Malaysia

Cheap Car Rentals in Malaysia from RM 50

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 14/6 and drop-off date of 15/6. 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 2026

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 3 June 2026.

Most popular company

Galaxy Asia Car Rental

Most common car type

Standard

Average price per day

RM 161

Cheapest price per day

RM 50

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 3 June 2026.

In Malaysia, there are 564 active hire locations from 69 car hire companies. small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Malaysia in the past week - currently priced from RM 50/day. View deals for 6 car types available to hire in this destination:

Economy

Economy

RM 65+

Compact

Compact

RM 50+

Intermediate

Intermediate

RM 96+

Standard

Standard

RM 359+

Full-size

Full-size

RM 65+

People carrier

People carrier

RM 101+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

RM 214+

Mini

Mini

RM 130+

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 RM 141. Data was last updated on 3 June 2026.
Hyundai i20RM 50/day
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M
A/C
Hyundai i20
Hyundai i20RM 61/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai i20
Proton PersonaRM 65/day
2
M
A/C
Proton Persona

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 car hire in Malaysia 62 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around RM 148/day on average when booked 62 days ahead, which saves you 223% off the average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Malaysia?

In Malaysia, the most affordable car hire company right now is Quickdrive, offering prices from just RM 16.53/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Global Faa, with rates starting at RM 16.84/day.

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

Planning to hire a car in Malaysia? May is the cheapest month, costing about RM 166 per day. In contrast, February is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of RM 222. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

RM 178

February

RM 222

March

RM 180

April

RM 169

May

RM 166

June

RM 185

July

RM 192

August

RM 175

September

RM 176

October

RM 171

November

RM 172

December

RM 191

What car do most people hire in Malaysia?

SUV cars (Hyundai Santa Fe or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Malaysia. Standard cars (Honda Civic or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Luxury cars (Mercedes-Benz C-Class or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Malaysia?

SEIYON Rent a Car has 2 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Avis has the second-highest number of locations in Malaysia at 16.

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 86 pickup locations in Malaysia to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 3 June 2026.

Out of all the popular cities in Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur is the cheapest city to rent a car (RM 66/day). Other popular cities in Malaysia to get a cheap rental car are: Johor Bahru (RM 66/day), Langkawi (RM 66/day), and Penang (RM 82/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 3 June 2026.

Quickdrive

10.0
Wonderful
1 review20 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

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

Paradise

8.5
Very Good
2 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.8

Value

8.8

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

Galaxy Asia Car Rental

2.0
Poor
2 reviews14 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

3.0

Comfort

2.0

Overall

2.0

Pick-up/drop-off

3.0

Value

3.0

SEIYON Rent a Car

2 locations

NH Travel

1 location

CarRental2Go

6 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 3 June 2026.
  • What is the most popular car hire provider in Malaysia?

    The most popular car hire company at Malaysia is Paradise. With prices on ECONOMY starting at RM 63/day about 104% more people book with Paradise than other companies in the country.

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

    At RM 77/day, the cheapest car rental price in Malaysia was found in Langkawi. On average, Langkawi has the cheapest daily rental car price (RM 111/day), which is 50% 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.

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 3 June 2026.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Malaysia. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (RM 13+).

Electric

Electric

RM 103+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

RM 13+

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