Calculate VRT for any Volkswagen import in Ireland using official 2026 rates. Estimates for Golf, Tiguan, Passat, Polo, and the all-electric ID.4, including NOx levy and EV relief eligibility.
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Irish Tax & Import Experts | Updated Feb 2026
Volkswagen VRT depends heavily on model and engine. The Polo and Golf petrol models typically sit in the mid-range CO₂ bands, while diesel Tiguan/Passat variants attract both higher VRT and a NOx levy. The ID.4 is fully electric and pays the lowest 7% rate, often qualifying for the full €5,000 EV relief if OMSP is under €40,000.
| Vehicle Type | Example Model | OMSP | Est. VRT |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electric | VW ID.4 | €42,000 | €0 (Relief Capped) |
| Petrol Hatch | VW Golf 1.5 TSI | €28,000 | ~€4,500 |
| Diesel SUV | VW Tiguan 2.0 TDI | €38,000 | ~€7,200+ |
| Diesel Estate | VW Passat 2.0 TDI | €34,000 | ~€6,100 |
Based on official Revenue.ie VRT rates and valuation methods.
Volkswagen imports fall under Category A passenger vehicles, so VRT is a percentage of the Open Market Selling Price (OMSP) Revenue assigns, based on the WLTP CO₂ band. Diesel Tiguan and Passat models typically carry a NOx levy, while the fully electric ID.4 pays the lowest 7% rate and may qualify for EV relief.
Scenario: VW Golf 1.5 TSI, OMSP €28,000.
Note: Actual rates depend on the official band for your CO₂ value and the OMSP Revenue assigns to your specific Volkswagen model and trim.
Usually yes. The Tiguan's larger size and typically higher CO₂ emissions (especially diesel variants) place it in a higher VRT band, combined with a higher OMSP due to its premium SUV pricing.
Not automatically. The ID.4 is zero-emission and pays the lowest 7% VRT band, and may qualify for up to €5,000 EV relief on vehicles with an OMSP up to €40,000, tapering to zero relief at €50,000.
The NOx levy is calculated separately from VRT, based on the vehicle's NOx emissions in mg/km, and is capped at €4,850 for diesel models.
Use the WLTP CO₂ figure from the vehicle's V5C registration certificate or Certificate of Conformity (CoC). This is the figure Revenue uses to determine the applicable VRT band.
R-Line trim typically increases the OMSP Revenue assigns to the vehicle compared to base trim, which increases the VRT amount since VRT is calculated as a percentage of OMSP.