
Cheap Car Hire in Penang, Malaysia from ฿927
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 5/5 and drop-off date of 12/5. 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.
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 30 April 2025.
January
฿1,201
February
฿1,168
March
฿1,068
April
฿1,068
May
฿1,068
June
฿1,168
July
฿1,302
August
฿1,302
September
฿1,302
October
฿1,168
November
฿1,135
December
฿1,201
Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Penang is March. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. 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 30 April 2025.
At ฿938/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Penang in the past week. Out of 17 car hire agencies operating in Penang, there are, in total, 24 hire locations. View below for 4 offered car types:
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 30 April 2025.
Small cars | ฿790 - ฿1,423 | |
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All Car Types | ฿969 - ฿2,295 |
To hire a small car in Penang, Malaysia, you would pay an average price of ฿976/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Penang, Malaysia (~฿790/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~฿1,423/day). In fact, May is about 20% 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 47% 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 ฿2,290/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Penang, Malaysia (~฿1,509/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~฿3,262/day). In fact, September is about 35% 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 20% 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 ฿1,399/day. July is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Penang, Malaysia (~฿2,264/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~฿4,035/day). In fact, July is about 61% 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 24% 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 ฿2,109/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Penang, Malaysia (~฿1,497/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~฿3,537/day). In fact, June is about 30% 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 is 13% 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 SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a van in Penang, Malaysia, you would pay an average price of ฿1,777/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a van in Penang, Malaysia (~฿2,495/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~฿2,900/day). In fact, May is about 40% 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 saves you 4% 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 van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
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 30 April 2025.
Rent a vehicle with one of these top rental car agencies serving Penang, such as Kasina, Europcar and Merge Car Rental. Reviews, pricing info, pickup locations, and other important details are available to aid your decision.
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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 ฿1,852. Data was last updated on 30 April 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.
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 30 April 2025.
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: Hawk (฿927/day), Hertz (฿953/day), and Agtran (฿1,201/day).
Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Penang?
Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Europcar (8.4 rating), Suria Car Rental (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 ฿15.03/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between ฿676 and ฿976 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?
Hiring a car in Penang for a week can be a great option for travel. Galaxy Asia Car Rental, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around ฿4,695/week on average.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Penang for the best price?
Generally, for a better deal in Penang it’s recommended to book in a timely manner (to save up to 57%). Cheapflights recommends you book around 8 days prior to your pickup date. Booking as early as you can also increases the likelihood that you’ll get the ideal car.
Can I rent a car for a month in Penang?
Yes, renting a vehicle in Penang for a month is certainly possible.
How much is a car hire in Penang for a weekend?
Car hire prices in Penang are typically ฿0 for the weekend. On Cheapflights, you’ll be able to find great car hire deals on any type of vehicle. However, consider hiring a Economy to save money on your trip to ฿0. Our users have found prices for Economy car hire in May to be on average ฿0 per day.
What car do most people hire in Penang?
The most popular car to hire while in Penang is the Nissan Almera, which is a Economy vehicle.
Small car rentals in Penang, Malaysia
Find small car rental deals in Penang, Malaysia from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car rentals in Penang, Malaysia cost an average of ฿1,134 per day. Price data was last updated on 30 April 2025.
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 ฿6,227 per day. Price data was last updated on 30 April 2025.
Check out some of the best options we've found on van rentals in Penang. Deals are updated frequently to provide users with as many suitable options as possible.
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 30 April 2025.
Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Penang, Malaysia. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (฿29+).