What is the car sales tax in New Mexico?

The state base car sales/use tax rate in New Mexico is 4.875%. Local (city/county) taxes can add more on top of this rate.

What is the dealer doc fee in New Mexico?

A typical dealer documentation (doc) fee in New Mexico is about $339.

What are the title and registration fees in New Mexico?

The title fee in New Mexico is about $3. Registration is about $60.

Dealer fee data

New Mexico car sales tax, doc fee, title & registration

State base sales/use tax

4.875%

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

Fees at a glance

State sales/use tax: 4.875%
Dealer doc fee: $339
Title fee: $3
Registration: $60

Dealer doc fee: $339
Title fee: $3
Registration: $60

How fees work in New Mexico

Vehicle excise ~4.875%; doc fee uncapped (~$339).

Common questions

What is the car sales tax in New Mexico?: The state base car sales/use tax rate in New Mexico is 4.875%. Local taxes can add more.
What is the dealer doc fee in New Mexico?: A typical dealer documentation fee is about $339.
What are the title and registration fees in New Mexico?: The title fee is about $3. Registration is about $60.

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Figures are estimates for the New Mexico 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.