for those who arrive and immediately leave on business or to the mountains: the car waits in the parking lot, the client signs the agreement on site. Around the city, delivery works within Almaty; we agree on the time in advance on WhatsApp. For business-class models Kia K7 2018 and Kia K8 2022, delivery with a driver is possible — this is convenient for transfers and business meetings. In our experience, we most often deliver Kia Seltos 2024 and Kia Rio 2021 — for the airport and short city routes.

Payment for Kia rental

• Kaspi: transfer or card payment — the most common method among our clients.
• Halyk: Bank transfer and Halyk card are accepted on all bookings.
• Cash: We accept at the office when the car is handed over or on delivery within the city.
• Prepayment: For long-term bookings and top models Kia K8 2022 and EV9 2024.
• Rental from one week: the price is lower; we quote the exact amount via WhatsApp.

24/7 support throughout the Kia rental period

Rent-Trip support works around the clock throughout the entire Kia rental period. The client can message us on WhatsApp about anything: clarify the route, find the nearest gas station, arrange a rental extension or report an emergency. If the car requires service intervention, we will point you to the nearest service partner in Almaty and explain the procedure under the contract. We arrange rental extensions via WhatsApp — if the model is available for the required dates, we leave it with the client without returning it to the office. In our practice, most support requests are about extensions and mountain routes; we reply within a few minutes.

Conclusion

Kia in our rental covers every scenario: the economy hatchback Picanto for the city center, the Rio and Cerato sedans for daily routes, the Seltos, Sportage and Sorento crossovers for the mountains and highway, the Carnival and EV9 minivans for a family and a group, the Bongo truck for cargo transport. A lineup of 18 models with prices from 13,000 ₸ per day lets you pick a car to fit your budget and task without compromise. When choosing, focus on the route: for the city, economy and comfort are enough; for the mountains and long trips, a crossover; for the family, a minivan; for work, the Bongo. A newer version of a model costs more than an older one, but offers up-to-date equipment and less wear on a long route. Mileage up to 200 km per day, insurance, the contract and 24/7 support are included in the rate — when planning, only factor in the per-kilometer surcharge beyond the limit on long routes.