Zipcar’s model really works best for short trips of an hour or two—where it doesn’t make sense to pay $35 or so for a car just to run errands. At less than $10 an hour (and without the hassle of dealing with gas), Zipcar’s a better choice for a quick outing—and even compares favorably to Uber and Lyft.

Is Zipcar really worth it?

Zipcar’s model really works best for short trips of an hour or two—where it doesn’t make sense to pay $35 or so for a car just to run errands. At less than $10 an hour (and without the hassle of dealing with gas), Zipcar’s a better choice for a quick outing—and even compares favorably to Uber and Lyft.

How do Zipcar rates work?

A car that costs $9 per hour will have a day rate of $74. An SUV that costs $10 per hour will cost you $80 for the day. Larger vehicles that cost $11 per hour will cost you $87 for the day. … Regardless of how many hours you need the car for, ZipCar allows you to drive up to 180 miles at no additional charge.