How to upgrade DiDi Express to a private car: Analysis of hot topics on the Internet and operation guide
Recently, the service upgrade of Didi Chuxing platform has become a hot topic, especially the issue of "How to upgrade Didi Express's private cars" has attracted much attention from users. This article will combine the hot content of the entire network in the past 10 days to provide you with a detailed analysis of the upgrade conditions, processes and precautions, and provide structured data comparison.
1. The core difference between Didi Express and private cars

| Contrast Dimensions | express service | Private car service |
|---|---|---|
| vehicle standards | Ordinary model (5 seats) | Mid- to high-end models (some offer luxury cars) |
| driver request | More than 1 year of driving experience | More than 3 years of driving experience + professional training |
| service fee | Basic pricing | Premium 30%-50% |
| Additional services | Basic services | Free drinking water, charging and other value-added services |
2. Necessary conditions for upgrading a special car
According to Didi’s latest policy (updated in September 2023), drivers need to meet the following conditions:
| Review items | Specific requirements |
|---|---|
| Vehicle age | ≤5 years (some cities require ≤3 years) |
| vehicle wheelbase | ≥2700mm |
| Historical orders | Express order volume ≥ 500 orders and positive review rate ≥ 95% |
| Violation record | No serious complaints in the past six months |
3. Specific upgrade operation process
1.APP application portal: Open the Didi car owner terminal → My → Service upgrade → Private car application
2.Information submission checklist:
| ① | Vehicle registration certificate HD photo |
| ② | Compulsory traffic insurance policy |
| ③ | Actual photo of vehicle at 45 degree angle |
| ④ | Driver professional qualification certificate (some cities) |
3.Review cycle: Generally 3-7 working days, may extend to 10 days in popular cities
4. Answers to recent hot questions
According to Didi customer service big data, the TOP3 issues that users are most concerned about in the past 10 days are:
| question | Official reply |
|---|---|
| Can oil trucks be upgraded to special vehicles? | From 2023, only new energy vehicles (15 cities including Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou and Shenzhen) |
| Change in income after upgrade | Average hourly wages increase by 40%-60% (including service fee bonus) |
| Cross-city order processing | Private cars need to apply separately for cross-city service qualifications |
5. Things to note
1.cost accounting: Private cars need to bear higher vehicle maintenance costs (it is recommended that the average monthly turnover ≥ 15,000 before upgrading)
2.Service assessment: Private car drivers need to maintain:
• Order acceptance rate ≥90%
• Cancellation rate ≤3%
• Service score ≥98 points
3.Equipment requirements: Uniformly equipped with white seat covers, car chargers, and tissue boxes (spot inspection on the platform)
6. Real user feedback
| User type | Review content | Proportion |
|---|---|---|
| Driver upgraded | Order quality has improved significantly, but assessment pressure has increased | 68% |
| Unqualified driver | Vehicle age is the main limiting factor | 22% |
| Passenger side review | The satisfaction level of private car service reaches 4.8 stars (on a 5-star scale) | 89% |
Summary: Didi Express’s upgrade to a private car requires a comprehensive assessment of vehicle conditions, service capabilities, and cost benefits. It is recommended that drivers estimate income changes through the "simulation calculation" function of the APP before applying, and pay attention to the platform's access policy adjustments updated on the 15th of every month.
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