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Vehicle requirements in Canada

Which car is right for you? Make sure it meets Uber car requirements in your city and remember that you’ll make more money if you keep your costs low.

Your vehicle must-haves

To drive with Uber in Quebec, your vehicle must meet the following minimum requirements:

  • 4-door vehicle
  • A solid roof
  • 10 years or newer
  • Minimum 261 cm wheelbase

Vehicle Inspection

To drive with Uber in Quebec, your vehicle must pass an inspection unless exempt. Get the details here.

Registration

The vehicle does not need to be registered in your name to qualify but must be registered in the Province of Quebec.

Insurance

Quebec has approved an insurance policy designed specifically for rideshare drivers. All drivers are also required to maintain a personal insurance policy. If you are not the owner of the car, you must provide a proof of insurance with your name on it. Learn more about vehicle insurance here.

Sticker requirements

Local regulations require now you to display 2 different stickers on your vehicle:

The Uber sticker must be displayed when you are driving with Uber. Place it on the bottom right side of the rear windshield. If you do not have an Uber sticker or need to replace yours, please click here.

A new government accessory (sticker) that will show that your vehicle is used for remunerated services. This accessory will be shortly mailed to you by the SAAQ. The accessory will cost you $17.40 which will be deducted from your earnings.

Taking trips without your stickers can result in fines.

Eligible vehicles list

Find the vehicle makes and models that are eligible to drive with Uber in your city.

Vehicle options in Canada

UberX

Most newer cars qualify to drive with UberX, the most popular vehicle option for riders.

Requirements

  • 4-door vehicle
  • 10 years or newer
  • Good interior and exterior condition
  • No salvaged or rebuilt vehicles

UberXL

Seat extra passengers—and earn higher fares—with your high-capacity vehicle.

Requirements

  • At least 6 passengers seats (7 seats with the driver)
  • 10 years or newer
  • Good interior and exterior condition
  • No salvaged or rebuilt vehicle
  • Most SUVs and minivans qualify to drive with UberXL.

Comfort

Comfort was designed to maximize possibilities on the Uber platform.

Additional requirements:

  • Maintain eligibility on a different Uber option such as UberX, Select, UberXL, Uber Black, or Uber Black SUV
  • Have a minimum star rating of 4.85 and have completed at least 100 trips
  • Drive a vehicle with more legroom than smaller, compact cars eligible for UberX and that meet the minimum vehicle year requirement

Uber sticker

Drivers must display an Uber decal on their vehicle while online. Place one on your rear passenger windshield facing outward. You can remove it when you decide to go offline and save it for the next time. Pro tip: keep the paper it comes with to place your sticker on when not in use.

We'll send your Uber sticker to your mailing address.

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The information provided on this web page is intended for informational purposes only and may not be applicable in your country, region, or city. It is subject to change and may be updated without notice.