Introduction:
As the government evaluates the federal budget for 2025–2026, one important proposal under consideration is raising taxes on cars with engines ranging from 1300cc to 1800cc. This change would result in a 2% increase in taxes on vehicles in this category if it were implemented.
Effect on Vehicle Costs:
The proposed tax adjustment is likely to influence the pricing of widely driven mid-sized cars, such as sedans and compact SUVs. Consumers eyeing vehicles in the 1300cc to 1800cc bracket may face higher purchase costs as a result of this potential tax revision.
Revised Toyota Pricing Overview:
The table below outlines the current and projected prices for select Toyota models and their variants, reflecting the anticipated impact of the tax hike:
| Model and Variant | Current Price (PKR) | Expected Price (PKR) |
| Yaris Sedan GLI MT 1.3 | 4,479,000 | 4,568,580 |
| Yaris Sedan ATIV MT 1.3 | 4,730,000 | 4,824,600 |
| Yaris Sedan GLI CVT 1.3 | 4,760,000 | 4,855,200 |
| Yaris Sedan ATIV CVT 1.3 | 5,604,000 | 5,716,080 |
| Yaris Sedan ATIV X CVT 1.5 Beige Int. | 6,215,000 | 6,339,300 |
| Yaris Sedan ATIV X CVT 1.5 Black Int. | 6,319,000 | 6,445,380 |
| Corolla Altis X Manual 1.6 | 5,969,000 | 6,088,380 |
| Corolla Altis 1.6 X CVT-i | 6,559,000 | 6,690,180 |
| Corolla Altis X CVT-i 1.8 | 6,889,000 | 7,026,780 |
| Corolla Altis 1.6 X CVT-i Special Ed. | 7,189,000 | 7,332,780 |
| Corolla Altis Grande X CVT-i 1.8 Beige Int. | 7,509,000 | 7,659,180 |
| Corolla Altis Grande X CVT-i 1.8 Black Int. | 7,549,000 | 7,699,980 |