The ride options on this page are a sample of Uber’s products, and some might not be available where you use the Uber app. If you check your city’s web page or look in the app, you’ll see what rides you can request.
Uber Black
Premium rides in luxury cars.
Why ride with Uber Black
Professional drivers on every trip
Expect elevated service from professional drivers. People driving with Uber Black must maintain a minimum rating requirement of 4.85 stars, be insured to drive commercially, and meet state- or local-level livery regulations.
The business class of back seats
Featuring premium cars with leather seats, a trip with Uber Black or Uber Black SUV lets you stretch out in comfort and show up in style.
Features designed around your perfect ride
Imagine your perfect ride, down to details on temperature, luggage support, and even the level of conversation with your driver. With Ride Preferences, a feature for Uber Black and Uber Black SUV, you can ask your driver to tailor the trip environment to your liking, with just a few taps in the app.
More flexible pickups
We understand that unexpected delays pop up. With Uber Black and Uber Black SUV, you can enjoy a little extra time to get to your car—5 minutes until you’re charged a waiting fee and up to 15 minutes until being charged a driver cancellation fee (except at airports).*
Premium customer support
When riding with Uber Black or Uber Black SUV, you unlock premium support. Reach experienced agents on the phone for 24 hours after completing a trip. To call us, open the app, go to Help, and tap Call Premium Support.**
How to ride with Uber Black
1. Request
Open the app and enter your destination in the "Where to?" box. Once you confirm your pickup and destination addresses are correct, choose Black at the bottom of your screen. Then tap Confirm Black.
Once you’ve been matched, you’ll see your driver’s picture and vehicle details and can track their arrival on the map.
2. Ride
Check that the vehicle details match what you see in the app before getting in your Black.
Your driver has your destination and directions for the fastest way to get there, but you can always request a specific route.
3. Hop out
You'll be automatically charged through your payment method on file, so you can exit your Black as soon as you arrive.
Remember to rate your driver to help improve the safety of Uber and make it enjoyable for everyone.
Get your ride right with Uber Reserve
Complete your plans today by reserving a ride.¹ Request your ride up to 90 days ahead with Uber Reserve, so getting there is the last thing on your mind.
Frequently asked questions
- What features are included with Uber Black rides?
Up to 15 minutes of wait time for non-airport pickups, and up to 5 minutes for airport pickups. (Wait fees may apply.)* Additionally, Uber Black also includes the ability to choose your conversation, temperature and luggage preferences.
- Which vehicles are eligible for Uber Black rides?
Uber Black consists of Luxury vehicles with a Black Exterior and a Black or Vegan leather interior. All vehicles are no more than 5 years old. Check out what vehicles are eligible for Uber Black in your city below.
- Is Uber Black available in my city?
Uber Black is currently live in 34 metropolitan areas in the United States: San Francisco, New York City, Boston, Chicago, Washington D.C., Seattle, Los Angeles, San Diego, Charlotte, Atlanta, Denver, Dallas, Phoenix, Minneapolis - St. Paul, Palm Springs, Orange County, Baltimore-Maryland, Sacramento, Milwaukee, Detroit, Houston, Columbus, Cincinnati, Cleveland, Santa Barbara, Jacksonville, Nashville, St Louis, New Orleans, New Jersey, Orlando, Ventura, Eastern Shore, Rockies.
- How many people can fit in an Uber Black vehicle?
You are allowed to bring up to four passengers total (including yourself) when you request an Uber Black.
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*Per-minute wait time fees will apply if riders do not board the vehicle within the allotted grace period. The grace period for Uber Black trips is 5 minutes for non-airport pickups, and 2 minutes for airport pickups. The driver may charge the rider a cancellation fee if the rider has not boarded the vehicle within 15 minutes of a non-airport pickup, or within 5 minutes of an airport pickup.
**Phone support excludes canceled trips and is only available within 24 hours of a completed trip.
The material 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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