# From April 1, 2026 dozens of vehicles will face a bill of £5,690 for their Vehicle Excise Licence after rates were increased by Chancellor Rachel Reeves.

*business · news · 2026-04-10 · The Mirror*

## Key points

- From April 1, 2026, 59 models from 24 manufacturers face a £5,690 first-year VED charge.
- The Expensive Car Supplement threshold for electric vehicles rises from £40,000 to £50,000.
- A new mileage levy for electric vehicles starts April 2028, charging 3p per mile driven.
- Electric vehicles under £50,000 will no longer pay the Expensive Car Supplement from April 2026.
- The luxury car tax threshold remains £40,000 for petrol and diesel cars but increases for EVs.

**Companies:** Ford, BMW, Mercedes-Benz
**Countries:** United Kingdom

[Read the full story on The Mirror](https://www.mirror.co.uk/lifestyle/motoring/full-list-59-vehicles-now-36993566)

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