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Cheap Car Hire in Penang, Malaysia from $46

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 4/6 and drop-off date of 7/6. 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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Penang, Malaysia car rentals in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Penang, Malaysia. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 21 May 2026.

Most popular company

GALAXYASIACARRENTAL

Price of petrol per litre

$1.75

Average price per day

$38

Cheapest price per day

$46

Popular car types in Penang, Malaysia

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Penang, Malaysia and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 21 May 2026.

There are, in total, 24 car hire locations in Penang that are operated by 18 companies. In the past week, large car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: $46/day). Explore 4 car types currently offered from Penang hire providers:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Full-size

Full-size

People mover

People mover

Passenger van

Passenger van

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Best car rental deals found in Penang

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Penang, Malaysia. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Penang, Malaysia with an average daily rate of $78. Data was last updated on 21 May 2026.
Toyota Camry$46/day
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A/C
Toyota Camry
Nissan Leaf$47/day
4
M
A/C
Nissan Leaf
Toyota RAV4$48/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota RAV4

Cheapflights insights for Penang car rentals

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

How far in advance should I hire a car in Penang?

For the best savings on car rentals in Penang, make your reservation 55 days before pickup. The average price then is just $44/day – about 23% less than the yearly average.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Penang?

Galaxy Asia Car Rental is currently the cheapest car hire company in Penang with deals as low as $17.90/day found in the past two weeks. Suria Car Rental is another inexpensive option with rates as low as $24.37/day.

What is the best car rental company in Penang?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Penang is Kasina (rated 10.0/10). Merge Car Rental (rated 9.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Penang?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Penang is March, when you can expect to pay $55/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Penang is August ($72/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

$56

February

$63

March

$55

April

$55

May

$56

June

$63

July

$65

August

$72

September

$68

October

$58

November

$55

December

$67

What car do most people hire in Penang?

Standard cars (Proton Exora or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Penang. SUV cars (Class Intermediate SUV or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Passenger van cars (Hyundai H-1 or similar).

Top rental agencies in Penang, Malaysia

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Penang, Malaysia known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Penang, Malaysia. Reviews were last updated on 21 May 2026.

Kasina

1 location

Merge Car Rental

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

9.0

Agtran

3 locations
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

Hertz

6.6
Okay
3 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.6

Overall

6.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

7.3

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

Hawk

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

4.0

Overall

2.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

4.0

CarRental2Go

1 location

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Penang, Malaysia, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 21 May 2026.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Penang?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $38/day when booking a car hire in Penang. The absolute best deal a user found was for $28/day from Paradise, booked on May 18.

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

    Galaxy Asia Car Rental is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Penang. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about $264 per week.

  • 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?

    Our recent data shows that Paradise can potentially be 32% below the average car hire price in Penang. Check prices and availability for Paradise and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in Penang is on average $1,133 a month or $38 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your Penang car hire.

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 21 May 2026.

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 ($25+).

Electric

Electric

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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