In Ukraine, owners of high end car brands such as Ferrari, Lamborghini and Rolls-Royce have reportedly been exempted from the luxury transportation tax. This finding comes from a Bihus.Info analysis that examines the current list of vehicles deemed subject to higher taxation in the country.
The luxury tax applicable to Ukrainian owners of expensive automobiles stands at 25 thousand hryvnia, roughly equivalent to about 60 thousand rubles. The report notes that the 2022 Ferrari SF90, which was sold for around 650 thousand dollars, does not appear on the tax list. In a broader context, this particular Ferrari in a more deluxe configuration is owned by a 25 year old Ukrainian billionaire, Alexander Slobozhenko, who maintains a notable collection.
Similarly, several Rolls-Royce models are absent from the official list, including vehicles used by some members of parliament. In one case, Rolls-Royce Cullinan passes are utilized by business leaders who sit in the Verkhovna Rada. Among the owners mentioned are Stepan Ivakhiv, Suto Mamoyan, and Gennady Vatsak. It is also reported that Vatsak owns additional luxury cars, including a Rolls-Royce Ghost sedan and a Lamborghini Urus, which are not reflected on the tax list. Other brands such as McLaren and Alpina, along with certain Mercedes-Benz models, are also not included though they arguably fall under the same tax under the policy’s scope.
Moreover, there are gaps in the tax list that allow some vehicles to avoid the levy despite appearing on the official register. A notable issue involves incorrect engine displacement specifications for three Bentley models, which can create loopholes in the tax assessment process and complicate enforcement. This discrepancy highlights how administrative errors may impact taxation on luxury vehicles.
In related developments, reports indicate that incidents of misapplied rules and enforcement inconsistencies have been observed, underscoring the need for clearer guidelines and stricter verification procedures in the tax framework. Observers suggest that reforms to the vehicle tax system could bring greater transparency and reduce room for exploitation while ensuring that premium car owners contribute fairly to public revenue. The situation reflects broader conversations about equity in vehicle taxation and the balancing of policy aims with the realities of a diverse automotive market.