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These are the 5 best cars for anyone who wants to work as an Uber driver

Written by Alisson Ficher
Published 11/03/2025 às 22:48

Looking for an economical and profitable car to drive for Uber? We've listed the 5 best models for app drivers in 2025! A Chevrolet costs less than R$65 and can increase your earnings. See which vehicles are the most efficient and make the right choice to earn more!

Having a car in the garage goes far beyond convenience and comfort.

For many Brazilians, the car is the main work tool, especially for those who work as app drivers such as Uber and 99.

Choosing the right vehicle can make all the difference in your daily earnings, balancing fuel economy, affordable maintenance and passenger comfort.

Thinking about that, App drivers need models that combine efficiency and low operating costs.

Furthermore, it is not always feasible to purchase a brand new car to drive, which makes pre-owned and used models interesting alternatives.

With this in mind, the News Motor portal carried out a survey of 5 Best Used Cars for Uber in 2025, highlighting vehicles that combine low consumption, comfort and affordable prices.

Among the options, a Volkswagen can be found in the range R $ 60 thousand, becoming one of the favorites in the category.

Hyundai HB20S – a compact and efficient sedan

O Hyundai HB20S It is a favorite among app drivers due to its balance between consumption and comfort.

Equipped with a 1.0 flex engine and automatic transmission, it offers good performance and excellent economy.

  • Consumption with gasoline: 13 km/l in the city and 16 km/l on the highway.
  • Consumption with ethanol: 9 km/l in the city and 11,2 km/l on the highway.
  • Average price: £ 91.803.

The interior space and generous trunk guarantee more comfort for passengers, making it an excellent option for those who want to travel with peace of mind and efficiency.

Volkswagen Polo – fuel economy as a differentiator

O Volkswagen Polo It is widely recognized for its efficient consumption, which makes it one of the most sought-after options by app drivers.

  • Consumption with gasoline: 13,7 km/l in the city and 16,1 km/l on the highway.
  • Consumption with ethanol: 9,5 km/l in the city and 11,3 km/l on the highway.
  • Average price: £ 96.490.

The Polo also stands out for its robust mechanical assembly and relatively affordable maintenance, which contributes to lower operating costs over time.

Fiat Cronos – space and comfort for everyday life

For those looking for a spacious and economical sedan, the Fiat chronos presents itself as an excellent choice.
Equipped with an engine 1.0 flex and manual transmission, it delivers a good balance between performance and consumption.

  • Consumption with gasoline: 13,5 km/l in the city and 16,6 km/l on the highway.
  • Consumption with ethanol: 9,6 km/l in the city and 11,4 km/l on the highway.
  • Average price: £ 98.990.

The Cronos stands out for its comfort and smooth handling, essential factors for those who spend hours behind the wheel.

Chevrolet Onix – a driver’s favorite

O Chevrolet onix It has established itself as one of the most popular cars in Brazil and is widely used by app drivers.

The model offers excellent value for money and low fuel consumption.

  • Consumption with gasoline: 13,8 km/l in the city and 16,9 km/l on the highway.
  • Consumption with ethanol: 9,6 km/l in the city and 11,9 km/l on the highway.
  • Average price: from R$64.890.

Furthermore, the Onix has easy resale, which is an important factor for those who want to change cars in the future without losing a lot of money.

Chevrolet Onix Plus – efficiency and extra space

The sedan version of the Onix, the Chevrolet Onix Plus, is also among the most economical models in the category.

It matches low fuel consumption with a spacious trunk, ideal for drivers transporting passengers with luggage.

  • Consumption with gasoline: 13,9 km/l in the city and 17,4 km/l on the highway.
  • Consumption with ethanol: 9,7 km/l in the city and 12,4 km/l on the highway.
  • Average price: R$105.490.

In addition to efficient consumption, the Onix Plus offers great drivability, making it one of the most recommended models for those who spend long periods in traffic.

Choosing the ideal car to work as app driver wraps more than just the purchase price.

Factors such as fuel consumption, comfort, maintenance and resale value are essential to ensure a profitable and sustainable operation.

In the list presented, we highlight five options that are advantageous for drivers. Uber and other apps, combining economy, comfort and reliability.

With values ​​starting from R $ 60 thousand, these models meet the needs of those looking for an efficient car to maximize profits on a daily basis.

If you are thinking about working as a ride-sharing driver or want to change vehicles, these suggestions can help you make your choice, ensuring greater profitability and lower operating costs.

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Márcio
Márcio
12/03/2025 12:32

You buy an Onix Plus and then get screwed with that oil-bathed belt and 3-cylinder monitoring. 120.000 on the App and guaranteed engine change, as there is no grinding most of the time, okay you will say that this happens due to lack of proper maintenance, ok, but drivers will buy used cars most of the time to work and what are the chances of getting into a **** with a car like that.

Pedro
Pedro
In reply to  Márcio
13/03/2025 14:01

I'm an app driver, I have an Onix plus and I don't regret it, the problem is that most Brazilians don't do the correct maintenance and especially at the dealership, there is a 1-year warranty if it's the right thing to do, it will always work.

Marcelo
Marcelo
In reply to  Márcio
13/03/2025 19:49

Really true bro, this car is the biggest **** 🚗

Eduardo gomes
Eduardo gomes
14/03/2025 09:34

I forgot to mention the Renault Kwid, which is more economical than all of them.

Max
Max
14/03/2025 10:58

Onyx, ok... You will drive an average of 10M km per month. At the dealership, they do a lot of checks on the vehicle to see what needs to be done without knowing if it was done... not to mention the ABSURD price of the review... not to mention that you have to change cars every year, that is if there is no plan beforehand.

Vitor
Vitor
In reply to  Max
16/03/2025 19:46

Running 10 thousand km in the month is working wrong. Ford ka 3 cc mine 240 thousand miles maintenance following manual and specific oil, changed oil bathed belt 40 thousand km ago as a precaution if than recommended and with 240 thousand km

Alisson Ficher

Journalist graduated in 2017 and working in the field since 2015, with six years of experience in print magazines, stints on broadcast TV channels and over 12 online publications. Specialist in politics, jobs, economics, courses, among other topics. Professional registration: 0087134/SP. If you have any questions, want to report an error or suggest a topic on the topics covered on the site, please contact us by email: alisson.hficher@outlook.com. We do not accept resumes!

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