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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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  • SixtEconomy Car
    Economy Car

    From $48/day

    for 16 Apr - 19 Apr 2025
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  • SixtMini Car
    Mini Car

    From $48/day

    for 16 Apr - 19 Apr 2025
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  • SixtCompact Car
    Compact Car

    From $52/day

    for 16 Apr - 19 Apr 2025
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  • SixtCompact Monospace
    Compact Monospace

    From $52/day

    for 16 Apr - 19 Apr 2025
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  • SixtIntermediate Car
    Intermediate Car

    From $56/day

    for 16 Apr - 19 Apr 2025
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  • SixtCompact SUV
    Compact SUV

    From $60/day

    for 16 Apr - 19 Apr 2025
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Rental rate prices displayed are AUD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on April 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 April, 2025

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Our customers have rated their Essendon car rental booking experience 4.7/5
(31 reviews)
  • 07 Jan 2025

    Quick and easy

    paul d.
    Booked: Hyundai i30 or similar
    Launceston Airport
    Hyundai i30 or similar
  • 12 Feb 2025

    Easy and affordable

    susan m.
    Booked: Suzuki Swift or similar
    Sydney Domestic Airport
    Suzuki Swift or similar
  • 25 Feb 2025

    Best comparisons and easy to book

    jacinta p.
    Booked: Mazda CX-30 or similar
    Darwin Airport
    Mazda CX-30 or similar
  • 21 Feb 2025

    Very quick and easy to navigate website

    kerri s.
    Booked: Mazda CX-30 or similar
    Perth Airport
    Mazda CX-30 or similar
  • 15 Feb 2025

    Excellent!

    alexandra l.
    Booked: Mg 3 Core or similar
    Melbourne Blackburn
    Mg 3 Core or similar
  • 16 Feb 2025

    Quick and easy booking process Thank you

    sandra p.
    Booked: Honda Hr-v Vi-x or similar
    Hobart
    Honda Hr-v Vi-x or similar
  • 02 Mar 2025

    So easy to book

    debra b.
    Booked: Kia Cerato or similar
    Gold Coast Airport
    Kia Cerato or similar
  • 03 Mar 2025

    Love this search service

    amanda s.
    Booked: Toyota Hiace or similar
    Melbourne City
    Toyota Hiace or similar
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Quick facts on hiring a car in Essendon

🚗 Vehicle typesCar, Commercial Van/Truck, Crossover, Monospace, Passenger Van, Pick up (double cab), Pick up (single/extended cab), SUV and Wagon/Estate.
🔑 No. of depotsFour car rental depots in Docklands.
✅ Rental brandsAvis, Budget, Enterprise and Sixt.

