Driver Guide
Vehicle requirements

Vehicle requirements

San Antonio

Does your vehicle qualify to drive with Uber? Most four-door cars do, but requirements vary by vehicle. If you don't have a car, we can help you get one.

Minimum requirements

15-year-old vehicle or newer
4-door vehicle
Good condition with no cosmetic damage
No commercial branding

Registration

Uber accepts both official and temporary registration documents. The vehicle does not need to be registered in your name to qualify.

Insurance

All partners must maintain their own insurance policy in accordance with state and local laws. In addition, Uber maintains automobile liability insurance on behalf of all U.S. partners.

Learn about vehicle insurance

Vehicle options in San Antonio

uberX

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

Additional requirements

4-door vehicle with independently opening passenger doors
Have 5 factory-installed seats and seat belts
Working windows and air conditioning
No vans, box trucks, or similar vehicles
No taxi cabs, government cars, or other marked vehicles
No salvaged or rebuilt vehicles
No aftermarket seating modifications, such as installed seats, seat belts, or BedRyder systems

uberXL

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

Additional requirements

4-door vehicle with independently opening passenger doors
Have 7 factory-installed seats and seat belts
Working windows and air conditioning
No vans, box trucks, or similar vehicles
No taxi cabs, government cars, or other marked vehicles
No salvaged or rebuilt vehicles
No aftermarket seating modifications, such as installed seats, seat belts, or BedRyder systems