Starting in 2027, buyers of certain hybrid vehicles in Greece will face a significantly higher registration tax as the government reduces the current tax discount for low-emission models. Under the new law and related directives issued by the Independent Authority for Public Revenue (AADE), the change specifically affects hybrid cars emitting up to 50 grams of carbon dioxide per kilometre (g CO₂/km). Until the end of 2026, these vehicles qualify for a 75% reduction in registration tax — meaning buyers currently pay just one-quarter of the standard fee.
What Changes from 1 January 2027?
From 1 January 2027, the discount for these ultra-low-emission hybrids will be cut to 50%. As a result, buyers will pay half the standard registration tax instead of just 25%. In practice, this doubles the amount due. For example, if the pre-discount tax is €4,000, today’s discounted rate is €1,000 — but under the new rules, it will rise to €2,000.
The shift stems from the introduction of a uniform 50% discount for all hybrid electric vehicles, regardless of their CO₂ emissions. Currently, models emitting ≤50 g CO₂/km receive the larger 75% discount, while other hybrids are already capped at 50%. The reform effectively brings the former group in line with the latter.
How the Change Will Be Applied
AADE’s implementation circular outlines how customs offices will apply the new regime starting 1 January 2027. Relevant exemption codes V32 and V33 in the customs IT system will be updated so that newly registered hybrids fall under the unified 50% reduction.
The exact additional cost will vary by model, since registration tax depends on factors including taxable value and technical specifications. However, for any vehicle currently benefiting from the 75% discount, the 2027 tax liability will be double what it is today.
The new rules apply only to vehicles registered from 1 January 2027 onward — not to hybrids already on Greek roads. Registrations completed by 31 December 2026 will continue to benefit from existing reductions.
Transitional Arrangement for Mid-Range Emission Hybrids
A special transitional measure preserves the 75% discount for hybrids emitting up to 75 g CO₂/km — but only if they were imported into Greece between 1 November 2025 and 31 May 2026. This provision is particularly relevant for models emitting between 51–75 g CO₂/km, which would otherwise qualify for only the 50% discount. Special customs codes V38 and V39 have been designated for these cases.
The reform impacts a large segment of the market: hybrid vehicles now dominate new car sales in Greece.