Vehicle requirements in South Africa
Which car is right for you? Make sure your vehicle meets the requirements in South Africa by following the below requirements:
Uber Go (Eligible Hatchbacks & Sedans will be accepted on UberGo.)
4-door hatchbacks - 12 years old and newer (i.e. in 2026, the oldest eligible vehicles are from 2014).
4-door sedans - 12 years old and newer (i.e. in 2026, the oldest eligible vehicles are from 2014).
Uber Comfort
- 4-door Sedans & SUVs - 5 years old and newer (i.e. in 2026, the oldest eligible vehicles are from 2022).
- ABS, passenger and driver airbags safety features fitted to all vehicles
Uber Black
- 4-door Sedans & SUVs - 5 years old and newer (i.e. in 2026, the oldest eligible vehicles are from 2022).
- ABS, passenger and driver airbags safety features fitted to all vehicles
Uber Van/XL
- Premium MPVs & MPVs - 8 years old and newer (i.e. in 2026, the oldest eligible vehicles are from 2019).
- ABS, passenger and driver airbags safety features fitted to all vehicles
Uber reserves the right to update the eligibility criteria of vehicles as they relate to different products at any time, in its sole discretion and without prior notice.
Your vehicle must-haves
Uber Go
- Model year must be 12 years or newer (i.e. in 2026, the oldest eligible vehicles are from 2014)
- 5-door hatchback or sedan
- ABS, passenger and driver airbags safety features fitted
- Good condition
- No cosmetic damage (What Is Cosmetic Damage? Cosmetic damage refers to damage that has had no impact on the structure or function of your vehicle. This damage could be paint scratches, scraped bumpers, or dings on the body. Cosmetic damage can be a result from rocks flying up, weather conditions, lightly bumping into something)
Uber Comfort
- Model year must be 5 years or newer (i.e. in 2026, the oldest eligible vehicles are from 2022)
- 4-door sedan, SUV or Premium MPV
- ABS, passenger and driver airbags safety features fitted
- Good condition
- No cosmetic damage (What Is Cosmetic Damage? Cosmetic damage refers to damage that has had no impact on the structure or function of your vehicle. This damage could be paint scratches, scraped bumpers, or dings on the body. Cosmetic damage can be a result from rocks flying up, weather conditions, lightly bumping into something)
Uber XL / Van
- Model year must be 8 years or newer (i.e. in 2026, the oldest eligible vehicles are from 2019)
- 5-door MPV or Premium MPV
- ABS, passenger and driver airbags safety features fitted
- Good condition
- No cosmetic damage (What Is Cosmetic Damage? Cosmetic damage refers to damage that has had no impact on the structure or function of your vehicle. This damage could be paint scratches, scraped bumpers, or dings on the body. Cosmetic damage can be a result from rocks flying up, weather conditions, lightly bumping into something)
Documentation Needed
Uber Go
Required Driver Documents
- Driver's Licence Card with a valid PrdP
- Criminal Background Check
Required Vehicle Documents
- Single Vehicle Licence Disc
- Virtual Vehicle Inspection (Auto Inspect)
- Third Party Liability Insurance
The document must have the following six points visible in order for it to be approved;
- Third Party Liability Cover
- Business Use
- Name of Insurer
- Inception / Start Date
- Policy Number
- Vehicle Registration
Vehicle inspection report can be obtained from Auto Inspect.
Uber Comfort, XL and Van
Required Driver Documents
- Driver's Licence Card with a valid PrdP
- Criminal Background Check
- Driving Evaluation
Required Vehicle Documents
- Operators Card (Double disc)
- Comprehensive Vehicle Inspection (DEKRA)
- Commercial vehicle insurance
The document must have the following six points visible in order for it to be approved;
- Comprehensive Cover
- Business Use
- Name of Insurer
- Inception / Start Date
- Policy Number
- Vehicle Registration
- Vehicle inspection report which can be obtained from DEKRA
Please Note: Only Uber Inspection Reports from Dekra and Auto Inspect will be considered. A Roadworthy Certificate is not required.
Uber Comfort
To ensure that Uber Comfort gives riders the right quality and experience of a premium product (primarily extra length and comfort), we have selected the below vehicle types to be eligible for consideration as Uber Comfort vehicles. Please refer to the vehicle list below for the eligible vehicles.
Additional requirements
- High quality sedan or SUV
- Model year must be 5 years or newer (i.e in 2026, the oldest eligible vehicles are from 2022).
- Seat at least 4 passengers in addition to the driver
- Working windows and air conditioning
- No full-sized vans or trucks
- No taxi cabs, government cars, or other marked vehicles
- No salvaged or rebuilt vehicles
- Highly rated drivers with a minimum rating of 4.9
Vehicle options in South Africa
UberX
Most recent sedans are eligible to drive with UberX in South Africa.
Additional requirements
- 4-door sedan in good condition
- Sedans which are 8 years old or newer (i.e in 2026, the oldest eligible vehicles are from 2019).
- Seat at least 4 passengers in addition to the driver
- Working windows and air conditioning
- No hatchbacks
- No full-sized vans or trucks
- No taxi cabs, government cars, or other marked vehicles
- No salvaged or rebuilt vehicles
- ABS, passenger and driver airbags safety features fitted
Uber Black
Charge higher fares with a mid-tier luxury sedan in Johannesburg, Pretoria and Cape Town
Additional requirements
- Model year must be 5 years old or newer (i.e in 2026, the oldest eligible vehicles are from 2021).
- Leather or vinyl interior with no cosmetic damage (interior and exterior)
- Seat at least 4 passengers in addition to the driver
- Working windows and air conditioning
- No full-sized vans or trucks
- No taxi cabs, government cars, or other marked vehicles
- No salvaged or rebuilt vehicles
- ABS, passenger and driver airbags safety features fitted
The only vehicle makes allowed on the Uber Black product are;
- BMW
- Audi
- Mercedes Benz
- Lexus
- Jaguar
- BYD
UberGo
Uber Go is designed to help driver-partners by boosting rider demand. Hatchback or sedan vehicles will be accepted. We believe that these types of vehicles make it more affordable than ever to access and operate on the Uber app.
Additional requirements
- Accepted vehicles:
- 5-door hatchbacks or sedan - 12 years old or newer. (i.e in 2026, the oldest eligible vehicles are from 2014).
- Seat maximum 2 passengers in addition to the driver
- Working windows and air conditioning
- No full-sized vans or trucks
- No taxi cabs, government cars, or other marked vehicles
- No salvaged or rebuilt vehicles
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