Car taxes and costs in Estonia 2026
Since 2025 passenger cars pay an annual motor vehicle tax that depends on CO₂ emissions, gross weight and age. This guide explains the car tax and the cost of running a car, and points you to the right calculator.
Motor vehicle tax
A passenger car (M1) annual tax has three parts: a €50 base, a CO₂ part and a gross-weight part. The CO₂ and weight parts decrease with the car's age, and a car over 20 years old pays only the base. The tax is paid in two instalments – by 15 June and 15 December. Work out the exact amount with the car tax calculator.Car tax components in 2026
| Component | Rate |
|---|---|
| Base | €50/year |
| CO₂ up to 117 g/km | exempt |
| CO₂ 118–150 g/km | €3/g |
| CO₂ 151–200 g/km | €3.5/g |
| CO₂ from 201 g/km | €4/g |
| Gross weight over 2000 kg | €0.4/kg (up to €400) |