Can I rent a car in Preston?
Yes — Baraka Car Rentals hires cars to drivers in Preston and across Melbourne's northern suburbs. Popular choices for Preston drivers are the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid ($300/week) for extra boot space and UberXL eligibility, and the Toyota Corolla Hybrid ($240/week) for lowest running costs for daily commuting. All vehicles are collected from 16 Ishtar Street, Tarneit — around 38 min from Preston via the Metropolitan Ring Road (M80). Hire by the day, by the week, or long term — there is no lock-in contract. Insurance, servicing, roadside assistance and unlimited kilometres are included, and we also serve nearby Reservoir, Bundoora, Glenroy. An Australian full licence and $500 refundable deposit are required.
Preston Car Hire — Toyota Hybrid Fleet
Toyota hybrids with insurance, servicing and unlimited km included — whether you're commuting along High Street or driving for Uber and DiDi.
Preston drivers cover the High Street retail strip and the South Morang rail corridor. Our hybrids work well for rideshare rental shifts around Preston Market and personal use commuting through inner-north Melbourne.
Toyota RAV4 Hybrid
$300/week- Family SUV for Northern suburbs
- Confident on Bell St & M80
- UberXL eligible
Toyota Corolla Hybrid
$240/week- Nimble on High Street tram strip
- Best fuel economy for inner-north
- Uber Eats and delivery ready
Toyota Kluger Hybrid
$380/week- 7-seat group transport
- Premium comfort for longer shifts
- UberXL approved
Toyota Camry Hybrid
$250/week- Preferred for Preston Market & High Street runs
- Comfortable for Austin Hospital trips
- UberX & DiDi approved
How to Book Your Preston Car Rental
- 1
Enquire
Call 0461 555 511 or WhatsApp. Tell us whether you need a car for personal use or rideshare in Preston.
- 2
Approval
Provide your Australian full licence, ID, and platform details. Verified within 24 hours.
- 3
Pickup
Drive to our Tarneit base via Bell Street and the M80 westbound. Paperwork handled on-site.
- 4
Start Driving
From High Street commutes to Uber Eats deliveries — you're on the road immediately.
Why Preston Drivers Choose Baraka
- Preston Market, the High Street tram strip and proximity to Austin Health, Northern Hospital and RMIT/La Trobe Bundoora drive steady demand — hybrid efficiency keeps weekly fuel low across short inner-north trips.
- Uber, DiDi, and Uber Eats approved — no extra paperwork
- No lock-in contract — give 1 week's notice to return
- All-inclusive price: insurance, roadside, servicing covered
- 5.0-star rated by 152+ Melbourne drivers on Google
- Same-day collection available in most cases
Preston Coverage Area
Drivers in Preston often travel across the inner-north corridor. Baraka also provides hybrid car rental in surrounding areas.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about renting a car near Preston.
Rental options for Preston drivers
Preston sits within Melbourne's northern suburbs, where we also provide car hire across the northern suburbs. If you are comparing options, our Melbourne car rental overview explains pricing and inclusions in full.
Pickup and requirements
- Where do I collect my rental near Preston?
- All vehicles are collected from our Tarneit base at 16 Ishtar Street. From Preston, drive via Bell Street and the M80 westbound — approximately 25–35 minutes.
- Where do I collect a rental car in Preston?
- All vehicles are collected from our Tarneit location at 16 Ishtar Street, Tarneit VIC 3029, open 7 days from 8am to 10pm. Call 0461 555 511 to arrange a Preston pickup time.
- What do I need to rent a car in Preston?
- An Australian full driver's licence, photo ID and a $500 refundable security deposit. Insurance, servicing, roadside assistance and unlimited kilometres are included in the weekly rate.