Motor vehicle tax raised by nearly 44%—new rates for cars in Türkiye in 2025
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The motor vehicle tax in Türkiye has been increased by 43.93%, reflecting the new revaluation rate for 2025, according to a notice published in the Official Gazette on Monday.
The new rates, effective from January, mark a substantial increase across various vehicle categories. With these adjustments, the annual tax payable for motor vehicles has risen significantly, especially for higher-value cars with larger engine capacities.
The adjustments to Türkiye’s motor vehicle tax for 2025 reflect the broader trend of increasing costs associated with vehicle ownership.
While smaller vehicles remain relatively affordable to tax, larger and luxury vehicles now carry a significantly higher financial burden. This decision to implement these rates is expected to generate additional revenue but may also deter the purchase of larger, more expensive vehicles.
Changes in motor vehicle taxes for cars in Türkiye for 2025
For cars with smaller engine capacities of 0-1300 cc, the annual tax varies depending on the vehicle’s age and value. Owners of vehicles valued at up to ₺180,600 ($5,107.55) will now pay ₺4,835 for cars aged one to three years. However, for vehicles valued at ₺316,400 or more, these amounts increase to ₺5,803 for cars aged one to three years.
In the mid-range 1301-1600 cc category, the tax burden varies based on vehicle value and age:
- For cars valued up to ₺180,600: Tax is ₺8,421 for vehicles aged 1-3 years.
- For cars valued at ₺316,400 or above: An additional ₺10,112 tax for vehicles aged 1-3 years.
Owners of cars with larger engines, such as 2001-2500 cc, face even steeper costs.
- Vehicles valued at up to ₺565,500 will require an annual payment of ₺38,695 for those aged one to three years.
- For higher-value vehicles in the same category, exceeding ₺565,500, the rates jump to ₺42,217 for cars aged one to three years.
For luxury vehicles with engine capacities of 4001 cc or more, the tax rate is at its peak.
- Cars valued at up to ₺2,151,400 will cost owners ₺211,479 annually if the vehicle is one to three year old.
- Vehicles exceeding this value are subject to a maximum annual tax of ₺230,698.
Motor vehicle tax for electric vehicles in Türkiye for 2025
Electric vehicles (EVs), increasingly popular in Türkiye and globally, also have adjusted motor vehicle tax rates for 2025, depending on the vehicle’s power (measured in kilowatts, kW) and value.
- 241 kW or higher: Vehicles valued at up to ₺2,151,000 will be taxed ₺52,869, while those exceeding this value will incur a tax of ₺57,674.
- 211-241 kW: Vehicles with a value of up to ₺1.81 million will be taxed ₺32,299, and those exceeding this value will face a tax of ₺35,299.
- 181-210 kW: For vehicles valued up to ₺1.13 million, the tax is set at ₺20,543, increasing to ₺22,412 for higher values.
- 151-180 kW: Vehicles in this category are taxed ₺13,487 if valued at up to ₺1.13 million, and ₺14,715 if valued above this threshold.
- 121-150 kW: The tax is ₺9,673 for vehicles up to ₺565,000 and rises to ₺10,554 for those exceeding this value.
- 106-120 kW: Vehicles valued up to ₺452,800 will be taxed ₺6,448, increasing to ₺7,035 for higher values.
- 86-105 kW: For vehicles up to ₺452,800, the tax is set at ₺4,091, and for those exceeding this amount, the tax rises to ₺4,466.
Motor vehicle tax rates for motorcycles in Türkiye for 2025
Motorcycle owners are also affected by the updated tax rates, though the amounts remain significantly lower than those for cars.
- For motorcycles aged one to three years with engine capacities between 100-250 cc, a fee of ₺899 applies.
- For larger motorcycles in the 251-650 cc category, ₺1,862 is charged.
What is motor vehicle tax?
Motor vehicle tax is a tax collected twice a year in Türkiye from motor vehicle owners as the first installment is paid between Jan. 1-31, and the second between July 1-31.
Motor vehicle tax in Türkiye is collected twice a year from vehicle owners: the first installment is due between Jan. 1 to 31, and the second between July 1 and 31.
The amount varies based on engine size, vehicle age, value, and type. Motor vehicle tax funds are used for road maintenance and infrastructure, and delays result in penalties. Outstanding taxes must be cleared before selling a vehicle.
