Dealer fee data

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

State base sales/use tax

4.875%

The state base car sales/use tax rate in New Mexico is 4.875%. Verify any local component for your registration address.

Fees at a glance

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

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