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Car rental rates in Essendon, Victoria
Essendon is one of Melbourneâs better known and larger suburbs located within easy travel distance of the CBD. The suburb is both famous for being Steve Irwinâs birthplace and also for its same-named Australian Rules Football team.
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Intermediate CarView offerFrom $53/day
for 21 Aug - 24 Aug 2025
Standard CarView offerFrom $57/day
for 21 Aug - 24 Aug 2025
SpecialView offerFrom $58/day
for 16 Aug - 19 Aug 2025
Economy CarView offerFrom $59/day
for 18 Aug - 23 Aug 2025
Mini CarView offerFrom $59/day
for 18 Aug - 23 Aug 2025
Compact CarView offerFrom $59/day
for 16 Aug - 19 Aug 2025
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Rental rate prices displayed are AUD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on August 15, 2025 by an Australian resident aged between 30 and 69 years old, for the specified travel dates, with a pickup and return time of 10:00 am. Rates and vehicle availability may change without notice. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates. Rates include all mandatory fees for the rental and exclude credit card surcharges and extras.
Rates are in AUD and were last updated on 15 August, 2025
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- 22 Jul 2025david s.Booked: Toyota Corolla Hybrid or similarMelbourne Airport
- 11 Jul 2025leigh n.Booked: Standard SUVBrisbane Airport
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Quick facts on hiring a car in Essendon
| 🚗 Vehicle types | Car, Commercial Van/Truck, Crossover, Monospace, Passenger Van, Pick up (double cab), Pick up (single/extended cab), SUV and Wagon/Estate. |
|---|---|
| 🔑 No. of depots | Four car rental depots in Essendon. |
| ✅ Rental brands | Avis, Budget, Enterprise and Sixt. |
Car models commonly available in Essendon
Audi vehicles for hire in Essendon
Audi Q3 HybridHybrid
5
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersSixt
BMW vehicles for hire in Essendon
BMW X3
5
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersSixt
Hyundai vehicles for hire in Essendon
Hyundai Staria
8
5
2 small
ProvidersBudget
Kia vehicles for hire in Essendon
Kia Carnival
8
5
4 small
ProvidersAvis, Sixt
Kia Cerato
5
5
2 small
ProvidersBudget
Kia Picanto
5
5
2 small
ProvidersSixt
Kia Rio
5
4
2 small
ProvidersSixt
Kia Sportage
5
5
4 small
ProvidersAvis, Budget
Kia Stonic
5
5
1 small
ProvidersBudget
Mazda vehicles for hire in Essendon
Mazda CX-3
5
5
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersEnterprise
Mazda CX3
5
5
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersSixt
Mazda CX5
5
5
1 large, 2 small
ProvidersSixt
Mercedes vehicles for hire in Essendon
Mercedes SUV GLC
5
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersSixt
MG vehicles for hire in Essendon
MG 3
5
4
2 small
ProvidersEnterprise
MG HS
5
4
1 large, 2 small
ProvidersEnterprise
Mitsubishi vehicles for hire in Essendon
Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross
5
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersSixt
Mitsubishi Triton
5
4
ProvidersEnterprise
Nissan vehicles for hire in Essendon
Nissan Juke
5
5
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersSixt
Skoda vehicles for hire in Essendon
Skoda Scala
5
4
2 large, 1 small
ProvidersEnterprise
Subaru vehicles for hire in Essendon
Subaru Crosstrek
5
5
1 large, 2 small
ProvidersSixt
Subaru Outback
5
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersSixt
Suzuki vehicles for hire in Essendon
Suzuki Swift
5
5
2 small
ProvidersAvis, Budget
Tesla vehicles for hire in Essendon
Tesla Model 3Electric
5
5
2 large, 1 small
ProvidersSixt
Tesla Model YElectric
5
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersSixt
Toyota vehicles for hire in Essendon
Toyota C-HR
5
5
3 small
ProvidersAvis
Toyota Camry
5
4
4 small
ProvidersAvis, Budget
Toyota Camry HybridHybrid
5
4
4 small
ProvidersAvis, Sixt
Toyota Corolla
5
4
3 small
ProvidersAvis, Enterprise
Toyota Corolla Hatch
5
5
2 small
ProvidersAvis, Sixt
Toyota Hiace
2
2
ProvidersEnterprise
Toyota Hilux
5
4
ProvidersEnterprise
Toyota Hilux SR-5 4WD Dual Cab
5
5
4 large, 2 small
ProvidersSixt
Toyota Kluger
5
5
4 small
ProvidersAvis, Budget, Sixt
Toyota Prado
5
5
4 small
ProvidersAvis, Budget, Sixt
Toyota RAV4
5
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersSixt
Toyota Yaris
5
5
2 small
ProvidersSixt
Toyota Yaris Cross
5
5
2 small
ProvidersSixt
Volkswagen vehicles for hire in Essendon
Volkswagen Polo
5
4
1 large, 2 small
ProvidersEnterprise
Other vehicles for hire in Essendon
Mystery Car
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersEnterprise, Budget
The price range indicates the AUD per-day rental rates from bookings made using our search engine, excluding any extras, in most cases. While we make reasonable efforts to provide accurate and reliable data, the data is provided âas isâ and errors or other defects may occur. For more information, click here: Terms and Conditions.
