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Cheap Car Rentals in Malaysia from $34

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Malaysia with a pick-up date of 15/12 and drop-off date of 2/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Malaysia car rentals in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Malaysia. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 20 November 2024.

Most popular company

Galaxy Asia Car Rental

Most common car type

Standard

Average price per day

$43

Cheapest price per day

$34

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 20 November 2024.

January

$50

February

$57

March

$54

April

$50

May

$45

June

$50

July

$61

August

$66

September

$52

October

$52

November

$50

December

$54

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

Popular car types in Malaysia

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Malaysia and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 20 November 2024.

In Malaysia, there are 449 active hire locations from 49 car hire companies. small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Malaysia in the past week - currently priced from $34/day. View deals for 5 car types available to hire in this destination:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Full-size

Full-size

People mover

People mover

Mini

Mini

Premium

Premium

Passenger van

Passenger van

Luxury

Luxury

Compare available car types for rental in Malaysia

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire 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 20 November 2024.

Small cars

$41 - $60

All Car Types

$49 - $104

To hire a small car in Malaysia, you would pay an average price of $46/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Malaysia (~$41/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~$60/day). In fact, October is about 13% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Malaysia. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Malaysia, hiring a small car saves you 37% 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 hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Malaysia, you would pay an average price of $86/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Malaysia (~$45/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is October (~$100/day). In fact, March is about 49% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Malaysia. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Malaysia, hiring a medium car is 15% 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 hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Malaysia, you would pay an average price of $118/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Malaysia (~$75/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is October (~$162/day). In fact, May is about 37% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Malaysia. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Malaysia, hiring a large car is 38% 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 hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in Malaysia, you would pay an average price of $99/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Malaysia (~$53/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~$121/day). In fact, August is about 47% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Malaysia. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Malaysia, hiring 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 hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in Malaysia, you would pay an average price of $88/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a van in Malaysia (~$65/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is September (~$140/day). In fact, June is about 27% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Malaysia. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Malaysia, hiring a van is 17% 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 hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Hyundai i20$34/day
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A/C
Hyundai i20
Toyota Corolla$35/day
4
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A/C
Toyota Corolla
Holden Barina$36/day
2
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A/C
Holden Barina

Top rental agencies in Malaysia

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Malaysia known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Malaysia. Reviews were last updated on 20 November 2024.
Rent a car with one of the top providers serving the Malaysia region, including those located within the Kuala Lumpur, Johor Bahru and Kuching area. Check out reviews from past customers, confirm pickup locations, and other critical details before booking your reservation.

Agtran

47 locations

Green Matrix

37 locations

KK Rent A Car

31 locations

Hawk

23 locations

Hertz

18 locations

Avis

17 locations

Merge Car Rental

17 locations

keddy by Europcar

16 locations

Best Malaysia car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Malaysia. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Malaysia with an average daily rate of $70. Data was last updated on 20 November 2024.
Browse some of the deals we've come across on car rentals in the Malaysia region, including options close to Kuala Lumpur, Johor Bahru and Kuching. If these deals don't appeal to you, check back very soon as they are being updated frequently.
Hyundai i20$34/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai i20
Toyota Corolla$35/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla
Holden Barina$36/day
2
M
A/C
Holden Barina

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Malaysia, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 20 November 2024.
  • Which car hire 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 Paradise (8.6 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Malaysia.

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

    When visiting Malaysia, it is typically cheapest to rent your car in Kuala Lumpur where rental cars typically will cost around $45/day (0% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest rental car price in Malaysia was found in Kuala Lumpur for just $35/day.

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

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

Van rentals in Malaysia

Find van hire deals in Malaysia from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. van hires in Malaysia cost an average of $108 per day. Price data was last updated on 20 November 2024.
To help you find the right van rental during your time in Malaysia, we've assembled these deals, with options in the Kuala Lumpur, Johor Bahru and Kuching area. 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.
Volkswagen Sharan$76/day
5
M
A/C
Volkswagen Sharan
Volkswagen Sharan$77/day
5
M
A/C
Volkswagen Sharan
Volkswagen Sharan$77/day
5
M
A/C
Volkswagen Sharan

Car rentals by fuel type in Malaysia

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Malaysia. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Malaysia. Deals were last updated on 20 November 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Malaysia. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest ($23+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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