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Cheap Car Hire in Malaysia from R800

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 18/12 and drop-off date of 22/12. 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 hires 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 22 October 2024.

Most common car type

Full-size

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 22 October 2024.

January

R510

February

R598

March

R563

April

R528

May

R475

June

R528

July

R633

August

R686

September

R545

October

R510

November

R528

December

R563

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 22 October 2024.

There are, in total, 447 car hire locations in Malaysia that are operated by 48 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: R800/day). Explore 3 car types currently offered from Malaysia hire providers:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Full-size

Full-size

Passenger van

Passenger van

R1 268+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

R1 457+

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 22 October 2024.

Small cars

R317 - R1 069

All Car Types

R354 - R1 434

To hire a small car in Malaysia, you would pay an average price of R579/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Malaysia (~R317/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~R1 069/day). In fact, November is about 46% 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, renting a small car saves you 35% 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 R629/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Malaysia (~R786/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~R1 875/day). In fact, March is about 24% 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, renting a medium car saves you 29% 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.

Toyota Corolla QuestR800/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest
Hyundai i20R899/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai i20

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 22 October 2024.
Hire a vehicle with one of these top car hiring agencies serving Malaysia, including those serving the Kuala Lumpur, Penang and Langkawi area. See what past customers have to say, compare prices, and review other key details before deciding.

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 hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Malaysia. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Malaysia with an average daily rate of R1 196. Data was last updated on 22 October 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals we've found on car hires within the Malaysia region, including options close to Kuala Lumpur, Penang and Langkawi. To make sure you find the deal you're looking for, verify the details of the rental, such as car type, price, and pickup address.
Toyota Corolla QuestR800/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest
Hyundai i20R899/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai i20
Toyota RAV4R1 457/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota RAV4

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Malaysia, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 22 October 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 Samavestour (8,6 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Malaysia.

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

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

Van hires in Malaysia

Find people carrier hire deals in Malaysia from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. people carrier hires in Malaysia cost an average of R1 162 per day. Price data was last updated on 22 October 2024.
Finding the right van for hire in Malaysia can be daunting, so we've assembled these deals for you, including pickup locations near Kuala Lumpur, Penang and Langkawi. If these deals aren't exactly what you're looking for, not to worry, as new offers are constantly being added.
Toyota AvanzaR1 122/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Avanza
Suzuki ErtigaR1 122/day
5
M
A/C
Suzuki Ertiga
Suzuki ErtigaR1 244/day
5
M
A/C
Suzuki Ertiga

Car hires by fuel type in Malaysia

Browse car hires by fuel type in Malaysia. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Malaysia. Deals were last updated on 22 October 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Malaysia. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (R25+).

Electric

Electric

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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