Malaysia

Cheap Car Rentals in Malaysia from HK$163

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 8-9 and drop-off date of 16-9. 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 2 September 2025.

Most popular company

Paradise

Most common car type

Compact

Average price per day

HK$306

Cheapest price per day

HK$163

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 2 September 2025.

There are 63 hire agencies servicing Malaysia. These agencies, altogether, have 524 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Malaysia with prices from HK$163 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 5 car types you can hire in Malaysia:

Economy

Economy

HK$163+

Compact

Compact

HK$163+

Intermediate

Intermediate

HK$433+

Full-size

Full-size

HK$183+

People carrier

People carrier

HK$369+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

HK$331+

Mini

Mini

HK$299+

Passenger van

Passenger van

HK$305+

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:

Mazda Mazda2HK$163/day
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Hyundai i20HK$163/day
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Volkswagen GolfHK$169/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 HK$308. Data was last updated on 2 September 2025.
Mazda Mazda2HK$163/day
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Hyundai i20HK$163/day
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Volkswagen GolfHK$169/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?

Book your rental car in Malaysia 22 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car rental prices are around HK$225/day on average when booked 22 days ahead, which saves you 568% off the average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Malaysia?

In Malaysia, the most affordable car hire company right now is Paradise, offering prices from just HK$166.98/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Hawk, with rates starting at HK$197.30/day.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Malaysia?

Planning to hire a car in Malaysia? November is the cheapest month, costing about HK$244 per day. In contrast, February is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of HK$297. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

HK$270

February

HK$297

March

HK$254

April

HK$255

May

HK$254

June

HK$265

July

HK$262

August

HK$265

September

HK$262

October

HK$245

November

HK$244

December

HK$263

What car do most people rent in Malaysia?

Standard cars (Mitsubishi Outlander or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Malaysia. SUV cars (Mitsubishi Outlander or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Compact cars (Class Compact Car 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.

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 2 September 2025.

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 2 September 2025.

Merge Car Rental

9.0
Wonderful
1 review17 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

9.0

Avis

8.4
Very Good
6 reviews16 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

8.2

Europcar

7.7
Good
9 reviews14 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

8.0

keddy by Europcar

7.5
Good
2 reviews15 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

7.0

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

7.0

Hertz

6.6
Okay
5 reviews18 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

7.0

Hawk

2.0
Poor
1 review23 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

4.0

Overall

2.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

4.0

Galaxy Asia Car Rental

2.0
Poor
2 reviews14 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 2 September 2025.
  • What is the most popular car hire provider in Malaysia?

    The most popular car hire company at Malaysia is Merge Car Rental. With prices on COMPACT starting at HK$199/day about 168% more people book with Merge Car Rental than other companies in the country.

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

    When visiting Malaysia, it is typically cheapest to rent your car in George Town where rental cars typically will cost around HK$230/day (22% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest rental car price in Malaysia was found in Penang for just HK$195/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 2 September 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 (HK$25+).

Electric

Electric

HK$94+

Hybrid

Hybrid

HK$56+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

HK$25+

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