UK Vehicle Tax (VED) Bands
Vehicle Excise Duty (VED) — commonly called road tax or car tax — is based on your car's CO&sub2; emissions. The first year rate depends on the exact emissions figure, while the standard rate from year two onwards is a flat fee (with a supplement for cars with a list price over £40,000). This page covers rates for cars first registered on or after 1 April 2017.
First Year VED Rates (2024/25)
| Band | CO&sub2; (g/km) | Petrol / RDE2 Diesel | All Other Diesel |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | 0 | £0 | £0 |
| B | 1–50 | £10 | £30 |
| C | 51–75 | £30 | £135 |
| D | 76–90 | £135 | £165 |
| E | 91–100 | £165 | £185 |
| F | 101–110 | £185 | £210 |
| G | 111–130 | £210 | £255 |
| H | 131–150 | £255 | £645 |
| I | 151–170 | £645 | £1,040 |
| J | 171–190 | £1,040 | £1,565 |
| K | 191–225 | £1,565 | £2,220 |
| L | 226–255 | £2,220 | £2,605 |
| M | Over 255 | £2,605 | £2,605 |
Diesel vehicles that do not meet the Real Driving Emissions Step 2 (RDE2) standard pay a higher first-year rate — shown in the “All Other Diesel” column. Most new diesels sold since 2020 meet RDE2.
Standard Rate (Year 2 Onwards)
| Fuel Type | Standard Annual Rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol or diesel | £190 | Flat rate regardless of CO&sub2; |
| Electric (zero emissions) | £10 | From April 2025: £190 (same as petrol/diesel) |
| Hybrid (1–50 g/km) | £180 | Alternative fuel discount of £10 |
| List price over £40,000 | +£410 supplement | For 5 years from second licence (years 2–6) |
From year two, nearly all cars pay the same flat rate of £190 per year. The only variation is a £10 discount for alternative fuel vehicles (hybrids, bioethanol, LPG). If your car had a list price (including options) over £40,000, you pay an additional £410 per year for five years, making the total £600 per year.
Electric Vehicle VED Changes
Zero-emission vehicles currently pay just £10 per year. From April 2025, EVs will pay the full standard rate of £190 per year, and the £40,000 list price supplement will also apply to EVs. The first-year rate for 0 g/km vehicles will move to £10 (Band B equivalent). This was announced in the Autumn Statement 2022 to ensure all motorists contribute to road maintenance as EV adoption grows.
Related Calculators
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VED rates shown are for cars first registered on or after 1 April 2017 and are based on 2024/25 HMRC rates. Rates are subject to change in each Budget. Vehicles registered before April 2017 use a different, older banding system. Always check the latest rates on GOV.UK before making purchasing decisions.