GITNUXREPORT 2025

Car Sharing Statistics

Car sharing growth is rapid, cost-effective, eco-friendly, and urban-focused worldwide.

Jannik Linder

Co-Founder of Gitnux, specialized in content and tech since 2016.

First published: April 29, 2025

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The most popular age group for car sharing users is 25-34 years old, representing 45% of users

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Over 70% of car sharing users report that they use the service to reduce costs compared to own car ownership

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More than 50% of car sharing users are urban dwellers with no access to private parking

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Car sharing reduces overall vehicle ownership among frequent users by approximately 35%

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The adoption rate of car sharing among Millennials is about 25%, surpassing other age groups in some regions

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The average number of trips per active user per month is 8, indicating frequent usage

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About 55% of climate-conscious consumers prefer electric car sharing options over traditional vehicles

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60% of car sharing users also own a private vehicle, primarily for non-commute purposes

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The majority of car sharing trips are during peak hours, from 7AM to 9AM and 4PM to 6PM, indicating work commute patterns

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Car sharing can reduce urban parking demand by up to 30%

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Fleet electrification is expected to contribute to a 40% reduction in emissions from car sharing operations by 2030

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Car sharing reduces per capita vehicle miles traveled (VMT) by an average of 10-15 miles per day

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Approximately 10% of car sharing trips replace public transportation, easing congestion

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The global car sharing market was valued at approximately $2.75 billion in 2021

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By 2027, the car sharing market is projected to reach $23.36 billion

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Approximately 20 million people worldwide used car sharing services in 2022

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The primary reason for using car sharing is convenience, cited by 65% of users

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Electric vehicles account for approximately 30% of the car sharing fleet in North America

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Cars are available in over 2500 cities globally for sharing

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15% of daily urban travel is made by car sharing

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In Asia, the car sharing market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 16.2% from 2022 to 2030

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In the U.S., there are over 2,000 car sharing locations across more than 150 cities

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The global adoption rate of app-based car sharing services is over 60%, indicating high smartphone penetration

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The use of contactless payment methods in car sharing increased by 70% during the COVID-19 pandemic, indicating a shift towards safer transactions

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In a survey, 78% of users indicated they would recommend their car sharing service to a friend, pointing to high customer satisfaction

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Car sharing services have seen a growth rate of around 20% annually over the past five years, showing consistent expansion

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The average daily distance driven in car sharing vehicles is around 30 miles

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The average membership fee for car sharing services is approximately $33 per month

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Daimler’s car2go and Share Now have a combined fleet of over 20,000 vehicles worldwide

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The average trip duration in car sharing is around 15 minutes

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The average cost per mile for car sharing is around $0.58, lower than traditional taxi fares

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The average lifespan of a shared vehicle is approximately 3 years before replacement or upgrade

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The cost savings from car sharing for a typical user can range from $500 to $1,500 annually, depending on usage

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Fleet management efficiencies have led to a 25% reduction in operational costs for major car sharing companies

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The most common vehicle types in car sharing fleets are compact cars, accounting for 50% of vehicles

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The average age of vehicles in car sharing fleets is around 2.5 years, ensuring newer and safer vehicles are used

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Car sharing reduces parking violations in urban areas by up to 15%, easing congestion and enforcement costs

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Europe accounts for nearly 40% of the global car sharing market

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In 2022, the top three countries by number of car sharing users were China, the US, and Germany

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Approximately 85% of car sharing trips are made within the city in which the service operates, highlighting urban concentration

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Key Highlights

The global car sharing market was valued at approximately $2.75 billion in 2021
By 2027, the car sharing market is projected to reach $23.36 billion
Approximately 20 million people worldwide used car sharing services in 2022
The average daily distance driven in car sharing vehicles is around 30 miles
Europe accounts for nearly 40% of the global car sharing market
The most popular age group for car sharing users is 25-34 years old, representing 45% of users
Over 70% of car sharing users report that they use the service to reduce costs compared to own car ownership
The primary reason for using car sharing is convenience, cited by 65% of users
Electric vehicles account for approximately 30% of the car sharing fleet in North America
Car sharing can reduce urban parking demand by up to 30%
The average membership fee for car sharing services is approximately $33 per month
Cars are available in over 2500 cities globally for sharing
Daimler’s car2go and Share Now have a combined fleet of over 20,000 vehicles worldwide

With the global car sharing market soaring from a $2.75 billion valuation in 2021 to an anticipated $23.36 billion by 2027, millions worldwide are embracing this convenient, cost-effective, and eco-friendly transportation revolution—particularly in urban centers and among young, environmentally conscious users.

