Malaysia

Cheap Car Rentals in Malaysia from $20

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Malaysia car rentals in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Malaysia. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on April 27, 2024.

Most popular company

Paradise

Most common car type

Full-size

Average price per day

$41

Cheapest price per day

$20

What are the car rental prices for popular cities in Malaysia?

Discover the price range for renting a car in popular cities across Malaysia, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 200 pickup locations in Malaysia to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on April 27, 2024.

Price

$22 - $77

Out of all the popular cities in Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur is the cheapest city to rent a car in at just $22/day. Renting a car in Kuala Lumpur is 71% cheaper than renting one in Sibu where the per day rate is around $77. Other fairly inexpensive cities in Malaysia to get a rental car in are: Penang ($27/day), Johor Bahru ($29/day), and Kota Kinabalu ($32/day). While these cities typically have cheaper prices than the rest of the country, travelers looking to rent a car in Kuala Lumpur should expect to spend around $22/day on their transportation. The most popular city to rent a car in Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur.

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Malaysia?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Malaysia 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 April 27, 2024.

January

$29

February

$34

March

$32

April

$33

May

$30

June

$35

July

$37

August

$37

September

$32

October

$28

November

$30

December

$32

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Malaysia is October. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. 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 Malaysia

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Malaysia to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on April 27, 2024.

Small cars

$28 - $42

All Car Types

$47 - $65

To rent a small car in Malaysia, you would pay an average price of $33/day. May is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Malaysia (~$28/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~$42/day). In fact, May is about 18% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Malaysia. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Malaysia, renting a small car saves you 39% 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 Malaysia small car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a medium car in Malaysia, you would pay an average price of $61/day. September is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Malaysia (~$50/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~$69/day). In fact, September is about 20% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Malaysia. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Malaysia, renting a medium car is 12% 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 Malaysia medium car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a large car in Malaysia, you would pay an average price of $85/day. September is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Malaysia (~$74/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is October (~$96/day). In fact, September is about 13% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for Malaysia. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Malaysia, renting a large car is 36% 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 Malaysia large car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a SUV in Malaysia, you would pay an average price of $73/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Malaysia (~$69/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~$83/day). In fact, January is about 7% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Malaysia. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Malaysia, renting a SUV is 26% 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 Malaysia SUV rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a van in Malaysia, you would pay an average price of $73/day. March is the cheapest month to rent a van in Malaysia (~$66/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~$85/day). In fact, March is about 11% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van rental for Malaysia. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Malaysia, renting a van is 26% 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 Malaysia van rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Chevrolet Spark$20/day
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Kia Rio$20/day
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Ford Fiesta$21/day
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Top rental agencies in Malaysia

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Malaysia known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Malaysia. Reviews were last updated on April 27, 2024.
Choose from the top rental car agencies available in Malaysia, including locations near Kuala Lumpur, Langkawi and Kuah. Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Malaysia, including locations around Kuala Lumpur, Langkawi and Kuah.

Agtran

44 locations

Green Matrix

37 locations

KK Rent A Car

31 locations

Hawk

23 locations

Hertz

18 locations

Merge Car Rental

16 locations

Prima Odyssey

16 locations

Galaxy Asia Car Rental

15 locations

Best Malaysia car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Malaysia. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Malaysia with an average daily rate of $51. Data was last updated on April 27, 2024.
Browse some of the deals we've come across on car rentals in the Malaysia region, including options close to Kuala Lumpur, Langkawi and Kuah. If these deals don't appeal to you, check back very soon as they are being updated frequently.
Chevrolet Spark$20/day
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Chevrolet Spark
Kia Rio$20/day
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Kia Rio
Ford Fiesta$21/day
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Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Malaysia, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on April 27, 2024.
  • Which car rental company is considered to be the best in Malaysia?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, KK Rent A Car (10.0 rating), Merge Car Rental (9.0 rating) and Samavestour (8.6 rating) seem to be the best rental car companies in Malaysia.

  • What is the most popular car rental provider in Malaysia?

    With an average price of $25/day, Paradise is the most popular car rental provider in Malaysia, booking 223% more rental cars than any other provider.

  • What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Malaysia?

    At $28/day, it is 47% cheaper on average to rent a car in George Town than any other city in Malaysia. The cheapest price found in Malaysia was for $22/day in George Town.

  • What side of the road do you drive on in Malaysia?

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

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Van rentals in Malaysia

Find van rental deals in Malaysia from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. van rentals in Malaysia cost an average of $51 per day. Price data was last updated on April 27, 2024.
To make it easier to find a van rental in Malaysia, we've compiled these deals for you, including pickup options near Kuala Lumpur, Langkawi and Kuah. To provide you with as many options as possible, we're constantly replacing these deals with new ones so be sure to check back soon.
Dodge Grand Caravan$49/day
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Dodge Grand Caravan$49/day
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Dodge Grand Caravan
Dodge Grand Caravan$49/day
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Dodge Grand Caravan

Car rentals by fuel type in Malaysia

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Malaysia. Deals were last updated on April 27, 2024.

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

Gas/Diesel

Gas/Diesel

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