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German road tax calculator (Kfz-Steuer)

Estimate yearly Kfz-Steuer from CO2, engine size, and fuel type with a practical Germany-focused calculator.

CO2 based

g/km

Engine size

ccm

Fuel type

petrol or diesel

Engine-size tax share

€32

CO2 tax share

€66

Estimated yearly tax

€98

Estimate guidance

A practical Kfz-Steuer estimate before you dig into full registration details

This calculator is intentionally simple. It gives a quick Germany-focused estimate from CO2, engine size, and fuel type, which is useful for comparisons and planning.

What this tool is best for

Quick tax comparisons

Useful when you want to compare likely yearly road tax between vehicles before going deeper into total cost.

Germany-specific research

Useful when you need a simple Germany-focused estimate instead of broad international tax information.

Pre-purchase planning

Helpful when reviewing engine size, emissions, and fuel type as part of a buying or replacement decision.

Move from estimate to cost tracking

After the estimate, track tax alongside reminders, renewals, documents, fuel, and maintenance in Fahrnex.

Frequently asked questions

How does this Kfz-Steuer calculator estimate yearly tax?

It uses a simplified Germany-oriented model based on CO2 emissions, engine size, and fuel type. That makes it useful for quick comparisons and rough yearly planning.

Is this the exact official tax amount?

No. It is an estimate tool, not an official tax notice. Real registration details, exemptions, and specific vehicle categories can change the exact result.

Why include CO2, engine size, and fuel type?

Those are the key practical inputs people usually know first when comparing vehicles and trying to estimate German road tax quickly.

What should I track beyond Kfz-Steuer?

Track insurance, fuel or charging cost, maintenance, documents, service history, and reminder dates too. That gives a much clearer view of total vehicle running cost.