Singapore’s COE system divides vehicles into five categories, each with its own quota and bidding price. Understanding which category applies to your vehicle is essential for planning your COE renewal.
Category A — Small Cars
Vehicles covered: Cars with engine capacity up to 1,600cc AND maximum power output not exceeding 97kW (about 130 bhp).
Examples: Toyota Vios, Honda Jazz, Mazda 2, Volkswagen Polo
Current PQP: Approximately S$121,000
Category A COEs are typically cheaper than Category B, making them popular for budget-conscious buyers. However, the price difference has narrowed significantly in recent years.
Category B — Large Cars
Vehicles covered: Cars with engine capacity above 1,600cc OR maximum power output exceeding 97kW.
Examples: Toyota Camry, Honda Accord, BMW 3 Series, Mercedes C-Class
Current PQP: Approximately S$119,000
Category B is the most popular COE category for mid-size and luxury vehicles. Prices have historically been among the highest due to strong demand.
Category C — Goods Vehicles & Buses
Vehicles covered: Goods vehicles and buses.
Examples: Lorries, vans, pickup trucks, minibuses, school buses
Current PQP: Approximately S$82,000
Category C COEs are essential for businesses that rely on commercial vehicles. The quota is typically smaller than passenger car categories.
Category D — Motorcycles
Vehicles covered: All motorcycles.
Examples: Honda CB500, Yamaha MT-07, Kawasaki Ninja
Current PQP: Approximately S$9,100
Category D has the lowest COE prices of all categories, reflecting the lower cost of motorcycles compared to cars.
Category E — Open (All Vehicles)
Vehicles covered: Any vehicle type — the most flexible category.
Current PQP: Approximately S$123,000
Category E COEs can be used for any vehicle type. They are typically the most expensive category due to their flexibility and are often used for luxury or high-performance vehicles that exceed Category B specifications.
Which Category Do I Need?
Your vehicle’s COE category is determined at the time of registration and cannot be changed. When renewing your COE, you will renew in the same category as your original COE.
Use our COE Renewal Calculator to estimate your renewal costs based on your vehicle’s category.
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