Calculate Your Road Tax
Annual Road Tax (Year 2+)
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£195
Standard Rate
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Expensive Car Supplement
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First Year Rate
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Monthly (DD, +5%)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is road tax in 2026/27? ▼
The standard annual rate is £195 for most cars registered from April 2017 (including EVs from April 2025). The expensive car supplement adds £425/year for cars over £40,000 for years 2–6. First-year rates for new registrations range from £10 (zero-emission) to £2,745 for 255g/km+ vehicles.
Do electric cars pay road tax? ▼
From 1 April 2025, new electric cars pay the standard rate of £195/year. EVs registered between April 2017 and March 2025 paid £10/year for the 2025/26 tax year, then moved to standard rates. Pure EVs registered before April 2017 remain exempt.
What is the expensive car supplement? ▼
Cars with a list price over £40,000 (including options) pay an extra £425/year for years 2 to 6. After year 6, the supplement drops off and you pay only the standard rate. This applies to all fuel types, including electric.
Is there a 5% surcharge for paying monthly? ▼
Yes — paying VED by monthly direct debit costs 5% more than paying annually upfront. On a £195 annual rate, that's £10 extra per year. It's a modest amount for the cash-flow convenience of spreading payments.