Electric scooters are back in Mexico City. There are currently three apps operating in different areas of the capital: Whoosh, Jet, and Lime. If you’re looking for a quick alternative for short trips, these options are now available in neighborhoods such as Polanco, Roma, Condesa, Tlatelolco, and even near the Banorte Stadium.
Each service has different rates, benefits, and features, so it’s worth comparing them before choosing which one to use for your daily trips.
How much does it cost to use scooters in Mexico City?
Whoosh is easy to spot thanks to its yellow color. To use it, you need to top up your balance using a bank card or Mercado Pago and maintain a minimum balance of $40 pesos in your account. The unlock fee is $8 pesos, and each minute of travel costs $2.80 pesos. It also offers 20-minute packages where the unlock fee is free.
Jet , on the other hand, stands out for its blue scooters and a more comfortable design that allows you to rest both feet on the footrests. It also features a cell phone mount. The minimum balance is 38 pesos, unlocking costs 9 pesos, and each minute of use costs 2.90 pesos. It also offers 30-, 60-, and 100-minute packages with unlocking included.
One of its main distinguishing features is that it includes travel insurance for users, with coverage for accidents and medical reimbursements.
Lime, the green scooter platform already familiar to many Mexico City residents, operates on a different pricing model. Rides of up to five minutes cost 15 pesos, and those of up to 20 minutes cost 25 pesos. It also allows you to reserve a scooter for 30 minutes and offers packages of 30, 60, and even 300 minutes. Another advantage is that a single account can unlock up to five scooters for group rides.
These are the new rules for electric scooters in Mexico City
City authorities have begun to tighten regulations on personal electric vehicles. Among the main rules is a ban on riding on sidewalks, reserved lanes, and certain bike paths, depending on the type of vehicle. It will also be mandatory to wear a helmet and follow applicable traffic laws.
For higher-powered electric scooters, regulations require license plates, a driver’s license, and a vehicle registration card. Fines for violating these provisions can exceed 1,000 pesos and increase in the event of repeat offenses.
