Malaysia car hires in 2025
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 12 July 2025.
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Cheapflights insights for Malaysia car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Malaysia, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Malaysia?
Book your car hire in Malaysia 5 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around R511/day on average when booked 5 days ahead, which saves you 1 516% off the average price.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Malaysia?
In Malaysia, the most affordable car hire company right now is Galaxy Asia Car Rental, offering prices from just R349,51/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Hertz, with rates starting at R547,39/day.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Malaysia?
Planning to hire a car in Malaysia? April is the cheapest month, costing about R536 per day. In contrast, January is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R604. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
R604
February
R572
March
R546
April
R536
May
R561
June
R572
July
R572
August
R600
September
R546
October
R546
November
R536
December
R572
What car do most people hire in Malaysia?
Economy cars (Perodua Bezza or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Malaysia. Intermediate cars (Class Intermediate Car or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Full-size cars (Hyundai Sonata or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Malaysia?
Agtran has 47 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Green Matrix has the second-highest number of locations in Malaysia at 37.
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 12 July 2025.
Hire a vehicle with one of these top car hiring agencies serving Malaysia, including those serving the Kuala Lumpur, Langkawi and Kota Kinabalu area. See what past customers have to say, compare prices, and review other key details before deciding.
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Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Malaysia, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 12 July 2025.
What is the most popular car hire provider in Malaysia?
The most popular car hire company at Malaysia is Galaxy Asia Car Rental. With prices on COMPACT starting at R350/day about 100% more people book with Galaxy Asia Car Rental than other companies in the country.
What side of the road do you drive on in Malaysia?
Cars travel on the left side of the road in Malaysia.