| Factor | Explanation |
|---|---|
| Fuel type | Petrol, diesel, electric, gas |
| Engine size (Hubraum) | Calculated per 100 cm³ |
| CO₂ emissions | Grams per kilometer |
| First registration date | Tax rules vary by year |
| Vehicle type | EVs have special rules |
| Item | Rate |
|---|---|
| €2 per 100 cm³ engine size | 2 €/100 cm³ |
| €2 per gram of CO₂ above 95 g | 2 € per excess gram |
| Item | Rate |
|---|---|
| €9.50 per 100 cm³ engine size | 9.50 €/100 cm³ |
| €2 per gram of CO₂ above 95 g | 2 € per excess gram |
Engine: 1,600 cm³
CO₂: 120 g/km
Registered after 1 July 2009
Step 1 – Engine tax:
1,600 ÷ 100 = 16
16 × 2 € = 32 €
Step 2 – CO₂ tax:
120 – 95 = 25 g
25 × 2 € = 50 €
| Registration date | Tax |
|---|---|
| Until 31 Dec 2025 | 10-year full exemption |
| From 1 Jan 2026 | Gradual reduction until 2030 |
| After 2030 | Normal taxation |
Tax depends on gross weight (zGG) and number of axles
Calculated using Zoll (Customs) tables
Tax is paid annually, usually via SEPA direct debit
You cannot register or drive a car without paying tax
Official calculator: kfz-steuerrechner.de
| German term | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Kfz-Steuer | Vehicle tax |
| Hubraum | Engine displacement |
| CO₂-Ausstoß | CO₂ emissions |
| Benzin / Diesel | Petrol / Diesel |
| Elektroauto | Electric vehicle |
| SEPA-Lastschrift | Direct debit authorization |
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