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- 01First-year VED depends on CO2 emissions and fuel type; the 2026-27 bands apply different rates across the CO2 range.
- 02The Expensive Car Supplement adds an annual charge in years 2 to 6 when the list price exceeds the relevant threshold.
- 03Zero-emission cars are now within the VED system and pay low first-year and standard rates under 2026-27 rules.
- 04The diesel supplement applies where a diesel car does not meet the relevant RDE2 standard.
Why Check VED Costs Before Buying a New Car
UK Vehicle Excise Duty has become significantly more complex since electric vehicles were brought into the system and the Expensive Car Supplement threshold started applying to a wider range of models. A car with a list price just above the supplement threshold can cost hundreds of pounds more per year in road tax across years 2 to 6 than a nearly identical model that falls below it.
Knowing the first-year rate, the standard annual rate, and whether the Expensive Car Supplement applies before signing a finance agreement or ordering a car helps you compare the true running cost of different models. The Handytool VED calculator handles all three components from CO2, fuel type, and list price.
How to Use the UK VED Calculator
The estimate runs instantly from three inputs.
- 01
Enter CO2 emissions
Find the official WLTP CO2 figure in g/km from the car's documentation, manufacturer website, or GOV.UK vehicle enquiry.
- 02
Select fuel type
Choose petrol, diesel (RDE2-compliant), diesel (non-RDE2), hybrid, or zero-emission. Non-RDE2 diesel triggers the first-year supplement.
- 03
Enter the list price
Use the published on-the-road list price including factory options. The calculator checks this against the Expensive Car Supplement threshold.
- 04
Read the three rates
The tool shows the first-year rate, standard rate (year 2 onward), and any Expensive Car Supplement — plus the total for years 2 to 6.
What to Gather Before Estimating
- 01Official WLTP CO2 in g/km from the spec sheet
- 02Fuel type and whether the diesel meets RDE2
- 03On-the-road list price including options
- 04Expected registration year (to confirm 2026-27 tables apply)
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Handytool's VED calculator runs locally in your browser. CO2 figures, list prices, and fuel type selections are never stored or transmitted.
This is an unofficial planning tool based on published DVLA and GOV.UK rates. For the official VED figure for a specific registered vehicle, use the DVLA vehicle enquiry service.
UK VED Calculator FAQ
How much is UK car tax in the first year?
First-year VED depends on CO2 emissions and fuel type under the 2026-27 bands. Higher-emission cars pay more, while zero-emission cars pay the lowest first-year rate.
What is the Expensive Car Supplement?
It is an extra annual charge added in years 2 to 6 when the list price exceeds the relevant threshold. It applies to petrol, diesel, hybrid, and zero-emission cars.
Do electric cars pay VED in 2026?
Yes. Zero-emission cars are now within the VED system, with low first-year and standard rates, plus the supplement where the list price threshold is exceeded.
Does the calculator include the non-RDE2 diesel first-year supplement?
Yes. Select the non-RDE2 diesel option and the calculator applies the relevant first-year rate for that fuel type.
Is this the same as a DVLA number-plate check?
No. This calculator estimates from the bands you enter. The DVLA vehicle enquiry service shows the official amount for a specific registered vehicle.