Question 1

How much road tax does a used petrol car pay in Luxembourg?

Accepted Answer

For a car first registered from 2001, it is the CO₂ figure × 0.6 × a band factor that starts at 0.5 up to 90 g/km and rises by 0.1 for each further 10 g. That is two-thirds of what a diesel with the same CO₂ pays, while a car first registered before 2001 is taxed on its engine size.

Question 2

Is a used petrol or diesel car better in Luxembourg?

Accepted Answer

A petrol car usually suits shorter trips and town driving better, as a diesel needs regular long runs to keep its particulate filter clear. A diesel still makes sense for long daily commutes or towing, at a higher road tax for the same CO₂.

Question 3

What should I check on a used turbo petrol car?

Accepted Answer

That the oil has been changed on time, since small turbocharged engines are sensitive to it, and that the engine idles smoothly from cold. On a car with a dual-clutch automatic, check that it pulls away and shifts without judder.

Question 4

When does a used petrol car need its contrôle technique in Luxembourg?

Accepted Answer

The contrôle technique, the roadworthiness test, is due at four and six years from first registration, then every year. Re-registering a used car in your name at the SNCA needs a valid certificate.

Question 5

Which new petrol cars are sold in Luxembourg?

Accepted Answer

Compact hatchbacks and saloons such as the Mazda3, Audi A3, Cupra and SEAT Leon, Skoda Octavia, Hyundai i30 and Kia K4, small cars like the Dacia Sandero and Skoda Fabia, and SUVs including the Mazda CX-30, Cupra Formentor, Skoda Kamiq and Jeep Avenger. At the top sit the Porsche 911, Range Rover and Land Rover Defender, with manual or automatic gearboxes depending on the model.

Used petrol cars for sale in Luxembourg

Mercedes-Benz A 45 AMG A45 S AMG 4Matic+ Facelift AMG Speedshift DCT 8G

Mercedes-Benz C 63 AMG

VW T-Cross R-Line

VW T-Cross DSG Matrix 2ZKlima

VW T-Roc LIFE

VW T-Roc LIFE

Skoda Karoq Sportline

VW T7 Business LÜ 2.0 TSI 7-Gang-DSG

Cupra Leon VZ 2.0 TSI 7-Gang-DSG 4Drive

Skoda Karoq Sportline 2.0 TSI 7-Gang-DSG 4x4