Uber can be an incredibly useful way of getting around a large town or city, as it provides taxis in next-to-no time at all and – in many cases – for less than local taxi companies.
With that in mind, it’s best that Uber drivers have a car that is spacious and comfortable for the passenger, but also not too taxing for the driver to use.
We list five models that could work excellently for an Uber driver..
Audi A4
Audi’s compact executive saloon is one that is a great car to drive in most normal circumstances, but for taxi drivers, it could be an option worth thinking about. With good amounts of space in the rear for passengers, Audis are also well-known for being nice to drive and the A4 comes with a range of efficient engines that are punchy too. With multiple comfort options available to ensure passengers are well-catered for, the A4 will get you from A to B with no hassle at all.
BMW 2 Series Active Tourer
MPVs have always been a great choice for taxi drivers, and the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer is one that is a bit more premium than the rest. Available in a seven-seat guise with the Gran Tourer and a petrol-hybrid plug-in with the iPerformance model, you have choice when it comes to the Active Tourer line-up – with the standard model coming with five seats. With a smooth drive, frugal engines and a high quality finish, this will offer users and drivers a comfortable ride, with those behind the wheel benefitting from useful tech as well.
Ford Galaxy
With space for up to six passengers, the Galaxy is a useful option as either a standard Uber X or a larger XL. As Ford has recently given the MPV an update, it might be the right time to look into buying one as a taxi driver. Available with all-wheel drive and efficient engines to please the driver, users will find plenty of space in the rear to sit in comfort for their journeys, with five seats on offer across the back two rows.
Skoda Octavia
Here is the first of two Skodas that really are excellent taxi cars. The Octavia is smaller than the Superb, but still offers a large amount of passenger and load space – in either hatch or estate form. Skodas are well-known for being comfortable cruiser with simple yet effective features, and the Octavia performs both of those tasks excellently. With mid-spec models available with a leather interior and plenty of tech for the driver, the Octavia is a great option – especially when you consider the great engine offering as well.
Skoda Superb
The Superb is almost the perfect taxi. Well-specced, excellently sized and with great power units under the bonnet to boot, Skoda’s largest hatchback impresses everywhere. It may not be the most attractive model around, but with huge amounts of legroom and boot space, Skoda made this car to be as practical as possible. In estate guise, it feels even bigger and customers will find that it can be perfectly accommodating wherever they need to go.
