CAR REQUIREMENTS
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I am glad you have decided to drive for Uber. Here are some helpful things to get you started. There are many Uber cars to choose on the platform. Your selection will determine what kind of Uber driver you will be. Congratulations, because you are one step closer to becoming an Uber expert driver in your field. All you have to do is meet a few standard Uber car requirements.
What kind of cars does Uber use?
Here is where I will give descriptions of some cars used by expert drivers in cities below. Before we begin, I would like to list the names of the service options. Vehicles will fall into one or more of these categories when in operation.
UberX
Uber XL
Uber Select (Plus)
Uber Black
Uber SUV
Uber Taxi
Uber LUX
Uber Car Requirements 2023
No matter what kind of vehicle you choose to drive, you must fulfill criteria in order to participate in a category. We'll start by discussing the most fundamental choice.
This is a standard 4-door vehicle with a predetermined age from the Uber corporate headquarters. You don't need to look up a customer service number. Driving for UberX just requires a few prerequisites. No matter the Uber service you choose, you must have the following requirements.
So what does it take to get on the road for Uber?
You have to be at least 21 years old.
You have to present an in-state (valid) drivers license.
You have to pass a background check.
You have to have a clean driving record.
You must have at least 3 years of driving experience.
Below are the prerequisites for each vehicle service platform for an Uber car.
UberX Car Requirements
(* City-specific Uber vehicle standards vary per year model. Do your study about your city)
With UberX, the most popular vehicle choice for riders, the majority of newer automobiles are eligible to drive.
Additional conditions
a four-door car with passenger doors that open separately
five seats with seat belts that were factory installed
air conditioning and functioning windows
No box trucks, vans, or other comparable vehicles
No taxis, official vehicles, or other branded vehicles
No rebuilt or salvaged vehicles
No installation of installed seats, seat belts, or BedRyder systems, or any aftermarket seating modifications
Uber XL Car Requirements
(* Uber year model car requirements differ in cities. Be sure to research your city)
With your large vehicle, you can carry more people and earn more money.
Additional requirements
4 Passenger doors on automobile that each open separately
Seat belts and 7 seats that were factory installed
having functional windows and air conditioning
No vans, box trucks, or other comparable vehicles
There will be no taxis, official automobiles, or other branded vehicles.
No salvaged or rebuilt automobiles
No aftermarket seating modifications, such as installed seats, seat belts, or BedRyder systems
Uber Select Car Requirements
This driving option reserved for select cities. Some know this platform as (Plus).
A base model 4-door luxury sedan that will seat 4 passengers, not including the Driver.
Car insurance in-state.
Car plates registered in-state.
Current vehicle registration.
No salvaged cars or marked taxi vehicles.
Must pass Uber vehicle inspection.
2009* year model or newer.
Leather seating mandatory.
Cars approved and accepted to drive on the Uber Select Platform.
Acura: RDX, RLX, TL, TLX, ILX, MDX
Audi: All A and S models, Q3, Q5, Q7
Bentley: Arnage, Flying Spur, Mulsanne
BMW: 3, 5, 7-series; X1, X2, X3, X4, X5, X6
Buick: Enclave
Cadillac: ATS, CTS, DTS, SRX, XTS, Escalade
Chevrolet: Suburban, Tahoe
GMC: Yukon, Yukon XL
Hyundai: Genesis, Equus
Infiniti: EX, FX, G, JX, M, Q, QX50, QX60, QX70, QX80
Jaguar: XF, XJ, XE, F-PACE
Land Rover: LR3, LR4, Range Rover, Range Rover Sport
Lexus: ES, IS, RX, GS, GX, LS
Lincoln: MKT, MKS, MKZ, MKX, MKC, Town Car, Navigator
Mercedes-Benz: C-class, E-class, S-class, G-class, GLK, M-class, R-class
Porsche: Cayenne, Panamera
Rolls-Royce: Ghost, Phantom
Tesla: Model S, Model X
Toyota: Land Cruiser
Volkswagen: CC
Volvo: S-Edition, XC-Edition
*Uber BLACK and LUX cars are also accepted to run under this option. Vehicle list subject to changes by uber corporate office. (Source)
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Uber Black Car Requirements
Uber Black is the top-tier private and business driving service offered by Uber drivers. There aren't many Uber black cars in cities. The qualifications for providing opulent journeys in the initial Uber black car service.
Additional requirements
Keep a star rating of 4.85 or higher
Commercial insurance and registration
Additional document required
Vehicle requirements
7-year-old vehicle or newer
Exterior: black only
Interior: black leather or vegan leather only
Seat at least 6 passengers in addition to the driver
No cosmetic damage or missing pieces
Working windows
No visible stains
Operational A/C
Acceptable vehicles for the black platform
Audi: A8, Q7
Bentley: All models
BMW: 7 series, X5
Cadillac: DTS, XTS
Infiniti: QX56, QX80
Jaguar: XJ
Maybach: All models
Land Rover: LR4, Range Rover
Lexus: LS
Lincoln: MKS, MKT
Mercedes-Benz: G-Class, M-Class, R-Class, S-Class
Porsche: Cayenne
Tesla: Model S, Model X
Rolls Royce: All models
*Uber LUX vehicles are also accepted.
Uber SUV car requirements
You must have commercial car insurance, a TCP, and an airport permit in most cities.
Your vehicle also must meet these criteria:
Additional requirements
Keep a star rating of 4.85 or higher
Commercial insurance and registration
Additional document required
Vehicle requirements
7-year-old vehicle or newer
Exterior: black only
Interior: black leather or vegan leather only
Seat at least 6 passengers in addition to the driver
No cosmetic damage or missing pieces
Working windows
No visible stains
Operational A/C
Uber LUX car requirements
Available in select cities only.
You must have commercial car insurance, a TCP, and an airport permit in most cities.
Your vehicle also must meet these criteria:
Sedan, crossover SUV, or full-size SUV
Great condition
Black exterior
Black interior
Comfortably seats 4+ passengers
Four doors
2012 or newer
Must pass Uber vehicle inspection
Uber LUX approved vehicles
Audi: A8
BMW: 7 Series
Jaguar: XJ
Land Rover: Range Rover
Lexus: LS
Mercedes-Benz: S-Class, G-Class
Porsche: Panamera
Tesla: Model S
Bentley: All 4-door
Maybach: All 4-door
Rolls Royce: All 4-door