Economy car rental in Melbourne
Compare economy car hire in Melbourne: lowest daily rate for city trips. Pick up at Melbourne Airport, in the city centre or at a suburban depot, and see the total price before you book.
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Economy rental in Melbourne at a glance
Economy cars are the cheapest to rent and to run: small hatchbacks that are easy to park and light on fuel.
In Melbourne they suit couples and solo travellers who mostly drive in town and take the odd day trip.
- Typical models
- Toyota Yaris, Kia Picanto, Hyundai i20 or similar
- Seats
- 4–5
- Luggage
- 1–2 suitcases
- From
- A$37 per day (indicative)
- Pick-up points in Melbourne
- 62 locations
- Best for
- City stays and short trips
Typical Economy cars in Melbourne
Indicative specs and daily from-prices. You book a car class, so a similar model may be supplied.
Toyota Yaris
5 seats · 2 bags
From A$39/day
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Kia Picanto
4 seats · 1 bag
From A$37/day
Hyundai i20
5 seats · 2 bags
From A$42/day
MG 3
5 seats · 2 bags
From A$38/day
Is an economy car right for Melbourne?
What the car is good at, and what to check for driving in and around Melbourne.
An economy car suits you if
- You are one or two people with light luggage
- Most of your driving is in the city or on short day trips
- You want the lowest daily rate and fuel bill
Check before you book
- Boot space: often only one large suitcase
- Engine size for hills and long highway runs
- Excess and bond, which can be the same as for bigger cars
Driving in Melbourne
CityLink and EastLink are fully electronic toll roads. Your supplier passes on the tolls, often with an admin fee.
In the CBD some right turns are made from the left lane (hook turns), and you must give way to trams.
The Great Ocean Road, Yarra Valley, Mornington Peninsula and Phillip Island are popular drives.
Where to pick up an economy car in Melbourne
Availability of each car type depends on the depot and your dates.
Melbourne Airport (MEL)
Terminal desks and shuttle depots
Airport guideMelbourne city guide
CBD and suburban pick-up, tolls and parking
City guideMelbourne City Centre
City or town centre
View locationAlbert Park, Melbourne
Suburban depot
View locationAlbion, Melbourne
Suburban depot
View locationArdeer, Melbourne
Suburban depot
View locationBayswater North, Melbourne
Suburban depot
View locationBayswater, Melbourne
Suburban depot
View locationRental companies in Melbourne
Open a company to see its Melbourne pick-up points, conditions and deals.
Alamo9.4/10 · Excellent
Simba Car Hire9.4/10 · Excellent
Green Motion9.4/10 · Excellent
Hertz9.4/10 · Excellent
Avis9.0/10 · Excellent
Budget8.8/10 · Very good
Europcar9.0/10 · Excellent
Thrifty8.6/10 · Very good
Sixt9.2/10 · Excellent
Enterprise9.2/10 · Excellent
Redspot9.2/10 · Excellent
East Coast Car Rentals8.6/10 · Very good
Bargain Car Rentals9.2/10 · ExcellentOther car types in Melbourne
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Economy rental in Melbourne: questions
Short answers. Details depend on your supplier and booking.
How much does an economy car rental cost in Melbourne?
Indicative prices start from about A$37 per day, before extras. The total depends on dates, pick-up point, driver age and the supplier, so run a search to see current prices.
Can I pick up an economy car at Melbourne Airport?
Usually yes. Most suppliers at Melbourne Airport offer this class, either at a terminal desk or at a nearby depot with a free shuttle. Your voucher shows which.
Which economy car will I get?
You book a car class, not a model. The Toyota Yaris, Kia Picanto are typical examples, and the supplier may give you a similar car.
Can I return the car in another city?
Often yes as a one-way rental, subject to availability. Any one-way fee is shown in the total before you book.