As the electric vehicle revolution transforms the global automotive market, in Turkey, this process has become more than just an eco-friendly choice, turning into a strategic financial move. The 10% incentivized tax bracket offered compared to the high SCT rates applied to internal combustion engines makes electric vehicles the rising star of the Turkish market. However, the invisible fine line between "Engine Power (kW)" and "Tax-Free Price (Tax Base)" can change the price of your dream car by 30% overnight. Here is the updated tax table for the 2025 - 2026 period, ways to protect yourself from the "Tax Base Trap," and all the critical financial details you need to know.
While the tax system for traditional gasoline or diesel vehicles has been based on "engine cylinder volume" (1.0L, 1.6L, 2.0L, etc.) for years, the system for fully electric vehicles (BEV) has completely modernized, focusing on "Engine Power (kW)" and "Vehicle's Tax-Free Factory Price (Tax Base)." The government applies a very low tax bracket of 10% (in Turkish tax conditions) to comply with the European Green Deal processes and support the "affordable electric vehicle" segment, including our domestic production Togg.
Why Should You Rent an Electric Vehicle Instead of Dealing with This Complex Process? Technology in the electric vehicle world is changing so rapidly that a car you buy today as "state-of-the-art" may become outdated in terms of battery capacity or charging speed in 2 years. More importantly, a "Tax Base Update" decision published in the Official Gazette overnight can suddenly decrease or increase the second-hand value of your vehicle by hundreds of thousands of lira. Instead of taking on this tax uncertainty, technological obsolescence risk, and battery health concerns, renting from LenaCars' modern electric vehicle fleet is the most logical solution. When you rent, you are not affected by tax bracket changes, you don't deal with second-hand value loss, and you minimize the risk of range loss in winter with LenaCars' always well-maintained and latest generation heat pump vehicles. You just enjoy the quiet and economical drive, and we manage the financial and legal risks.
However, benefiting from this tax advantage is literally dependent on a "knife-edge" balance. Let's take a closer look at the current figures that will directly affect your pocket, the software maneuvers brands make to stay within these limits, and the future of the market.
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:
| Engine Power Threshold (kW) | Tax-Free Price (Tax Base) | SCT Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 160 kW and Below | Not Exceeding 1,450,000 TL | 10% 🌟 |
| 160 kW and Below | Exceeding 1,450,000 TL | 40% |
| Above 160 kW | Not Exceeding 1,350,000 TL | 50% |
| Above 160 kW | Exceeding 1,350,000 TL | 60% 🏎️ |
*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.
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."
Just because a vehicle is electric does not automatically mean it is "cheap." As performance increases, the tax burden increases exponentially:
10% ADVANTAGEOUS GROUP
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.
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.
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.
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.
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).
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.
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.
Electric vehicle technology, tax legislation, and tax base limits can change in seconds. Instead of buying the vehicle and taking on the uncertainty of second-hand value loss and tax risk alone, rent from LenaCars to use the latest technology with fixed costs and 100% confidence. Leave the maintenance, tax, and all operational issues to us; just drive the future!
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As the electric vehicle revolution transforms the global automotive market, in Turkey, this process has become more than just an eco-friendly choice, turning into a strategic financial move. The 10% incentivized tax bracket offered compared to the high SCT rates applied to internal combustion engines makes electric vehicles the rising star of the Turkish market. However, the invisible fine line between "Engine Power (kW)" and "Tax-Free Price (Tax Base)" can change the price of your dream car by 30% overnight. Here is the updated tax table for the 2025 - 2026 period, ways to protect yourself from the "Tax Base Trap," and all the critical financial details you need to know.
While the tax system for traditional gasoline or diesel vehicles has been based on "engine cylinder volume" (1.0L, 1.6L, 2.0L, etc.) for years, the system for fully electric vehicles (BEV) has completely modernized, focusing on "Engine Power (kW)" and "Vehicle's Tax-Free Factory Price (Tax Base)." The government applies a very low tax bracket of 10% (in Turkish tax conditions) to comply with the European Green Deal processes and support the "affordable electric vehicle" segment, including our domestic production Togg.
Why Should You Rent an Electric Vehicle Instead of Dealing with This Complex Process? Technology in the electric vehicle world is changing so rapidly that a car you buy today as "state-of-the-art" may become outdated in terms of battery capacity or charging speed in 2 years. More importantly, a "Tax Base Update" decision published in the Official Gazette overnight can suddenly decrease or increase the second-hand value of your vehicle by hundreds of thousands of lira. Instead of taking on this tax uncertainty, technological obsolescence risk, and battery health concerns, renting from LenaCars' modern electric vehicle fleet is the most logical solution. When you rent, you are not affected by tax bracket changes, you don't deal with second-hand value loss, and you minimize the risk of range loss in winter with LenaCars' always well-maintained and latest generation heat pump vehicles. You just enjoy the quiet and economical drive, and we manage the financial and legal risks.
However, benefiting from this tax advantage is literally dependent on a "knife-edge" balance. Let's take a closer look at the current figures that will directly affect your pocket, the software maneuvers brands make to stay within these limits, and the future of the market.
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:
| Engine Power Threshold (kW) | Tax-Free Price (Tax Base) | SCT Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 160 kW and Below | Not Exceeding 1,450,000 TL | 10% 🌟 |
| 160 kW and Below | Exceeding 1,450,000 TL | 40% |
| Above 160 kW | Not Exceeding 1,350,000 TL | 50% |
| Above 160 kW | Exceeding 1,350,000 TL | 60% 🏎️ |
*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.
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."
Just because a vehicle is electric does not automatically mean it is "cheap." As performance increases, the tax burden increases exponentially:
10% ADVANTAGEOUS GROUP
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.
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.
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.
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.
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).
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.
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.
Electric vehicle technology, tax legislation, and tax base limits can change in seconds. Instead of buying the vehicle and taking on the uncertainty of second-hand value loss and tax risk alone, rent from LenaCars to use the latest technology with fixed costs and 100% confidence. Leave the maintenance, tax, and all operational issues to us; just drive the future!
Explore Electric Vehicle Fleet → 📞 24/7 Uninterrupted Information Line10 dk
7 dk
12 dk
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Türkiye'nin en geniş araç filosu ile güvenli ve konforlu yolculuklar.