? How Much Is My Road Tax in 2025?
Planning ahead for your vehicle’s How Much Is My Road Tax in 2025 Knowing your road tax amount in advance helps you avoid surprises during renewal. Road tax in Malaysia is based on several factors including engine capacity (cc), vehicle type, ownership type, and region.
? Road Tax for Private Saloon Cars in Peninsular Malaysia
| Engine Capacity (cc) | Base Rate (RM) | Additional Rate Per cc (beyond threshold) |
|---|---|---|
| Up to 1,000 | 20 | — |
| 1,001–1,200 | 55 | — |
| 1,201–1,400 | 70 | — |
| 1,401–1,600 | 90 | — |
| 1,601–1,800 | 200 | 0.40 per cc above 1,600 |
| 1,801–2,000 | 280 | 0.50 per cc above 1,800 |
| 2,001–2,500 | 380 | 1.00 per cc above 2,000 |
| 2,501–3,000 | 880 | 2.50 per cc above 2,500 |
| Above 3,000 | 2,130 | 4.50 per cc above 3,000 |
? Company-Registered Saloon Cars (Peninsular Malaysia)
Company-owned vehicles attract higher road tax rates. They follow a similar structure to private vehicles, but with higher base rates and larger progressive increments.
? Non-Saloon Vehicles (SUVs, MPVs, Pickups)
Non-saloon vehicles follow their own table. While base rates vary between engine bands, they often have slightly larger progressive per-cc charges compared to saloon cars.
? East Malaysia & Duty-Free Zones
Vehicles registered in Sabah, Sarawak, or duty-free territories (e.g. Labuan, Langkawi) enjoy reduced road tax rates—up to 30% less. Duty-free areas offer further discounts of up to 50%, particularly for higher cc vehicles.
? Motorcycle Road Tax (2025 Rates)
| Engine Capacity (cc) | Peninsular Rate (RM) | East Malaysia Rate (RM) |
|---|---|---|
| Up to 150 | 2 | 2 |
| 151–200 | 30 | 9 |
| 201–250 | 50 | 12 |
| 251–500 | 100 | 30 |
| 501–800 | 250 | 40 |
| Above 800 | 350 | 42 |
? Electric Vehicles (EVs)
EVs remain exempt from road tax through the end of 2025. However, starting 2026, road tax will be introduced and calculated based on electric motor power output (kW).
? Sample Calculations
Proton Saga 1.3 Liter (1300 cc, private, saloon, Peninsular Malaysia):
Road tax = RM 70 per year.Toyota Vellfire 2.5 Liter (2487 cc, private, non-saloon, Peninsular):
Base RM 380 + (487 × RM 1) = RM 867.Company-owned saloon 1.5 Liter (1500 cc):
Road tax = RM 180 per year.
✅ Why Road Tax Amount Differs
Engine Capacity (cc) – the key determinant.
Vehicle Type – saloon cars generally incur lower rates than SUVs or pickups.
Ownership – company vehicles pay higher taxes.
Region – costs are reduced for East Malaysia and duty-free zones.
⚠️ Tips for Estimating & Checking Your 2025 Road Tax
Know your exact engine size (cc), vehicle type, and whether it's saloon or non‑saloon.
Determine if your vehicle is registered in Peninsular Malaysia, East Malaysia, or a duty‑free zone.
If you're unsure, you can refer to official JPJ rate structures to calculate manually.
For EV owners, remember road tax starts in 2026, not in 2025.
✳️ Final Summary
Most saloon cars with engine sizes up to 1.6L in Peninsular Malaysia pay between RM 70–90 per year.
Company‑registered vehicles often pay significantly more.
SUVs and MPVs may cost more than their saloon counterparts.
If registered in East Malaysia or duty-free rates, you’ll benefit from lower rates.
Electric vehicles pay nothing in 2025, but will be charged from 2026 onward, based on motor power.
If you provide your vehicle’s engine capacity, type, and registration region, I’d be happy to give you the exact 2025 road tax amount
