Transport tax for 190 hp. in: how much to pay and how to reduce the amount

If your car's power is 190 hp, then in 2026 the transport tax will be calculated at increased rates - this threshold belongs to the category “over 150 hp to 200 hp,” where the coefficients are higher than for cars up to 150 hp. The main problem of owners of such cars is difference in rates between regions: in Moscow tax for 190 hp. can cost 50–70 rubles per hp, and in the Krasnodar region - only 25–30 rubles. However, many do not take into account that multiplying factor for expensive cars (costing over 3 million rubles) the tax automatically increases by 10–60%.

In this article we will look at how to accurately calculate the tax on 190 hp. for your region, which hidden coefficients apply to premium foreign cars, and legal ways to reduce payments without the risk of fines. We will also provide an up-to-date table of rates for popular regions and explain why the owners BMW 5 Series, Audi A6 or Mercedes E-Class with 190 hp engine often pay 30–50% more than expected.

How is the tax calculated on 190 hp? in 2026

Formula for calculating transport tax for a car with a capacity of 190 hp. looks like this:

Tax = (Engine power) × (Region rate) × (Increasing factor) × (Number of months of ownership / 12)

Where:

• 📌 Power — always rounded to the nearest whole hp. (190 hp remains 190, even if the title indicates 189.9).
• 🏛️ Rate by region - set by local authorities (see table below).
• 💰 Increasing factor — applies if the price of the car is > 3 million rubles (the list of such cars is updated by the Ministry of Industry and Trade annually).
• 📅 Months of ownership — if a car is bought/sold within a year, the tax is calculated proportionally.

Example: for Toyota Camry 2.5 (190 hp) in Moscow with a coefficient of 1.1 (price ~3.2 million rubles) the tax will be: 190 × 50 rub. × 1.1 = 10,450 rub./year.

Current tax rates by region (2026)

Transport tax rates for 190 hp. vary from 15 to 150 rubles per hp. depending on the region. Below is data for the most populated constituent entities of the Russian Federation (for passenger cars with power over 150 to 200 hp):

Region	Rate (rub/hp)	Note
Moscow	50	For cars over 10 years old - 25 rubles/hp.
Moscow region	35	Benefits for large families (50% discount).
St. Petersburg	60	Increased rate for foreign cars.
Krasnodar region	25	One of the lowest rates in Russia.
Tatarstan	40	Benefit for labor veterans (100% discount).

⚠️ Attention: In some regions (for example, in Leningrad region) progressive bets apply - the more powerful the car, the higher the odds. So, for 190 hp. a rate of 45 rubles/hp may be applied, and for 200 hp. - already 55 rub./hp.

Increasing coefficients for expensive cars

If your car has 190 hp. included in list of the Ministry of Industry and Trade (price from 3 million rubles), an additional coefficient is applied to the tax:

• 💎 1.1 — for a car worth 3–5 million rubles. (for example, Volvo XC60 T5).
• 💎 2.0 — for a car 5–10 million rubles. (Porsche Macan S, Lexus RX 350).
• 💎 3.0 — for a car more than 10 million rubles. (Mercedes-AMG E53).

The list is updated annually, but many owners miss that the coefficient applies even if the car was purchased used and its current market value is below 3 million. For example, BMW 530e (190 hp) 2018 may now cost 2.8 million, but if in the year of production it was more expensive than 3 million, the coefficient remains.

Legal ways to reduce tax by 190 HP

It is possible to reduce transport tax without breaking the law. Here are proven methods:

Check whether your car falls into a preferential category (disabled people, veterans, large families).

Register a car for a relative with benefits (for example, a pensioner in the region with a 100% discount).

Reduce the engine power officially (chip tuning with changes to the PTS).

Sell your car before December 15th and no tax will be charged for the next year.

Check if the power in the title is underestimated (sometimes manufacturers indicate 185 hp instead of 190).-->

The most reliable way is registration of benefits. For example, in Moscow region large families pay 50% of the tax, and in Tatarstan labor veterans are completely exempt from payment. To do this, you need to submit an application to the tax office with supporting documents.

⚠️ Attention: Changing engine power through chip tuning is legal only if you:

1. You will be tested in an accredited laboratory.
2. Obtain a new design safety certificate.
3. You will make changes to the PTS through the traffic police.

Independent “rollback” of power without documents will lead to a fine of up to 5,000 rubles. when checking.

Frequent errors when calculating tax on 190 hp.

Many owners overpay due to ignorance of the nuances:

1. Ignoring the multiplying factor. For example, Audi A4 2.0 TFSI (190 hp) is often included in the list of the Ministry of Industry and Trade, but the owners do not check this.
2. Non-accounting of benefits. B Sverdlovsk region Pensioners are exempt from tax on one car, but this must be declared independently.
3. Rounding down power. The title may indicate 185 hp, but the actual power is 190 hp. (for example, at Skoda Octavia RS). The tax is calculated according to the real indicator.

Another trap - incorrect definition of car category. For example, crossovers like Toyota RAV4 (190 hp) are sometimes mistakenly classified as "passenger cars", although in some regions they are subject to increased rates as for "SUVs".

How to check if your car is on the list of the Ministry of Industry and Trade?

1. Go to the website Ministry of Industry and Trade.

2. Find the section “Transport tax” → “Lists of cars”.

3. Enter the make, model and year of your car.

4. If the model is on the list, check its average price at the time of release (even if it is cheaper now).

What to do if the tax is calculated incorrectly

If you receive a notification from the Federal Tax Service with an inflated amount, follow the algorithm:

1. Check the data:
   • 🔍 Power in PTS and notification.
   • 🔍 Is an increasing coefficient applied (if the car is more expensive than 3 million).
   • 🔍 Number of months of ownership (if the car was bought/sold within a year).
2. Collect evidence:
   • 📄 Copy of PTS (to confirm power).
   • 📄 Certificate from the traffic police (if the data in the PTS and the Federal Tax Service database do not match).
   • 📄 Evaluation report (if you dispute the coefficient).

Submit your application to the tax office or through personal account of the Federal Tax Service. The review period is up to 30 days.

If the tax office refuses to recalculate, go to court. Practice shows that in 80% of cases, plaintiffs win transport tax disputes if they provide a complete package of documents.

FAQ: Answers to frequently asked questions

Is it possible not to pay transport tax on 190 hp if the car is not running?

No. The tax is charged for the very fact of owning a vehicle, even if it is not in use. An exception is if the car is stolen (you must present a police certificate) or is listed as scrapped.

How do I know if the 1.1 factor applies to my car?

Check the model in list of the Ministry of Industry and Trade. If your car is on the list, the coefficient applies automatically, even if you bought it used for less than 3 million.

Is it possible to register a car in the name of a relative so as not to pay tax?

Technically, yes, but the tax office can recognize such a transaction as imaginary (Article 54.1 of the Tax Code of the Russian Federation) if it proves that you are the actual owner. It is safer to issue a power of attorney or transfer the car by deed of gift with actual transfer of rights.

Which regions of Russia do not charge tax for 190 hp?

Only preferential categories (disabled people, veterans, etc.) can be completely exempt from transport tax. However, in Chechen Republic and Republic of Ingushetia minimum rates - 5–10 rubles/hp.

What happens if you don't pay transport tax?

For each month of delay, a penalty is charged (1/300 of the Central Bank refinancing rate). After 6 months, the debt can be collected through court, and the car can be seized.