Comprehensive insurance ($20/day on top of the vehicle's daily rate)
Serving North Melbourne from Nearby Brunswick
Reliable Car Rental for North Melbourne, from Nearby Brunswick
North Melbourne drivers don't need to rent from across town. SOZO Rent a Car is based nearby in Brunswick, offering a hybrid-focused fleet suited to Uber and DiDi driving — weekly hire, comprehensive insurance included, no lock-in contract.
Car rental serving
North Melbourne
SOZO
Nearby Brunswick Depot
15 Cozens St, Brunswick VIC 3056
Nearby pickup address
15 Cozens St, Brunswick
Car rental for North Melbourne, based nearby in Brunswick
SOZO Rent a Car serves North Melbourne from its Brunswick depot at 15 Cozens St, a short drive via Brunswick Road or Royal Parade. That's considerably closer than rental options based in Melbourne's outer west, which can mean a 30-minute drive each way before a shift even starts. Every SOZO rental includes comprehensive insurance and scheduled servicing, with no lock-in contract.
Check Availability for North MelbourneRideshare-ready for North Melbourne's Uber and DiDi drivers
North Melbourne's proximity to the CBD, the University of Melbourne and the Royal Melbourne Hospital precinct makes it a busy pickup area for rideshare and delivery drivers. SOZO's hybrid-focused fleet is suited to current Uber and DiDi requirements, and the rideshare car rental page covers both platforms together.
What's included with every North Melbourne rental
Scheduled servicing and roadside support
No lock-in contract — extend or return week to week
A refundable security deposit, confirmed at the time of booking
SOZO Rent a Car has been trading in the car rental industry for over 30 years, and North Melbourne renters get the same fleet, pricing and insurance terms as anyone booking directly from Brunswick.
The fleet and pricing
Choose from the Toyota Camry Hybrid, Corolla Hybrid and RAV4 Hybrid, alongside the Kia Cerato and Kia Carnival. The Camry Hybrid suits drivers covering longer rideshare shifts near the CBD, while the Corolla Hybrid keeps running costs low for shorter inner-city trips. Full specs are on the vehicles page, and current daily and weekly rates are listed on pricing .
Getting from North Melbourne to SOZO's Brunswick depot
SOZO's Brunswick depot is a short trip from North Melbourne via Royal Parade or the Upfield line to Brunswick station. For drivers starting or ending a shift near the CBD, this is a considerably shorter trip than travelling to a depot based in Melbourne's outer west. Contact SOZO to confirm directions and arrange a pickup time that suits your schedule.
SOZO
Pickup from Brunswick
15 Cozens St
North Melbourne
Royal Parade
Upfield Line
Brunswick
Nearby to North Melbourne
Brunswick , Brunswick West and Moonee Ponds are all close to North Melbourne — see the Brunswick location page for full pickup details.
Frequently Asked Questions
No. SOZO's depot is based at 15 Cozens St, Brunswick, a short drive from North Melbourne via Royal Parade or Brunswick Road. Most North Melbourne renters find this a quick trip compared with those at rental depots farther from the city.
Yes. SOZO's hybrid-focused vehicles are suited to current Uber and DiDi rideshare requirements, which suits drivers picking up passengers near the CBD, the university or the hospital precinct. Confirm your own account approval directly with each platform before starting.
Yes. SOZO rents week to week with no lock-in contract, so North Melbourne renters can start with a short booking and extend it as their plans change, returning the vehicle with notice and no exit fee. This suits drivers testing rideshare work before committing longer term.
Every SOZO rental, including bookings collected from the Brunswick depot, includes comprehensive insurance at $20 per day on top of the vehicle's daily rate, plus scheduled servicing. A refundable security deposit also applies, confirmed at the time of booking.
Not entirely. The Camry Hybrid, Corolla Hybrid and RAV4 Hybrid make up SOZO's hybrid-focused range, while the Kia Cerato and Kia Carnival are non-hybrid options for North Melbourne renters who want a lower daily rate or extra seating for a group.
