Did you know that there are 7+ ride types on the Uber app? Each ride type has a different rider capacity, a different cost, and a different purpose.
The most common ride types in most cities are UberX, XL, Comfort, Premier, and Black.
X is the standard ride for 4 riders, Comfort gives you more legroom, XL is for 6, Premier & Black are a luxury rides.
Read on to learn what each service is, how much they cost, and how to choose the right service for your needs.
The differences between Uber X, XL, XXL, Comfort, Share, Black, Premier, and Electric
- UberX seats 4 passengers. UberX cars are typically sedans such as Toyota Prius, Honda Accord
- UberXL seats 6 passengers in an SUV or minivan
- UberXXL seats 6 passengers with room for extra luggage. For airport trips only
- Uber Comfort is a ride in a newer, larger vehicle with more legroom than the standard Uber X
- Uber Share is a shared ride with another Uber user
- Uber Black and Black SUV are luxury rides with professional, commercially-registered vehicles. The most expensive Uber service
- Uber Premier and Premier SUV are luxury rides similar to Uber Black
- Uber Electric is a ride in an electric vehicle. Includes a $1 fee
Get more detailed info about each ride type!
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How to choose between Uber ride types
Enter your destination in the Uber app to see the which Uber ride types are available. Scroll through the ride types to see a price estimate for each service.
Change your ride type by tapping the name of a ride type.
Enter your destination, then scroll to choose a service
After you tap a different ride type, the button at the bottom of the screen will change to “Confirm *name of service*.” If the button says “Confirm UberXL,” you can be sure that you’re getting an XL.
Not all services listed on this page are available in every city. For example, some cities only offer UberX, while larger cities like Los Angeles offer 10+ services.
How much does Uber cost?
It’s easy to find out how much your ride will cost before you request it. Uber automatically shows you how much your ride will cost when you enter your destination.
The price of an Uber ride is determined by the ride type, the distance, the time, market demand, and other fees such as tolls or airport surcharges.
The cost does not depend on the number of passengers. The cost of your ride will not increase if you have more than one passenger, but it will increase if you select a premium ride type like UberXL, Comfort, or Premier.
More about Uber prices
- How to get an Uber fare estimate, and more about Uber prices
- Uber to add and change your payment options on Uber
- Fees on Uber: Booking fees, cancellation fees, and more
The price difference between ride types: More space or more luxury costs more money!
The price of your ride will change depending on the ride type you choose. Expect to pay more if you need room for more passengers or want a more luxurious ride.
Ride type prices, from least expensive to most expensive:
- Uber Share
- Uber X
- Uber Comfort
- Uber XL
- Uber Black
- Uber SUV
Learn more about each ride type
Find more detailed descriptions of each Uber service in the section below.
All of the Uber ride types in Los Angeles
UberX seats 4 passengers
UberX is the standard Uber service that seats up to 4 passengers. Only UberX Share is cheaper than UberX, so it’s a good option if you’re trying to get an affordable ride.
In most cities, UberX cars must be 15 years old or newer and pass a vehicle inspection that looks at basic safety features like brakes, tires, and overall condition.
UberX cars are typically sedans like the Honda Accord, Toyota Prius, Toyota Camry, Mazda3, Ford Escape, Ford Fusion, etc.
UberX Priority: Get a faster pickup
In some cities, you may see “UberX Priority” listed beneath UberX. UberX Priority gives you a faster pickup and lower wait times by giving your ride request priority over other customers.
UberX Priority adds a surcharge of around $5, so you must pay extra for the convenience.
UberX Priority: Pay a surcharge for a faster pickup
Wait & Save: Get a cheaper ride by waiting longer
If you’re not in a rush, you can save on the cost of your ride by choosing Wait & Save. Your ride won’t come as soon as other ride types, but you’ll save around 10% on the ride.
UberXL seats 6 passengers in an SUV or minivan
UberXL is for larger groups up to 6 passengers in an SUV or minivan. It’s a great option for airport trips or any trip requiring extra space for luggage or other items.
Typical UberXL vehicles are minivans and SUVs like Honda Pilot, Dodge Caravan, GMC Acadia, etc. Uber XL is the right option for a group that wants the most affordable ride for 5 or more passengers.
UberXXL: Airport rides with room for extra luggage and 6 passengers
UberXXL is like UberXL but offers even more space for luggage and passengers. With XXL, you’ll be matched with a minivan or full-size SUV that offers additional space for passengers and luggage.
Currently, you can only request an XXL for rides going to or from the airport.
UberXXL offers the most space
XL vs XXL
An XXL ride has more space than an XL, but an XXL ride will cost around 15% more than an XL. The XL ride type includes midsize SUVs, full-size SUVs, and minivans, while the XXL includes only full-size SUVs and minivans.
XXL rides are only available for rides to and from the airport.
Uber Comfort: Larger, newer vehicles with more legroom
Uber Comfort vehicles have more headroom and legroom than the standard UberX vehicle.
