{"id":52864,"date":"2025-10-10T23:49:56","date_gmt":"2025-10-10T15:49:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bjak.my\/blog\/?p=52864"},"modified":"2025-10-10T23:49:58","modified_gmt":"2025-10-10T15:49:58","slug":"car-roadtax-so-expensive-heres-what-most-drivers-dont-know","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bjak.my\/blog\/roadtax-en\/car-roadtax-so-expensive-heres-what-most-drivers-dont-know","title":{"rendered":"Car Roadtax So Expensive? Here\u2019s What Most Drivers Don\u2019t Know"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_50 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Contents =<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\" role=\"button\"><label for=\"item-6a09a2f273d07\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><span style=\"display: flex;align-items: center;width: 35px;height: 30px;justify-content: center;direction:ltr;\"><svg style=\"fill: #999999;color:#999999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999999;color:#999999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/label><input  type=\"checkbox\" id=\"item-6a09a2f273d07\"><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/bjak.my\/blog\/roadtax-en\/car-roadtax-so-expensive-heres-what-most-drivers-dont-know\/#Introduction\" title=\"Introduction\">Introduction<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/bjak.my\/blog\/roadtax-en\/car-roadtax-so-expensive-heres-what-most-drivers-dont-know\/#1_Engine_Capacity_cc\" title=\"1. Engine Capacity (cc)\">1. Engine Capacity (cc)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/bjak.my\/blog\/roadtax-en\/car-roadtax-so-expensive-heres-what-most-drivers-dont-know\/#2_Registration_Location_Peninsular_vs_East_Malaysia\" title=\"2. Registration Location (Peninsular vs East Malaysia)\">2. Registration Location (Peninsular vs East Malaysia)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/bjak.my\/blog\/roadtax-en\/car-roadtax-so-expensive-heres-what-most-drivers-dont-know\/#3_Vehicle_Type\" title=\"3. Vehicle Type\">3. Vehicle Type<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/bjak.my\/blog\/roadtax-en\/car-roadtax-so-expensive-heres-what-most-drivers-dont-know\/#4_Vehicle_Age_and_Condition\" title=\"4. Vehicle Age and Condition\">4. Vehicle Age and Condition<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/bjak.my\/blog\/roadtax-en\/car-roadtax-so-expensive-heres-what-most-drivers-dont-know\/#5_Ownership_Vehicle_Transfer\" title=\"5. Ownership &amp; Vehicle Transfer\">5. Ownership &amp; Vehicle Transfer<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/bjak.my\/blog\/roadtax-en\/car-roadtax-so-expensive-heres-what-most-drivers-dont-know\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Introduction\"><\/span><strong>Introduction<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Ever wondered why your roadtax is higher than your friend\u2019s, even though both cars look about the same? Many Malaysian drivers don\u2019t realise that roadtax isn\u2019t a fixed amount. It\u2019s calculated based on a few main factors \u2014 and some of them can really make a difference to your total cost.<br>Let\u2019s break down why your roadtax might be more expensive than expected, and what you can check before renewal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-attachment-id=\"52929\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/bjak.my\/blog\/roadtax-en\/car-roadtax-so-expensive-heres-what-most-drivers-dont-know\/attachment\/4-47-3\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/bjak.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/4-47.jpg?fit=1708%2C1080&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1708,1080\" data-comments-opened=\"0\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"4-47\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/bjak.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/4-47.jpg?fit=300%2C190&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/bjak.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/4-47.jpg?fit=1080%2C683&amp;ssl=1\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1080\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/bjak.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/4-47.jpg?resize=1080%2C683&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\" Infographic showing five main factors that affect car roadtax cost in Malaysia \u2014 engine size, location, vehicle type, vehicle age, and ownership.\n\" class=\"wp-image-52929\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/bjak.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/4-47.jpg?resize=1080%2C683&amp;ssl=1 1080w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/bjak.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/4-47.jpg?resize=300%2C190&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/bjak.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/4-47.jpg?resize=768%2C486&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/bjak.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/4-47.jpg?resize=1536%2C971&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/bjak.