Zipcar is listed as a car-sharing service in this U.S. policy directory. Amounts shown here are conditional research findings, not a quote for every location.
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Before you rely on a policy
Amounts and eligibility can change by branch, vehicle, card, and booking. A pending hold is different from a settled charge.
Policy evidence at a glance
| Policy point | Applies when | Amount / status | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Late return rateverified scoped | Booking type: zipcar standard | Conditional formula | Official policy ↗ |
| Cleaning fee starting exampleverified scoped | See official policy | $50 | Official policy ↗ |
| Smoking feeverified scoped | See official policy | $150 | Official policy ↗ |
| Damage responsibility ceiling exampleverified scoped | See official policy | Up to $2,500 | Official policy ↗ |
| Low fuel fee starting amountverified scoped | See official policy | $30–$100 | Official policy ↗ |
| Extra mileage exampleverified scoped | See official policy | $0.67 | Official policy ↗ |
| Citation processing feeverified scoped | See official policy | $30 | Official policy ↗ |
| Application fee exampleverified scoped | See official policy | $25 | Official policy ↗ |
| Business setup exampleverified scoped | Membership: business | $75 | Official policy ↗ |
| Retrieval/roadside chargeverified scoped | State: vary | $250–$275 | Official policy ↗ |
| Plus protection member damage responsibilityverified scoped | Plan: plus | $375 | Official policy ↗ |
| Premium damage protection member damage responsibilityverified scoped | Plan: premium | $0 | Official policy ↗ |
Topic coverage status
| Topic | Current research status |
|---|---|
| Security Deposit | Branch terms needed |
| Debit Card Policy | Branch terms needed |
| Insurance Coverage | Documented examples |
| Additional Fees | Documented examples |
| Young Driver Fees | Branch terms needed |
| Additional Driver Policy | Branch terms needed |
| Tolls and Fuel | Documented examples |
| Cancellation and Refunds | Branch terms needed |
| Billing Disputes | Documented examples |
A documented example does not mean every U.S. branch has the same rule. A missing example means we cannot responsibly quote a national amount.
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Before you book or pick up
- Read the exact location terms, including any franchise or local-renter rule.
- Compare the quoted rental charge with any separate authorization hold.
- Confirm insurance and optional extras before signing.
- Keep the final receipt and return documentation if a charge is disputed.
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Official sources
- Fees and charges (updated 2026) ↗ support.zipcar.com · reviewed 2026-11-02
- Damage protection coverage ↗ support.zipcar.com · reviewed 2026-11-02
Research checked 2026-11-02. Pickup terms and signed agreements can change. Verify your booking details before paying.
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