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Car Rental Near Melbourne CBD — Toyota Hybrid From $240/Week

Toyota hybrid weekly rental serving Melbourne CBD. Unlimited km, comprehensive insurance, no lock-in. Collect from our Tarneit depot — a 30-minute, toll-free drive from the city.

Licence requirements

A full Australian driver's licence is required for every Baraka rental. We do not accept learner permits or P1 / P2 provisional licences under any circumstances.

A $500 refundable security deposit applies to all rentals.

Who we serve

Who rents a car near Melbourne CBD?

People searching for car rental near Melbourne CBD usually fall into one of these situations — and we serve all of them.

The Business Traveller

In Melbourne for meetings across the city and don't want to depend on taxis or rideshare. A weekly Baraka rental gives you a reliable Toyota hybrid for every client visit, site inspection or regional day trip. Note: Melbourne has tolled motorways including CityLink, EastLink and the West Gate Tunnel — we'll advise on ETag options at pickup.

Full Australian licence required

The Melbourne Visitor

Flown in and want to explore at your own pace — the Great Ocean Road, the Yarra Valley, the Mornington Peninsula. Our unlimited-kilometre rentals mean you drive as far as you want. The compact Corolla Hybrid is easy to manoeuvre in the CBD and fits tight city parking structures.

No lock-in — return when you're done

The Local Who Needs a Car

Your car is in for repairs, you've recently moved and haven't bought one yet, or you only need a vehicle for a few weeks. Our no lock-in weekly rental means you pay only for what you need and return when you're done — no penalties, no exit fees.

Return anytime, one week's notice

The Commuter Doing the Sums

Weekly Myki Pass: ~$53. Daily Uber to and from work: $120–$160/week. A Baraka Corolla Hybrid: from $240/week — with significant fuel savings versus a petrol car. For many Melbourne commuters, renting is genuinely cheaper than the alternatives.

Run the numbers — you may be surprised

Our fleet

Toyota hybrid fleet available for Melbourne CBD hire

Every vehicle is a Toyota hybrid — pre-approved for Uber, DiDi and personal use. Hybrids perform best in stop-start CBD traffic, recovering energy at every red light on Swanston Street.

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HATCHBACK

Toyota Corolla Hybrid

Best for city driving, CBD parking and daily commuting

$240/week

  • 4.2L/100km — best fuel economy in our fleet
  • Under 4.5m — fits tight CBD parking structures
  • Uber and DiDi approved
  • Insurance and servicing included
  • Unlimited kilometres, no caps
Full Australian licence required — no provisionals.
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SEDAN

Toyota Camry Hybrid

Best for business use, comfort and longer trips

$250/week

  • 4.4L/100km — excellent for Melbourne freeways
  • Large boot — handles luggage and equipment
  • Uber Comfort and UberX approved
  • Insurance and servicing included
  • Unlimited kilometres, no caps
Full Australian licence required — no provisionals.
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SUV

Toyota RAV4 Hybrid

Best for families, extra space and regional day trips

$300/week

  • 5.2L/100km — SUV efficiency without compromise
  • Spacious interior and boot for luggage
  • Uber and DiDi approved
  • Insurance and servicing included
  • Unlimited kilometres, no caps
Full Australian licence required — no provisionals.
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7-SEATER SUV

Toyota Kluger Hybrid

Best for groups, large families and UberXL

$380/week

  • 6.0L/100km — the efficient 7-seater
  • 7 seats, ISOFIX child seat anchors
  • UberXL approved
  • Insurance and servicing included
  • Unlimited kilometres, no caps
Full Australian licence required — no provisionals.
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Why choose us

Why Melbourne CBD drivers choose Baraka

Full Licence Drivers Only

We verify every renter before they take a car. Every Baraka driver is fully licenced and legally covered — and our comprehensive insurance stays valid at all times.

Everything in One Price

Insurance, servicing, 24/7 roadside assistance, and unlimited kilometres — all included. The only thing you pay separately is fuel. No counter surprises, no upsells at pickup.