Rates are in AUD and were last updated on 15 August, 2025
Essendon daily rate data
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
15 Aug
$63
$66
16 Aug
$59
$164
17 Aug
$59
$164
18 Aug
$59
$66
19 Aug
$59
$66
20 Aug
$59
$66
21 Aug
$59
$66
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
15 Aug
$67
$67
16 Aug
$65
$174
17 Aug
$65
$174
18 Aug
$55
$70
19 Aug
$55
$67
20 Aug
$55
$74
21 Aug
$53
$67
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
15 Aug
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
16 Aug
$79
$200
17 Aug
$79
$200
18 Aug
$58
$200
19 Aug
$58
$200
20 Aug
$58
$200
21 Aug
$57
$200
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
15 Aug
$66
$89
16 Aug
$66
$198
17 Aug
$66
$180
18 Aug
$61
$90
19 Aug
$66
$81
20 Aug
$61
$87
21 Aug
$66
$76
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
15 Aug
$72
$85
16 Aug
$72
$85
17 Aug
$72
$197
18 Aug
$69
$107
19 Aug
$72
$109
20 Aug
$69
$104
21 Aug
$72
$85
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
15 Aug
$75
$75
16 Aug
$75
$282
17 Aug
$75
$282
18 Aug
$73
$282
19 Aug
$75
$282
20 Aug
$73
$282
21 Aug
$75
$282
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
15 Aug
$131
$131
16 Aug
$131
$292
17 Aug
$131
$292
18 Aug
$119
$292
19 Aug
$112
$292
20 Aug
$111
$292
21 Aug
$107
$292
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
15 Aug
$138
$138
16 Aug
$131
$138
17 Aug
$131
$138
18 Aug
$122
$131
19 Aug
$122
$122
20 Aug
$116
$122
21 Aug
$117
$122
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
15 Aug
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
16 Aug
$254
$292
17 Aug
$254
$292
18 Aug
$253
$292
19 Aug
$254
$292
20 Aug
$253
$292
21 Aug
$254
$292
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
15 Aug
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
16 Aug
$205
$205
17 Aug
$205
$205
18 Aug
$204
$205
19 Aug
$205
$205
20 Aug
$204
$205
21 Aug
$205
$205
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
15 Aug
$66
$66
16 Aug
$66
$66
17 Aug
$66
$66
18 Aug
$61
$66
19 Aug
$66
$66
20 Aug
$61
$66
21 Aug
$66
$66
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
15 Aug
$83
$83
16 Aug
$83
$83
17 Aug
$83
$83
18 Aug
$79
$83
19 Aug
$83
$83
20 Aug
$79
$83
21 Aug
$83
$83
Historical daily rate pricing information is data from actual bookings made using our search engine in the previous 12 months.
Next 7 days rates are obtained from searches in our reservation system for a 3 day rental duration, by an Australian resident aged between 30 and 69 years old, with a pickup and return time of 10:00 am on the indicated pick up date. Rates and vehicle availability may change without notice.
Prices are in AUD and include all mandatory fees for the rental and exclude credit card surcharges and extras.
While we make reasonable efforts to provide accurate and reliable data, the data is provided âas isâ and errors or other defects may occur. For more information, click here: Terms and Conditions.
Rates are in AUD and were last updated on 15 August, 2025
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Car rental depots in Essendon
Car hire depots in Essendon are marked on the map below.
Avis Maribyrnong Cars
28 Williamson Road, Maribyrnong VIC, 3032
Today âą7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
4.60 âą 1 rating
Budget Maribyrnong Cars
28 Williamson Road (Metro), Maribyrnong VIC, 3032
Today âą7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Enterprise Melbourne Coburg
251 Sydney Road, Coburg VIC, 3058
Today âą7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Sixt Coburg (AU)
152A Gaffney Street, Coburg VIC, 3058
Today âą8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
5.00 âą 2 ratings
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Frequently asked questions
On hiring a car in Essendon, Victoria
How much does it cost to hire a car in Essendon?
Prices start at AUD $53 per day for an Intermediate Car, up to AUD $292 per day for a Premium SUV. Get a live rate for your planned dates and desired vehicle in Essendon.
How much does it cost to hire a Luxury SUV in Essendon?
If you are looking for a Luxury SUV option, the rate is AUD $122 per day. Make sure to check a live rate for your desired car hire dates in Essendon.
How much does it cost to hire an Electric Car in Essendon?
If you prefer to plug your car in rather than fill it up, an Electric Car costs between AUD $116 and AUD $122 per day. Enter your car hire dates and find a live rate for your desired Electric Car in Essendon.
How much does it cost to hire a Minivan or People Mover in Essendon?
If youâve got a crowd, but donât need something as large as a bus, then a 7-seater or 8-seater Minivan hire might be your best option. A Minivan costs AUD $253 per day. Check for a live rate by entering your desired car hire dates in Essendon.
What is the highest-rated hire car in Essendon?
The highest-rated rental car in Essendon is Kia Sportage or similar, based on ratings by our customers within the last 12 months.
What is the highest-rated car hire provider in Essendon?
Sixt is the highest-rated car hire provider in Essendon, based on ratings by our customers.
Is it cheaper to book a weekly car rental in Essendon?
The per-day rates of some rental cars may fall if you book for a longer rental period. Prices often change around daily, three-day, five-day and seven-day periods. Also, note that the selection of rental cars available in Essendon may be more limited if you are looking for a long-term car rental, so itâs best to compare a few different booking durations first.
Can I pick up a car hire in Essendon and drop off in another location?
Absolutely. You can pick up your hire car in Essendon and drop off in another location. However, there may be a one-way fee charged to your booking by your supplier. To avoid surprises, we add this charge to the total cost displayed in our search engine.
Where can I park my rental car in Essendon?
There are ample parking and a variety of parking options on-site in Essendon as well as permit zone, pay and display and long term parking opposite Essendon Fields Airport. Free parking for periods up to two hours is available in the shopping centre car park.
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