Open with the growing relevance of EVs in rideshare services, Uber’s “Comfort Electric” offering, and its alignment with their zero-emission goals by 2030. Tease the upcoming list of premium, eligible electric vehicles.
Explain that Uber Comfort Electric is a premium, zero-emission rideshare tier that combines the added space and comfort of Uber Comfort with fully electric vehicles only Uber.
Highlight that it’s available in nearly 40 U.S. cities, including NYC, Los Angeles, Chicago, San Francisco, Seattle and more
Uber Eligibility Criteria (2025)
Vehicle Requirements:
Must be a fully battery-electric vehicle (no hybrids allowed).
Model year should be no older than 7 or 8 years, depending on the market.
Must be listed among Uber’s specific eligible models for Comfort Electric.
Driver Requirements:
Uber driver must maintain a minimum rating of 4.85 and have completed at least 100 trips
Phase-Out Transition:
Older models recently removed from Comfort/Comfort Electric categories may retain eligibility if previously used pre-November 9, 2024, but typically only until October 9, 2025.
Notable Eligible EV Car Models on Uber
Uber explicitly lists and accepts certain premium electric models for Comfort Electric—including:
Tesla Model S, 3, X, Y
Polestar 2
Ford Mustang Mach-E
Audi e-Tron
Porsche Taycan
Hyundai Ioniq (various generations)
Also commonly eligible (not always listed but widely supported):
Tesla Model 3, noted as popular due to ride-share–friendly upgrades (long range, rear comfort features).
Hyundai Ioniq 6 (2025) — a long-range EV that Uber Green and Comfort drivers increasingly prefer.
Chevrolet Bolt EUV (2025 Final Edition) — affordable entry into EV rideshare with sufficient comfort
Incentives & Support for Uber EV Drivers
Uber offers a Zero Emissions incentive, giving drivers $100–$250 bonus per 30-day period for completing ≥200 eligible EV trips; bonus varies by city (e.g., NYC $100, many cities $210).
Hertz Partnership: Access to rental of nearly 50,000 Tesla Model 3s, with a $40 ride credit to start.
Additional perks include EV charging discounts via partners like EVgo
Uber Recent Policy Updates (2025)
Uber Green has fully transitioned to EV-only as of April 9, 2025; hybrids are no longer accepted.
Uber frequently revises eligible models for Comfort and Comfort Electric. Popular models like Hyundai Kona Electric, Kia Niro, Tesla Model 3, and Polestar 2 have been phased out—though legacy eligibility may remain through October 2025 for prior usage.
Drivers report that Uber sometimes removes Comfort designation for certain vehicles—like a Houston driver’s Camry—even temporarily.
Some EVs, such as the Bolt EUV, have also seen inconsistent Comfort Electric eligibility, though this often corrects after a brief app glitch.
Electric Cars Eligible for Uber Comfort in 2025 or Eligible EV Car Models in US (2025)
Vehicle Model
Notes
Tesla Model S, 3, X, Y
Uber-listed for Comfort Electric
Polestar 2
Uber-listed premium EV
Ford Mustang Mach-E
Uber-listed option
Audi e-Tron
Uber-listed luxury EV
Porsche Taycan
Uber-listed high-end EV
Hyundai Ioniq (various)
Increasingly preferred by Green/Comfort drivers
Hyundai Ioniq 6 (2025)
Long range, ideal for ride-share
Chevrolet Bolt EUV (2025)
Affordable choice with decent comfort
Tips for Uber Drivers
To qualify for Uber Comfort Electric in 2025, ensure your vehicle is fully electric, under 7–8 years old, and one of Uber’s listed eligible models.
Maintain ≥4.85 rating and ≥100 trips completed.
Take advantage of incentives and rental programs to ease transition (e.g., Hertz Tesla rentals).
Stay updated—Uber frequently adjusts model eligibility; check your app or driver dashboard regularly.
Planning to purchase? Lean toward widely accepted models like Tesla Model 3, Polestar 2, or Mustang Mach-E, which offer both comfort and strong rideshare compatibility.