Which car hire companies offer automatic cars in Melbourne?

Automatic cars are widely available in Melbourne, though availability can vary by pick-up location and time of year.Car hire companies that frequently offer automatic cars in Melbourne include:1. Budget2. Alamo3. Avis4. Turo5. Provider's pickTo see what’s available for your travel dates, search on KAYAK and apply the ‘automatic transmission’ filter.

Are automatic vans available to hire in Melbourne?

Yes, automatic vans are available to hire in Melbourne, though selection is more limited than for standard automatic cars. Most automatic vans are offered by larger providers such as Budget and Alamo, especially at major pick-up points like Melbourne Airport. Availability is highest for advance bookings, particularly during busy travel periods.

How can I make sure I get an automatic car when hiring in Melbourne?

To make sure you receive an automatic car in Melbourne, use the ‘Transmission’ filter during your search and then select ‘Automatic’ to exclude manual vehicles. Booking with providers such as Budget or Alamo and reserving around 86 days in advance further improves the likelihood of securing an automatic vehicle.

Automatic Car Hire in Melbourne from £20/day - Search for Automatic Car Hires

Driver's age: 25-65

Kia Rio

or similar Small

4-5

£20/day

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Kia Soul

or similar Small

4-5

£20/day

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Toyota Corolla

or similar Medium

2/4

£21/day

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Chevrolet Malibu

or similar Large

4-5

£28/day

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Chrysler Pacifica

or similar Van

4-5

£25/day

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Nissan Pathfinder

or similar SUV

4-5

£37/day

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Mercedes-Benz C-Class

or similar Luxury

4-5

£37/day

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Toyota Tacoma

or similar Pickup truck

2/4

£27/day

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Land Rover Range Rover Sport

or similar SUV

4-5

£32/day

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Toyota RAV4

or similar SUV

4-5

£23/day

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Chevrolet Equinox

or similar SUV

4-5

£25/day

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Class Special Car

or similar Category

2/4

£28/day

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Nissan Rogue

or similar SUV

4-5

£28/day

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KAYAK’s insights & trends for Melbourne automatic car hire

Check out the latest trends and booking tips to hire an automatic car in Melbourne with confidence.

How far in advance should you book an automatic car in Melbourne?

Booking an automatic car in Melbourne around 86 days in advance is when prices are typically lowest. Booking around this time increases your chances of securing popular automatic models at better rates.

Which car hire companies offer the cheapest automatic cars in Melbourne?

Recent searches show that the lowest automatic car prices in Melbourne are usually offered by National, Alamo and Budget. Daily rates for automatic vehicles often start around £14, though prices can vary by pickup location and demand. Comparing multiple agencies helps secure better availability during peak periods.

Which automatic car types are most commonly hired in Melbourne?

The most popular automatic car type in Melbourne is SUV, followed by Van. These vehicles balance ease of driving with availability across 6 car hire companies.

When is the cheapest month to hire an automatic car in Melbourne?

The cheapest month to hire an automatic car in Melbourne is usually September, when demand is lower and availability is higher. Prices peak during July, when automatic cars are in high demand and book out quickly. Travelling outside peak months can significantly reduce costs.

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Most popular agency	Most popular car type	Average price	Good deal
Budget	Large	£36/day	£29/day

Avis

6.4

Okay

Cheapest deal

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.2

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.1

Value for money

6.9

2 locations in Melbourne

from£25/day

Locations in Melbourne

1 Air Terminal Parkway

+1 321 768 7578

Monday	08:00 - 23:59
Tuesday	08:00 - 23:59
Wednesday	08:00 - 23:59
Thursday	08:00 - 23:59
Friday	08:00 - 23:59
Saturday	08:00 - 23:59
Sunday	08:00 - 23:59

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1700 W New Haven Ave

+1 321 726 9845

Monday	08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday	08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday	08:00 - 18:00
Thursday	08:00 - 18:00
Friday	08:00 - 18:00
Saturday	11:00 - 16:00
Sunday	11:00 - 15:00

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Reviews

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Feb 2025

Full-size SUV

Deposit of car for 1 dey mid twice tried to take cardid not come and money did not get beck

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Feb 2025

Intermediate

I was declined because of not having credit card. All previous information said nothing about not having credit card would prohibit

