Car Shipping Cost Index Malaysia.
A transparent reference for vehicle shipping costs from Peninsular Malaysia to Sabah & Sarawak (and back). Not an official quote — these are benchmarks so you understand what drives the price before requesting an exact one. All RoRo tariffs already include Allianz Marine Insurance.
- RM 1,250
- Lowest benchmark · motorcycle
- 6 ports
- Sabah & Sarawak from Port Klang
- 2023
- Since · 500+ vehicles
- All-risk
- Allianz insurance in the tariff
RoRo price ranges ex Port Klang.
Benchmark ranges across confirmed ports. For classes or ports we haven't published, check directly with our officer — we don't post guesstimate prices.
| Vehicle type | Example models | Benchmark range (one-way) |
|---|---|---|
| Motorcycle | Underbone · cruiser · superbike | RM 1,250 – RM 1,650 |
| Sedan / Hatchback | Vios · City · Saga · Persona | RM 2,150 – RM 2,500 |
| SUV / MPV | CR-V · X70 · Vellfire · Alphard | RM 2,350 – RM 2,600 |
| Pickup 4×4 | Hilux · Triton · Ranger · Navara | Check rate |
| Van | Hiace · Urvan · Alphard | Check rate |
| Lorry 1-Ton | Hino · Fuso · Isuzu commercial | Check rate |
// Benchmark = range across confirmed ports, one-way. Exact price depends on port, sailing date & actual dimensions. See full tariff & compass →
6 factors that drive price.
Route & distance
Sea distance from Port Klang to the destination port. Kuching (~4–7 days) is closer than Kota Kinabalu (~7–9 days) or secondary ports like Tawau.
Vehicle class & size
Motorcycles are cheapest; sedan, SUV/MPV, pickup, van, lorry scale up by deck space (lane-metre) and weight. Lorries & heavy machinery are quoted bespoke.
Method (RoRo vs container)
RoRo (drive-on) is most cost-efficient for driveable vehicles. Locked container costs more but gives full protection for premium cars.
Direction (outbound vs return)
Return-leg tariffs (Sabah/Sarawak → Port Klang) differ slightly from outbound, depending on vessel load balance.
Season & demand
Vessel slots are tighter during festive & balik-kampung seasons. Booking early avoids last-minute premiums.
Insurance & add-ons
Allianz Marine all-risk insurance is already in the tariff. Home pickup +RM 250. Customs clearance & documentation included.
Transparent, no hidden fees.
Every Rentaka quote is built from vehicle class + destination port + method (RoRo/container), with Allianz Marine all-risk insurance, port handling, and documentation already included. No surprise charges at the end. For classes or routes whose rate we haven't published openly (e.g. Lorry, Van, Heavy Machinery, or secondary ports), our officer gives you an exact price promptly — not a vague estimate.
Common cost questions.
How much does it cost to ship a car to Sabah & Sarawak?
RoRo benchmark: motorcycle from RM 1,250, sedan RM 2,150–2,540, SUV/MPV RM 2,350–2,640 — all include Allianz Marine Insurance. For Lorry, Van, Heavy Machinery or secondary ports (Sandakan/Tawau/Sibu), check with our officer for an exact rate.
What is included in the price?
Every RoRo tariff includes Allianz Marine all-risk insurance, port handling, and customs documentation. Home pickup +RM 250. No hidden fees.
Why does the price differ by port?
Sea distance and sailing frequency. Kuching (~4–7 days) is usually cheaper than Kota Kinabalu (~7–9 days) or secondary ports like Sandakan and Tawau.
RoRo or container — which is cheaper?
RoRo (drive-on) is about 20–30% cheaper for driveable vehicles. A locked container costs more but gives full protection for premium cars or when shipping belongings alongside.
Are return-leg rates (Sabah/Sarawak → Klang) the same?
Slightly different. Confirmed examples: KK → Port Klang sedan RM 2,540 / SUV RM 2,640; Kuching → Port Klang sedan RM 2,110 / SUV RM 2,310; motorcycle RM 1,160.
When is this index updated?
Reviewed each season/year — last updated May 2026. For an exact rate by sailing date, get a 60-second quote or WhatsApp our officer.
