2025 Electric Vehicle SCT Rates and Tax Brackets

📊 2025 - 2026 Current Electric Vehicle SCT Rates and Tax Base Limits

In Turkey, the price of an electric vehicle is determined by two key factors: the maximum power produced by the engine (kW) and the tax-free bare price invoiced by the factory. Here is the current table:

*Important Note: Tax base (tax-free price) limits can be updated at any time according to exchange rate increases or inflation with Presidential decisions published in the Official Gazette. Following current limits is critical for budget planning.

⚠️ What is the "Tax Base Trap"? Don't Lose 600,000 TL with 1 TL!

The situation known as the "Tax Base Trap" in the automobile market is felt much more acutely in electric vehicles. The 1,450,000 TL limit in the table above is the vehicle's tax-free, pure factory price. If the tax-free price of an electric vehicle increases by just 1 TL to 1,450,001 TL due to exchange rate or cost increases, the SCT rate suddenly jumps from 10% to 40%.

This mathematical leap means that when you wake up one morning, you see a massive price increase of 500,000 TL to 650,000 TL in the vehicle's key delivery (sales) price. That's why global giants like Tesla, Togg, Renault, and BYD simplify equipment packages or apply region-specific software power limitations (kW limiting) to keep the tax-free prices of vehicles just below this "critical threshold."

Which Popular Models Fall into Which Tax Bracket? 🚗

Just because a vehicle is electric does not automatically mean it is "cheap." As performance increases, the tax burden increases exponentially:

Economic and Domestic Heroes

• ✅ TOGG T10X (V1/V2 RWD): Thanks to the logistical advantage of being domestically produced, it manages to stay in the 10% bracket even in its most equipped packages.
• ✅ Tesla Model Y (Rear-Wheel Drive): Tesla developed special software for the Turkish market to fix the engine power at 159 kW, thus achieving the 10% SCT advantage.
• ✅ Renault Megane E-Tech & Zoe: Leaders in urban use, they are unchanging members of this advantageous bracket due to their low kW power.
• ✅ BYD Atto 3 & Dolphin: The most ambitious models of the Chinese giant target the 10% bracket thanks to their efficiency.

High Power (60% SCT)

• 🏎️ Tesla Model Y (Long Range / Performance): They fall into the highest tax bracket because they are dual-motor and far exceed the 160 kW limit.
• 🏎️ Porsche Taycan / Audi e-tron: Among the fastest in the world, these models have a tax burden of 60%.
• 🏎️ Mercedes EQS / BMW iX & i7: These "walking palaces" at the pinnacle of luxury are in the top bracket due to both their prices and massive kW power.
• 🏎️ Volvo EX90: This model, a symbol of safety and power, is also in the 60% group.

"New Game Plan" for Chinese-Origin Electric Vehicles 🇨🇳

Turkey applies a 40% additional customs tax on vehicles of all fuel types (BYD, Chery, MG, Skywell, Leapmotor, etc.) imported from China to protect domestic production and curb the current account deficit. This situation makes the "very cheap" image of Chinese electric vehicles in Europe somewhat challenging in Turkey.

📢 However, the Development That Will Mark 2026:

Brands that decide to establish a factory directly in Turkey and receive an "Investment Incentive Certificate" (such as BYD, which established a facility in Manisa) will be exempt from this heavy 40% additional customs tax. This situation may create a competitive advantage worth millions of lira in the prices of Chinese-origin electric vehicles to be produced in Turkey in the next 1-2 years compared to their competitors. If you are setting up a company fleet, following such macroeconomic developments is vital to protect your capital. At LenaCars, we closely monitor these investments and always update our fleet with the most advantageous new models.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) About Electric Vehicle SCT and Financing ❓

How much is the MTV (Motor Vehicle Tax) for electric vehicles?

The MTV rates for electric vehicles are significantly lower compared to their internal combustion engine counterparts. Fully electric vehicle owners pay only 25% (a quarter) of the MTV that gasoline vehicle owners of the same age and value pay. This is one of the biggest side advantages that reduce the total cost of ownership (TCO) of the vehicle.

What happens to the second-hand price if an electric vehicle moves from the 10% bracket to the 40% bracket?

This situation creates a "price explosion" in the market. The price of a model whose zero kilometers price suddenly increases by 500-600 thousand TL will also quickly rise in the second-hand market. However, this does not mean you can sell the vehicle at that price; because the demand base for a vehicle entering the high tax bracket suddenly narrows and its liquidity decreases. You can completely eliminate this financial risk by renting from LenaCars.

Are all versions of Togg T10X in the 10% SCT bracket?

Currently, yes. Togg follows a strategic pricing policy to keep the Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) V1 and V2 models within the advantageous 10% bracket. However, future Dual Motor (AWD) 4x4 performance versions will legally have to fall into the 60% top bracket due to their high kW power.

Do hybrid vehicles also benefit from this low SCT?

No. This is a very confusing issue. The low rates we are talking about are only for "Fully Electric" (BEV) vehicles. Standard hybrid or mild-hybrid vehicles are still taxed based on internal combustion engine volume (1.6L, etc.). Only "Plug-in Hybrid" (PHEV) vehicles are subject to new incentive studies under certain conditions (such as over 70 km range).

Do I have a tax advantage when renting an electric vehicle?

In corporate leasing, definitely yes. You can show the entire rental invoice as an expense (within legal limits) and deduct it from corporate tax. Also, the low SCT burden on electric vehicles reduces the purchase cost for the leasing company (LenaCars), which directly reflects as "lower installments" on your monthly rental fee.

Is there a significant cost difference between charging at home and at a station?

The real savings of an electric vehicle start with "home charging" (AC). Charging with the tariff at home or workplace means approximately 1/10 (one-tenth) the cost of a gasoline vehicle. However, this cost increases at public DC fast charging stations and can approach approximately 1/3 or 1/2 the cost of a gasoline vehicle. Still, in every scenario, an electric vehicle is more economical.