Hybrid Saves You $70–$100/Week

Melbourne CBD stop-start traffic is exactly where hybrids shine. Every red light on Flinders Lane recovers energy. Most drivers save $70–$100 per week on fuel versus a petrol car.

No Lock-In Contracts

Rent week to week. Return with one week's notice. No exit fees, no early termination penalties. If your plans change, your rental changes with them.

Same-Day Pickup Available

Enquire by WhatsApp in the morning, collect your car the same day. We do not make you wait days for availability confirmations or slow approval processes.

5.0 Stars on Google

152 verified five-star reviews from Melbourne drivers across Sunshine, Williams Landing, Deer Park, Hoppers Crossing and beyond. Read them before you call.

CBD parking and traffic — what you need to know

Parking structures

Major CBD car parks (Wilson, Secure, Care Park) accommodate small-to-mid sedans easily. Our Corolla Hybrid (under 4.5m) and Camry Hybrid fit standard CBD parking bays without issue.

Tolls into the CBD

From Tarneit, the M1 / Princes Freeway and West Gate Bridge are toll-free. CityLink tolls apply via Burnley or Domain tunnels, and the West Gate Tunnel is also tolled. EastLink only applies on the eastern side of Melbourne.

Peak hour

CBD peak runs 7:30–9:30am inbound and 4:30–6:30pm outbound. Hybrids excel here — every stop recovers energy, slashing fuel use vs petrol.

Tram zones

Free Tram Zone covers Flinders, Spring, La Trobe and Harbour Esplanade. Watch for hook turns at Flinders/Elizabeth and other CBD intersections.

Simple process

On the road in 24 hours

  1. 1

    Call or WhatsApp us

    Tell us which vehicle you need, your dates, and whether it is for personal, business, or rideshare use. We confirm availability on the spot.

  2. 2

    Licence verification

    Send your full Australian driver's licence and photo ID. We verify quickly — most drivers are approved within a few hours during business hours.

  3. 3

    Choose your vehicle

    We confirm your vehicle based on availability and needs, and walk you through the rental agreement. No hidden clauses.

  4. 4

    Collect from Tarneit and drive

    Pick up from 16 Ishtar Street, Tarneit. The handover takes approximately 20 minutes. You are free to drive anywhere in Melbourne — and beyond.

Melbourne CBD to Tarneit

30 minutes. Toll-free. Worth every minute.

Our depot is at 16 Ishtar Street, Tarneit — approximately 30 to 35 minutes from Melbourne CBD via the M1 or Princes Freeway. Both routes are entirely toll-free.

Most customers make the pickup trip once at the start of their rental and return at the end of the week. The fuel savings a hybrid generates across one week of Melbourne CBD driving typically cover the round trip cost within the first two days.

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Run the numbers

Is renting cheaper than your current option?

OptionWhat's includedTypical weekly cost
✅ Baraka Corolla Hybrid rentalInsurance, servicing, roadside assistance, unlimited km~$270–$280
— Rental cost$240/week
— Estimated fuel (400km/week, 4.2L/100km)~$30–$40
Weekly Myki + daily Uber commutePublic transport + rideshare to and from work$175–$215
Own petrol car in Melbourne CBDRegistration, insurance, servicing, CBD parking costs$250–$350+

Figures are estimates based on Melbourne 2026 costs. Actual savings depend on driving distance and parking frequency.