Consumer Demographics and Usage Patterns

The most popular age group for car sharing users is 25-34 years old, representing 45% of users
Over 70% of car sharing users report that they use the service to reduce costs compared to own car ownership
More than 50% of car sharing users are urban dwellers with no access to private parking
Car sharing reduces overall vehicle ownership among frequent users by approximately 35%
The adoption rate of car sharing among Millennials is about 25%, surpassing other age groups in some regions
The average number of trips per active user per month is 8, indicating frequent usage
About 55% of climate-conscious consumers prefer electric car sharing options over traditional vehicles
60% of car sharing users also own a private vehicle, primarily for non-commute purposes
The majority of car sharing trips are during peak hours, from 7AM to 9AM and 4PM to 6PM, indicating work commute patterns

Consumer Demographics and Usage Patterns Interpretation

Car sharing's rising popularity among urban Millennials and cost-conscious 25-34-year-olds, coupled with its peak-hour usage and environmental preferences, signals a shift towards smarter, greener, and more flexible mobility choices that are gradually reducing individual car ownership—highlighting a future where fewer people own cars but still get around efficiently.

Environmental Impact and Sustainability

Car sharing can reduce urban parking demand by up to 30%
Fleet electrification is expected to contribute to a 40% reduction in emissions from car sharing operations by 2030
Car sharing reduces per capita vehicle miles traveled (VMT) by an average of 10-15 miles per day
Approximately 10% of car sharing trips replace public transportation, easing congestion

Environmental Impact and Sustainability Interpretation

These statistics suggest that car sharing not only trims urban parking woes and slashes emissions through electrification but also curbs individual driving and eases transit congestion—a testament to how shared wheels can steer us toward smarter, cleaner cities.

Market Growth and Adoption

The global car sharing market was valued at approximately $2.75 billion in 2021
By 2027, the car sharing market is projected to reach $23.36 billion
Approximately 20 million people worldwide used car sharing services in 2022
The primary reason for using car sharing is convenience, cited by 65% of users
Electric vehicles account for approximately 30% of the car sharing fleet in North America
Cars are available in over 2500 cities globally for sharing
15% of daily urban travel is made by car sharing
In Asia, the car sharing market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 16.2% from 2022 to 2030
In the U.S., there are over 2,000 car sharing locations across more than 150 cities
The global adoption rate of app-based car sharing services is over 60%, indicating high smartphone penetration
The use of contactless payment methods in car sharing increased by 70% during the COVID-19 pandemic, indicating a shift towards safer transactions
In a survey, 78% of users indicated they would recommend their car sharing service to a friend, pointing to high customer satisfaction
Car sharing services have seen a growth rate of around 20% annually over the past five years, showing consistent expansion

Market Growth and Adoption Interpretation

With a projected leap from $2.75 billion to over $23 billion by 2027 driven by 20 million users seeking ultimate convenience, car sharing is becoming the global transportation equivalent of a smartphone—ubiquitous, electric (30%), contactless (70%), and highly recommended by 78%, proving that sharing is the future of a smarter, safer, and more sustainable urban commute.

Operational Metrics and Economics

The average daily distance driven in car sharing vehicles is around 30 miles
The average membership fee for car sharing services is approximately $33 per month
Daimler’s car2go and Share Now have a combined fleet of over 20,000 vehicles worldwide
The average trip duration in car sharing is around 15 minutes
The average cost per mile for car sharing is around $0.58, lower than traditional taxi fares
The average lifespan of a shared vehicle is approximately 3 years before replacement or upgrade
The cost savings from car sharing for a typical user can range from $500 to $1,500 annually, depending on usage
Fleet management efficiencies have led to a 25% reduction in operational costs for major car sharing companies
The most common vehicle types in car sharing fleets are compact cars, accounting for 50% of vehicles
The average age of vehicles in car sharing fleets is around 2.5 years, ensuring newer and safer vehicles are used
Car sharing reduces parking violations in urban areas by up to 15%, easing congestion and enforcement costs

Operational Metrics and Economics Interpretation

With over 20,000 vehicles and an annual savings potential of up to $1,500 per user, car sharing is not only transforming urban mobility into a cost-effective, greener, and more efficient endeavor but also subtly easing city congestion—proving that sometimes, sharing really is caring, for both your wallet and your city.

Regional Trends and Market Distribution

Europe accounts for nearly 40% of the global car sharing market
In 2022, the top three countries by number of car sharing users were China, the US, and Germany
Approximately 85% of car sharing trips are made within the city in which the service operates, highlighting urban concentration

Regional Trends and Market Distribution Interpretation

With Europe commanding nearly 40% of the global car sharing market, and urban users far outnumbering out-of-town travelers, it's clear that cities are not just shaping their own mobility futures—they're steering the wheel of a shared revolution that’s firmly rooted in urban life.