Expensive Car Supplement - This is an additional premium on cars with a 'list price' (the published price of the vehicle before it's registered
for the first time and before any discounts are applied) of more than £40,000 (£50,000 for Electric vehicles).
This rate only needs to be paid for 5 years (from the
second time the vehicle is taxed).
First-Year 'Showroom' Tax - This applies to cars registered after April 2017, for the first time. The rate is based on the vehicle's CO2 emissions. From year two, the standard rate applies.
For the current vehicle tax rate tables, visit: https://www.gov.uk/vehicle-tax-rate-tables
To check a vehicle's CO2 emissions, enter the registration number at: https://vehicleenquiry.service.gov.uk/?locale=en
Note: The total tax cost should be checked with the seller before purchasing any vehicle.