Luxury Vehicle Duties Raised in Budget 2026-27 to Balance Tariff Cuts

Pakistan’s automotive sector is adjusting to a dual-layered policy environment following the announcement of the Federal Budget 2026-27. While the government is systematically lowering core customs, additional customs, and regulatory duties to meet international trade commitments and IMF-backed reform tracks, it has simultaneously moved to penalize high-end consumption.

To compensate for potential revenue losses resulting from broad tariff reductions, the FBR has introduced a steep hike in the Federal Excise Duty (FED) targeting the luxury vehicle segment.

The Strategy: Special Excise Duties on High-End Autos

The revised taxation model heavily penalizes internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles with massive engine displacement, alongside premium electric vehicles (EVs). Under the newly passed guidelines, the Special Excise Duty (SED) on luxury vehicles is structured as follows:

• Vehicles from 2,000cc to 3,000cc: A heavy 86% Special Excise Duty applies to imported luxury cars falling within this engine displacement band.
• Vehicles Exceeding 3,000cc: For the ultimate premium tiers, the SED scales up to an aggressive 92%.
• Premium Electric Vehicles (EVs): High-end imported electric vehicles are no longer exempt from luxury taxes. If an imported luxury EV carries a value exceeding Rs20 million, it will face the enhanced duty structure.

Crucially, the budget introduces an amendment dictating that the special excise duty on luxury EVs and high-end combustion vehicles will be calculated based on the vehicle value denominated in **US Dollars**, shielding revenue collection from local currency fluctuations.

Contrasting Relief for Public and Clean Mobility

While the premium luxury niche faces high barriers, the budget extends critical policy support toward localized clean transportation. Import duty incentives for Completely Knocked Down (CKD) kits for electric bikes, three-wheelers, commercial buses, and local EV cars have been extended through June 30, 2027. Furthermore, imported electric trucks designed for commercial infrastructure projects enjoy a highly concessional sales tax rate of just 1%.

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