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Dec 2023

Intermediate SUV

No cars were available to rent regardless the full prepayment

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Oct 2023

Standard SUV

Hassle free and affordable

Budget

6.3

Okay

Best rated

Most popular

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.5

Value for money

6.2

2 locations in Melbourne

from£26/day

Locations in Melbourne

1 Air Terminal Parkway

+1 321 951 4809

Monday	08:00 - 23:59
Tuesday	08:00 - 23:59
Wednesday	08:00 - 23:59
Thursday	08:00 - 23:59
Friday	08:00 - 23:59
Saturday	08:00 - 23:59
Sunday	08:00 - 23:59

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1700 W New Haven Ave

+1 321 727 8056

Monday	08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday	08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday	08:00 - 18:00
Thursday	08:00 - 18:00
Friday	08:00 - 18:00
Saturday	11:00 - 16:00
Sunday	11:00 - 15:00

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6.0 Okay

Anonymous, Aug 2025

Compact

Since I was under the impression that car rentals at airports didn’t charge a deposit I didn’t have enough to cover it and left without the car

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, May 2025

Premium

The staff was fine. It was very busy and They had no cars I had to wait n line for an hour to get my car then when I got to counter. They gave me an economy car that was super smal. I had paid and rented a premium car. She said it would be another 45 minutes for the car I paid for. I feel like I wasted money and could have rented from another company that was actually cheaper and no wait.

6.0 Okay

Erin, Apr 2025

Supplier choice

The supplier choice is apparently an EV even though I didn’t select the EV option. They require you to bring the car back charged. For a one day rental to the airport, that is not realistic. I was also charged for gas, which I had stopped near the airport and filled up. I eventually got a credit but the whole thing was a hassle and didn’t leave me feeling good about renting from Budget in the future.

4.0 Mediocre

Anonymous, Mar 2025

People carrier

Long line, and the wait was over an hour. They also scramble to get me a mini van. They were offering me another vehicle. I reserved the mini van weeks in advance.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Feb 2025

Luxury

Didn’t even get to do it im 19 years old and nowhere on the app did it say you have to be 25

4.0 Mediocre

Anonymous, Feb 2025

Intermediate SUV

Terrible car, long lines, inefficient Budget personnel

National

10.0

Wonderful

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

One location in Melbourne

from£36/day

Locations in Melbourne

1 Air Terminal Pkwy

+1 844 891 0545

Monday	08:00 - 23:00
Tuesday	08:00 - 23:00
Wednesday	08:00 - 23:00
Thursday	08:00 - 23:00
Friday	08:00 - 23:00
Saturday	08:00 - 23:00
Sunday	08:00 - 23:00

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Alamo

9.1

Wonderful

Cleanliness

9.2

Comfort

9.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.9

Value for money

8.6

One location in Melbourne

from£34/day

Locations in Melbourne

1 Air Terminal Pkwy

+1 844 891 0544

Monday	08:00 - 23:00
Tuesday	08:00 - 23:00
Wednesday	08:00 - 23:00
Thursday	08:00 - 23:00
Friday	08:00 - 23:00
Saturday	08:00 - 23:00
Sunday	08:00 - 23:00

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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Aug 2026

People carrier

Alamo was the best rental car company I’ve worked with recently. Smooth pickup process, from front desk to driving off the lot. Very clean car that was ready for me. Easy drop off and close out of rental contract.

Thrifty

7.3

Good

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.3

Value for money

7.3

One location in Melbourne

Locations in Melbourne

One Air Terminal Parkway

+1 321 725 5255

Monday	08:00 - 23:30
Tuesday	08:00 - 23:30
Wednesday	08:00 - 23:30
Thursday	08:00 - 23:30
Friday	08:00 - 23:30
Saturday	08:00 - 23:30
Sunday	08:00 - 23:30

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Enterprise Rent-A-Car

6.5

Okay

Cleanliness

5.7

Comfort

7.1

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.7

Value for money

6.5

3 locations in Melbourne

from£49/day

Locations in Melbourne

1 Air Terminal Pkwy

+1 833 747 0861

Monday	08:00 - 23:00
Tuesday	08:00 - 23:00
Wednesday	08:00 - 23:00
Thursday	08:00 - 23:00
Friday	08:00 - 23:00
Saturday	08:00 - 23:00
Sunday	08:00 - 23:00

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235 S Wickham Rd

+1 321 574 3783

Opening times not available

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920 Harbor City Blvd

+1 321 676 2426

Monday	08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday	08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday	08:00 - 17:00
Thursday	08:00 - 17:00
Friday	08:00 - 17:00
Saturday	09:00 - 14:00
Sunday