Car models commonly available in Essendon

Audi vehicles for hire in Essendon

  • Audi Q3 Hybrid

    Audi Q3 HybridHybrid

    5

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Sixt

BMW vehicles for hire in Essendon

  • BMW 3 series

    BMW 3 series

    5

    5

    1 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Sixt

    BMW X3

    BMW X3

    5

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Sixt

Honda vehicles for hire in Essendon

  • Honda Crv

    Honda Crv

    5

    4

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Everything Fleet

Hyundai vehicles for hire in Essendon

  • Hyundai Santa Fe

    Hyundai Santa Fe

    7

    5

    1 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Everything Fleet

    Hyundai Staria

    Hyundai Staria

    8

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Budget, Everything Fleet

  • Hyundai Staria Load

    Hyundai Staria Load

    2

    4

    Providers

    Everything Fleet

Kia vehicles for hire in Essendon

  • Kia Carnival

    Kia Carnival

    8

    5

    4 small

    Providers

    Avis, Sixt, Everything Fleet

    Kia Cerato

    Kia Cerato

    5

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Budget

  • Kia Picanto

    Kia Picanto

    5

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Sixt

    Kia Rio

    Kia Rio

    5

    4

    2 small

    Providers

    Sixt

  • Kia Sportage

    Kia Sportage

    5

    5

    4 small

    Providers

    Avis, Budget

    Kia Stonic

    Kia Stonic

    5

    5

    1 small

    Providers

    Budget

LDV vehicles for hire in Essendon

  • LDV Delivery 9

    LDV Delivery 9

    3

    2

    Providers

    Everything Fleet

Mazda vehicles for hire in Essendon

  • Mazda CX-3

    Mazda CX-3

    5

    5

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Enterprise

    Mazda CX3

    Mazda CX3

    5

    5

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Sixt

  • Mazda CX5

    Mazda CX5

    5

    5

    1 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Sixt

Mercedes vehicles for hire in Essendon

  • Mercedes Benz GLC 200

    Mercedes Benz GLC 200

    5

    4

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Everything Fleet

    Mercedes GLC 300

    Mercedes GLC 300

    5

    5

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Everything Fleet

  • Mercedes GLC300e

    Mercedes GLC300eHybrid

    5

    4

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Everything Fleet

MG vehicles for hire in Essendon

  • MG 3

    MG 3

    5

    4

    2 small

    Providers

    Enterprise

    MG HS

    MG HS

    5

    4

    1 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Enterprise

  • MG HS Excite

    MG HS Excite

    5

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Everything Fleet

Mitsubishi vehicles for hire in Essendon

  • Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross

    Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross

    5

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Sixt

    Mitsubishi Triton

    Mitsubishi Triton

    4

    4

    Providers

    Everything Fleet, Enterprise

Nissan vehicles for hire in Essendon

  • Nissan Juke

    Nissan Juke

    5

    5

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Sixt

    Nissan X-TRAIL e-POWER or Similar

    Nissan X-TRAIL e-POWER or SimilarHybrid

    5

    5

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Everything Fleet

Skoda vehicles for hire in Essendon

  • Skoda Kamiq

    Skoda Kamiq

    5

    5

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Enterprise

    Skoda Scala

    Skoda Scala

    5

    4

    2 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Enterprise

Subaru vehicles for hire in Essendon

  • Subaru Crosstrek

    Subaru Crosstrek

    5

    5

    1 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Sixt

    Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid

    Subaru Crosstrek HybridHybrid

    5

    4

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Everything Fleet

  • Subaru Forester Hybrid

    Subaru Forester HybridHybrid

    5

    4

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Everything Fleet

    Subaru Outback

    Subaru Outback

    5

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Sixt

  • Subaru XV

    Subaru XV

    5

    4

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Everything Fleet

Suzuki vehicles for hire in Essendon

  • Suzuki Baleno

    Suzuki Baleno

    5

    4

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Everything Fleet

    Suzuki Jimny

    Suzuki Jimny

    5

    3

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Everything Fleet

  • Suzuki Swift

    Suzuki Swift

    5

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Avis, Budget, Everything Fleet

