Road Tax Rates: Find Out How Much It Will Cost
Nabil Farhan· · 5 min readTable of contents
Get ready to hit the road in Malaysia, but before you do, make sure you’re up to speed on the latest updates! It’s not just about driving skills and fuel in your tank, there’s one essential thing you can’t overlook: renewing your roadtax.
It’s a must-do for every vehicle user in the country, and failure to do so can land you in some serious trouble. But don’t’ worry let’s dive into this road tax rates guide and make sure you stay on the right side of the law while driving in Malaysia!
What is road tax?
In Malaysia, every vehicle owner is required to possess a road tax document in order to drive on the road. Neglecting to renew this tax document will lead to a penalty. The road tax rates are determined by considering factors such as the vehicle’s engine capacity, location, body type, and ownership.
What will happen if you don’t renew your road tax?
If you drive without a valid road tax, it is considered a serious violation and will lead to penalties imposed by the Road Transport Department Malaysia (JPJ). Moreover, in case of an accident, you will be unable to make an insurance claim unless you renew both your road tax and vehicle insurance prior to that.
Road tax rates
Wondering how much you need to pay for your car’s road tax? Here is the price list:
Private Registered Saloon Cars in Peninsular Malaysia
| Cubic Capacity (cc) | Base Rate | Progressive Rate (per cc) |
| 1000 and below | RM20.00 | – |
| 1001 to 1200 | RM55.00 | – |
| 1201 to 1400 | RM70.00 | – |
| 1401 to 1600 | RM90.00 | – |
| 1601 to 1800 | RM200.00 | RM0.40 (for every cc increase from 1600) |
| 1801 to 2000 | RM280.00 | RM0.50 (for every cc increase from 1800) |
| 2001 to 2500 | RM380.00 | RM1.00 (for every cc increase from 2000) |
| 2501 to 3000 | RM880.00 | RM2.50 (for every cc increase from 2500) |
| 3001 and above | RM2130.00 | RM4.50 (for every cc increase from 3000) |
Company Registered Saloon Cars in Peninsular Malaysia
| Cubic Capacity (cc) | Base Rate | Progressive Rate (per cc) |
| 1000 and below | RM20.00 | – |
| 1001 to 1200 | RM110.00 | – |
| 1201 to 1400 | RM140.00 | – |
| 1401 to 1600 | RM180.00 | – |
| 1601 to 1800 | RM400.00 | RM0.80 (for every cc increase from 1600) |
| 1801 to 2000 | RM560.00 | RM1.00 (for every cc increase from 1800) |
| 2001 to 2500 | RM760.00 | RM3.00 (for every cc increase from 2000) |
| 2501 to 3000 | RM2260.00 | RM7.50 (for every cc increase from 2500) |
| 3001 and above | RM6010.00 | RM13.50 (for every cc increase from 3000) |
Company and Private Registered Non-Saloon Cars in Peninsular Malaysia
| Cubic Capacity (cc) | Base Rate | Progressive Rate (per cc) |
| 1000 and below | RM20.00 | – |
| 1001 to 1200 | RM85.00 | – |
| 1201 to 1400 | RM100.00 | – |
| 1401 to 1600 | RM120.00 | – |
| 1601 to 1800 | RM300.00 | RM0.30 (for every cc increase from 1600) |
| 1801 to 2000 | RM360.00 | RM0.40 (for every cc increase from 1800) |
| 2001 to 2500 | RM440.00 | RM0.80 (for every cc increase from 2000) |
| 2501 to 3000 | RM840.00 | RM1.60 (for every cc increase from 2500) |
| 3001 and above | RM1640.00 | RM1.60 (for every cc increase from 3000) |
Company and Private Registered Saloon Cars in East Malaysia
| Cubic Capacity (cc) | Base Rate | Progressive Rate (per cc) |
| 1000 and below | RM20.00 | – |
| 1001 to 1200 | RM44.00 | – |
| 1201 to 1400 | RM56.00 | – |
| 1401 to 1600 | RM72.00 | – |
| 1601 to 1800 | RM160.00 | RM0.32 (for every cc increase from 1600) |
| 1801 to 2000 | RM224.00 | RM0.25 (for every cc increase from 1800) |
| 2001 to 2500 | RM524.00 | RM1.00 (for every cc increase from 2000) |
| 2501 to 3000 | RM880.00 | RM2.50 (for every cc increase from 2500) |
| 3001 and above | RM1024.00 | RM1.35 (for every cc increase from 3000) |
Company and Private Registered Non-Saloon Cars in East Malaysia
| Cubic Capacity (cc) | Base Rate | Progressive Rate (per cc) |
| 1000 and below | RM20.00 | – |
| 1001 to 1200 | RM42.50 | – |
| 1201 to 1400 | RM50.00 | – |
| 1401 to 1600 | RM60.00 | – |
| 1601 to 1800 | RM165.00 | RM0.17 (for every cc increase from 1600) |
| 1801 to 2000 | RM199.00 | RM0.22 (for every cc increase from 1800) |
| 2001 to 2500 | RM243.00 | RM0.44 (for every cc increase from 2000) |
| 2501 to 3000 | RM463.00 | RM0.88 (for every cc increase from 2500) |
| 3001 and above | RM903.00 | RM1.20 (for every cc increase from 3000) |
Electric Vehicles (EVs)
The road tax exemption for EVs ended on 31 December 2025. Since 1 January 2026, EVs pay road tax based on motor power (kW) instead of engine capacity. Rates start from RM20 a year and rise in bands, reaching RM70 at 100 kW; for example, a 130 kW EV pays RM120 a year. Use the BJAK EV Roadtax Calculator to check your exact rate.
Motorcycles in Peninsular Malaysia
| Cubic Capacity (cc) | Base Rate |
| 150 and below | RM2.00 |
| 151 to 200 | RM30.00 |
| 201 to 250 | RM50.00 |
| 251 to 500 | RM180.00 |
| 501 to 800 | RM250.00 |
| 801 and above | RM350.00 |
Motorcycles in East Malaysia
| Cubic Capacity (cc) | Base Rate |
| 150 and below | RM2.00 |
| 151 to 200 | RM9.00 |
| 201 to 250 | RM12.00 |
| 251 to 500 | RM30.00 |
| 501 to 800 | RM40.00 |
| 801 and above | RM42.00 |
Electric motorcycles
Electric motorcycles also pay road tax based on motor power from 1 January 2026, at lower rates than EV cars. Use the BJAK EV Roadtax Calculator to check your rate.
Source: JPJ – Motor Vehicle License (LKM) Rates Calculation Guidelines
How to renew road tax?
There are several options for you to renew your road tax. You can use the MyJPJ app or visit the nearest JPJ office or go to a Pos Malaysia branch with documents such as your IC, insurance cover note, and vehicle ownership certificate.
Alternatively, if you prefer the convenience of renewing or finding out your road tax rates online, you can do so through Bjak’s website. It is important to note that owning a road tax, whether in physical or digital form, is mandatory for vehicle owners to ensure compliance and safety on the road.
Bjak is one of Malaysia’s biggest insurance comparison websites, offering policies from over 10 brands. Get your free insurance quote from Bjak today!
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