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Dollar

6.4

Okay

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.8

Value for money

6.8

One location in Melbourne

from£37/day

Locations in Melbourne

One Air Terminal Parkway

+1 321 725 5255

Monday	08:00 - 23:30
Tuesday	08:00 - 23:30
Wednesday	08:00 - 23:30
Thursday	08:00 - 23:30
Friday	08:00 - 23:30
Saturday	08:00 - 23:30
Sunday	08:00 - 23:30

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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Dec 2023

Supplier choice

Excellent

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Dec 2023

Compact SUV

The Counter person "Sunny" was an absolute delight. The entire experience was excellent

2.0 Poor

ghiggins8, Dec 2023

Intermediate SUV

They were short on cars, but found one. Was happy to that point. But wouldn't accept our insurance. The online price ($11 a day, I think) would have been ok, but the only way I would have been allowed to rent at the desk was to purchase a $39 a day package. About 70% more than the base price for the car. Opted not to rent. Suggestion: If the customer does not opt for insurance online, allow them to enter their insurance company right then to see if it's approved. Sorry we couldn't do business.

Hertz

5.4

Fair

Cleanliness

5.5

Comfort

5.2

Pick-up/Drop-off

5.2

Value for money

4.9

3 locations in Melbourne

from£44/day

Locations in Melbourne

1 Air Terminal Pkwy

+1 321 723 0315

Monday	08:00 - 23:30
Tuesday	08:00 - 23:30
Wednesday	08:00 - 23:30
Thursday	08:00 - 23:30
Friday	08:00 - 23:30
Saturday	08:00 - 23:30
Sunday	08:00 - 23:30

140 N Harbor City Blvd

+1 321 723 4257

Monday	08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday	08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday	08:00 - 17:00
Thursday	08:00 - 17:00
Friday	08:00 - 17:00
Saturday	09:00 - 12:00

140 North Harbour City Blvd

+1 321 255 7111

Monday	08:00 - 23:00
Tuesday	08:00 - 23:00
Wednesday	08:00 - 23:00
Thursday	08:00 - 23:00
Friday	08:00 - 23:00
Saturday	08:00 - 23:00
Sunday	08:00 - 18:00

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Reviews

6.0 Okay

Wendy, May 2026

Compact SUV

The associate did not clarify what the pre purchased full tank is a full tank no matter how much you use- manager said sorry

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Mar 2025

Standard SUV

It took over an hour to get to the desk. There were two people working on a Friday at noon. When I finally did get to the counter the car I reserved was not there as budget had no more cars available at the location. So the car that I reserved the night before wasn’t there. When asked why get a reservation if it doesn’t grantee a car I got an attitude and no answer. After trying to find another rental car with a different company I was forced to take a 80 dollar uber ride to my destination. While waiting on my uber ride there was the budget associate smoking a cigarette while the line was still ridiculously long. Always used Budget in the past and it was my go too for rentals. Unfortunately after this experience and extreme disappointment in the reservation not holding my car I will not rent from budget again.

2.0 Poor

Nick, Feb 2025

Intermediate

I put the wrong pick up times and was no allowed to change it, even though it would have given Hertz more money. Ridiculous.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Oct 2024

Premium SUV

Gave away the vehicle. Left me stranded.

2.0 Poor

Ed, Oct 2024

Intermediate SUV

They canceled 20 minutres after I went online and made the appointment.Then I tried to contact your company Kayak and did not refund the insurance. I also had to pay for a Uber cancellation. Very bad experience I personally will never utilize your company/app. ever again and I will warn other truck drivers and veterans about bad service who neglect their customers.

155 travellers who hired a car in Melbourne gave the car agency they used an average rating of 6.7

Which car hire companies offer automatic cars in Melbourne?
Automatic cars are widely available in Melbourne, though availability can vary by pick-up location and time of year.
Car hire companies that frequently offer automatic cars in Melbourne include:

1. Budget
2. Alamo
3. Avis
4. Turo
5. Provider's pick

To see what’s available for your travel dates, search on KAYAK and apply the ‘automatic transmission’ filter.
Are automatic vans available to hire in Melbourne?
Yes, automatic vans are available to hire in Melbourne, though selection is more limited than for standard automatic cars. Most automatic vans are offered by larger providers such as Budget and Alamo, especially at major pick-up points like Melbourne Airport. Availability is highest for advance bookings, particularly during busy travel periods.
How can I make sure I get an automatic car when hiring in Melbourne?
To make sure you receive an automatic car in Melbourne, use the ‘Transmission’ filter during your search and then select ‘Automatic’ to exclude manual vehicles. Booking with providers such as Budget or Alamo and reserving around 86 days in advance further improves the likelihood of securing an automatic vehicle.