Cheap Car Rentals in Malaysia from RM 81
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 5/3 and drop-off date of 21/3. 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.
Malaysia car rentals in 2025
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 21 February 2025.
Most popular company | Yesaway |
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Most common car type | Full-size |
Average price per day | RM 161 |
Cheapest price per day | RM 81 |
What are the car hire 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 206 pickup locations in Malaysia to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 21 February 2025.
Price | RM 69 - RM 184 |
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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 21 February 2025.
January
RM 150
February
RM 146
March
RM 124
April
RM 137
May
RM 119
June
RM 132
July
RM 159
August
RM 172
September
RM 141
October
RM 137
November
RM 137
December
RM 150
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 rent in Malaysia and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 21 February 2025.
In Malaysia, there are 456 active hire locations from 53 car hire companies. small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Malaysia in the past week - currently priced from RM 81/day. View deals for 5 car types available to hire in this destination:
Economy
RM 87+
Compact
RM 81+
Intermediate
RM 143+
Standard
RM 222+
Full-size
RM 94+
People carrier
RM 181+
Full-size SUV
RM 271+
Mini
RM 130+
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 21 February 2025.
Small cars | RM 118 - RM 161 | |
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All Car Types | RM 217 - RM 271 |
To rent a small car in Malaysia, you would pay an average price of RM 143/day. November is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Malaysia (~RM 118/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is April (~RM 161/day). In fact, November 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 43% 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 rent a medium car in Malaysia, you would pay an average price of RM 274/day. March is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Malaysia (~RM 239/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~RM 334/day). In fact, March is about 13% 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 10% 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 rent a large car in Malaysia, you would pay an average price of RM 463/day. December is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Malaysia (~RM 385/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is October (~RM 573/day). In fact, December is about 18% 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 47% 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 rent a SUV in Malaysia, you would pay an average price of RM 312/day. March is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Malaysia (~RM 271/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~RM 389/day). In fact, March is about 14% 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 21% 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.
To rent a van in Malaysia, you would pay an average price of RM 336/day. April is the cheapest month to rent a van in Malaysia (~RM 285/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~RM 385/day). In fact, April is about 16% 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 27% 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:
To rent a luxury car in Malaysia, you would pay an average price of RM 679/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a luxury car in Malaysia (~RM 484/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~RM 815/day). In fact, February is about 29% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car rental for Malaysia. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Malaysia, renting a luxury car is 64% 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.
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 21 February 2025.
Choose from the top rental car agencies available in Malaysia, including locations near Kuala Lumpur, Langkawi and Kota Kinabalu. Helpful information on each car rental agency is available, including reviews, pricing, pickup location, and more.
Agtran
Green Matrix
KK Rent A Car
Hawk
Hertz
Avis
Merge Car Rental
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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 RM 203. Data was last updated on 21 February 2025.
Have a look at some of the deals we've found on rental cars in Malaysia including options serving Kuala Lumpur, Langkawi and Kota Kinabalu. Make sure to examine important information for each deal, including price, car type, and pickup location.
Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Malaysia, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 21 February 2025.
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 Kasina (8.8 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Malaysia.
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 ECONOMY starting at RM 66/day about 121% more people book with Galaxy Asia Car Rental than other companies in the country.
What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Malaysia?
At RM 92/day, the cheapest car rental price in Malaysia was found in Johor Bahru. On average, Cyberjaya has the cheapest daily rental car price (RM 106/day), which is 44% below average price for cities in Malaysia.
What side of the road do you drive on in Malaysia?
In Malaysia, drivers are expected to drive on the left side of the road.