Engine-related tax calculator
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New calculation method for engine-related insurance tax as of 1 January 2021
What you need to know for newly registered cars and motorcycles:
The calculation includes not only the power output of the combustion engine, but also the CO2 emission (g/km). As of 01/10/2020, it has been established that the more ecological the vehicle, the lower the tax.
Electric vehicles continue to be exempt from the tax
This also applies to vehicles first registered before 01/10/2020 abroad that were later registered in Austria
As of 01/01/2021, the calculation is adjusted annually, whereby the registration of more powerful vehicles i.e. “stinkers” gets more expensive each year.
Frequently asked questions about motor vehicle insurance tax (FAQ)
An engine-based tax that is charged in Austria on motor vehicles with a gross weight of less than 3.5 metric tons. This tax is collected alongside the fee for motor vehicle third-party liability insurance.
Yes, as of 1 April 2025, all-electric vehicles will no longer be excluded. The calculation is based on the rated continuous power and curb weight listed on the vehicle's registration certificate, rather than on CO₂ emissions.
The tax is a government levy on the use of motor vehicles on public roads. It is a contribution towards infrastructure and is intended to encourage the use of environmentally friendly vehicles, since those with high CO₂ emissions are taxed at a higher rate.
The following groups are exempt from this tax in Austria:
- Vehicles belonging to emergency services (e.g., fire department, ambulance, police)
- Vehicles owned by people with disabilities (if they are used primarily for personal mobility and are registered to the person in question)
- Vehicles used for commercial passenger transport (e.g., taxis)
- Vehicles with transfer or test-drive license plates
For financing agreements, billing occurs on a monthly basis. The tax is collected along with the motor vehicle third-party liability insurance.