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Solar Panel Cost Malaysia 2026: Complete Price Guide

How much does solar really cost in Malaysia? We break down every component — panels, inverter, installation, permits — and show exactly what you should pay in 2026. Residential prices come from our current catalogue, so you have a real benchmark before requesting a quote.

RM19.5k–46k
Residential catalogue
RM2.1k–4.4k
Price per kWp
3–10 years
Payback period
27.03 sen
RP4 Energy Charge

What This Guide Covers

  • Price table by system size
  • Price per kWp benchmark
  • What affects your quote
  • Panel brand comparison
  • Inverter brand comparison
  • Cost breakdown (pie chart)
  • Bank financing options
  • ROI with new TNB tariff
  • Hidden costs to watch for
At a glance

Solar Panel System Prices Malaysia 2026

All-in installed prices including panels, inverter, mounting, cabling, TNB Solar ATAP application, and SEDA registration. Prices vary by brand and site complexity.

System SizePrice RangeMonthly SavingsPaybackBest For
5.58 kWpRM15,999 – RM20,999about RM1409.5–12.5 yearsSmaller home, bill RM150–300
7.44 kWpPopularRM17,999 – RM22,999about RM2306.5–8.3 yearsMedium home (largest single-phase size)
9.92 kWpRM23,999 – RM28,999about RM3705.4–6.5 yearsMedium-large home
12.40 kWpRM26,999 – RM31,999about RM4704.8–5.7 yearsLarge home / small office
50–100 kWp (Commercial)RM120,000 – RM240,000 (before SST)~RM1,600 – RM3,100~6.4 years (MV, before GITA)Factory, warehouse, shophouse

Prices above are indicative all-in installed costs for peninsular Malaysia; monthly savings use our RP4 domestic bill model for a household whose usage matches the system's output. Sabah and Sarawak are installed through local partners and priced separately, from RM29,499 for 5.58 kWp. Commercial systems above 25 kWp are priced separately — see our commercial solar page.

The benchmark number

Price Per kWp — What to Expect

The most reliable way to compare solar quotes in Malaysia is price per kilowatt-peak (kWp). Trexon's 2026 catalogue runs from about RM1,800 to RM3,800 per kWp for a complete installed home system — larger systems cost less per kWp.

RM1,800 – RM3,800
per kWp (installed, Trexon catalogue)

Price per kWp falls as the system gets bigger: our 5.58 kWp package is RM2,867/kWp with a Solis inverter, while 19.84 kWp is RM1,789/kWp. When comparing quotes, check the panel and inverter brands, the warranties and what is included — not just the headline price.

What's Included in the All-In Price

  • Tier-1 TOPCon or PERC solar panels
  • String inverter or hybrid inverter
  • Aluminium mounting structure & rails
  • DC/AC cabling, conduit, isolators
  • Professional installation labor
  • SEDA registration & TNB Solar ATAP application
  • TNB meter change coordination
  • System commissioning & handover
System SizeLow (RM/kWp)High (RM/kWp)Note
5.58 kWpRM3,494RM4,390Smallest Trexon package
7.44 kWpRM2,822RM3,494Largest single-phase package
9.92 kWpRM2,520RM3,024Economies of scale kicking in
12.40 kWpRM2,339RM2,742Lower cost per kWp
19.84 kWpRM2,066RM2,318Largest residential package
Why quotes vary

What Affects Your Solar Panel Price?

Two homeowners on the same street can receive quotes that differ by thousands of ringgit (Trexon estimate). Here is why.

System Size

Larger systems have a lower cost per kWp but higher total cost. A 5.58 kWp system at RM15,999 costs RM2,867/kWp, while a 19.84 kWp system at RM35,499 is only RM1,789/kWp.

High impact

Panel Brand & Technology

Tier-1 TOPCon panels (JinkoSolar, LONGi, JA Solar) typically cost more than Tier-2 brands (Trexon estimate) but deliver better efficiency and longer warranties.

Medium impact

Inverter Brand

In our catalogue, a Huawei inverter adds RM3,000 and a Sungrow inverter adds RM5,000 over the Solis price for the same system size.

Medium impact

Roof Type & Pitch

Metal deck roofs are cheapest to install. Concrete flat roofs need ballasted mounting (+RM1,500–3,000). Tiles require extra care.

Medium impact

Wiring Distance

If your main distribution board is far from the roof, cable runs add cost. Every 10m of DC cable adds roughly RM200–400.

