Road tax for electric cars in 2026: what will change?
Electric driving remains popular in the Netherlands: quiet, clean, and fiscal. attractiveSince 2025, something important has changed: the road tax (MRB) for electric cars. Curious about what you'll pay, how long the discount lasts, and what happens afterward? Read all about it below. road tax for electric cars in 2025.
Will you pay road tax for an electric car in 2026?
Yes. Up to and including 2024, fully electric cars (EVs) were completely exempt from road tax. From January 1, 2025 , you pay a reduced rate of 25% of the standard motor vehicle tax (MRB) . Also read our page about road tax in general.
In brief:
Fully electric cars will pay in 2025 25% of the regular MRB rate.
Plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) are subject to separate rules.
The discount will apply until at least the end of 2026.
How much will road tax cost for an electric car in 2026?
The amount of road tax depends on:
The program weight of the car,
De provincial surcharges (the surcharge per province).
Electric cars are often slightly heavier due to their battery pack, but thanks to the low rate, the difference remains limited.
Sample calculation (South Holland, 1.500 kg car):
Petrol car: approx. € 65 a month
Electric car (EV): approx. € 16,25 a month (2025-2026)
What happens after 2026?
The transitional arrangement will continue for a while:
2025-2026:
you pay 25% of the normal rate.
Since 2027: electric cars are going the full MRB rate Pay.
This means that the tax benefit is gradually disappearing , and driving on electricity is becoming increasingly equivalent to driving on petrol or diesel for tax purposes.
Important for entrepreneurs
Are you driving? business electric? Then the costs of road tax and journey registration important for your tax administration. With a trip registration system from TrackJack Easily keep track of how much you drive, meet the tax authorities' requirements and have control over your car costs.
Conclusion: electric driving will remain affordable in 2026
Although the road tax exemption is phasing out , electric driving will remain advantageous in 2026. You will pay only a quarter of the standard rate , which still represents a substantial saving. For entrepreneurs and lease drivers, it is smart to start planning for the future now.
