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Cheap Car Rentals in Malaysia from S$ 20
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 21-8 and drop-off date of 28-8. 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 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 15 August 2025.
Most popular company | R&R Rent A Car |
|---|---|
Most common car type | Economy |
Average price per day | S$ 44 |
Cheapest price per day | S$ 20 |
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 15 August 2025.
There are currently 523 hire locations operating in Malaysia spread across 63 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Malaysia is small car at S$ 20 a day. Below are all the 5 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:
Economy
S$ 23+
Compact
S$ 20+
Intermediate
S$ 38+
Standard
S$ 97+
Full-size
S$ 24+
SUV
S$ 69+
People carrier
S$ 41+
Full-size SUV
S$ 59+
Compare car rental deals in Malaysia by type
Here are the best Malaysia small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Malaysia medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Malaysia large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Malaysia SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Malaysia van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Hyundai ElantraS$ 20/day
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Hyundai i20S$ 22/day
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Peugeot 208S$ 23/day
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Best car rental deals found in Malaysia
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 S$ 46. Data was last updated on 15 August 2025.
Hyundai ElantraS$ 20/day
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Hyundai i20S$ 22/day
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Peugeot 208S$ 23/day
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Cheapflights insights for Malaysia car rentals
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?
For the best savings on car hire in Malaysia, make your reservation 8 days before pickup. The average price then is just S$ 45/day – about 7% less than the yearly average.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Malaysia?
In Malaysia, the most affordable car hire company right now is R&R Rent A Car, offering prices from just S$ 21.43/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Paradise, with rates starting at S$ 22.71/day.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Malaysia?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Malaysia is October, when you can expect to pay S$ 47/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Malaysia is March (S$ 65/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.
January
S$ 52
February
S$ 55
March
S$ 65
April
S$ 53
May
S$ 55
June
S$ 57
July
S$ 54
August
S$ 54
September
S$ 52
October
S$ 47
November
S$ 51
December
S$ 47
What car do most people rent in Malaysia?
The most popular types of cars to hire in Malaysia are the following: Economy cars (Class Economy Car or similar), Standard cars (Class Standard Van or similar), and Passenger van cars (Class Standard Van 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.
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 164 pickup locations in Malaysia to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 15 August 2025.
Out of all the popular cities in Malaysia, Langkawi is the cheapest city to rent a car (S$ 19/day). Other popular cities in Malaysia to get a cheap rental car are: Johor Bahru (S$ 25/day), Kuala Lumpur (S$ 28/day), and Penang (S$ 30/day).
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 15 August 2025.
Merge Car Rental
1 review•17 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.0
Overall
9.0
Pick-up/drop-off
9.0
Value
9.0
Avis
6 reviews•16 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.2
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.4
Pick-up/drop-off
8.4
Value
8.2
Europcar
9 reviews•14 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
7.6
Comfort
8.0
Overall
7.7
Pick-up/drop-off
7.4
Value
8.0
keddy by Europcar
2 reviews•15 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
7.0
Overall
7.5
Pick-up/drop-off
7.5
Value
7.0
Hertz
5 reviews•18 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
6.6
Comfort
7.3
Overall
6.6
Pick-up/drop-off
7.6
Value
7.0
Hawk
1 review•23 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
6.0
Comfort
4.0
Overall
2.0
Pick-up/drop-off
6.0
Value
4.0
Galaxy Asia Car Rental
2 reviews•14 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
2.0
Overall
2.0
Pick-up/drop-off
4.0
Value
4.0
Agtran
47 locations
Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Malaysia, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 15 August 2025.
What is the most popular car hire provider in Malaysia?
With an average price of S$ 25/day, R&R Rent A Car is the most popular car hire provider in Malaysia, booking 364% more hire cars than any other provider.
What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Malaysia?
When visiting Malaysia, it is typically cheapest to rent your car in Langkawi where rental cars typically will cost around S$ 47/day (23% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest rental car price in Malaysia was found in Langkawi for just S$ 30/day.
What side of the road do you drive on in Malaysia?
Cars in Malaysia are to be driven on the left side of the road.
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 15 August 2025.
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 (S$ 21+).
Electric
S$ 94+
Hybrid
S$ 50+
Petrol/Diesel
S$ 21+