Kuching car rentals

Yes, automatic cars are available in most car renting companies in Kuching. As cars with manual transmission are more common in many countries, you might have to pay an additional charge for renting an automatic car.

The average gas price in Kuching is C$ 2.25 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between C$ 27 and C$ 36, depending on the car size.

Economy (Proton Saga or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Kuching.

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An Economy car rental in Kuching costs C$ 57 per day, on average.

An Intermediate car rental in Kuching costs C$ 88 per day, on average.

A Mini car rental in Kuching costs C$ 45 per day, on average.

Driving a large, full-sized car on the road in Kuching is easy, since most roads are in good condition and wide enough for big cars. When choosing a large car from your car-rental agency, you can request their expertise in helping you choose the best type of car for the city. If you’re planning to drive car rentals in Kuching over long distances, think about the vehicle's fuel consumption as a primary factor. Additionally, choose a spacious vehicle to fit all your luggage, so that you enjoy a comfortable journey.

The speed limit when driving Kuching car rentals on freeways is 110 km/h (68 mph). However, this speed will be reduced to between 80 km/h (50 mph) and 90 km/h (56 mph) on tricky stretches of the expressway. The maximum speed you can drive on federal roads is 90 km/h (56 mph). When approaching school zones, residential areas, and hospitals, be prepared to slow down to 20 km/h (12 mph). You don’t have to worry about speed limits on unfamiliar roads because the signs will be installed in different locations on the roads. But you always need to obey traffic-speed laws, because speeding can cost you hefty fines. The city has street cameras to monitor drivers' speed and protect pedestrians and other drivers.

The best place to park a rental car is in downtown Kuching. This area is recommended because of its safety, its proximity to notable streets, and because it’s easy to get on the road whenever you need to drive. Parking-lot charges vary depending on your hours of parking. So, consider the rates before parking to maintain your travel budget. Avoid parking in prohibited areas—like in front of road signs—to avoid paying fines, and remember that finding a parking spot in the city can be challenging. If you park in Hilton Kuching’s parking lot, a covered parking garage that’s open 24/7, you’ll pay around RM5 ($1.10) every 24 hours.