Car tax calculator UK — estimating your Vehicle Excise Duty has never been easier. Whether you are on a desktop computer or a mobile phone, our free VED calculator gives you an accurate road tax estimate in seconds based on the latest 2026 DVLA bands.
How to Use the Car Tax Calculator UK
Enter your vehicle's CO2 emissions figure (found on your V5C logbook or check at GOV.UK) and fuel type. The calculator applies the current 2026 graduated first-year VED bands to give you an accurate first-year road tax estimate. For vehicles in years 2-6 of their life, the standard annual rate is shown.
Car Tax Calculator UK: What You Need
- CO2 emissions: In g/km, from your V5C or MOT certificate
- Fuel type: Petrol, diesel, electric, hybrid, or alternative fuel
- First registration date: Determines whether first-year or standard rates apply
Car Tax Calculator Mobile: Works on Any Device
Our car tax calculator UK is fully responsive and works on any mobile device, tablet, or desktop. The interface adapts to your screen size, making it easy to compare VED rates while shopping for a new or used car. No app download required.
Why Use a Car Tax Calculator?
VED rates vary enormously — from £0 for electric vehicles to £2,605 for the highest-emitting supercars. A car tax calculator helps you budget correctly before purchase and avoid unexpected costs in subsequent years. The premium rate for vehicles over £40,000 is also factored into estimates for EVs and luxury cars.
Conclusion
Use our free car tax calculator to estimate your VED rate in seconds on any device. Updated with April 2026 DVLA bands.