Electric car subsidy: what can you still expect in 2025?

The premium for electric cars is over. Since November 22, 2024, you no longer get 5,000 euros when purchasing an electric car. Still, you don't need to throw your plans in the trash just yet. Many tax benefits remain. We list everything.

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The Flemish premium: definitively a thing of the past

The Flemish Parliament drew a line through the purchase premium on November 6, 2024. Those who quickly ordered an electric car before November 22 could still claim up to 5,000 euros for a new or 3,000 euros for a second-hand one.

Why this decision? The original budget of 20 million euros proved far too tight. Sales of electric cars to private individuals doubled in 2024 compared to the previous year. The success proved fatal for the premium - the Flemish government under Matthias Diependaele (N-VA) decided to turn off the tap.

A new premium for 2025 or 2026? It's not coming. But there's also good news. For more information about the current mobility policy, you can visit the official website of the Flemish government.

These benefits do remain

2025: one more year without taxes

Buying an electric car in 2025? Then you pay no BIV and no annual road tax. Nothing at all.

That saves considerably in your wallet. An average family car on petrol already costs you 600 to 800 euros per year in taxes. For a diesel with Euro 6 standard, you pay even more.

From 2026: taxes, but a pittance

Minister of Finance Ben Weyts (N-VA) announced the new rates. From 2026 you pay:

· BIV: 61.50 euros (one-time)

· Annual tax: between 69.72 and 87.24 euros

Even a heavy Porsche Macan Electric stays under 90 euros per year. Compare that with the 500 to 1,500 euros you pay for a petrol or diesel car.

Golden tip: buy before 2026

Those who register their electric car before January 1, 2026, retain the current exemptions. Even with a later sale, the favorable scheme remains linked to the first registration date, although practical details can still be refined by the tax authorities.

Selling the car to your partner or children at the same address? No problem, the exemption remains. But with sale to third parties, the benefit lapses.

Company cars: there's music in that

100% deduction until end of 2026

For entrepreneurs and self-employed, electric company cars remain a top investment. Until the end of 2026, you deduct everything: purchase, lease, maintenance, insurance, winter tires and charging costs.

A company car on petrol or diesel? That's only 75% deductible in 2025. In 2026, that becomes 50%. By 2028, you deduct nothing at all.

What happens after 2026?

The deduction is gradually reduced, but remains interesting:

· 2027: 95%

· 2028: 90%

· 2029: 82.5%

· 2030: 75%

· 2031: 67.5%

VAA and CO₂ contribution are manageable

The Benefit in Kind remains low: minimum 1,650 euros in 2025 for cars up to 48,125 euros catalog value. A comparable petrol car can cost you 3,000 to 5,000 euros VAA.

The CO₂ contribution remains limited: for electric cars it's about 33 to 37 euros per month, depending on order date and CO₂ value. Diesels and petrol cars can run up to 150 euros per month.

How is it in Wallonia and Brussels?

In Wallonia and Brussels, there was never a premium for private individuals. Their taxes for electric cars:

· Wallonia: 61.50 euros BIV and 102.96 euros road tax per year (amount valid from July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026, annually indexed)

· Brussels: 74.29 euros BIV, approximately 101 euros per year

Flanders thus remains the most interesting, even without premium.

Your municipality can also do something

Various cities and municipalities have their own initiatives:

· Brussels gives SMEs up to 15,000 euros for replacement of old company cars

· Many municipalities support charging infrastructure at companies

· Via 'Clean Power for Transport', 2,500 public charging points will be added by 2030

Check with your own municipality what's possible - it varies greatly by location.

The calculation: does electric remain interesting?

Consumption

Charging at home at 0.30 euros/kWh costs about 5 euros per 100 kilometers. With petrol you're at 10 to 12 euros. That's double.

For those who need to charge on the road, there are various options. The Electra network, for example, with nearly 100 charging stations spread across Belgium, uses these rates:

· With Electra+ Boost subscription (9.99 euros/month): 0.39 euros/kWh

· With Electra+ Start subscription (1.99 euros/month): 0.49 euros/kWh

· Without subscription via the app: 0.59 euros/kWh

More info about the different subscription formulas and current prices can be found on the Electra website.

Maintenance

No oil changes, less brake maintenance due to regenerative braking, few moving parts. In practice, that can easily save 500 to 800 euros per year on maintenance costs.

Total picture

Looking at the Total Cost of Ownership over 4 to 5 years? Then electric cars often remain more advantageous. Especially if you drive more than 15,000 kilometers per year. After about 3 years you're break-even.

What everyone wants to know

Will there be a new premium?

No. The current government has other priorities.

When is it best to buy electric?

In 2025 for complete tax exemption that you retain. Wait until 2026, then you pay the new (low) rates.

How much do I save with a company car?

Until end of 2026: 100% deduction of all costs. VAA remains minimal at 1,650 euros. CO₂ contribution about 33 to 37 euros per month.

Where do I charge cheapest?

At home during off-peak hours remains most advantageous. For charging on the road, a subscription with fast-charging networks pays off. From 0.39 euros/kWh at various providers.

What does the future bring?

No new subsidies planned. Focus is on maintaining tax benefits and expanding charging infrastructure.

The balance

The direct premium is gone, that's true. But electric driving remains fiscally interesting. Especially 2025 is a good moment with complete tax exemption. For companies it remains a smart choice anyway with 100% deduction.

The difference you make especially in daily use. Cheaper fueling, less maintenance, quieter ride. Add to that that the charging infrastructure is getting better and better - with fast-charging stations up to 400 kW at strategic locations like supermarkets and highway restaurants.

The question is not whether electric driving is the future. The question is when you switch. And 2025 seems an excellent year.