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Cheap Car Hire in Penang, Malaysia from $40
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 15/10 and drop-off date of 20/10. 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 hires in 2025
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 27 August 2025.
Most popular company | HERTZ |
|---|---|
Price of petrol per litre | $0.76 |
Average price per day | $93 |
Cheapest price per day | $40 |
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 27 August 2025.
There are currently 25 hire locations operating in Penang spread across 19 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Penang is small car at $40 a day. Below are all the 6 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:
Economy
$43+
Compact
$40+
Intermediate
$184+
Full-size
$41+
People mover
$86+
Passenger van
$61+
Luxury
$184+
Intermediate SUV
$101+
Compare car hire 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 medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Penang large 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:
Here are the best Penang van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Penang luxury car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
MG MG4$40/day
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Skoda Scala$41/day
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Mazda Mazda2$43/day
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Best car hire 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 $111. Data was last updated on 27 August 2025.
MG MG4$40/day
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Skoda Scala$41/day
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LDV D90$41/day
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Cheapflights insights for Penang car hires
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?
To get the best deal on car hire in Penang, book about 58 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around $45, which is about 22% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Penang?
Looking to hire a car in Penang? Galaxy Asia Car Rental had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only $27.10/day. GREEN MOTION also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at $33.73/day.
What is the best car rental company in Penang?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Penang is Kasina (rated 10.0/10). Europcar (rated 9.0/10 with 1 review) is also highly rated by our users.
Kasina
10.0
Europcar
9.0
Merge Car Rental
9.0
Agtran
8.0
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Penang?
At Penang, the best time to hire a car is in March, with an average daily rate of just $49. Conversely, August is the priciest month, averaging $66 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Penang, the best time to hire a car is in March, with an average daily rate of just $49. Conversely, August is the priciest month, averaging $66 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.
January
$55
February
$54
March
$49
April
$49
May
$52
June
$57
July
$62
August
$66
September
$60
October
$54
November
$51
December
$54
Which car hire company has the most locations in Penang?
Both Agtran and Quickdrive have 3 locations in Penang, more than any other car hire company in the area.
Top hire 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 27 August 2025.
Kasina
1 location
Europcar
1 review•1 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
1 review•2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
2.0
Comfort
4.0
Overall
4.0
Pick-up/drop-off
6.0
Value
6.0
Galaxy Asia Car Rental
1 review•1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
3.0
Comfort
2.0
Overall
2.0
Pick-up/drop-off
3.0
Value
3.0
Hawk
1 location
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Penang, Malaysia, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 27 August 2025.
What is the cheapest hire car found in Penang?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $93/day when booking a car hire in Penang. The absolute best deal a user found was for $53/day from Paradise, booked on Aug. 24.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Penang for a week from Hertz?
Hertz is one of the top picks in Penang. They can have you in a hire car for about $469 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Penang?
Yes, you can hire a car for a month in Penang check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Penang for a month?
Generally, a month-long car rental in Penang can be found for about $2,010, with the average price for a rental being around $67 a day. Book with Paradise, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 52% less compared to the average price of car rentals in Penang.
How much is a car hire in Penang for a weekend?
$0 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 Compact hire vehicle - these tend to be the most affordable on weekends. In the month of September, you can expect to find car hire prices on Cheapflights for as low as $136/day.
Car hires by fuel type in Penang, Malaysia
Browse car hires by fuel type in Penang, Malaysia. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Penang, Malaysia. Deals were last updated on 27 August 2025.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Penang, Malaysia. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest ($25+).
Electric
$94+
Hybrid
$68+
Petrol/Diesel
$25+
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