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Sydney vehicle requirements

Drive with Uber in Sydney


Does your vehicle qualify to drive with Uber? Most 4-door cars do, but requirements vary depending on the vehicle option you choose. If you don’t own a car, we may be able to connect you with a vehicle solutions provider.

Uber's minimum requirements

All cars driving with Uber in Sydney must be:

  • ANCAP 5-Star rated, or fall under our vehicle exemption policy
  • In excellent working condition
  • No older than the maximum age for the Uber vehicle option chosen
  • A 4-door car or passenger van
  • No more than 12 seats, including the driver’s seat
  • Able to pass a pink slip inspection
  • Registered and CTP-insured in New South Wales
  • Free from cosmetic damage (e.g. scuff marks, scratches and indentations such as hail damage)
  • Free from commercial branding (e.g. graphics or wraps greater than 20 cm by 20 cm), excl. taxi commercial branding.
  • If a taxi: comply with all applicable local laws regarding vehicle requirements (e.g. livery, equipment, security cameras and tactile registration numbers).
  • Are not government, ex-driving school, branded or rebuilt vehicles

Further requirements apply to specific vehicle options – please refer to the sections below.

* Uber reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to amend this list of vehicle requirements and/or accepted vehicles at any time.

Insurance

All vehicles driving with Uber must be covered by compulsory third party (CTP) insurance, and have at least third-party property damage insurance. To drive with UberX, you also need to be listed on the car’s property damage insurance policy, even if you are not the vehicle owner or main policyholder, (excl. taxi).

Learn about vehicle insurance

Sydney vehicle options

These are the vehicle options and requirements in Sydney.

Sign up to drive

  • Most newer cars qualify to drive with UberX, the most popular vehicle option for riders – an everyday ride at an affordable price.

    UberX vehicles:

    • ANCAP 5-Star rated
    • Are in excellent working condition, with no cosmetic damage
    • Are registered and CTP-insured in NSW
    • Are 15 years old or less (measured by the year of manufacture)
    • Have 4 doors
    • Seat 4-7 passengers plus the driver
    • Have working windows and air conditioning
    • Are able to pass a pink slip inspection

    Some rental vehicles may be eligible to drive with UberX.

    View our list of currently approved vehicle models

  • SUVs and vans can seat extra passengers, so that you can earn higher fares. This is the high-capacity version of UberX.

    UberXL vehicles:

    • ANCAP 5-Star rated
    • Are in excellent working condition, with no cosmetic damage
    • Are registered and CTP-insured in NSW
    • Are 15 years old or less (measured by the year of manufacture)
    • Are 4-door SUVs or large passenger vans
    • Seat 6-7 passengers plus the driver
    • Have working windows and air conditioning
    • Are able to pass a pink slip inspection

    Some rental vehicles may be eligible to drive with UberXL.

    View our list of currently approved vehicle models

  • This option is designed for riders living with disability, older adults or those who need an extra hand when getting from place to place. Assist vehicles can accommodate folding wheelchairs, walkers and collapsible scooters. You’ll also need to complete a free training course provided by Australian Network on Disability.

    Assist vehicles:

    • ANCAP 5-Star rated
    • Are in excellent working condition, with no cosmetic damage
    • Are deemed easy to access for passengers
    • Are registered and CTP-insured in NSW
    • Are 15 years old or less (measured by the year of manufacture)
    • Have 4 doors
    • Seat 4-7 passengers plus the driver
    • Have working windows and air conditioning
    • Are able to pass a pink slip inspection
    • Can accommodate folding wheelchairs, walkers, collapsible scooters and other assistive devices

    In order for driver-partners to be eligible for Assist, they must have

    • A 4.7 minimum rating; and
    • Have completed over 100 trips

    Some rental vehicles may be eligible to drive with Assist.

    View our list of currently approved vehicle models

  • Uber Eats is a food delivery app that allows people to order food from their favourite local restaurants at the tap of a button. You can deliver with Uber Eats using your car, scooter or even your bicycle.

    There are 3 ways to deliver with Uber Eats:

    Bike requirements

    • You’re at least 18 years old
    • You can ride a bike around Sydney
    • You can pass a bicycle safety test
    • You can pass a background check

    Scooter/motorcycle requirements

    • You’re at least 18 years old
    • You hold a full Australian licence
    • Your scooter or motorcycle is a 1990 model or newer
    • Your scooter or motorcycle is registered and CTP-insured in NSW
    • You have vehicle insurance (third-party property or comprehensive)
    • You can pass a background check

    Car requirements

    • You’re at least 18 years old
    • You hold a full Australian licence
    • Your car is a 1990 model or newer
    • Your car is registered and CTP-insured in NSW
    • You have vehicle insurance (third-party property or comprehensive) You can pass a background check

    You'll also need to confirm that you have the right to work in Australia and that you have access to Medicare or relevant health insurance.

    View our list of currently approved vehicle models

  • Vehicle requirements:

    • The vehicle must be manufactured within the last 7 years
    • The vehicle must be on the list of eligible vehicle models
    • Vehicles must also meet all other UberX vehicle requirements


    Driver-partner requirements:

    • Have completed at least 20 trips
    • Maintain a minimum rating of 4.85
    • Driver-partners must meet all UberX requirements

  • Offering premium rides with high-end cars.

    Vehicle requirements:

    • The vehicle must be manufactured within the last 7 years
    • The vehicle must be on the list of eligible vehicle models
    • Vehicles must also meet all other UberX vehicle requirements


    Driver-partner requirements:

    • Have completed at least 20 trips
    • Maintain a minimum rating of 4.85
    • Driver-partners must meet all UberX requirements

  • Vehicle requirements:

    • The vehicle must be fully electric
    • The vehicle must be manufactured within the last 7 years
    • The vehicle must be on the list of eligible vehicle models
    • Vehicles must also meet all other UberX vehicle requirements


    Driver-partner requirements:

    • Have completed at least 20 trips
    • Maintain a minimum rating of 4.85
    • Driver-partners must meet all UberX requirements

  • Uber Max is a minivan or people mover product which can comfortably seat 6 or 7 passengers with plenty of luggage space and rear sliding doors.

    Vehicle requirements:

  • Vehicle requirements:

    • Zero emissions vehicles are eligible to complete Uber Green trips
    • Vehicles must also meet all other UberX vehicle requirements


    Driver-partner requirements:

    • Driver-partners must meet all UberX requirements


    Note: It may take up to 2 weeks for your engine type to be verified after completing your first trip. Please reach out to Support if you still haven’t gained access.

  • Uber Eats

    Uber Eats is a food delivery app that allows people to order food from their favourite restaurants at the tap of a button. If you are 18 years of age or older, you may be eligible to become a delivery partner with Uber Eats.

    Deliver with Uber

  • Vehicle solutions

    Need a car? We can connect you to vehicle solutions providers who have special offers for driver-partners.

    Learn about vehicle solutions
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