2026 ÖTV Rates and Their Effect on Car Prices

ÖTV (Special Consumption Tax) is the single biggest determinant of a new car's price. In this article, we take a detailed look at the ÖTV rates in effect in 2026 and their impact on vehicle prices.

2026 ÖTV Rates

Gasoline and Diesel Vehicles

ÖTV Rates by Engine Displacement:

Electric Vehicles

ÖTV Advantages for Electric Vehicles:

• Under 85 kW: 10% ÖTV (unchanged)
• 85-120 kW: 25% ÖTV (unchanged)
• Above 120 kW: 60% ÖTV (unchanged)

Positive Development: The taxable-value threshold for electric vehicles was updated, bringing more models under the reduced ÖTV rate.

Hybrid Vehicles

ÖTV rates for hybrid vehicles continue to vary by engine power:

• Full Hybrid: 25-40% range
• Plug-in Hybrid: 25-50% range

Impact on Prices

ÖTV remains the single largest line item in a new car's price. Within the same body type, once engine displacement crosses 1.6 liters or the taxable value moves up a bracket, the resulting price difference can far exceed any difference in equipment. That's why, when comparing across segments, it's important to look not just at brand and equipment but at the ÖTV bracket too.

The situation for electric vehicles:

• The 10% ÖTV advantage continues for motors under 85 kW
• The ÖTV rate rises noticeably for models above 120 kW
• As a result, an electric model's motor power is as important a decision factor as its price

Disability ÖTV Exemption: The Current Limit

Under Communiqué No. 16 on ÖTV, which took effect January 1, 2026, the exempt sale-price ceiling for vehicles eligible for the disability ÖTV exemption was set at 2,873,900 TRY. For passenger cars, the engine-displacement limit is 1.6 liters; for electric vehicles, the motor-power limit is 160 kW. See our ÖTV-Exempt Vehicles page for who qualifies and the current list of eligible models.

Taking Advantage of Tax Benefits

For Electric Vehicle Buyers

ÖTV Advantage Calculation:

Example: An electric SUV with a list price of 2,000,000 TRY

For Hybrid Buyers

Hybrid vehicles offer a 10-15% lower ÖTV advantage compared to their gasoline equivalents.

How ÖTV Brackets Work for Gasoline/Diesel Vehicles

ÖTV rises in steps based on the taxable value (invoice price). A price just above a threshold can trigger a much higher tax rate than one just below it:

That's why, when upgrading a model's trim level, it's essential to ask the dealer whether the invoice price will cross into the next ÖTV bracket. A few thousand lira of extra equipment can translate into tens of thousands of lira in additional tax if it pushes you into a higher bracket.

Recommendations for Buyers

1. Consider electric: ÖTV advantages provide significant savings.
2. Choose your trim level carefully: Check whether the invoice price will cross into the next ÖTV bracket.
3. Track campaigns: Brand campaigns combined with tax advantages lower the total cost.
4. Check disability exemption eligibility: Significant savings are possible on eligible models below the 2,873,900 TRY limit.

Conclusion

No radical change was made to the general ÖTV rates in 2026; the real movement was in updating the disability exemption limit and continuing incentives for electric vehicles.

With the right vehicle choice and timing, you can maximize the benefit of these tax advantages. If you're financing with a loan, weigh the net cost after ÖTV alongside the calculations in our 2026 Car Loan Interest Rates article.

Visit our Vehicles page for current prices, and our Electric Vehicles list for electric options.