Comfort is a good choice when you need more room for yourself and your luggage, but you don’t need a minivan or SUV.
To qualify for Uber Comfort, full-size sedans and SUVs must exceed the minimum legroom standards. Vehicles must also be newer models, typically 5 years old or newer.
As the name suggests, Uber Comfort Electric is a Comfort ride in an electric vehicle. Comfort Electric is around 20% more expensive than a regular Comfort ride.
Uber Share: Share your ride with another passenger and get a discount
Uber Share is a shared ride with another passenger that offers a discount on your ride. You will only be matched with other riders headed in a similar direction as you, but be warned that you may not be dropped off first.
Uber first offers a small upfront discount when you choose UberX Share, and you get an additional 20% off if another rider joins your trip.
Each rider group is limited to 1 person, so you and other riders can’t bring a friend along.
UberX Share offers 20% off if you get matched with another rider
Uber Premier and Premier SUV: Luxury ride, replaces Uber Black in some cities
Uber Premier offers rides in a luxury vehicle or SUV. Some cities have Uber Black as their luxury ride type, while others have Uber Premier.
Premier vehicles must be 6 years old or newer, and drivers must maintain a high passenger rating.
Uber Premier and Premier SUV only accept luxury vehicle brands such as Audi, BMW, Cadillac, Chevrolet Suburban, Lexus, Lincoln, Mercedes, Tesla, & Volvo.
Uber Black and Black SUV: Luxury vehicles, commercial drivers
Uber Black is a luxury service with the highest vehicle and driver standards. It is the most expensive ride type on Uber.
All drivers for Uber Black must meet state and local livery regulations and only late-model, high-end luxury sedans or SUVs qualify.
Uber Black also offers longer wait times, premium customer support, and ride preference options to let your driver know how you want your ride.
In some markets, there are two levels within the Black service: Black and SUV. Black is a luxury sedan that seats four, and if available, Black SUV is a luxury SUV that seats 5 or more.
Uber Black and SUV are expensive! But you’ll get a nicer vehicle and a professional experience
Uber Platinum and Platinum SUV: Book a private chauffeur
Some cities feature an even higher level of service than Uber Black: Uber Platinum. Uber Platinum is a private chauffeur in the highest-tier of vehicle. Expect the most professional service, but at the highest price.
Get a private chauffeur with Platinum
Uber Electric: A ride in an vehicle
Uber Electric guarantees that your trip will be in an electric vehicle. Think of Uber Electric as UberX but with an electric car.
Uber Pet: A pet-friendly ride
Uber Pet matches you with a pet-friendly driver for only a few dollars more than an UberX. Drivers have to opt into Uber Pet, so you can be confident that your driver will be happy accommodate your dog or other small animal.
Note that Uber drivers are not required to accommodate pets in their vehicles for other ride types unless the animal is a service animal.
Other Uber services: Car Seat, Assist, WAV, Teen, and More
Other Uber ride types are only available in select markets, such as Car Seat, Connect, WAV, Assist, Share, Teen, and more.
- WAV: Wheelchair-accessible vehicles
- Assist: Get special assistance from certified drivers.
- Teen: Special teen profiles that allow unaccompanied minors to request a ride
Read more
- About WAV, Assist, Share, and other uncommon ride types
- Uber for teens
- Uber Connect: Send or receive packages with Uber
Uber Reserve: Schedule a ride in advance
A scheduling feature in the Uber app allows you to book a ride with a driver up to 30 days in advance.
To schedule a ride, tap the clock icon next to “Where To?” in the search bar. Next, pick the date, time, and pickup & drop-off location.
How to add multiple stops to your trip
You may want to make more than one stop during your Uber trip to pick up or drop off another person.
To add stops to your trip, enter your destination into the “Where to?” search bar, and on the following screen, click the plus sign (+) next to the destination you entered, then enter your second stop.
For more instructions on adding multiple stops to your Uber trip, read this post:
What type of Uber is best for trips to the airport?
It’s not always obvious what type of Uber you should get when you go to the airport because you may be traveling with a group of people and bulky luggage.
Generally speaking, an UberX will work well if you have 2 people and a typical amount of luggage. But an UberXL is better if you have more than 2 people or lots of luggage.
How to save on Uber rides
All new Uber users can use a promo code to get a discount on your first ride. Promo code ‘cws7s2‘ (USA only) works for all new users!
Uber also has a monthly membership called Uber One that offers discounts on rides and Uber Eats deliveries.
If you’re looking for a discounted ride, check out all the available strategies here: How to get a discount on Uber as an existing user.
Wong says
Hi I have several questions:
1. Five of us will be traveling with 5 pieces of luggage total. Which Uber should we request?
2. Five of us will be traveling with 6 pieces of luggage total. Which Uber should we request?
3. Two of us will be traveling with 2 pieces of luggage total. Which Uber should we request?
4. Two of us will be traveling with 3 pieces of luggage total. Which Uber should we request?
5. Is the promo code still valid in September 2015?
Thanks a lot
DougH says
Two people with two or three pieces of luggage – UberX
Five people with 5 pieces or more of luggage – Two UberX or even two UberXL
Michele says
Concerning which car to request when there is a lot of luggage and 5 people, I have an F150 and it seats six and the bed of the truck will hold lots of luggage. A pick up truck.
