Car hire in South-yarra

To book a car on Turo in South Yarra, you must create a Turo account, be 21 years old or older, have a valid driver’s licence, and get approved to drive on Turo. When you’re booking your first trip, you’ll go through a quick approval process by entering your driver’s licence and some other information. In most cases, you’ll get approved immediately, and you’ll be set for every future road trip, business trip, and family holiday!

Choose the best place to pick up your Turo car hire in South Yarra or nearby locations, including Melbourne Airport, if you’re arriving from out of town.

- Toorak (2 km)
- Richmond (2 km)
- Cremorne (2 km)
- St. Kilda (2 km)
- Albert Park (3 km)
- Southbank (3 km)
- Docklands (4 km)

With Turo, you can easily find and book your ideal car hire in South Yarra. Enjoy the flexibility of peer-to-peer rental cars to explore the city, Melbourne’s suburbs and beyond, all at your own pace.

Here's some of our most popular car types in South Yarra and surrounds:

Small cars: Ideal for couples or solo travellers. (e.g., Toyota Yaris, Mazda 2, Ford Fiesta)
Mid-size cars: Versatile for small families or business trips. (e.g., Toyota Corolla, Mazda 3, Volkswagen Golf)
SUVs: Perfect for families and adventurers. (e.g., Nissan X Trail, Toyota Kluger, Hyundai Santa Fe, Mazda CX-5)
People mover: Spacious for larger groups. (e.g., Kia Carnival, Toyota Tarago, 7 seater van rental)
4x4 and Ute rental: Ideal for outdoor enthusiasts and tradespeople. (e.g., Toyota Hilux, Ford Ranger, Mitsubishi Triton)
Vintage car: Add a touch of elegance to your South Yarra experience. (e.g., classic Mustangs, vintage Jaguars)
Electric vehicles: Eco-friendly options for sustainable travel. (e.g., Tesla Model 3, Hyundai Kona Electric)

Find the perfect ride and best car hire deals with Turo. Our local hosts have a range of flexible options for any occasion on your South Yarra adventure.

Holiday car hire: From weekend getaways to catching the excitement of the Melbourne Cup, or celebrating Christmas break with family and friends, make the most of your vacation with a rental car hire in South Yarra. Explore at your own pace and discover hidden gems that are off the beaten track.

Long-term car hire: Score great car hire deals with a long term car rental from Turo. Whether you’re travelling for a few weeks or a few months, many of our hosts offer discounts and early bird car rental deals when booking your long term car rental in advance.

Formal car hire: Need a set of gorgeous wheels for your gala dinner, corporate event, or awards night? Find the perfect ride for any formal event with a stylish car to match your vibe and create a lasting impression.

Wedding car hire: Arrive in style on your big day with a luxurious wedding car hire in South Yarra. Turo offers a wide range of stunning vehicles from vintage classics to luxury supercars and everything in between, catering to different wedding themes for the grand entrance of your dreams.

South Yarra is an ideal base for exploring Melbourne and its surrounding regions. Plan a day trip to these top attractions and experiences with a car hire in South Yarra.

Mornington Peninsula

A coastal paradise just a short drive from South Yarra, the Mornington Peninsula is the place to enjoy some fresh seafood, explore charming seaside towns, and relax at stunning beaches. Don't miss the Peninsula Hot Springs, where you can slip into a range of thermal baths and spa treatments.

Great Ocean Road

One of the most iconic scenic drives in Australia, the Great Ocean Road is a must-do for any visitor to Melbourne. Stop at the Twelve Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge, and other coastal landmarks, enjoy some local cuisine and soak up the laid-back atmosphere of the quaint towns along the way.

Yarra Valley Wine Tour

Wine and dine your way through the picturesque Yarra Valley. Sample delicious wines from renowned vineyards, enjoy gourmet picnics surrounded by stunning scenery, and learn about the winemaking process.

No, you don’t need personal insurance coverage to book a car on Turo.

When booking a car in Australia, you’ll also choose between the Premier (if available), Standard, and Minimum protection plans. Each plan includes varying limits on financial responsibility for damage to a host’s vehicle. All trips include up to $20,000,000 (per event) in legal liability protection. Legal liability protection protects against damage to other people’s property and death or bodily injury (where the legal liability is not covered or capable of being covered by any statutory or compulsory scheme) as a result of an accident involving the vehicle. All protection is provided by Turo Travels Mutual.*

On your Account page, make sure you’ve checked the box to receive email notifications, and enable push notifications from the Turo app in your phone settings — we’ll send you occasional promotions, discounts, and deals on car hire in South Yarra!

Additionally, frequent travellers on Turo can get rewarded with the loyalty bonus — earn a promo code for one bonus day when you take trips totalling 10 days in a 90-day period!**

Yes, many Turo hosts offer discounted prices when you book trips lasting 3+, 7+, or 30+ days, so you can get the best deals and lowest rates possible by booking longer trips.

Some hosts offer car hire with unlimited KMs; others set a daily distance limit. On the vehicle pages, you’ll see the total kilometres you’re allowed to drive under the heading “Distance included.” You can find cars offering unlimited mileage with every trip by using the “Unlimited distance” filter.

Turo accepts most credit cards issued by major financial institutions, including American Express and Discover cards, as well as debit cards with a Visa or Mastercard logo that are linked to a checking account.

Apple Pay and Google Pay on mobile devices are also accepted, but Turo does not accept cash or checks as valid payment methods.

You can cancel and get a full refund up to 24 hours before your trip starts, unless you opt to receive a non-refundable trip discount when you book. If you book a trip with less than 24 hours’ notice, you have one hour after booking to cancel free of charge. If you cancel after the free cancellation period ends, you will be charged a cancellation fee.

In the rare event a host cancels, you’ll be notified immediately so you can book another car, or we’ll help you find one. Your refund can be temporarily held to expedite rebooking, or the funds can be returned to your bank account — your choice.

Under the enhanced cleaning policy, hosts are required to clean and disinfect their vehicles thoroughly before every trip, so you can feel safe and comfortable behind the wheel. Turo hosts have access to training materials on enhanced safety measures and cleaning practices to help prevent the spread of COVID-19 or other viruses.

No. Unlike rental car companies, Turo is a peer-to-peer car sharing marketplace where you can book directly from trusted local car owners in the US, UK, Canada, and Australia. Turo does not own any vehicles — Turo hosts share their own personal cars and set their own prices, discounts, vehicle availability, and delivery options.

There is no fee or additional charge for adding a driver to your trip on Turo. Only the guest who booked the trip can request to add drivers; Turo hosts cannot do it for you. We encourage you to request to add any additional drivers before your trip starts, though guests in Australia can request to add a driver while a trip is in progress.

To speed up the process, have your additional driver create a Turo account and get approved to drive before you request to add them. All drivers must have a valid driver’s licence and meet the age requirements for the car you’ve booked. You can request to add drivers via the “Trips” tab in the Turo app without additional driver charges or extra costs.

The cost of hiring a car in South Yarra and nearby areas depends on several factors. This includes car type, booking length, extras, and any delivery options selected. For cheap car rental in South Yarra, look out for discounts on longer-duration bookings and early bookings.

Yes, you can book a long term car rental in South Yarra through Turo. Our hosts have a range of vehicles to choose from and also offer great car rental deals for advance bookings.

No, you can't hire a car on your Ps in South Yarra. To hire a car on Turo, you must have a valid full licence - no provisional or conditional licences are accepted.