IPVA 2026 em SP fica 2,51% mais caro; veja como consultar o imposto do seu carro

The São Paulo State Finance and Planning Department (Sefaz-SP) released on Monday, the 15th, the consultation of the market values ​​of vehicles for the payment of the 2026 IPVA (Tax on Motor Vehicle Ownership).

Vehicle owners can now check their vehicle tax amount through Sivei (Vehicle System) , a page on the Sefaz-SP website. To do so, simply enter the license plate number . Soon, the 2026 IPVA (Vehicle Property Tax) will be available for payment through the banking network.

Vehicle tax (IPVA) 2.51% more expensive

Compared to 2024, on average, the tax was 2.51% more expensive, as vehicles showed an average appreciation in the same proportion.

The survey by Fipe (Fundação Instituto de Pesquisas Econômicas) covers 13,571 models and versions of vehicles from all brands. The research is based on retail sales prices in September/October 2025.

Tax rates

The IPVA (Vehicle Property Tax) rates in São Paulo for private vehicles remain the same: 4% for passenger cars; 2% for motorcycles and similar vehicles, single-cab pickup trucks, minibuses, buses, and heavy machinery; in addition to 1.5% for trucks and 1% for rental company vehicles .

For next year, the exemption from IPVA (Vehicle Property Tax) continues for vehicles powered by hydrogen and hybrids with electric motors and flex-fuel combustion engines powered by ethanol, with a value of up to R$ 250,000. Buses or trucks powered exclusively by hydrogen or natural gas – including biomethane – will also have the benefit.

The new measure for 2026 will be the exemption from IPVA (Vehicle Property Tax) for all motorcycles , mopeds, and scooters up to 150cc owned by individuals with regular registration and licensing. The proposal from the São Paulo State Government was sent to the Legislative Assembly for a vote under an expedited procedure.

Cars exempt from IPVA (Vehicle Property Tax) in São Paulo:

The total vehicle fleet in the state of São Paulo is approximately 30.1 million vehicles. Of this total, 19.2 million are subject to tax, while 9.9 million are exempt because they are more than 20 years old.

Approximately 1 million vehicles are considered exempt, immune, or excused from payment. The list includes vehicles belonging to taxi drivers, people with disabilities, churches, non-profit organizations, official vehicles, and urban buses/minibuses.

Payment methods

Vehicle owners can pay their 2026 IPVA (Vehicle Property Tax) in full, with a discount, or in installments. See below for the payment options for cars, pickup trucks, buses, minibuses, and motorcycles:

Cash price:

• Single payment in advance in January with a 3% discount;
• Single payment in February, no discount.

Installments:

• In up to 5 installments, from January to May.

Payment of the 2026 IPVA (Vehicle Property Tax) can be made online, at self-service terminals or other channels offered by the banking institution, at lottery outlets, and with a credit card at companies accredited by Sefaz-SP (São Paulo State Finance Department).

At accredited banks, simply provide the Renavam (National Vehicle Registration) number at over 900 financial institutions.

In the state of São Paulo, taxpayers can also pay via Pix using a QR code, generated exclusively on the Sefaz-SP website.

Late payment

Those who fail to pay the tax are subject to a fine of 0.33% per day of delay and default interest based on the Selic rate. After 60 days, the percentage of the fine is fixed at 20% of the tax amount.

If the IPVA (Vehicle Property Tax) remains unpaid, the debt will be registered as an active debt, and the owner’s name will be included in the State’s Debt Registry.

It is worth noting that non-payment also prevents the vehicle from being re-licensed. After the deadline set by Detran-SP for licensing, the vehicle may be impounded, with a fine imposed by the traffic authority and seven points added to the driver’s license (CNH – Carteira Nacional de Habilitação).

See below the payment schedule for the 2026 IPVA (Vehicle Property Tax) in São Paulo: