stamp duty on vehicles in victoria

In Victoria, “stamp duty” on a car is the State Revenue Office’s polite way of welcoming you to ownership with a percentage haircut. It’s calculated on the vehicle’s dutiable value (generally the purchase price including GST, and Luxury Car Tax if it applies). Rates vary by vehicle type and price bracket: passenger cars use tiered scales, while commercial vehicles run on a different scale. Both new and used cars attract duty, and it’s on top of rego, TAC and plates—naturally.

As a rough guide, budget a few percent of the purchase price; on a $40,000 car you’re typically in the low-thousands, while premium-priced passenger cars can step into higher tiers. For the exact rate on your specific car, use the SRO Victoria calculator or confirm with your dealer before you sign anything.