Frequently asked questions

No. Baraka Car Rentals requires a full Australian driver's licence for all rentals. Learner permits and P1 or P2 provisional licences are not accepted under any circumstances.
Toyota hybrid car rental near Melbourne CBD starts from $240/week for the Corolla Hybrid. The Camry Hybrid is $250/week, RAV4 Hybrid $300/week, and Kluger Hybrid 7-seater $380/week. All prices include comprehensive insurance, unlimited kilometres, 24/7 roadside assistance and all scheduled servicing. Fuel is the only additional cost.
Our depot is at 16 Ishtar Street, Tarneit — approximately 30 to 35 minutes from Melbourne CBD via the M1, toll-free. Same-day collection is available in most cases. The handover takes around 20 minutes.
Yes. Comprehensive insurance is included in every weekly rental — covering personal use, business use, and rideshare driving. There are no hidden insurance add-ons and no excess reduction products to purchase at pickup.
No. The route from Tarneit to Melbourne CBD via the M1 / Princes Freeway and West Gate Bridge is completely toll-free. CityLink tolls only apply if you enter the CBD via the Burnley or Domain tunnels, or if you use the West Gate Tunnel. Ask about ETag options when you collect your vehicle.
Yes. All Baraka vehicles are pre-approved for Uber, DiDi and Uber Eats. For commercial rideshare use you will need your own CPV driver accreditation and ABN. Let us know you are driving commercially when you enquire.
Same-day collection is available in most cases. WhatsApp or call us in the morning and we will confirm availability and have your vehicle ready the same day.
Yes. We offer flexible weekly rentals with no lock-in contracts. Many customers rent for months at a time with no penalties for early return. Give us one week's notice when you are ready to return.

Customer reviews

What Melbourne drivers say about Baraka

★★★★★

"Arrived in Melbourne and needed a car straight away while based in Williams Landing. Picked up a Toyota Camry Hybrid from Tarneit and everything was sorted quickly and smoothly. The car is comfortable, fuel efficient, and the whole process was seamless. Highly recommended."

Muhammad Bilal Ch · Williams Landing

★★★★★

"After an accident, I needed a car quickly for personal use while based in Hoppers Crossing. Got a Toyota Corolla Hybrid from Tarneit and everything was arranged fast with no hassle. Reliable, very fuel efficient, and perfect for daily driving around Melbourne."

Peter Haining · Hoppers Crossing

★★★★★

"After comparing options for car rental in Melbourne, Baraka stood out. Weekly rental with unlimited kilometres and no lock-in contract made it easy. The car was fuel-efficient, comfortable and well looked after. A reliable choice."

Saief Al Sahaf · Deer Park

★ 5 · 152 verified Google reviews

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Toyota hybrid from $240/week. Same-day collection in most cases. No lock-in. Open 7 days, 8AM–10PM.

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Serving Melbourne CBD from Tarneit

Baraka Car Rentals serves Melbourne from our central Tarneit location, providing affordable hybrid car hire to customers in Melbourne CBD and Melbourne and surrounding suburbs.

Customers from Melbourne CBD regularly travel to our Tarneit location via West Gate Freeway (M1) and CityLink (~30 min), where they choose our hybrid vehicles for Uber, DiDi, rideshare work, and flexible weekly rental.

Melbourne CBD customers return to Baraka week after week for the combination of hybrid fuel savings, comprehensive insurance, and no lock-in flexibility.

A growing number of Melbourne CBD residents choose Tarneit for our competitive weekly rates and well-maintained hybrid fleet.

Nearby Areas We Serve

In addition to Melbourne CBD, Baraka Car Rentals also serves nearby Melbourne suburbs. All vehicles are collected from our Tarneit location.

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Picking Up from Melbourne CBD

Baraka Car Rentals is based in Tarneit. We regularly serve customers from Melbourne CBD who travel to our Tarneit location via West Gate Freeway (M1) and CityLink (~30 min).
All vehicles are collected from our Tarneit location at 16 Ishtar Street, Tarneit VIC 3029. From Melbourne CBD, you can reach us via West Gate Freeway (M1) and CityLink in ~30 min. Call 0461 555 511 to arrange your pickup.
We offer Toyota hybrid vehicles including the Corolla Hybrid ($240/week), Camry Hybrid ($250/week), RAV4 Hybrid ($300/week), and Kluger Hybrid 7-Seater ($380/week). All are approved for Uber, DiDi, and personal use.
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