Ride-hailing giant Uber has broadened its logistics footprint in India by launching ‘Courier XL,’ an extension of its same-day courier service aimed at transporting larger packages. While the platform previously supported deliveries via two-wheelers for packages up to 5 kg, the new service allows users to send parcels weighing up to 750 kg through three- or four-wheeler vehicles.
As per details on Uber’s app, three-wheelers like the Bajaj Maxima can now be used to ship packages up to 500 kg, while heavier consignments between 500 kg and 750 kg will be handled via four-wheelers such as the Tata Ace. The expanded service remains limited to intra-city deliveries.
After a successful pilot in Bengaluru, Courier XL has now rolled out to other metro cities, including Delhi, placing Uber in direct competition with logistics players like Porter, which already operate similar fleets for local deliveries.
An industry analyst noted, “The surge in e-commerce and intra-city logistics demand makes this space ripe for disruption. With its scale and infrastructure, Uber may soon eye intercity delivery operations.”
Uber’s foray into logistics isn’t new. It previously introduced a ‘Shop Pick-Up’ feature allowing users to get items purchased from a store delivered via two wheelers.
The company has also been innovating across other verticals. In response to increasing competition from regional players like Rapido and Namma Yatri, Uber launched a zero-commission SaaS model for auto drivers across India. While Uber continues to dominate the cab-hailing segment with around 50% market share, it trails in the two- and three-wheeler categories.
Since its India launch a decade ago, Uber has completed over 3 billion rides, averaging nearly 800,000 trips per day. However, the competition is heating up. In March, the Indian government introduced Sahkar Taxi, a commission-free, cooperative-based ride-hailing platform set to challenge Uber and Ola with similar scale and services.
As logistics and mobility continue to converge, Uber’s strategic push into courier services could open up new revenue streams—especially as the race for lastmile delivery dominance intensifies.
