Dealer fee data

Connecticut car sales tax, doc fee, title & registration

State base sales/use tax

6.35%

The state base car sales/use tax rate in Connecticut is 6.35%. Verify any local component for your registration address.

Fees at a glance

State base 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%. Verify any local component for your registration address.
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.

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