Now that we are well into 2026, the days of the zero-emissions "road tax holiday" are officially behind us. The previous EV exemption wrapped up on 31 December 2025, and Malaysia’s new power-based road tax structure is now fully active for all Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs).

If your road tax renewal is coming up soon, there is no need to panic. The active kilowatt-based pricing structure is proving to be significantly cheaper than what comparable petrol-powered cars face. Here is a clear, updated breakdown of exactly how it works and how to compute your annual fee.

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Malaysia 2026 Rates

EV Model

Audi e-tron GT Standard (440 kW)

Audi e-tron GT RS (456 kW)

Audi Q4 e-tron Standard (210 kW)

Audi Q4 e-tron Quattro (280 kW)

Audi A6 e-tron Standard (260 kW)

Audi A6 e-tron Quattro (360 kW)

BMW i3 Standard (170 kW)

BMW i3 S (184 kW)

BMW i4 eDrive40 (250 kW)

BMW i4 M50 (400 kW)

BMW iX xDrive40 (240 kW)

BMW iX M60 (455 kW)

BMW iX1 xDrive50 (230 kW)

BMW iX3 xDrive50 (210 kW)

BMW i7 xDrive50 (400 kW)

BMW i7 M70 (455 kW)

BYD Atto 2 Standard (100 kW)

BYD Atto 2 Extended (150 kW)

BYD Dolphin Standard (70 kW)

BYD Dolphin Extended (150 kW)

BYD Atto 3 Standard (150 kW)

BYD Atto 3 Extended (150 kW)

BYD Seal RWD (150 kW)

BYD Seal AWD Performance (390 kW)

BYD Yuan Plus Standard (150 kW)

BYD Aion Y Standard (150 kW)

Chevrolet Bolt EV Standard (120 kW)

Chevrolet Equinox EV Standard (210 kW)

Chevrolet Equinox EV AWD (255 kW)

Chevrolet Blazer EV Standard (210 kW)

Chery Omoda E5 Standard (150 kW)

Chery iCar 03 Standard (135 kW)

Citroën e-C3 Standard (83 kW)

Citroën e-C4 Standard (100 kW)

Dacia Spring Standard (44 kW)

Fiat 500e Standard (118 kW)

Fiat 500e Abarth (155 kW)

Fiat 600e Standard (115 kW)

Ford Mustang Mach-E Standard (198 kW)

Ford Mustang Mach-E AWD (358 kW)

Ford F-150 Lightning Standard (300 kW)

Ford F-150 Lightning Platinum (456 kW)

Genesis GV60 Standard (168 kW)

Genesis GV60 Advanced (239 kW)

Genesis Electrified G80 Standard (320 kW)

Genesis Electrified G80 AWD (390 kW)

Honda e Standard (100 kW)

Honda e:Ny1 Standard (150 kW)

Honda e:Ny1 AWD (230 kW)

Hyundai Kona Electric Standard (150 kW)

Hyundai Kona Electric Long Range (160 kW)

Hyundai Ioniq 5 RWD (168 kW)

Hyundai Ioniq 5 AWD (239 kW)

Hyundai Ioniq 6 RWD (168 kW)

Hyundai Ioniq 6 AWD (239 kW)

Hyundai Ioniq 9 RWD (225 kW)

Hyundai Ioniq 9 AWD (283 kW)

Hyundai Casper Electric Standard (100 kW)

Jaguar I-PACE Standard (294 kW)

Jeep Wrangler 4xe Standard (260 kW)

Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe Standard (260 kW)

Kia EV3 Standard (150 kW)

Kia EV3 Long Range (160 kW)

Kia EV6 RWD (168 kW)

Kia EV6 AWD (239 kW)

Kia EV9 RWD (225 kW)

Kia EV9 AWD (283 kW)

Kia Niro EV Standard (150 kW)

Leapmotor T03 Standard (80 kW)

Leapmotor C10 Standard (170 kW)

Lexus UX300e Standard (150 kW)

Lexus RZ 450e Standard (230 kW)

Lucid Air Pure (420 kW)

Lucid Air Sapphire (750 kW)

Lucid Gravity Standard (420 kW)

Mazda MX-30 Standard (107 kW)

Mercedes-Benz EQA Standard (140 kW)

Mercedes-Benz EQA AMG (200 kW)

Mercedes-Benz EQB Standard (215 kW)

Mercedes-Benz EQE Standard (215 kW)

Mercedes-Benz EQE AMG (300 kW)

Mercedes-Benz EQS Standard (245 kW)

Mercedes-Benz EQS AMG (385 kW)

Mercedes-Benz GLC Electric Standard (150 kW)

MG MG4 Standard (125 kW)

MG MG4 Extended (150 kW)

MG ZS EV Standard (130 kW)

MG IM6 Standard (200 kW)

Mini Cooper SE Standard (135 kW)

Mini Countryman SE Standard (230 kW)

Neta V Standard (70 kW)

Neta Aya Standard (70 kW)

Neta X Standard (120 kW)

Nissan Leaf Standard (110 kW)

Nissan Leaf Plus (160 kW)

Nissan Ariya FWD (160 kW)

Nissan Ariya AWD (290 kW)

ORA Good Cat 400 Pro (105 kW)

ORA Good Cat GT (126 kW)

Perodua QV-E Standard (150 kW)

Peugeot e-2008 Standard (100 kW)

Peugeot e-3008 Standard (160 kW)

Peugeot e-5008 Standard (160 kW)

Polestar 2 Single Motor (170 kW)

