How can I find out how many BHP my car has?

Enter your registration number in the BHP checker above. We retrieve the engine capacity from DVLA records and show you a typical BHP range for that engine size and fuel type. For the exact figure, check your V5C logbook or the manufacturer's specification sheet.

Does the DVLA record BHP?

No. The DVLA records engine capacity (in cc) but not BHP (brake horsepower). BHP is a manufacturer specification. We estimate a typical BHP range based on the engine size and fuel type recorded by DVLA.

Where can I find the exact BHP for my car?

The exact BHP is listed in your V5C logbook, the manufacturer's specification sheet for your model and year, or on the manufacturer's website. Performance variants of the same model can have significantly different power outputs even with the same engine size.

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Typical BHP by Engine Size

Engine Size	Petrol BHP Range	Diesel BHP Range	Typical Use
Under 1.0L (1,000cc)	65–115 bhp	Rare	City cars
1.0–1.2L	80–130 bhp	70–115 bhp	Superminis
1.4–1.6L	100–160 bhp	90–130 bhp	Family hatchbacks
1.8–2.0L	130–200 bhp	115–185 bhp	Family cars, SUVs
2.0–3.0L	200–320 bhp	190–310 bhp	Performance, large SUVs
Over 3.0L	280–700+ bhp	250–450 bhp	Sports cars, luxury

These are typical ranges for standard UK-market vehicles. Performance variants, tuned engines, and specialist models will differ significantly. Always verify with your V5C logbook or manufacturer specification.