Car import duty in Malaysia, by brand
Import duty on a reconditioned car in Malaysia is 30% of the CIF value, plus excise duty (60–105% by engine size) and 10% SST — calculated after age-based depreciation.
Thinking of importing a reconditioned car from Japan, the UK or Australia? Pick a brand below to see estimated on-the-road (OTR) prices and exactly how Malaysian import duty, excise duty and SST are worked out — across 2,362 models and 42 brands. New to recon cars? Start with our recon car Malaysia guide.
How car import duty is calculated in Malaysia (2026)
Malaysian customs (Kastam) stacks three taxes on a reconditioned import, then age-based depreciation is applied to the FOB value before the taxes are worked out. This is the same formula our calculator and AI assistant use on every quote.
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Frequently asked questions
How much is import duty on a car in Malaysia?
For a reconditioned non-ASEAN car, import duty is 30% of the CIF value, plus excise duty of 60%–105% (by engine size and body type), plus 10% SST on top. Depreciation based on the car’s age is applied to the value first, which lowers the tax on older units.
What is a recon (reconditioned) car?
A recon car is a used car imported as a complete unit (CBU) from markets like Japan, the UK or Australia. 廣男講車 is a pre-order importer: once you book, a unit from Japan typically arrives in about 6–8 weeks.
Do electric vehicles still get the import-tax exemption in 2026?
No. Malaysia’s blanket CBU EV duty and excise exemption ended on 31 December 2025. From 2026 a taxed EV pays a flat 10% excise plus a 5% (China/ACFTA) or 30% (non-FTA) import duty.
Can you import any car, or only these brands?
We can quote and source far more than what is listed. These pages cover the 42 brands and 2,300+ models already in our pricing database — if your car isn’t shown, just ask Alita or message us and we’ll price it.
Do I need an AP to import a recon car into Malaysia?
Yes. Every reconditioned import requires an Approved Permit (AP). 廣男講車 is a PEKEMA-registered AP holder, so the AP, customs clearance and JPJ registration are handled for you.
How long does importing a recon car from Japan take?
About 6–8 weeks from booking to arrival in Malaysia for a unit sourced from Japan, with sourcing, shipping, customs and registration handled end-to-end.
Get an exact, itemised quote
The figures on this page are estimates. For an exact on-the-road price on a specific unit — with the real year, mileage and this week's Kastam exchange rate — ask Alita, our AI assistant, or message us directly. We reply in Cantonese, Mandarin, English or Malay.
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Estimates are for guidance only and assume a fresh recon unit at the current weekly Kastam exchange rate; the final on-the-road price depends on the exact year, mileage and registration costs. 廣男講車 (Cantonese Guy) is a PEKEMA-registered AP holder based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.