Polestar 2 Dual Motor (300 kW)

Polestar 3 Standard (300 kW)

Polestar 3 Performance (380 kW)

Porsche Taycan RWD (300 kW)

Porsche Taycan 4S (390 kW)

Porsche Taycan GTS (440 kW)

Porsche Taycan Turbo (560 kW)

Porsche Macan Electric Standard (300 kW)

Proton eMas 5 Prime (58 kW)

Proton eMas 5 Premium (85 kW)

Proton eMas 7 Standard (160 kW)

Proton eMas 7 Premium (160 kW)

Renault Scenic E-Tech Standard (160 kW)

Renault Scenic E-Tech Long Range (220 kW)

Renault Megane E-Tech Standard (160 kW)

Rivian R1T Dual Motor (300 kW)

Rivian R1T Quad Motor (456 kW)

Rivian R1S Dual Motor (300 kW)

Rivian R1S Quad Motor (456 kW)

Skoda Enyaq Standard (150 kW)

Skoda Enyaq RS (220 kW)

Skoda Citigo Standard (83 kW)

Smart #1 Pro (200 kW)

Smart #1 Brabus (315 kW)

Smart #5 Standard (200 kW)

Subaru Solterra Standard (160 kW)

Subaru Solterra AWD (160 kW)

Tesla Model 3 RWD (208 kW)

Tesla Model 3 Long Range (366 kW)

Tesla Model 3 Performance (461 kW)

Tesla Model Y RWD (220 kW)

Tesla Model Y Long Range (393 kW)

Tesla Model Y Performance (456 kW)

Tesla Model S Long Range (405 kW)

Tesla Model S Plaid (750 kW)

Tesla Model X Long Range (405 kW)

Tesla Model X Plaid (750 kW)

Tesla Cybertruck RWD (300 kW)

Tesla Cybertruck AWD (456 kW)

Toyota bZ4X FWD (150 kW)

Toyota bZ4X AWD (160 kW)

Volkswagen ID.3 Standard (150 kW)

Volkswagen ID.4 Standard (210 kW)

Volkswagen ID.4 AWD (280 kW)

Volkswagen ID.5 Standard (210 kW)

Volkswagen ID.5 GTX (299 kW)

Volkswagen ID.7 Standard (210 kW)

Volvo EX30 Single Motor (200 kW)

Volvo EX30 Twin Motor (315 kW)

Volvo EX40 Standard (210 kW)

Volvo EX60 Standard (300 kW)

Volvo EX90 Twin Motor (300 kW)

Volvo C40 Recharge Standard (300 kW)

XPeng G6 RWD (218 kW)

XPeng G6 AWD (358 kW)

XPeng G9 RWD (230 kW)

XPeng G9 AWD (358 kW)

Zeekr X RWD (200 kW)

Zeekr X AWD (315 kW)

Zeekr 001 Standard (200 kW)

Zeekr 001 AWD (315 kW)

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Note: Check your Vehicle Ownership Certificate (VOC/Geran) for your exact kW rating. Do NOT use kWh battery capacity. (kW = motor power output, kWh = battery storage capacity.)

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Why the Change?

The temporary tax exemptions were initially introduced to accelerate early electric vehicle adoption. With the domestic EV ecosystem expanding rapidly, the government shifted to this predictable, tiered framework. Annual rates scale gently from a baseline of RM20 for commuter vehicles up to RM20,000 for elite, top-tier electric hypercars.

How to Find Your EV’s Power Output (kW)

You don't need technical expertise to locate your vehicle's specific power rating. Simply check:

• MyJPJ App: Navigate to vehicle details under your digital "Motor Vehicle License" dashboard to see your live data.
• Vehicle Ownership Certificate (VOC / Geran): Look closely under the designated "Keupayaan Enjin" text field.
• Manufacturer Specifications: Review the official vehicle brochure (always use the combined total maximum output if you drive a dual-motor AWD layout).

The Official 2026 EV Road Tax Pricing Structure

4 Crucial Realities of the 2026 EV Road Tax Framework

Because EV road tax is strictly tied to your motor's maximum power output, you cannot change your rate once you own the car. Keep these key factors in mind when shopping for a new vehicle or planning your renewals:

• Prioritize Lower kW Output When Shopping: The gap between brackets adds up fast. For example, a 150 kW EV (like the BYD Atto 3 Ultra) costs just RM160/year, whereas a higher performance 230 kW variant (Atto 3 Premium) jumps to RM305/year. Checking the kW rating before signing purchase papers is the best way to control long-term costs.
• Single-Motor Variants Are Much Cheaper to Tax: Popular dual-motor, all-wheel-drive (AWD) variants of EVs like the Tesla Model Y combine the power of two electric motors, pushing the car into a much higher tax tier. Opting for a single-motor, rear-wheel-drive (RWD) variant keeps your combined kW lower and your annual tax bill minimal.
• Uniform Flat Rates Nationwide (No East Malaysia Discount): If you live in Sabah or Sarawak, take note: unlike petrol cars, which historically benefit from lower road tax structures in East Malaysia, the 2026 EV road tax framework is entirely uniform across all states. An EV operated in Kuching or Kota Kinabalu pays the exact same kW rate as one driven in Kuala Lumpur.
• Forget the Old ICE Rules Entirely: Transitioning from a traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle means resetting your expectations. Forget about engine displacement (cc) or body styles (sedan vs. SUV splits). The vehicle's physical shape has zero impact on the formula, only the electric motor's total output matters.