Malaysia

Cheap Car Rentals in Malaysia from $21

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car rental in Malaysia with a pick-up date of 8/3 and drop-off date of 8/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of rental.
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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 July 3, 2025.

Most popular company

A Car Rental

Most common car type

Economy

Average price per day

$41

Cheapest price per day

$21

Compare car rental deals in Malaysia by type

Here are the best Malaysia small car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Malaysia medium car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Malaysia large car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Malaysia SUV rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Malaysia van rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Ford Focus$21/day
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Nissan Sentra$22/day
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Mazda Mazda3$22/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 $58. Data was last updated on July 3, 2025.
Browse some of the deals we've come across on car rentals in the Malaysia region, including options close to Kuala Lumpur, Batu Caves and Kota Kinabalu. If these deals don't appeal to you, check back very soon as they are being updated frequently.
Ford Focus$21/day
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Ford Focus
Nissan Sentra$22/day
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Nissan Sentra
Mazda Mazda3$22/day
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Mazda Mazda3

Cheapflights insights for Malaysia car rentals

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you rent a car in Malaysia, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I rent a car in Malaysia?

For the best savings on car rentals in Malaysia, make your reservation 8 days before pickup. The average price then is just $31/day—about 23% less than the yearly average.

What is the cheapest rental car company in Malaysia?

Looking to rent a car in Malaysia? Galaxy Asia Car Rental had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only $16.23/day. Avis also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at $16.88/day.

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

Planning a car rental in Malaysia? July is the cheapest month, costing about $35 per day. In contrast, November is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of $64. Monthly average rental prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

$37

February

$39

March

$39

April

$49

May

$40

June

$37

July

$35

August

$41

September

$36

October

$36

November

$64

December

$36

What car do most people rent in Malaysia?

The most popular types of cars to rent in Malaysia are the following: Standard rentals (Class Standard SUV or similar), Intermediate rentals (Class Intermediate Car or similar), and SUV rentals (Class Compact SUV or similar).

Which car rental 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 July 3, 2025.

Among the most popular cities in Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur offers the lowest average rental price at just $26/day. Other affordable options include Penang ($27/day), Kota Kinabalu ($27/day), and Langkawi ($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 July 3, 2025.
Choose from the top rental car agencies available in Malaysia, including locations near Kuala Lumpur, Batu Caves and Kota Kinabalu. Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Malaysia, including locations around Kuala Lumpur, Batu Caves and Kota Kinabalu.

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 reviews17 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

8.2

Europcar

7.8
Good
8 reviews14 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Overall

7.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

8.2

keddy by Europcar

7.5
Good
2 reviews14 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 July 3, 2025.
  • What is the most popular car rental provider in Malaysia?

    With an average price of $26/day, Galaxy Asia Car Rental is the most popular car rental provider in Malaysia, booking 201% more rental cars than any other provider.

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

    At $32/day, it is 30% cheaper on average to rent a car in Penang than any other city in Malaysia. The cheapest price found in Malaysia was for $28/day in Penang.

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

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

Car rentals by fuel type in Malaysia

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Malaysia. Currently, Gas/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Malaysia. Deals were last updated on July 3, 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Malaysia. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Gas/Diesel being the cheapest ($20+).

Electric

Electric

Gas/Diesel

Gas/Diesel

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