Cambio Carsharing in Germany

Age and Driving Experience Requirements

Cambio users must be at least 18 years old and possess a valid driver's license. However, no specific minimum driving experience is mentioned on the website.

Insurance and Liability

All Cambio vehicles are insured with full and partial coverage, third-party liability insurance, and breakdown insurance.

Customers are responsible for up to €1,800 per incident. However, by opting for the “Si Pack” service, liability can be reduced to €300 per incident.

• Cost of the “Si Pack”: €60 per year per driver.
• The package is valid for 12 months and renews automatically unless canceled.

Usage Area

Cambio cars can be used throughout Germany and other European countries, provided general rules and restrictions for driving abroad are followed.

Pricing

Cambio offers a variety of pricing plans tailored to different usage scenarios and customer needs. However, the plans can be complex, requiring careful review.

Below are the four main pricing plans, which also vary by car class and hourly rates. Registration fees apply for using the Cambio app, and additional users can be invited, each with their own registration fees.

Campus Plan

Designed for users under 26 years old, this plan has no monthly membership fee and offers competitive rates for time and mileage.

• Registration Fee: €30
• Monthly Membership Fee: €0
• Additional User Registration Fee: Not applicable
• Monthly Fee for Additional Users: Not applicable

Rates (in €, including VAT):

Mileage Rates:

Basis Plan

Ideal for infrequent users, this plan has no monthly fee, and charges are based solely on distance and time.

• Registration Fee: €30
• Monthly Membership Fee: €0
• Additional User Registration Fee: €30
• Monthly Fee for Additional Users: €0

Rates (in €, including VAT):

Mileage Rates:

Aktiv Plan

Suitable for users traveling 60–250 km monthly, such as short trips or shopping runs.

• Registration Fee: €30
• Monthly Membership Fee: €11
• Additional User Registration Fee: €30
• Monthly Fee for Additional Users: €3

Rates (in €, including VAT):

Mileage Rates:

Comfort Plan

Designed for frequent users or those traveling longer distances, offering lower rates for mileage and time.

• Registration Fee: €30
• Monthly Membership Fee: €27
• Additional User Registration Fee: €30
• Monthly Fee for Additional Users: €3

Rates (in €, including VAT):

Mileage Rates:

Pricing Adjustments for Fuel Costs

The rates are based on fuel prices between €1.55 and €1.69 per liter. If prices increase:

• By €0.01–0.14, mileage rates increase by €0.01/km.
• By €0.15–0.29, rates increase by €0.02/km.
• If prices exceed €2.00, rates increase by €0.03/km.

Additional Costs

• Plan Change Fee: €5
• Booking via App: Free
• Booking via Phone: €1
• Unused Reservation: Charged for 20 minutes

Cancellation Fees:

• More than 24 hours: Free
• Less than 24 hours: 50% of time rate

Penalties:

• Leaving car in a special zone: €3
• Fuel level below 1/4 tank: €10
• Damage caused by customer: €50/hour
• Improper parking or open window: €50
• Unauthorized use: €50–€250

Fleet

Cambio offers a range of vehicles from small cars (e.g., Citroën Berlingo) to larger models. Availability varies by city.

Refueling

Fuel costs are included. Customers refueling themselves are reimbursed.

Parking

Some cities offer dedicated parking for Cambio vehicles.

Locations

Cambio operates in numerous cities, including:

App and Website

The Cambio website is informative but features complex pricing structures. The app ratings:

Feedback: The app is functional but needs improvement for user-friendliness.