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Cheap Car Hire in Penang, Malaysia from Rp 460,020

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 Penang with a pick-up date of 3/5 and drop-off date of 6/5. 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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Penang, Malaysia car rentals in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Penang, Malaysia. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 31 March 2025.

Most popular company

GALAXYASIACARRENTAL

Price of petrol per litre

Rp 7,465.17

Average price per day

Rp 657,183

Cheapest price per day

Rp 460,020

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Penang?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Penang, 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 31 March 2025.

January

Rp 597,213

February

Rp 580,623

March

Rp 514,266

April

Rp 547,445

May

Rp 530,856

June

Rp 564,034

July

Rp 646,980

August

Rp 663,570

September

Rp 630,391

October

Rp 580,623

November

Rp 564,034

December

Rp 597,213

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Penang is March. 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 Penang, Malaysia

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Penang, Malaysia and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 31 March 2025.

In Penang, there are 20 active hire locations from 16 car hire companies. large car is the cheapest car type to hire in Penang in the past week - currently priced from Rp 460,020/day. View deals for 3 car types available to hire in this destination:

Economy

Economy

Rp 602,024+

Compact

Compact

Rp 520,571+

Full-size

Full-size

Rp 460,020+

People carrier

People carrier

Rp 1,019,741+

Passenger van

Passenger van

Rp 1,019,741+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Rp 1,084,439+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Rp 2,326,642+

Supplier choice van

Supplier choice van

Rp 2,489,217+

Compare available car types for rental in Penang, Malaysia

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Penang, 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 31 March 2025.

Small cars

Rp 415,804 - Rp 658,666

All Car Types

Rp 659,043 - Rp 1,237,264

To hire a small car in Penang, Malaysia, you would pay an average price of Rp 536,785/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Penang, Malaysia (~Rp 415,804/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~Rp 658,666/day). In fact, March is about 23% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Penang. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Penang, hiring a small car saves you 41% 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 Penang small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Penang, Malaysia, you would pay an average price of Rp 1,082,493/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Penang, Malaysia (~Rp 778,750/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is October (~Rp 1,461,098/day). In fact, May is about 29% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Penang. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Penang, hiring a medium car is 17% 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 hire a large car in Penang, Malaysia, you would pay an average price of Rp 625,995/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Penang, Malaysia (~Rp 944,923/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~Rp 1,498,506/day). In fact, April is about 50% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Penang. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Penang, hiring a large car saves you 32% 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 Penang large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in Penang, Malaysia, you would pay an average price of Rp 862,887/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Penang, Malaysia (~Rp 771,275/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~Rp 2,274,386/day). In fact, April is about 11% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Penang. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Penang, hiring a SUV saves you 5% 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.

To hire a van in Penang, Malaysia, you would pay an average price of Rp 1,319,767/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a van in Penang, Malaysia (~Rp 645,487/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~Rp 2,728,765/day). In fact, November is about 52% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Penang. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Penang, hiring a van is 32% 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 Penang van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Toyota CorollaRp 520,571/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla
Hyundai i20Rp 591,407/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai i20

Top rental agencies in Penang, Malaysia

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Penang, Malaysia known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Penang, Malaysia. Reviews were last updated on 31 March 2025.
Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Penang, including Kasina, Merge Car Rental and Agtran in Penang. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

Kasina

1 location

Merge Car Rental

1 location

Agtran

3 locations

Europcar

8.0
Very Good
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

8.0

Suria Car Rental

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

8.5

keddy by Europcar

1 location

Hertz

4.0
Mediocre
1 review2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

2.0

Comfort

4.0

Overall

4.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.0

Galaxy Asia Car Rental

2.0
Poor
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

3.0

Comfort

2.0

Overall

2.0

Pick-up/drop-off

3.0

Value

3.0

Best Penang, Malaysia car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Penang, Malaysia. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Penang, Malaysia with an average daily rate of Rp 701,891. Data was last updated on 31 March 2025.
These are the best deals we've found on rental cars in Penang. Make sure to check back soon if you're not finding what you're looking for, as deals are updated frequently.
Toyota CamryRp 460,020/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Camry
Hyundai i20Rp 520,571/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai i20
Hyundai i20Rp 591,407/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai i20

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Penang, Malaysia, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 31 March 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Penang?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under Rp 657,183/day when booking a car hire in Penang. The absolute best deal a user found was for Rp 357,899/day from Galaxy Asia Car Rental, booked on Mar. 23.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Penang?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Penang from the following companies over the past two weeks: Europcar (Rp 460,020/day), Hawk (Rp 485,401/day), and Agtran (Rp 591,407/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Penang?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Suria Car Rental (8.0 rating), Europcar (8.0 rating) and Hertz (4.0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Penang.

  • What are petrol prices like in Penang?

    The average price of petrol in Penang is Rp 7,465.17/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between Rp 335,932 and Rp 485,236 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Penang for a week from Galaxy Asia Car Rental?

    From Galaxy Asia Car Rental you can hire a car in Penang from about Rp 3,092,402 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Penang for the best price?

    Hiring your favourite car model can become more difficult the closer you are to your desired travel date. It’s ideal to book early to have that peace of mind. An early booking can save you up to 58% in Penang - we recommend booking at least 86days in advance.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Penang?

    The length of time you can book a rental for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Penang it should be possible to rent a car for a whole month if needed.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Penang for a month?

    The average cost of a car rental in Penang for a month is Rp 13,253,152. Check Cheapflights to compare pricing and options for your rental car.

  • How much is a car hire in Penang for a weekend?

    Rp 378,235 is typically the average cost for a hire car for the weekend in Penang, though this could vary depending on the time of year. If you’re on a budget when travelling to Penang, then opt for a Full-size hire vehicle - these tend to be the most affordable on weekends. In the month of April, you can expect to find car hire prices on Cheapflights for as low as Rp 1,072,661/day.

  • What car do most people hire in Penang?

    Proton Exora, which is a Intermediate vehicle, is the most popular to hire at Penang according to Cheapflights users.

Van rentals in Penang, Malaysia

Find van rental deals in Penang, Malaysia from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. van rentals in Penang, Malaysia cost an average of Rp 1,020,460 per day. Price data was last updated on 31 March 2025.
Peruse some of the best options we've found for renting a van in the Penang area. For alternative options, come back soon as deals are refreshed frequently.
Toyota InnovaRp 1,019,741/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Innova
Toyota InnovaRp 1,020,737/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Innova
Toyota InnovaRp 1,020,902/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Innova

Car rentals by fuel type in Penang, Malaysia

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Penang, Malaysia. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Penang, Malaysia. Deals were last updated on 31 March 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Penang, Malaysia. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (Rp 33+).

Electric

Electric

Rp 150+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

Rp 33+

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