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Car rental rates in Essendon, Victoria
Essendon is one of Melbourne’s better known and larger suburbs located within easy travel distance of the CBD. The suburb is both famous for being Steve Irwin’s birthplace and also for its same-named Australian Rules Football team.
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Intermediate Car
View offerTravel 08 Apr - 11 Apr 2026
from AUD $41/day
Economy Elite SUV
View offerTravel 08 Apr - 11 Apr 2026
from AUD $41/day
Economy Car
View offerTravel 07 Apr - 10 Apr 2026
from AUD $45/day
Mini Car
View offerTravel 07 Apr - 12 Apr 2026
from AUD $46/day
Compact Car
View offerTravel 07 Apr - 10 Apr 2026
from AUD $46/day
Special
View offerTravel 07 Apr - 10 Apr 2026
from AUD $46/day
Compact Monospace
View offerTravel 07 Apr - 12 Apr 2026
from AUD $48/day
Standard Car
View offerTravel 07 Apr - 10 Apr 2026
from AUD $51/day
Intermediate Elite SUV
View offerTravel 08 Apr - 11 Apr 2026
from AUD $54/day
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Rental rate prices displayed are AUD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on April 02, 2026 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 02 April, 2026
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- 26 Mar 2026doug p.Booked: Toyota CH-R or similarMelbourne Tullamarine 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 | Seven car rental depots in Essendon. |
| ✅ Rental brands | Avis, Budget, Everything Fleet, Redspot and Sixt. |
Car models commonly available in Essendon
Popular rental car models in Essendon last month
- % of BookingsModelPrice range last monthProviders
1
26%
$33$63
Suzuki Swift Hybrid or SimilarEconomy Car
5
5
1 large, 1 small
Rent withEverything Fleet
2
13%
$48$105
Nissan X-TRAIL e-POWER or SimilarStandard SUV
5
5
1 large, 1 small
Rent withEverything Fleet
3
13%
$46$106Subaru Crosstrek HybridIntermediate Elite SUV
5
4
1 large, 1 small
Rent withEverything Fleet
4
13%
$39$39
Toyota Corolla HybridIntermediate Car
5
5
1 large, 1 small
Rent withEverything Fleet
5
11%
$37$57Toyota Yaris CrossEconomy Elite SUV
5
5
1 large, 2 small
Rent withEverything Fleet, Sixt
Audi vehicles for hire in Essendon
Audi Q3 HybridHybrid
5
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersSixt
Ford vehicles for hire in Essendon
Ford Everest
7
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersSixt
Ford Ranger Wildtrak
5
5
4 large, 2 small
ProvidersSixt
Honda vehicles for hire in Essendon
Honda Crv
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersEverything Fleet
Hyundai vehicles for hire in Essendon
Hyundai Staria
8
5
2 small
ProvidersBudget
Hyundai Staria Load
3
4
ProvidersEverything Fleet
Isuzu vehicles for hire in Essendon
Isuzu FRR 500
2
5
ProvidersBudget
Isuzu Ftr 900
3
5
ProvidersBudget
Kia vehicles for hire in Essendon
Kia Carnival
8
5
4 small
ProvidersAvis, Sixt, Everything Fleet
Kia Cerato
5
4
1 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
LDV vehicles for hire in Essendon
LDV Delivery 9
3
2
ProvidersEverything Fleet
Mazda vehicles for hire in Essendon
Mazda CX3
5
5
1 small
ProvidersRedspot, Sixt
Mazda CX5
5
5
1 large, 2 small
ProvidersSixt
Mercedes vehicles for hire in Essendon
Mercedes Benz GLE class
5
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersSixt
Mercedes SUV GLC
5
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersSixt
Mercedes-Benz 313 Mwb High Roof Sprinter
3
5
ProvidersBudget
MG vehicles for hire in Essendon
MG Core 3
5
3
1 small
ProvidersRedspot
MG HS Excite
5
5
2 small
ProvidersEverything Fleet
MG HS Vibe
5
5
2 small
ProvidersRedspot
Mitsubishi vehicles for hire in Essendon
Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross
5
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersSixt
Nissan vehicles for hire in Essendon
Nissan Juke
5
5
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersSixt
Nissan X-TRAIL e-POWER or SimilarHybrid
5
5
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersEverything Fleet
Skoda vehicles for hire in Essendon
Skoda Scala Select
5
4
1 small
ProvidersRedspot
Subaru vehicles for hire in Essendon
Subaru Crosstrek
5
5
1 large, 2 small
ProvidersSixt
Subaru Crosstrek HybridHybrid
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersEverything Fleet
Subaru Outback
5
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersSixt
Suzuki vehicles for hire in Essendon
Suzuki Swift
5
5
2 small
ProvidersAvis, Budget, Everything Fleet
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 CH-R
5
5
3 small
ProvidersAvis
Toyota Coaster 22 Seater
22
5
ProvidersBudget
Toyota Commuter
12
5
ProvidersBudget, Everything Fleet
Toyota Corolla
5
4
3 small
ProvidersAvis, Redspot, Everything Fleet
Toyota Corolla Hatch
5
5
2 small
ProvidersAvis, Budget, Sixt
Toyota Hilux
5
4
ProvidersBudget, Everything Fleet
Toyota Hilux - Tray
5
4
2 small
ProvidersRedspot
Toyota Hilux - tub
5
2
2 small
ProvidersRedspot
Toyota Kluger
5
5
4 small
ProvidersAvis, Budget, Sixt
Toyota Kluger HybridHybrid
5
5
1 large, 2 small
ProvidersEverything Fleet
Toyota Land Cruiser 300
7
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersSixt
Toyota Prado
5
5
4 small
ProvidersAvis, Budget
Toyota Prado GX Mine Spec
5
4
ProvidersBudget
Toyota RAV4
5
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersSixt
Toyota RAV4 HybridHybrid
5
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersSixt
Toyota Yaris
5
5
2 small
ProvidersSixt
Toyota Yaris Cross
5
5
2 small
ProvidersSixt, Everything Fleet
Toyota Yaris Cross HybridHybrid
5
5
2 small
ProvidersSixt
Showing 10 of 21 vehicles
Volkswagen vehicles for hire in Essendon
Volkswagen ID4Electric
5
5
1 small
ProvidersRedspot
Volkswagen Polo
5
5
1 small
ProvidersRedspot
Other vehicles for hire in Essendon
4wd Tray
2
5
ProvidersBudget
Mystery Car
5
3
1 small
ProvidersRedspot, 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 ‘as is’ and errors or other defects may occur. For more information, click here: Terms and Conditions.
