The categorization of vehicle CO2 emissions is crucial for UK drivers to understand, as it affects both environmental impact and vehicle tax rates. This guide provides a detailed overview of the CO2 emission bands, helping you make informed decisions when purchasing a vehicle.
CO2 Emissions (g/km) | Diesel Cars (TC49) that meet RDE2 & Petrol Cars (TC48) | All Other Diesel Cars (TC49) | Alternative Fuel Cars (TC59) |
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0g/km | £0 | £0 | £0 |
1 to 50g/km | £10 | £30 | £0 |
51 to 75g/km | £30 | £135 | £20 |
76 to 90g/km | £135 | £175 | £125 |
91 to 100g/km | £175 | £195 | £165 |
101 to 110g/km | £195 | £220 | £185 |
111 to 130g/km | £220 | £270 | £210 |
131 to 150g/km | £270 | £680 | £260 |
151 to 170g/km | £680 | £1,095 | £670 |
171 to 190g/km | £1,095 | £1,650 | £1,085 |
191 to 225g/km | £1,650 | £2,340 | £1,640 |
226 to 255g/km | £2,340 | £2,745 | £2,330 |
Over 255g/km | £2,745 | £2,745 | £2,735 |
CO2 emission bands play a significant role not only in environmental conservation but also in the economic aspects of owning a vehicle in the UK. Each band signifies a range of CO2 emissions measured in grams per kilometer (g/km) that a vehicle emits. The lower the emissions, the lower the vehicle tax rate, incentivizing the adoption of more environmentally friendly vehicles. As you consider your next vehicle purchase, keep these bands in mind for their potential impact on both your wallet and the environment.
This guide is also available in Welsh (Cymraeg).
For more detailed tax rates and exceptions, please visit the UK Government's vehicle tax rate tables.