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/4-47.jpg?w=1708&amp;ssl=1 1708w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Engine_Capacity_cc\"><\/span><strong>1. Engine Capacity (cc)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The bigger your car\u2019s engine, the higher the roadtax. JPJ uses a tiered rate system \u2014 small engines like 1.3L pay a low base rate, but once you pass 2.0L, the price jumps sharply.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#ffd103\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Engine Capacity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Example Car<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Peninsular Malaysia<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Sabah &amp; Sarawak<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>1.3L (1300cc)<\/td><td>Perodua Myvi<\/td><td>RM70 \u2013 RM90<\/td><td>RM20 \u2013 RM40<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>1.6L (1600cc)<\/td><td>Honda City<\/td><td>RM90 \u2013 RM120<\/td><td>RM40 \u2013 RM60<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2.0L (2000cc)<\/td><td>Mazda 6<\/td><td>RM380 \u2013 RM440<\/td><td>RM100 \u2013 RM120<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2.5L &amp; above<\/td><td>Toyota Fortuner<\/td><td>RM700+<\/td><td>RM200+<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption><strong>Tip:<\/strong> Cars above 2.5L are taxed much more because of the steep progressive rate beyond that range.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Registration_Location_Peninsular_vs_East_Malaysia\"><\/span><strong>2. Registration Location (Peninsular vs East Malaysia)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Roadtax in Sabah &amp; Sarawak are generally cheaper compared to Peninsukar region.&nbsp; This difference exists due to regional vehicle usage, road conditions, and state-level infrastructure costs. So if you register your car in East Malaysia, expect to pay less \u2014 sometimes even half of what\u2019s charged in Peninsular Malaysia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Vehicle_Type\"><\/span><strong>3. Vehicle Type<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Every vehicle type follows a different roadtax rate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Private cars:<\/strong> Based on engine capacity (cc).<br><\/li><li><strong>Commercial vehicles:<\/strong> Based on vehicle weight and category.<br><\/li><li><strong>Electric vehicles (EVs):<\/strong> Exempted from roadtax until 2025 under current incentives.<br><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you own a pickup, MPV, or van \u2014 the rate structure may differ slightly depending on how the car is classified by JPJ.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Vehicle_Age_and_Condition\"><\/span><strong>4. Vehicle Age and Condition<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Older vehicles aren\u2019t directly charged higher roadtax, but many older models use less efficient engines, which means higher cc and therefore higher tax.<br>Some older models have also lost eco-friendly status, which may affect their future roadtax category.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Ownership_Vehicle_Transfer\"><\/span><strong>5. Ownership &amp; Vehicle Transfer<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When you transfer ownership or buy a reconditioned car, JPJ will reassess your roadtax based on its new classification or engine specifications.<br>Imported (CBU) models are usually taxed higher than locally assembled (CKD) cars \u2014 mainly due to classification rules and capacity adjustments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Your roadtax isn\u2019t random \u2014 it\u2019s carefully structured based on engine capacity, registration location, and vehicle type. Before you renew, use an online calculator like <strong>Bjak.my<\/strong> to check your roadtax cost instantly. Knowing the factors that directly affect your premium will help maintain your budget and avoid any unexpected charges of why your roadtax is expensive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-container-1 wp-block-buttons\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-nv-dark-bg-color has-text-color has-background\" href=\"https:\/\/bjak.my\/ms?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=ad&amp;utm_campaign=car-roadtax-so-expensive-heres-what-most-drivers-dont-know\" style=\"background-color:#ffd103\">Get Your Free Quotation<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Read More:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/bjak.my\/blog\/cover-note-not-available-during-jpj-check-what-happens\">Cover Note Not Available During JPJ Check \u2013 What Happens?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/bjak.my\/blog\/roadtax-size-for-self-printing-need-to-know\">Roadtax Size for Self-Printing, Need to Know<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/bjak.my\/blog\/5-reasons-young-adults-should-consider-personal-takaful\">5 Reasons Young Adults Consider Personal Takaful<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Your roadtax depends on many things \u2014 not just your car model. 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