How Queensland car stamp duty works
When you buy a car in Queensland, stamp duty is charged on the dutiable value, which is the price you paid or the market value, whichever is higher, including GST. Rate depends on the engine, so pick the type below. Heavy vehicles, caravans and trailers use different rules. The duty is paid to Queensland Revenue Office when the vehicle is registered or transferred into your name, so it sits on top of the purchase price and the usual registration costs.
Queensland car stamp duty rates
| Dutiable value | Rate |
|---|---|
| Hybrid or electric | $2 per $100 (to $100k); $4 over |
| 1 to 4 cylinders | $3 per $100 (to $100k); $5 over |
| 5 to 6 cylinders | $3.50 per $100 (to $100k); $5.50 over |
| 7 or more cylinders | $4 per $100 (to $100k); $6 over |
Current Queensland Revenue Office rates, as at 2026. Electric vehicles: Yes, a lower rate. Hybrid and electric vehicles sit in the lowest band at $2 per $100, which is built into the rate schedule rather than a temporary exemption.
What the duty comes to
| Car value | Stamp duty | Share of value |
|---|---|---|
| $15,000 | $450 | 3.00% |
| $25,000 | $750 | 3.00% |
| $40,000 | $1,200 | 3.00% |
| $60,000 | $1,800 | 3.00% |
| $90,000 | $2,700 | 3.00% |
Worked out from the same Queensland Revenue Office rates as the calculator. Figures assume a 4-cylinder car.
Common questions
How much is stamp duty on a $40,000 car in Queensland?
On a $40,000 car in Queensland, stamp duty is about $1,200, using current Queensland Revenue Office rates. Figures assume a 4-cylinder car. Use the calculator above for your exact value.
Do you pay stamp duty on an electric car in Queensland?
Yes, a lower rate. Hybrid and electric vehicles sit in the lowest band at $2 per $100, which is built into the rate schedule rather than a temporary exemption.
What is car stamp duty based on in Queensland?
Queensland works the duty out on the dutiable value, which is the price you paid or the market value, whichever is higher, including GST. Rate depends on the engine, so pick the type below. Heavy vehicles, caravans and trailers use different rules.
When do you pay car stamp duty in Queensland?
Stamp duty is paid when the vehicle is registered or transferred into your name, through Queensland Revenue Office. Budget for it on top of the purchase price and registration fees.
Related: QLD property stamp duty · all calculators. General information only, not tax or financial advice. Rates and electric-vehicle concessions change, so check Queensland Revenue Office for your situation.