Rates are in AUD and were last updated on 02 April, 2026
Essendon daily rate data
Price range over the past 12 months for a economy car
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
02 Apr
$70
$77
03 Apr
$70
$77
04 Apr
$70
$77
05 Apr
$65
$77
06 Apr
$70
$95
07 Apr
$45
$77
08 Apr
$45
$77
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
02 Apr
$74
$89
03 Apr
$74
$89
04 Apr
$74
$89
05 Apr
$74
$89
06 Apr
$47
$89
07 Apr
$44
$89
08 Apr
$41
$89
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
02 Apr
$84
$154
03 Apr
$84
$154
04 Apr
$91
$154
05 Apr
$90
$154
06 Apr
$91
$154
07 Apr
$51
$114
08 Apr
$51
$114
Price range over the past 12 months for a standard SUV
Price range over the past 12 months for a intermediate elite SUV
Price range over the past 12 months for a economy elite SUV
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
02 Apr
$85
$89
03 Apr
$85
$89
04 Apr
$85
$89
05 Apr
$79
$89
06 Apr
$47
$89
07 Apr
$44
$89
08 Apr
$41
$89
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
02 Apr
$79
$99
03 Apr
$79
$99
04 Apr
$79
$99
05 Apr
$79
$99
06 Apr
$79
$99
07 Apr
$68
$95
08 Apr
$54
$95
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
02 Apr
$88
$322
03 Apr
$88
$322
04 Apr
$88
$322
05 Apr
$88
$322
06 Apr
$88
$322
07 Apr
$54
$282
08 Apr
$61
$282
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
02 Apr
$131
$322
03 Apr
$131
$322
04 Apr
$131
$322
05 Apr
$130
$322
06 Apr
$120
$322
07 Apr
$111
$292
08 Apr
$112
$292
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
02 Apr
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
03 Apr
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
04 Apr
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
05 Apr
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
06 Apr
$141
$141
07 Apr
$154
$155
08 Apr
$155
$174
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
02 Apr
$309
$322
03 Apr
$217
$322
04 Apr
$160
$322
05 Apr
$159
$322
06 Apr
$207
$322
07 Apr
$207
$309
08 Apr
$207
$309
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
02 Apr
$233
$233
03 Apr
$233
$233
04 Apr
$233
$233
05 Apr
$233
$233
06 Apr
$233
$233
07 Apr
$195
$204
08 Apr
$204
$204
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
02 Apr
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
03 Apr
$187
$187
04 Apr
$187
$187
05 Apr
$187
$190
06 Apr
$178
$178
07 Apr
$95
$177
08 Apr
$95
$151
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
02 Apr
$74
$74
03 Apr
$74
$74
04 Apr
$74
$74
05 Apr
$73
$74
06 Apr
$74
$74
07 Apr
$48
$48
08 Apr
$48
$48
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
02 Apr
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
03 Apr
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
04 Apr
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
05 Apr
$90
$91
06 Apr
$91
$91
07 Apr
$74
$75
08 Apr
$74
$74
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 ‘as is’ and errors or other defects may occur. For more information, click here: Terms and Conditions.
Rates are in AUD and were last updated on 02 April, 2026
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Car rental depots in Essendon
Find a convenient car hire depot on the map below.
Avis Airport West
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Thu 07:30–17:00, Fri 07:30–18:00, Sat–Sun 07:30–12:0054 Halsey Road, Victoria
Avis Maribyrnong Cars
View details4.6 (1)Mon–Thu 07:30–16:00, Fri 07:30–17:00, Sat–Sun 07:30–12:0028 Williamson Road, Victoria
Budget Airport West
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Thu 07:30–17:00, Fri 07:30–18:00, Sat–Sun 07:30–12:0054 Halsey Road, Victoria
Budget Maribyrnong Cars
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Thu 07:30–16:00, Fri 07:30–17:00, Sat–Sun 07:30–12:0028 Williamson Road (Metro), Victoria
Everything Fleet Melbourne Airport
View details4.6 (36)Mon–Sun 07:00–22:0016 Howes Street, Victoria
Redspot Coburg
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Fri 07:30–16:30, Sat–Sun 08:00–14:00251 Sydney Road, Coburg,, Victoria
Sixt Coburg (AU)
View details5.0 (2)Mon–Fri 08:00–16:30, Sat 08:00–12:00, Sun 08:00–11:00152A Gaffney Street, Victoria
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 $41 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 $173 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 AUD $141 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 you’ve got a crowd, but don’t 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 $159 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 it’s 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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