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Cat A dips, Cat B, D & E rise
Update 21 Jan: COE results for Jan 2026 2nd bidding exercise: Cat A, B & D up; Cat C & E ease
The latest Certificate of Entitlement (COE) premiums for Jan 2026’s first bidding exercise were released at 4:00 PM on 7 Jan 2026. Compared to the 2nd bidding exercise of Dec 2025, the overall picture is mixed, with some categories easing while others climbed.
COE remains one of the biggest cost drivers for vehicle ownership in Singapore, as it can meaningfully shift the final on-the-road price of a new (or used) vehicle. For many buyers, it also influences timing decisions, loan sizing and whether to consider a different model or category where applicable.
COE results at a glance
Here is the official breakdown for Jan 2026’s first bidding exercise:
| Category | Previous COE ($) | New COE ($) | Difference ($) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | (Cars ≤ 1,600cc & ≤ 97kW) | 109,501 | 102,009 | -7,492 |
| B | (Cars > 1,600cc or > 97kW) | 115,102 | 119,100 | +3,998 |
| C | Goods Vehicles & Buses | 77,003 | 75,503 | -1,500 |
| D | Motorcycles | 8,081 | 8,689 | +608 |
| E | Open Category (Excl. Motorcycles) | 119,000 | 122,000 | +3,000 |
Quick take: Category A and C moved down, while Category B, D and E moved up. This keeps the “mixed” narrative intact, instead of a broad-based rally or pullback across the board.
What each COE category covers
Category A is for cars with engine capacities up to 1,600cc and output not exceeding 97kW (130bhp). It also covers electric vehicles (EVs) up to 110kW (147bhp), which is why many family-friendly, mass-market models and smaller EVs are commonly tied to this category.
Category B covers cars above 1,600cc or above 97kW, including EVs beyond 110kW. This usually includes larger SUVs, premium marques, higher-performance variants and many higher-powered EVs.
Category C is for goods vehicles and buses. Businesses that rely on vans, lorries or fleet vehicles often watch this category closely as COE premiums can feed into operating costs and, over time, pricing for deliveries and services.
Category D is strictly for motorcycles. Demand here can be influenced by commuting preferences, delivery needs and general cost-of-living considerations.
Category E (Open Category) can be used for any vehicle type (excluding motorcycles). Because it offers flexibility, it is often monitored as a bellwether for broader demand, especially where buyers or dealers want the option to register different vehicle types.
Stay updated (official sources)
Motorists, businesses and riders who want to keep track of COE movements and quotas can refer to these official resources for reliable, up-to-date information:
- LTA statistics page (quota details, statistics and publications on the vehicle population).
- OneMotoring COE Open Bidding portal (live bidding information and results during each exercise).
With these references, motorists and businesses can track quota updates, follow bidding movements and make more informed decisions on when to commit to a purchase or renewal. 😊
Jan 2026’s first bidding exercise delivered a split outcome: Category A and C came off, while Category B, D and E nudged higher. For buyers, riders and businesses, the key takeaway is that COE conditions can differ meaningfully by category, so it helps to track the specific segment that matters most and budget with some flexibility.
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