What is the favorite electric car of rideshare drivers?
- Published on 21/11/2025 11:44
Uber Green becomes Uber Electric, confirming the massive adoption of electric vehicles by ride-hailing drivers.
Electric mobility is gaining traction among ride-hailing drivers. To mark the transition from Uber Green to Uber Electric, the platform has published a ranking of the most used electric vehicles by its drivers, providing a concrete insight into the evolution of fleet habits.
In some cities like Marseille and Nantes, the share of electric vehicles on Uber now reaches 40%. According to the platform, 82% of drivers who have switched to electric report a decrease in their operational costs, which is a key factor in the choice of this powertrain. Besides the economic aspect, drivers also mention the comfort and ease of driving electric vehicles.
This transition contrasts with the situation before the launch of Uber’s electric mobility plan. At that time, 85% of vehicles were diesel, with a strong presence of models like the Peugeot 508 and the Volkswagen Passat. Since then, the adoption of electric models has been steadily increasing.
The most used electric vehicles on Uber in 2025
- Tesla Model Y
- Tesla Model X
- BYD Seal
- Toyota bZ4X
- Kia Niro / e-Niro
The ranking highlights the rise of the BYD Seal, which directly enters the Top 5 despite being absent in 2024, while Tesla maintains a significant position in the fleet.
New electric models registered on Uber
- Tesla Model Y (-6%)
- Tesla Model 3 (-6%)
- Toyota bZ4X (+6%)
- BYD Seal (+9%)
- Kia Niro / e-Niro (-1%)
These figures show growth trends for certain recent models, particularly the BYD Seal and the Toyota bZ4X, while others, like Teslas, show slight decreases in new registrations. It’s also worth noting the presence of the Mercedes EQV, in sixth place, which remains the most used electric van by drivers.
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All of this data illustrates a progressive but marked adoption of electric vehicles in the ride-hailing sector, which seems to continue with a diversification of the models and brands available.
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This page is translated from the original post "Quelle est la voiture électrique préférée des VTC ?" in French.
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