Car VRT Calculator Ireland

Car VRT Calculator Ireland helps importers, dealers, and private car buyers estimate Irish Vehicle Registration Tax for newly registered or imported vehicles. It follows current Revenue guidance using Open Market Selling Price (OMSP), WLTP CO₂ emissions bands, vehicle age/depreciation and fuel type.

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Car VRT Calculator Ireland

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Rates Version: 2025 Updated

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This is the Irish market value Revenue uses for VRT calculation

Based on official Revenue.ie VRT rates and valuation methods.

How VRT Is Calculated for Cars in Ireland

For passenger cars (Category A), VRT is a percentage of the Open Market Selling Price (OMSP) that Revenue assigns to the vehicle, adjusted by the WLTP CO₂ band. For used imports, age and depreciation influence the OMSP used. Low-emission vehicles may qualify for reliefs or different treatment.

Key Inputs

  • OMSP – Revenue's assessed Irish market value of the car at the time of registration.
  • CO₂ emissions (WLTP) – Determines the VRT % band applicable to the vehicle.
  • Vehicle age & condition – Depreciation is reflected in the OMSP used for used imports.
  • Fuel type / Low-emission status – EVs/PHEVs may have partial or full VRT relief under prevailing rules.
  • NOx levy – A separate charge based on NOx emissions (if applicable).

Worked Example (Illustrative)

Scenario: Used 2020 petrol car imported from the UK, WLTP CO₂ = 120 g/km.

  • Revenue-determined OMSP: €18,500 (reflects age/mileage)
  • CO₂ band VRT rate: 17% (example rate for illustration)
  • VRT due: €18,500 × 0.17 = €3,145
  • + Any applicable NOx levy (calculated separately)

Note: Actual rates depend on the official band for your CO₂ value and the OMSP Revenue assigns. EVs/PHEVs may have reliefs.

Our Car VRT Calculators Ireland

Choose the calculator that matches your specific vehicle type for the most accurate VRT estimate.

General Car VRT Calculator

Calculate VRT for standard passenger cars and SUVs imported to Ireland. Covers all fuel types and emission bands.

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Used Car VRT Calculator

Specialized calculator for pre-owned vehicles with depreciation factors and age-related OMSP adjustments.

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Electric Vehicle VRT Calculator

Calculate VRT for electric vehicles including available reliefs and zero-emission benefits under current regulations.

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Luxury Car VRT Calculator

High-value vehicle VRT calculations with additional luxury tax considerations for expensive imports.

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Company Car VRT Calculator

Business vehicle VRT estimations including fleet considerations and commercial registration factors.

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Classic Car VRT Calculator

Vintage and classic vehicle VRT with age-related exemptions and special historic vehicle provisions.

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