Low–medium

Single vs Three-Phase

Systems above 7.44 kWp need a three-phase supply in our catalogue. The three-phase upgrade is quoted by TNB per premise and is not included in the package price.

High impact (if upgrade needed)
Panel comparison

Solar Panel Brand Comparison Malaysia 2026

All five brands listed are Tier-1 Bloomberg-rated manufacturers. TOPCon technology is now the industry standard, offering better low-light performance and lower degradation rates than older PERC panels.

Brand & ModelTechnologyEfficiencyWarrantyPanel supply price / Watt (market estimate)Rating
JinkoSolar Tiger Neo
30-year performance warranty
TOPCon22.9%30 yearsRM2.10 – RM2.40
LONGi Hi-MO 7
Major global solar brand
TOPCon22.5%25–30 years (by model)RM2.00 – RM2.30
JA Solar DeepBlue 4.0
Tier-1 manufacturer
TOPCon22.4%25 yearsRM1.90 – RM2.20
Trina Vertex S+
Strong in commercial
TOPCon22.7%25 yearsRM2.05 – RM2.35
Canadian Solar HiKu7
Reliable, widely serviced
TOPCon22.5%25 yearsRM2.00 – RM2.30

Why TOPCon is Now the Standard

TOPCon (Tunnel Oxide Passivated Contact) panels achieve higher efficiency and suffer lower annual degradation (~0.35%/year vs ~0.55% for older PERC) — meaning your 5 kWp system will still deliver over 4.5 kWp of output after 25 years. All major brands have now shifted their production lines to TOPCon, making it the default choice for new installations in 2026.

Trexon installs Jinko Tiger Neo 620 W N-Type panels on its residential systems. See the full breakdown on our best solar panels Malaysia guide.

Inverter brands

Inverter Comparison: Huawei vs Sungrow vs Growatt

The inverter converts DC power from your panels into AC power your home uses. It is the one component most likely to require service during the system's lifetime — so brand support matters.

Huawei SUN2000

RM3,500 – RM8,000

Pros

  • AI-powered MPPT optimisation
  • FusionSolar app monitoring
  • Up to 98.6% efficiency
  • Smart EV charger integration

Cons

  • RM2,000–3,000 premium
  • Requires Huawei ecosystem
Best for: Tech-forward homes, EV owners

Sungrow SG

RM2,200 – RM5,500

Pros

  • Cost-effective
  • Excellent local support
  • Wide system compatibility
  • Proven reliability in MY

Cons

  • App less polished than Huawei
  • Slightly lower peak efficiency
Best for: Budget-conscious buyers

Growatt

RM1,500 – RM3,500

Pros

  • Most affordable option
  • Good warranty terms
  • Simple plug-and-play

Cons

  • Fewer advanced features
  • Smaller local service network
Best for: Small systems, tight budgets
Our recommendation: In Trexon packages Solis is the base inverter; Huawei SUN2000 adds RM3,000 and Sungrow SG adds RM5,000. Choose by monitoring app and battery plans: Huawei if you plan to add battery storage or an EV charger later, for its ecosystem integration.
Where the money goes

Installation Cost Breakdown

For a typical 5.58 kWp residential system at about RM16,000, here is how the budget splits across components and services.

Solar Panels45%
Inverter20%
Labor & Installation15%
Mounting Structure10%
Permits & Commissioning10%

Solar Panels (45%)

The panels themselves account for the largest portion. TOPCon panels are now price-competitive with the older PERC generation, so upgrading technology adds minimal cost.

Inverter (20%)

Huawei and Sungrow hybrids sit at the top of this range. String inverters from Growatt bring this percentage down to 12–15%.

Labor & Installation (15%)

Includes site survey, electrical work, panel installation, testing, and commissioning. Accounts for roof complexity — metal deck is fastest, flat concrete takes longest.

Mounting Structure (10%)

Anodised aluminium rail-and-clamp systems for standard roofs. Flat-roof ballasted systems add cost at this category.

Permits & Commissioning (10%)

Covers SEDA registration fee, TNB Solar ATAP application, TNB meter change coordination, and final sign-off documentation.

Don't pay cash

Solar Financing Options in Malaysia

Many Malaysians spread the cost of solar. Compare the monthly repayment with your estimated monthly savings — on a short 0% instalment plan the repayment is usually higher than the savings until the plan ends.

