Kuching car hire

The average price of fuel in Kuching is $2.87 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of uel costs between $34 and $46, depending on the car size.

Compact (Perodua Alza or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Kuching.

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A Compact car hire in Kuching costs $110 per day, on average.

The roads in Kuching are well suited to all types of cars, so your choice of vehicle depends on your needs. There are some smaller streets and roads, where a compact or economy car hire in Kuching will make it easier to navigate and park. If you're travelling with a family, consider spending a little more and getting an SUV, a popular choice in Kuching and other parts of the country. If you're keen on going off-roading at any point, stick with a 4x4 and make the most of it.

The speed limit in Kuching is the same as in all other Malaysian cities. In the surrounding areas, on motorways and highways, the speed limit is usually 110 km/h; though, there are other sections where this will be reduced to 80-90 km/h. A kilometre before you reach a toll, the speed limit will drop to 60 km/h. The limit in built-up areas and inside the city is between 50 km/h and 60 km/h. Be aware that speed limits around schools are usually slower, even if there aren't visible signs.

There are various parking facilities available throughout Kuching, including on-street parking, off-street parking and payment booths throughout the city. The majority of the free parking is available outside of the city centre. Inside the city centre, you'll rely on parking garages and payment booths. You can contact the city to purchase season parking tickets, which give you cheaper parking rates. Parking garages around the city are privately owned and subject to their own fees, which may vary widely depending on where you are.