EV roadtax in Malaysia from 2026: what changed?
Malaysia's EV road tax exemption ended on 31 December 2025. From 1 January 2026, EV road tax is calculated by motor power (kW) instead of engine capacity (cc).- EV road tax exemption
- Ended 31 December 2025
- New EV road tax rates
- Effective 1 January 2026
- Road tax is based on
- Electric motor power (kW)
- Covered vehicles
- Pure battery EVs and fuel-cell EVs
- Not covered by this structure
- Hybrid and plug-in hybrid vehicles
Why are the new electric vehicle (EV) rates lower?
~85%
lower on averageThe old formula could make higher-powered EVs expensive to tax. The new 2026 rates are designed around EV motor power.
The Ministry of Transport (MOT) says the rates will be reviewed at least once every five years.
For electric vehicles (EV) only
- Battery-electricBased on motor power
- Fuel-cellBased on motor power
- HybridUses engine capacity (cc)
- Plug-in hybridUses engine capacity (cc)
How much is road tax for popular EVs?
See the estimated annual road tax for popular EV models in Malaysia, based on motor power (kW).| Make | Model | Motor power | Annual road tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| TESLA | MODEL 3 | 208 kW | RM 280 |
| TESLA | MODEL Y | 220 kW | RM 305 |
| BYD | ATTO 3 | 150 kW | RM 160 |
| BYD | SEAL | 230 kW | RM 335 |
| BYD | DOLPHIN | 70 kW | RM 40 |
| PROTON | E.MAS 7 | 160 kW | RM 180 |
| PERODUA | QV-E | 150 kW | RM 160 |
| BMW | I4 | 210 kW | RM 280 |
| KIA | EV6 | 239 kW | RM 365 |
| HYUNDAI | KONA | 100 kW | RM 70 |
| MG | MG4 | 180 kW | RM 220 |
| VOLVO | EX30 | 315 kW | RM 615 |
How is EV road tax calculated?
Your EV's motor power (kW) determines its road tax band and annual rate.View full EV road tax ratesExample: 150 kW EV
- Motor power
- 150 kW
- Road tax band
- Above 140 kW, up to 150 kW
- Annual road tax
RM 160
/ year
2026 EV road tax rates in Malaysia
| Motor power (kW) | Starting road tax | Increase within band | Up to |
|---|---|---|---|
| Up to 100 kW | RM 20 | +RM 10 per 10 kW above 50 kW | RM 70 |
| 100–210 kW | RM 80 | +RM 20 per 10 kW | RM 280 |
| 210–310 kW | RM 305 | +RM 30 per 10 kW | RM 575 |
| 310–410 kW | RM 615 | +RM 50 per 10 kW | RM 1,065 |
| 410–510 kW | RM 1,140 | +RM 100 per 10 kW | RM 2,040 |
| 510–610 kW | RM 2,165 | +RM 150 per 10 kW | RM 3,515 |
| 610–710 kW | RM 3,690 | +RM 200 per 10 kW | RM 5,490 |
| 710–810 kW | RM 5,715 | +RM 250 per 10 kW | RM 7,965 |
| 810–910 kW | RM 8,240 | +RM 300 per 10 kW | RM 10,940 |
| 910–1,010 kW | RM 11,265 | +RM 350 per 10 kW | RM 14,415 |
| Above 1,010 kW | RM 20,000 | – | RM 20,000 |
Insurance first, road tax next.
Make sure your insurance is active before renewing your road tax.Renew your EV insurance
Active cover for the LKM period you're renewing.Renew your road tax
6 or 12 months, within two months of expiry.Access your valid e-LKM
Your digital road tax, ready once both are done.
More tools for EV owners
EV Insurance CalculatorEstimate how much it may cost to insure your EV.Calculate EV insuranceCar InsuranceCompare insurance from BJAK's insurer partners.Compare insuranceRoad Tax RenewalRenew your insurance and road tax together.Renew nowCar Road Tax CalculatorDriving a petrol, diesel or hybrid car?Calculate road tax
Frequently asked questions
EV road tax starts from RM 20 per year and increases according to the vehicle's electric motor output. The exact amount depends on the registered motor power in kW.
A vehicle with exactly 150 kW of motor output has an annual road tax of RM 160 under the 2026 schedule.
kW. Road tax uses electric motor power. Battery capacity in kWh is not used.
Check your Vehicle Ownership Certificate (VOC / geran), particularly the registered motor-power information under "Keupayaan Enjin".
Some EV models have multiple variants with different motor outputs. The model selector provides an estimate using a representative motor output. For the exact calculation, use the kW registered on your VOC.
No. The EV road-tax exemption ended on 31 December 2025. The new rates took effect on 1 January 2026.
The 2026 EV road tax schedule for vehicles other than motorcycles is based on electric motor power, rather than a separate sedan/SUV rate table.
The amended 2026 schedules use the same motor-power fees for the relevant EV category in West Malaysia, Sabah and Sarawak.
No. The new EV road tax structure specifically covers battery-electric and fuel-cell electric vehicles. Use the regular road tax calculator for a hybrid or PHEV.
Yes. JPJ requires the vehicle to have insurance covering the LKM period being renewed.