Bank Green Loan

Maybank Solar PV Financing is a dedicated green financing product; for BSN, Bank Rakyat and Bank Islam, check current terms with the bank directly. Rates and tenure are set by each bank.

Compare bank loans

OKAPI Rent-to-Own

For homes: RM2,000 booking, then a fixed monthly quoted by OKAPI for 7 or 10 years. You own the system at the end.

Learn about rent-to-own

Credit Card 0% Instalments

Spread the cost over up to 24 months with participating credit cards. Every route starts with the RM2,000 booking.

See card instalments

Bank Green Loan Comparison

BankInterest RateMax LoanTenureNotes
MaybankFloating (Maybank illustration: SBR + 2.70%)RM100,000Up to 10 yearsSolar PV Financing
BSNCheck with the bankCheck with the bankCheck with the bankCheck current terms
Bank RakyatCheck with the bankCheck with the bankCheck with the bankCheck current terms
Bank IslamCheck with the bankCheck with the bankCheck with the bankShariah-compliant — check current terms

SBR = Standardised Base Rate. Rates subject to change. Speak to your bank directly or see our full financing guide.

RP4 tariff and solar ROI

How the RP4 TNB Tariff Shapes Solar ROI

Since 1 July 2025 (RP4), the domestic Energy Charge is 27.03 sen/kWh (37.03 sen above 1,500 kWh a month), plus capacity 4.55 sen and network 12.85 sen. Each self-consumed solar unit avoids all three; the AFA is set monthly.

Energy Charge
27.03 sen
per kWh (up to 1,500 kWh)
+17.40 sen
capacity + network
Avoided per self-consumed kWh
44.43 sen
per kWh (RP4, from 1 Jul 2025)
ScenarioSystemAnnual SavingsPayback Period25-yr Lifetime Savings
RM200 bill5.58 kWpabout RM1,7169.3 yearsabout RM39,480
RM500 bill7.44 kWpabout RM3,4925.2 yearsabout RM69,120
RM1,000 bill11.78 kWpabout RM7,3203.6 yearsabout RM147,000
Key insight: Larger bills pay back faster because more of the solar output replaces grid units you would otherwise buy. Figures use catalogue Solis prices and our RP4 domestic bill model (about 3.5 equivalent peak sun hours, 40% of output used on site); exported units earn the Energy Charge only, unused credit is forfeited at the end of each billing period, and the 25-year figure counts export credit for the 10-year ATAP term only. Estimate: 3.5 sun-hours, 40% used at home, export credited at 27.03 sen for 10 years, excl. AFA. Above 1,500 kWh a month (roughly a RM930+ bill) TNB charges the higher 37.03 sen Energy Charge on every kWh; when solar brings net import back under that line the whole bill drops a tier, which is why the largest bill shows the biggest jump in saving.

For a personalised calculation factoring in your actual TNB bill and roof orientation, use our solar savings calculator.

Read the fine print

Hidden Costs to Watch For

Reputable installers like Trexon include all costs upfront. But some installers quote a low base price and charge extras later. Here is what to watch for before you sign.

Wiring upgrade (DB upgrade)

Old homes with outdated distribution boards

RM500 – RM2,000

TNB meter change fee

Required for all Solar ATAP connections

RM100 – RM300

Roof reinforcement

Aging roofs or unusual panel placement

RM1,000 – RM5,000

Extended cable runs

Inverter location far from DB / meter

RM500 – RM3,000

Lightning protection (ELCB/SPD)

Recommended; some installers skip it

RM300 – RM1,000

3-phase upgrade

Systems above 7.44 kWp need a 3-phase supply (Trexon catalogue)

RM3,000 – RM8,000

How to Protect Yourself

  • Ask for a line-item quotation — not just a total price.
  • Confirm whether the quote includes TNB meter change and SEDA application fees.
  • Ask if your distribution board needs upgrading — request a site inspection before signing.
  • Check the installer's SEDA RPVSP registration and Energy Commission (Suruhanjaya Tenaga) licence.
  • Get at least 3 quotes and compare price per kWp, not total price alone.

Get Your Personalised Solar Quote

Prices vary based on your roof, usage, and system size. Our engineers will design the right system for your home or business — with a detailed line-item quote, no hidden charges, and a 5-year workmanship warranty on all installations.

SEDA-registered installer (RPVSP)Tier-1 panels only30-year panel performance warrantyNo hidden fees