DougH says
Hi Michele. With five people and lots of luggage, you should either get 2 Uber X’s or even 2 Uber XL’s. You can’t specify which exact car (pickup, minivan, etc) you want, so you’ll want to over order for your group. I wrote a post about using Uber for airports that has more detail.
Steve says
New to Uber but love the convenience!
I own a 2012 Ford F150 King Ranch edition and was wondering if this would be accepted by Uber and if others would love getting picked up in a really nice truck with weatherproof bed cover for their items?
Thanks in advance for all of the replies!
john says
Hi,
I have a Ford Explorer 2015, and it is an UBER XL category car. But i have been paid at the rate of UBER X. i know from the comments people saying that i can be both X and XL.
But my car doesn’t know this and it is giving the mileage of an SUV not a sedan, so my gas charges can’t be same as an X.
Is there any way that i can only accept XL riders only, or know before time that the person has requested an UBER X or UBER XL ?
Or can i tell UBER that i only want to be called for as a XL driver not X.
DougH says
You can email uber and tell them you want to accept XL rides only. Chances are you’ll get fewer requests.
Phil Muller says
It’s too bad that the driver cannot set this in the app every time he goes online. Same with number of passengers he can take. I mean, let’s face it, in my case, I have a seven passenger van, but that doesn’t always mean that all the seats are empty. Sometimes I have my kids with me but I can still pick up riders, and therefore I don’t always have six empty seats. There should be a setting in the app on a per use basis.
DougH says
Careful! You can’t drive passengers while you have other people in your car, even your kids. You’ll be deactivated if a passenger complains to Uber support.
Janice says
Four of us will be traveling with two pieces of luggage each. Which Uber should we request?
DougH says
XL. One in the front, three in the second row, and the luggage in the third row and trunk.
Cassie says
I don’t believe that UberXL seats “at least 6 passengers.” Based on the Uber press releases, it sounds like UberXL only seats “up to 6 passengers.” I had 6 people, asked for an UberXL, but got a Lincoln MKT that only held 5 passengers. I think you should change the description of UberXL on this page.
DougH says
That’s unusual. This Uber support page XL must fit 6 passengers, not including the driver. I’ve never heard of a car that can seat 5 passengers but not six. Was there a single ‘jump’ seat behind the second row?
UtaHeel says
My vehicle has two bucket style seats in front and a bench in back for three equals five not six
JO says
Twice now we have requested a car and the driver has called us to see where we are going and because they don’t feel like it is a large enough fair, they cancel after we have been waiting! Please don’t answer your phone when they call you…they are not allowed to know where you are going until they show up at your door. We have been very disappointed with Uber lately!
RDL. says
This is incorrect. As a drive we are allowed to know where we will be taking a passanger. As a woman, I want to know ahead of time where I’m taking a passanger/s. I live in Dallas, Texas and there are certain areas I will not drive to because I do not feel safe in those neighborhoods. Also we take a big risk with our personal vehicles. I will also not drive a passage for 3 hrs to a destination then have to drive 3hrs back home for free. So yes we are allowed to know. If you are using uber you should know your destination, and plug it in so we don’t have to call and ask you. ? hope this helps you from having uber drivers cancel on you.
Grace says
I agree. I feel like we should know once we accept the job where were going for our safety. I just started today and as a female there is a level of anxiety not knowing where your driving a stranger.
Cody says
Well, no. Drivers are not allowed to cherry pick their rides. I know YOU would love to only take the “good” rides, but that screws over all the other drivers. If you are not willing to drive, then don’t, it’s very simple. As to the complaint about driving for 3 hours, to drive 3 hours for free, do the math and you will find that 6 hours is more profitable than short in town rides. Get on the freeway and cruise at 70 for 3 hours? You just made about $210, or 35$ an hour, with freeway mileage. Get over it.
Kiki says
I agree with Cody on this one. While safety is important, most of us also know that a driving job like this can be dangerous. That doesn’t make it ok to cancel on people because they are not going far enough. I missed a very critical meeting at work because my driver cancelled and the next Uber didn’t come for, 15 mins. I live 7 mins from work driving and 45 mins walking, crazy right? The Uber driver dropped me off at work 10 mins later than I should have been. My point? – had the first driver showed up, I would Have been on time with time to spare. I LOST MY JOB!
Joelle Nelson says
Any suggestion for using Uber for moving a matress
Marvin says
As an uber xl driver I have helped a guy move a cabinet and a mattress and box spring once he said it would be cheaper than to rent a uhaul to move it but he had all the straps and rope himself and he was moving it only a couple blocks from his pick up. He also gave me and extra 5 bucks cash which was cool.
Grace says
Thats awesome customer service right there! What a great customer experience! High five!