    Suzuki Swift Hybrid or Similar

    Suzuki Swift Hybrid or SimilarHybrid

    5

    5

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Everything Fleet

Tesla vehicles for hire in Essendon

  • Tesla Model 3

    Tesla Model 3Electric

    5

    5

    2 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Sixt

    Tesla Model Y

    Tesla Model YElectric

    5

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Sixt

Toyota vehicles for hire in Essendon

  • Toyota C-HR

    Toyota C-HR

    5

    5

    3 small

    Providers

    Avis

    Toyota Camry

    Toyota Camry

    5

    4

    4 small

    Providers

    Avis, Budget

  • Toyota Camry Hybrid

    Toyota Camry HybridHybrid

    5

    4

    4 small

    Providers

    Avis, Sixt

    Toyota Commuter

    Toyota Commuter

    12

    4

    1 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Everything Fleet

  • Toyota Corolla

    Toyota Corolla

    5

    4

    3 small

    Providers

    Avis, Enterprise, Everything Fleet

    Toyota Corolla Hatch

    Toyota Corolla Hatch

    5

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Avis, Sixt

  • Toyota Corolla Hybrid

    Toyota Corolla HybridHybrid

    5

    5

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Everything Fleet

    Toyota Hiace

    Toyota Hiace

    2

    2

    Providers

    Enterprise, Everything Fleet

  • Toyota Hilux

    Toyota Hilux

    5

    4

    Providers

    Enterprise, Everything Fleet

    Toyota Hilux SR-5 4WD Dual Cab

    Toyota Hilux SR-5 4WD Dual Cab

    5

    5

    4 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Sixt

  • Toyota Kluger

    Toyota Kluger

    5

    5

    4 small

    Providers

    Avis, Budget, Sixt

    Toyota Kluger Hybrid

    Toyota Kluger HybridHybrid

    5

    5

    1 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Everything Fleet

  • Toyota Landcruiser

    Toyota Landcruiser

    2

    2

    Providers

    Everything Fleet

    Toyota Prado

    Toyota Prado

    5

    5

    4 small

    Providers

    Avis, Budget, Sixt

  • Toyota RAV4

    Toyota RAV4

    5

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Sixt

    Toyota Yaris

    Toyota Yaris

    5

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Sixt

  • Toyota Yaris Cross

    Toyota Yaris Cross

    5

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Sixt, Everything Fleet

Volkswagen vehicles for hire in Essendon

  • Volkswagen Polo

    Volkswagen Polo

    5

    4

    1 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Enterprise

Other vehicles for hire in Essendon

  • Cupra Leon V

    Cupra Leon VHybrid

    5

    5

    1 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Sixt

    Iveco Daily

    Iveco Daily

    2

    2

    Providers

    Enterprise

  • Land Cruiser Prado

    Land Cruiser Prado

    5

    5

    1 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Everything Fleet

    Mystery Car

    Mystery Car

    5

    4

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Enterprise, Everything Fleet

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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 15 April, 2025

