Lime vs Zipcar

Lime vs Zipcar

Zipcar is your local car and van hire service! Enjoy the freedom to get where you want - or need - to be without the hassle of ownership. Use the Zipcar app to effortlessly book a car or van by the minute, hour or day. Experience the convenience of car-sharing today.

Which is better, Zipcar or Lime?

 

Zipcar and Lime both offer app-based transport solutions, but Zipcar provides greater flexibility, vehicle options and convenience. Zipcar has features like minute, hourly or daily rentals and access to a great variety of vehicle types - from small, city cars, to SUVs and vans. Zipcar also has two options: book in advance with a Roundtrip, or reserve when you're ready to go with a Flex. While Lime offers a quick and efficient way to travel short distances, Zipcar caters to a wider range of times and instances when you'd need to get around.

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All-Inclusive Pricing

With Zipcar the price you pay at the point of booking a Roundtrip is what you'll pay - there are no hidden fees! For the one-way Flex option, you just pay by the minute/hour/day, depending on how long you take it for. Again, no hidden fees. Instead, Zipcar provides lots of inclusions. Every Zipcar trip also includes fuel, insurance and 24/7 breakdown cover. For Lime, there are additional fees such as unlocking fees to consider. 

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Environmental Impact

Together with Lime, Zipcar often offers Electric Vehicle (EV) options, which contribute to a reduced carbon footprint compared to traditional gasoline-powered cars. Zipcar's Electric Vehicles are also suitable for longer journeys and carrying multiple passengers.

Let's take a look at the differences

Which is best for your trip - a Zipcar or Lime?

 

 Zipcar

 Lime
Free Plan

Pricing

One-way rates from 27p/min*

Rates from 29p/min**
Hourly caps One-way Flex hourly caps kick in at around 45 minutes, depending on rate plan. -
Unlocking fee No unlocking fee £1 Unlocking fee
Short trips

Long trips

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One way trip

Insurance

Fuel/Charging

Maintenance

Cargo Capacity

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Multy Passenger

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Weather Friendly

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Easy to use

 

 

Ready to drive?

Reclaim the driver’s seat (and the radio). Get from A to B, run errands, have an adventure – whatever you need wheels for, it’s time to get around the smarter way.

Zipcar removes the hassle

Zipcar car hire

At Zipcar, we offer exceptional customer support including phone assistance, online resources, and in-app support. Our dedicated customer service team is available to assist members with bookings, vehicle issues, account management, and any other inquiries, ensuring a seamless and hassle-free experience.

Zipcar car rental

We have a wide range of vehicle types in our fleet which means we'll always have the right car or van nearby for your trip. Unlike Lime's scooters and bikes, which are primarily suited for solo journeys in more favourable weather, Zipcar is your practical and convenient choice for daily commutes, shopping trips, or weekend getaways.

Zipcar car rent

Zipcar started as a little car-sharing company and is now the world's leading car-sharing network! Thanks to a member-driven user experience, and a focus on innovative technology, we are redefining alternative transports. For us isn't just about reducing cars and congestion, but finding sustainable solutions! We’re strongly committed to our mission to enable a responsible urban living.

Zipcar car hire

We empower individuals to save significantly by eliminating the high costs associated with purchasing, insuring, maintaining, and parking a vehicle. Our model ensures that you only pay for the time you actually use a car! So whether you need wheels for a quick gateway or to transport larger items, Zipcar's diverse fleet and on-demand booking system allow you to focus on priorities while enjoying the convenience of personal transportation when you want.

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