Vehicle requirements in your country
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
- 16-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 drivers must maintain their own insurance policy in accordance with state and local laws. For uberX and uberXL in NJ that means valid insurance with coverage that meets or exceeds New Jersey’s minimum financial responsibility requirements, with the driver's name on the insurance policy.
In addition, Uber maintains automobile liability insurance on behalf of all U.S. drivers.
Eligible vehicles list
Find the vehicle makes and models that are eligible to drive with Uber in your city.
Vehicle options in New Jersey
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
- Insurance: Personal or commercial vehicle insurance with at least $30,000 in coverage, with the driver's name on the insurance policy
View our list of popular models, but others may qualify.
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
- Insurance: Personal or commercial vehicle insurance with at least $30,000 in coverage, with the driver's name on the insurance policy
Most SUVs qualify to drive with uberXL. See our list of popular models, but others may qualify.
Uber Black
Offer luxury rides in the original Uber black car service.
Additional requirements
- Keep a star rating of 4.85 or higher
- Commercial insurance
- Additional document required
Vehicle requirements
- 6-year-old vehicle or newer
- Exterior: black only
- Interior: black leather or vegan leather only
- Seat at least 4 passengers in addition to the driver
- No cosmetic damage or missing pieces
- Working windows
- No visible stains
- Operational A/C
Uber Black SUV
Make room for the whole crew with this high-end vehicle service. Only black SUVs qualify.
Additional requirements
- Keep a star rating of 4.85 or higher
- Commercial Insurance
- Additional document required
Vehicle requirements
- 6-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 Premier
Premium rides with highly rated drivers.
Additional requirements
- Have a minimum star rating of 4.85 based on 250 completed trips
- Drive an eligible luxury vehicle with a leather interior that is 6 years old or newer
Vehicle requirements
- Seat at least 4 passengers in addition to the driver
- No cosmetic damage or missing pieces
- Working windows
- No visible stains
- Operational A/C
Premier SUV
Premier rides for 6 with highly rated drivers.
Additional requirements
- Have a minimum star rating of 4.85 based on 250 completed trips
- Drive an eligible luxury vehicle with a leather interior that is 6 years old or newer
Vehicle requirements
- Seat at least 6 passengers in addition to the driver
- No cosmetic damage or missing pieces
- Working windows
- No visible stains Operational A/C
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 vehicle decals
Under local regulations for New Jersey, all drivers must display an Uber decal on their vehicle while online. Place them on your front passenger windshield and 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.
Once you become an Uber driver, we will mail you a decal. You should receive it within 7 business days. If you ever need a new decal after you become a driver, you can request a new one be mailed to you. You can also pick one up at your local Greenlight Hub.
Local requirements
To ensure that you stay safe and compliant on the road, all drivers should be aware of local regulatory requirements.
Vehicle solutions
No matter how you plan to drive, we can help you find a car that’s right for you. Discover the range of options available to you.
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Find a fleet
If you would like to drive using the Uber app and need to be connected with a licensed fleet company, as per local regulatory requirements, please connect with some of the fleets listed here.
Rewards
Reduce your costs and take home more of what you make in your city with driver discounts and rewards from Uber’s partners.
Partner Protection
Partner Protection helps protect you from the cost of accidents or life events, and is provided at no cost to all eligible independent driver partners.
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.
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