Question 1

How is EV road tax calculated in Singapore?

Accepted Answer

EV road tax in Singapore is based on the motor's rated power output in kilowatts (kW), not engine capacity (cc). LTA applies a power-band formula to calculate a base road tax, then multiplies by 0.782. An Additional Flat Component (AFC) of S$700 per year is added on top. The total annual road tax = (power-based component × 0.782) + S$700.

Question 2

Why is EV road tax higher than petrol car road tax?

Accepted Answer

EVs typically have high motor power ratings — a 150kW EV motor is far more powerful than a 1.6L petrol engine (roughly 90kW). Since Singapore road tax is based on power output, EVs with 150kW+ motors fall into higher tax bands than most petrol cars. The S$700 AFC applies to all EVs annually, further increasing the cost.

Question 3

How much is road tax for a BYD Atto 3?

Accepted Answer

The BYD Atto 3 has a 150kW motor. Its annual road tax is approximately S$2,202 (S$1,101 per 6-month renewal). This is verified from LTA vehicle registration data.

Question 4

How much is road tax for a Tesla Model 3?

Accepted Answer

The Tesla Model 3 Standard Range+ (110kW) has an annual road tax of approximately S$1,561 (S$781 per 6-month renewal). The Long Range AWD (324kW) pays significantly more due to its higher power output.

Question 5

When is road tax due in Singapore?

Accepted Answer

Road tax in Singapore can be renewed for 6 or 12 months. LTA sends renewal notices by mail or digital notification. You can renew online at One.Motoring (onemotoring.lta.gov.sg) or at any SingPost branch. Late renewal incurs a penalty of S$10 for the first month and progressively higher fees after.

Question 6

Is there any EV road tax discount or rebate in Singapore?

Accepted Answer

Currently, there is no specific road tax discount for EVs in Singapore. EVs do benefit from the EV Early Adoption Incentive (EEAI) on ARF and the Vehicular Emissions Scheme (VES) rebate at purchase, but the annual road tax is calculated on the same power-based formula as all other vehicles. The S$700 AFC is an EV-specific component that replaced the previous carbon emissions-based surcharge.

Model	kW	Est. Annual Road Tax
BYD Atto 3 Standard	150	S$2,202
BYD Atto 3 Extended	150	S$2,202
BYD Seal RWD	150	S$2,202
BYD Seal AWD Performance	390	S$4,200
BYD Sealion 6 RWD	150	S$2,202
BYD Sealion 7 AWD	230	S$2,698
Tesla Model 3 SR+	110	S$1,561
Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD	324	S$3,393
Tesla Model Y RWD	175	S$2,356
Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD	220	S$2,635
Tesla Model Y Performance AWD	393	S$4,237
Hyundai Ioniq 5 RWD	125	S$1,755
Hyundai Ioniq 5 AWD	173	S$2,344
Hyundai Ioniq 6 RWD	111	S$1,574
Kia EV6 Standard	168	S$2,313
Kia EV6 GT-Line AWD	239	S$2,750
MG MG4 Standard	125	S$1,755
MG MG4 Extended	150	S$2,202
Volvo EX30 Twin Motor	200	S$2,510
BMW iX1 xDrive30	150	S$2,202
Mercedes EQA 250+	140	S$2,011

Model	kW	Annual Road Tax	6-Monthly
Tesla Model 3 SR+	110	S$1,561	S$781
MG4 Standard	125	S$1,700	S$850
Hyundai Ioniq 6 RWD	111	S$1,572	S$786
BYD Atto 3 / Sealion 6	150	S$2,202	S$1,101
Tesla Model Y RWD	175	S$2,340	S$1,170
BYD Sealion 7 AWD	230	S$2,698	S$1,349
Tesla Model 3 LR AWD	324	S$3,360	S$1,680
BYD Seal AWD Performance	390	S$4,200	S$2,100

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