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Cheap Car Hire in Penang, Malaysia from $74

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 7/7 and drop-off date of 10/7. 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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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 2 July 2025.

There are, in total, 26 car hire locations in Penang that are operated by 19 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: $74/day). Explore 3 car types currently offered from Penang hire providers:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Passenger van

Passenger van

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Supplier choice van

Supplier choice van

Compare car rental deals in Penang, Malaysia by type

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

Here are the best Penang SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Toyota Prius c$74/day
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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 $142. Data was last updated on 2 July 2025.
Check out some of the very best car rental deals we've found in Penang. Make sure to check back soon if you're not finding what you're looking for, as deals are updated frequently.
Toyota Prius c$74/day
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Mazda CX-5$168/day
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Kia Carnival$184/day
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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 58 days before pickup. The average price then is just $48/day – about 32% 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 $27.57/day found in the past two weeks. keddy by Europcar is another inexpensive option with rates as low as $55.66/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). Europcar (rated 9.0/10 with 1 review) 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 $52/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Penang is August ($67/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

$59

February

$57

March

$52

April

$52

May

$56

June

$59

July

$62

August

$67

September

$64

October

$57

November

$56

December

$59

What car do most people hire in Penang?

Economy cars (Perodua Axia or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Penang. SUV cars (Class Economy SUV or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Compact cars (Perodua Myvi or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Penang?

Both Agtran and Quickdrive have 3 locations in Penang, more than any other rental company in the area.

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 2 July 2025.
Rent a car with one of the top providers serving the Penang area such as Kasina, Europcar and Merge Car Rental. Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Penang, including Kasina, Europcar and Merge Car Rental.

Kasina

1 location

Europcar

9.0
Wonderful
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

9.0

Merge Car Rental

1 location

Agtran

3 locations

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

Hawk

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 2 July 2025.
  • 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 $285 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 is a car hire in Penang for a weekend?

    The average price for a weekend car hire in Penang is $0. Hiring a Compact is your cheapest option if you’re looking to save money on your weekend car hire in Penang. For the month of August, Cheapflights users have found hire cars in Penang for as low as $0/day.

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 2 July 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 ($29+).

Electric

Electric

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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