Malaysia Fuel Prices This Week (20-26 Aug 2026): RON97 & RON95
Get the latest RON95, RON97, and diesel fuel prices in Malaysia for 20-26 August 2026. See how these rates affect your budget for a rental car road trip.
Official Fuel Prices for 20-26 August 2026
The Ministry of Finance has announced the retail fuel prices for the period of August 20-26, 2026. This week sees an increase across all fuel categories, reflecting higher global crude oil prices. These prices are determined by the Automatic Pricing Mechanism (APM).
- RON97 is priced at RM4.25 per litre, an increase of 10 sen from RM4.15.
- Unsubsidised RON95 is priced at RM3.77 per litre, an increase of 15 sen from RM3.62.
- Unsubsidised diesel is priced at RM4.67 per litre, an increase of 20 sen from RM4.47.
Understanding Fuel Subsidies in Malaysia
The government continues its targeted subsidy programs to assist eligible citizens. Under the BUDI MADANI initiative, qualified individuals and small farmers can purchase RON95 petrol at the subsidised rate of RM1.99 per litre. Similarly, the BUDI Diesel program maintains a subsidised price of RM2.10 per litre for eligible logistics and public transport sectors. For car rental customers, the price paid at the pump will be the unsubsidised retail rate, which is RM3.77 per litre for RON95 this week.
Estimating Fuel Cost for a Seremban to Penang Trip
To put these prices into perspective, let's estimate the fuel cost for a round trip from Seremban to Penang. The journey, including some city driving, covers approximately 800 km. A modern, fuel-efficient car like a Perodua Myvi from JRV's 2024-2026 fleet has a fuel economy of about 21 km per litre. This trip would require around 38 litres of fuel. Based on this week's prices, the cost would be approximately RM143.26 for unsubsidised RON95 or RM161.50 for RON97.
How This Impacts Your Car Rental Budget
Fuel is the primary variable cost for any renter. Knowing the weekly prices helps you plan your travel budget more accurately. At JRV Services, our policy of unlimited mileage for travel across Peninsular Malaysia simplifies this process. You don't have to worry about extra charges for distance travelled, only the fuel you consume. This transparency, combined with our zero-deposit policy for all vehicles, helps keep initial costs predictable and manageable when planning your trip.
FAQ
Is RON95 petrol still subsidised for everyone in Malaysia?
No, the subsidy is now targeted. Eligible individuals under the BUDI MADANI program can purchase RON95 at RM1.99/litre, but the unsubsidised pump price for this week is RM3.77/litre for everyone else.
What type of petrol should I use for a rental car?
Most modern rental cars are designed to run efficiently on RON95 petrol. While using RON97 is perfectly fine and won't harm the engine, it is more expensive and offers minimal performance difference for standard rental vehicles.
How often do petrol prices change in Malaysia?
Fuel prices are updated weekly. The Ministry of Finance announces the new rates every Wednesday, and they take effect from Thursday morning until the following Wednesday.
Do JRV car rentals come with a full tank of fuel?
Our car rentals do not include fuel in the rental price. The vehicle is provided with a certain level of fuel, and we ask that you return it with the same amount to avoid any refuelling charges.