What is the car sales tax in Connecticut?

The state base car sales/use tax rate in Connecticut is 6.35%. Local (city/county) taxes can add more on top of this rate.

What is the dealer doc fee in Connecticut?

A typical dealer documentation (doc) fee in Connecticut is about $599.

What are the title and registration fees in Connecticut?

The title fee in Connecticut is about $25. Registration is about $180.

Dealer fee data

Connecticut car sales tax, doc fee, title & registration

State base sales/use tax

6.35%

This is the Connecticut state base rate. Local (city/county) taxes can add more on top.

Fees at a glance

State sales/use tax: 6.35%
Dealer doc fee: $599
Title fee: $25
Registration: $180

Dealer doc fee: $599
Title fee: $25
Registration: $180

How fees work in Connecticut

Rate 6.35% (7.75% over $50k); doc fee uncapped (typ. $500–$599).

Common questions

What is the car sales tax in Connecticut?: The state base car sales/use tax rate in Connecticut is 6.35%. Local taxes can add more.
What is the dealer doc fee in Connecticut?: A typical dealer documentation fee is about $599.
What are the title and registration fees in Connecticut?: The title fee is about $25. Registration is about $180.

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Figures are estimates for the Connecticut state base rate and typical fees. Local (city/county) taxes can add 1–3% in many areas, dealer doc fees vary, and some states base registration on vehicle value, weight, or age. Trade-in tax credits and special vehicle regimes are not reflected.