Arizona Vehicle Tax & Fee Calculator
Estimate your real out-the-door price in Arizona with state tax, county surtax, title, and registration fees itemized.
Arizona Out-the-Door Calculator
How Arizona vehicle taxes and fees are calculated
Arizona charges a Vehicle License Tax (VLT) in lieu of property tax, calculated as 60% of MSRP × 2.89% declining each year. The VLT is separate from sales tax and must be itemized.
Arizona vehicle tax quick-reference
| Vehicle tax rate | 5.6% state + local (avg total ~8–9%) |
| Trade-in credit | Trade-in value deducted before tax is applied |
| Title fee | $4 |
| EV / hybrid fee | $32.50/yr alternative fuel vehicle fee |
| Tax authority | Arizona Dept. of Revenue |
Arizona sales tax on vehicles
This calculator uses the 5.6% state + local (avg total ~8–9%) rate for Arizona. Trade-in value deducted before tax is applied. Exact local rates vary by county and municipality. For more information, see Arizona duplicate title and temporary tag process.
Title and registration fees in Arizona
Title fees in Arizona are $4 for a standard vehicle. Registration fees vary by vehicle weight, plate type, and in some counties, local surcharges. EV and hybrid owners should also budget for the annual road-use fee: $32.50/yr alternative fuel vehicle fee.
All values are estimates for informational purposes only and may not reflect the exact amounts charged in your county or city. Always verify with Arizona Dept. of Revenue.
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