Today we are announcing the launch of a pilot ride option, UberX Plus, in Sydney. It’s the first ride option of its kind globally for Uber, and we’re excited to trial it here in Australia first.

We know from rider feedback that they would like access to more choice on the Uber app. That’s why we’re trialling UberX Plus, a new ride option similar to premium economy on an airline. We’ve called it UberX Plus because it’s like UberX, but with that little bit extra.

When you request a ride with UberX Plus, you’ll be matched with a top-rated driver-partner with a newer, spacious vehicle, and hundreds of trips under their belt, all at an affordable price.

With extra room and an enhanced service, UberX Plus is a great option for those longer trips to the airport, or for business trips when you’re after that little bit extra.

UberX Plus is also a great new opportunity for our driver-partners who consistently deliver a premium service, providing greater earning opportunities without the need to invest in a luxury vehicle.

We are constantly looking at ways to improve the trip experience at Uber, and hope that this will offer riders a little bit more choice when they ride with us.

Get ready to ride with UberX Plus today – an enhanced, affordable ride with that little bit extra.  

  • Experienced driver-partners
  • Your UberX Plus driver has completed at least 500 Uber trips.
  • Top-rated trips
  • UberX Plus driver-partners maintain a rating of at least 4.85 stars.
  • Newer, spacious rides
  • All UberX Plus vehicles are 2012 or newer, with plenty of room to move.