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Economy CarMG Core 3 or similarfor 26 Oct - 29 Octfrom $40/day
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Economy CarToyota Yaris or similarfor 28 Oct - 04 Novfrom $43/day
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Standard SUVHonda Crv or similarfor 27 Oct - 30 Octfrom $46/day
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Compact CarSuzuki Swift or similarfor 28 Oct - 04 Novfrom $48/day
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Compact CarSuzuki Swift or similarfor 28 Oct - 04 Novfrom $52/day
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Rental rate prices displayed are AUD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on October 25, 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 25 October, 2026
A suburb of many parks in Melbourne’s north, Essendon is located eight kilometres from the city’s central business district.
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Happy customer reviews for Essendon car hire
- Reviewer: CHRIS O.
Date: 11 Oct 2026
Feedback: Easy. Only suggestion would be to be able to filter by size of vehicle/luggage space.
Rating: 5/5 😀 - Reviewer: annemaree p.
Date: 15 Aug 2026
Feedback: easy to use, and good deals
Rating: 5/5 😀 - Reviewer: RAYNE NUKU W.
Date: 12 Aug 2026
Feedback: SO FAST AND EASY IT WAS BOOKED AND SET IN MINUTES
Rating: 5/5 😀 - Reviewer: Samnang S.
Date: 9 Aug 2026
Feedback: Easy and fast
Rating: 5/5 😀 - Reviewer: Luke E.
Date: 9 Aug 2026
Feedback: easy and cheap
Rating: 4/5 😀
Nearby Essendon
| Book At | Miles/km |
|---|---|
| Footscray | 5/7 |
| Melbourne | 5/8 |
| Preston | 5/9 |
| Melbourne - Southbank | 6/10 |
| Melbourne Airport | 7/10 |
| Richmond | 7/11 |
| Balwyn | 8/13 |
| South Yarra | 8/13 |
| Blackburn | 14/23 |
| Hoppers Crossing | 15/23 |
| *Distance is calculated aerial. Actual will be different. | |
Essendon car rental FAQs
Find quick answers to the most common questions about car hire in Essendon.
What is the average cost of car hire in Essendon?
Daily rental rates for cars in Essendon start from around AUD $40 for a basic model like an Economy Car, with Premium SUV reaching up to AUD $292 per day. Prices fluctuate based on availability, season, and vehicle type, so enter your dates into our search tool to get a live quote.
How much does a Compact Car hire cost in Essendon?
Interested in a Compact Car in Essendon? Browse prices from AUD $41/day.
How much does a Standard Car hire cost in Essendon?
Land a Standard Car in Essendon with rates from AUD $45/day.
How much does an Intermediate Car hire cost in Essendon?
Hire an Intermediate Car in Essendon from AUD $42/day.
How much does an Electric Car hire cost in Essendon?
Looking for an Electric Car in Essendon? Rates start at AUD $84/day to AUD $137/day.
How much does a Luxury Car hire cost in Essendon?
Browse Luxury cars in Essendon with prices from AUD $116/day.
How much does an SUV hire cost in Essendon?
Book an SUV in Essendon from AUD $46/day to AUD $292/day.
How much does a People Mover cost in Essendon?
Grab a People Mover in Essendon from only AUD $105/day to AUD $322/day.
What is the cheapest rental car in Essendon?
The cheapest rental car in Essendon is an Economy Car which costs AUD $40 per day. Prices can vary daily, so it’s best to compare live rates to find the lowest price for your travel dates.
Which car rental companies service Essendon?
Essendon is serviced by trusted car rental companies, including Avis, Budget, Everything Fleet, Redspot and Sixt. You’ll find convenient pickup locations across town.
What is the cheapest car rental company in Essendon?
The cheapest car rental company at Essendon is Redspot. Prices can vary daily, so it’s best to compare live rates to find the lowest price for your travel dates.
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