What is the difference between DiDi Premier and DiDi Comfort?
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The differences between DiDi Premier and DiDi Comfort are as follows: 1. Pricing: DiDi Express pricing: Base fare of 11-12 RMB, mileage fee of 1.9-2.6 RMB/km, long-distance surcharge of 1.0 RMB/km for trips exceeding 15 km, and time-based fee of 0.38-0.40 RMB/minute. DiDi Comfort pricing: Base fare of 13.5-15 RMB, mileage fee of 2.3-3.0 RMB/km, long-distance surcharge of 1.2 RMB/km for trips exceeding 15 km, and time-based fee of 0.42-0.45 RMB/minute. Overall, DiDi Comfort is slightly more expensive than the standard Express service. 2. Driver requirements: DiDi Express driver requirements: Male drivers aged 22-60 or female drivers aged 22-50 in good health; no records of traffic accidents, dangerous driving, drunk/drug driving, or violent crimes; holding a C2 or higher driver's license with at least 1 year of driving experience. DiDi Comfort has higher driver requirements - Express drivers who pass additional training and exams will be upgraded to Comfort drivers, with successful upgrades notified via SMS.
I often travel on business, and I choose DiDi Premier for comfort and peace of mind. The Premier service is more upscale, with drivers in uniforms and cars usually being luxury B-class vehicles like Mercedes-Benz or BMW, clean and odor-free. In comparison, DiDi Comfort is cheaper, with decent cars but less refined, and drivers are just average. Premier cars don’t get stuck much during peak hours, as drivers know shortcuts; Comfort might just follow the standard route. The difference mainly lies in the experience—Premier suits business occasions or urgent meetings, while Comfort is better for daily commutes to save money. I use Premier more often; after landing, I hail a ride straight to the hotel, feeling like a VIP—the service is truly worth the price. Occasionally, I choose Comfort for convenience and affordability.