🔥 Trending Singapore COE Quota: Category A Certificates Dip Amidst Slight Overall Increase

The Certificate of Entitlement (COE) system in Singapore is a quota-based system that controls the number of vehicles on the road. The quota for each category is announced periodically by the Land Transport Authority (LTA).

Latest COE Quota for Category A

For the bidding period covering August to October 2026, the overall COE quota has seen a slight increase of 0.2% ². However, specifically for Category A (Cars up to 1,600cc and 97kW), the quota is set to decrease again ².

While the exact numerical quota for Category A for this specific period is not detailed in the provided sources, it is confirmed that the quota for this category will be going down ². This reduction contrasts with Category B, which will see a 6.2% increase in its quota ².

Understanding COE Categories

The COE system divides vehicles into several categories, each with its own quota and premium. Category A is specifically for:

• Non-fully electric cars: With an engine capacity up to 1,600cc and a maximum power output up to 97kW (130bhp) ⁸.
• Electric cars: With a maximum power output up to 97kW (130bhp) ⁸.

This distinction is important as it affects the demand and, consequently, the premium prices for COEs in each category.

Recent COE Premium Trends

Despite the upcoming decrease in the Category A quota, recent bidding exercises have shown some fluctuations in premiums. In the second July 2026 bidding exercise, Category A COE premiums fell to S$126,000 ³. This was part of a broader trend where premiums for Categories A, B, and C eased after previous highs ⁶⁷.

The COE system is dynamic, with quotas and premiums influenced by factors such as vehicle deregistrations and new vehicle demand. Temporary Certificates of Entitlement (TCOEs) for Categories A, B, and D are valid for 6 months ¹.