Essendon daily rate data

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

15 Apr

$48

$101

Wed

16 Apr

$48

$101

Thu

17 Apr

$67

$101

Fri

18 Apr

$67

$101

Sat

19 Apr

$67

$101

Sun

20 Apr

$64

$101

Mon

21 Apr

$67

$101

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

15 Apr

$56

$119

Wed

16 Apr

$56

$119

Thu

17 Apr

$70

$119

Fri

18 Apr

$72

$119

Sat

19 Apr

$70

$119

Sun

20 Apr

$67

$119

Mon

21 Apr

$70

$119

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

15 Apr

$67

$207

Wed

16 Apr

$67

$207

Thu

17 Apr

$81

$207

Fri

18 Apr

$86

$207

Sat

19 Apr

$81

$207

Sun

20 Apr

$81

$207

Mon

21 Apr

$81

$207

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

15 Apr

$141

$141

Wed

16 Apr

$151

$174

Thu

17 Apr

$151

$174

Fri

18 Apr

$151

$174

Sat

19 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

Sun

20 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

Mon

21 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

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

15 Apr

$60

$135

Wed

16 Apr

$60

$135

Thu

17 Apr

$72

$135

Fri

18 Apr

$77

$135

Sat

19 Apr

$72

$135

Sun

20 Apr

$72

$135

Mon

21 Apr

$69

$135

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

15 Apr

$62

$145

Wed

16 Apr

$62

$145

Thu

17 Apr

$74

$145

Fri

18 Apr

$79

$145

Sat

19 Apr

$74

$145

Sun

20 Apr

$74

$145

Mon

21 Apr

$74

$145

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

15 Apr

$66

$69

Wed

16 Apr

$66

$69

Thu

17 Apr

$79

$83

Fri

18 Apr

$82

$282

Sat

19 Apr

$79

$83

Sun

20 Apr

$79

$282

Mon

21 Apr

$79

$83

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

15 Apr

$102

$102

Wed

16 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

Thu

17 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

Fri

18 Apr

$322

$322

Sat

19 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

Sun

20 Apr

$322

$322

Mon

21 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

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

15 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

Wed

16 Apr

$151

$162

Thu

17 Apr

$151

$162

Fri

18 Apr

$151

$162

Sat

19 Apr

$151

$162

Sun

20 Apr

$151

$162

Mon

21 Apr

$151

$162

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

15 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

Wed

16 Apr

$205

$205

Thu

17 Apr

$205

$205

Fri

18 Apr

$204

$205

Sat

19 Apr

$205

$205

Sun

20 Apr

$204

$205

Mon

21 Apr

$205

$205

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

15 Apr

$52

$52

Wed

16 Apr

$52

$52

Thu

17 Apr

$69

$69

Fri

18 Apr

$70

$72

Sat

19 Apr

$69

$69

Sun

20 Apr

$66

$69

Mon

21 Apr

$69

$69

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

15 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

Wed

16 Apr

$70

$70

Thu

17 Apr

$85

$85

Fri

18 Apr

$88

$88

Sat

19 Apr

$85

$85

Sun

20 Apr

$84

$85

Mon

21 Apr

$85

$85

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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 15 April, 2025

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Car rental depots in Essendon

Car hire depots in Essendon are marked on the map below.

Opening hours are provided by the depots and are subject to change.
  • Avis Maribyrnong Cars

    28 Williamson Road, Maribyrnong Vic VIC, 3032

    Today •7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

    monday

    7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

    tuesday

    7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

    wednesday

    7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

    thursday

    7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

    friday

    7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

    saturday

    7:30 AM - 12:00 PM

    sunday

    7:30 AM - 12:00 PM

  • Budget Maribyrnong

    28 Williamson Road, Maribyrnong VIC, 3032

    Today •7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

    monday

    7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

    tuesday

    7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

    wednesday

    7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

    thursday

    7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

    friday

    7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

    saturday

    7:30 AM - 12:00 PM

    sunday

    7:30 AM - 12:00 PM

  • Enterprise Melbourne Coburg

    251 Sydney Road, Coburg VIC, 3058

    Today •7:30 AM - 4:30 PM

    monday

    7:30 AM - 4:30 PM

    tuesday

    7:30 AM - 4:30 PM

    wednesday

    7:30 AM - 4:30 PM

    thursday

    7:30 AM - 4:30 PM

    friday

    7:30 AM - 6:00 PM

    saturday

    8:00 AM - 2:00 PM

    sunday

    8:00 AM - 2:00 PM

  • Sixt Coburg (AU)

    152A Gaffney Street, Coburg VIC, 3058

    Today •8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

    monday

    8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

    tuesday

    8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

    wednesday

    8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

    thursday

    8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

    friday

    8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

    saturday

    8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

    sunday

    8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

    5.00 • 2 ratings

    5

    Service

    5

    Information

    5

    Accessibility

    5

    Vehicle

    5

    Presentation

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Frequently asked questions

On hiring a car in Essendon, Victoria

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Docklands?

    Prices start at AUD $48 per day for an Economy Car, up to AUD $207 per day for a Fullsize Car. Get a live rate for your planned dates and desired vehicle in Docklands.

  • How much does it cost to hire a Luxury SUV in Docklands?

    If you are looking for a Luxury SUV option, the rate is AUD $161 per day. Make sure to check a live rate for your desired car hire dates in Docklands.

  • How much does it cost to hire an Electric Car in Docklands?

    If you prefer to plug your car in rather than fill it up, an Electric Car costs between AUD $151 and AUD $162 per day. Enter your car hire dates and find a live rate for your desired Electric Car in Docklands.

  • How much does it cost to hire a Minivan or People Mover in Docklands?

    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 $301 per day. Check for a live rate by entering your desired car hire dates in Docklands.

  • What is the highest-rated hire car in Docklands?

    The highest-rated rental car in Docklands is Mitsubishi ASX or similar, based on ratings by our customers within the last 12 months.

  • What is the highest-rated car hire provider in Docklands?

    Sixt is the highest-rated car hire provider in Docklands, 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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