Van hire in Malaysia (sewa van angkat barang): prices, sizes and what fits
What a van with driver or a self-drive panel van costs in Malaysia, how much a van holds compared with a 1-ton lorry, and when to book a lorry instead.
Van with driver: typical prices
Market ranges from Malaysian booking-app fares and price lists (2025–2026):
| Trip | Typical price |
|---|---|
| In town, up to about 10 km | about RM20–RM40 |
| Up to about 20 km | about RM40–RM70 |
| Up to about 30 km | about RM55–RM90 |
| Longer trips | about RM1.50–RM2.50 per km |
Market estimates, not CariLori prices. Van and driver only: helpers, waiting time (often about RM20 per 30 minutes after the first 30 free), extra stops (about RM7 each) and tolls are extra. Fuel prices rose in 2026, so older price lists may be low.
Self-drive van rental
| Van | Per day | Deposit |
|---|---|---|
| Small panel van (Nissan NV200) | about RM350 | about RM300 |
| Large panel van (Toyota Hiace) | about RM450 | about RM500 |
| Cargo van, 5 days or more | about RM280–RM300 a day | plus a booking fee of about RM300 |
Usually a minimum of 2 days and a daily km limit (about 250 km). Most vans can be driven with a car licence (Class D, up to 3,500 kg unladen). For bigger vehicles see self-drive lorry rental.
What fits in a van
| Vehicle | Load space (L × W × H) | Carries up to |
|---|---|---|
| 4x4 pickup | open tray | about 250–500 kg |
| Small van (7 ft) | about 1.7 × 1.0 × 1.2 m | about 500 kg |
| Large van (9 ft) | about 2.7 × 1.3 × 1.2 m | about 800 kg |
| Nissan NV200 panel van | about 2.0 m long, 4.2 m³ | about 740 kg |
| Toyota Hiace panel van | about 2.9 × 1.5 × 1.3 m (about 6 m³) | about 1 tonne |
| 1-ton lorry (10 ft) | about 2.75 × 1.5 × 1.5 m (about 6.4 m³) | about 1 tonne |
Typical sizes from booking apps and makers' specifications; check the exact vehicle with the supplier.
Van or 1-ton lorry?
- Van: parcels, a few boxes, small furniture, shop or market stock, one fridge or washing machine. Cheaper and easier to park.
- 4x4 pickup: tall or dirty items such as plants, building materials or a motorcycle, on an open tray.
- 1-ton lorry: a room's furniture, a sofa and a wardrobe together, or anything taller than about 1.2 m — a van's roof is low. See lorry sizes.
Book a van through CariLori
Post a request under Vans & pickups with what you're moving, pickup and drop-off, and the date. Suppliers with vans who cover your area contact you with their price.
Questions
How much is a van to carry goods (van angkat barang)?
In town, about RM20–RM40 for up to 10 km and RM55–RM90 for about 30 km with the driver (2025–2026), plus helpers and tolls.
How much is self-drive van rental per day?
About RM350 a day for a small panel van and RM450 for a Toyota Hiace panel van, usually for at least 2 days with a RM300–RM500 deposit.
Can a van move a whole house?
Usually not. A van suits a few items or a small room. For a flat or house, book a 1-ton or 3-ton lorry with helpers.