Virginia Vehicle Tax & Fee Calculator

Estimate your real out-the-door price in Virginia with state tax, county surtax, title, and registration fees itemized.

Virginia Out-the-Door Calculator

This is an informational estimate only and not legal or tax advice. Actual fees may vary.

How Virginia vehicle taxes and fees are calculated

Virginia's 4.15% motor vehicle sales tax is lower than the general 5.3% sales tax — a vehicle-specific reduced rate. Northern Virginia dealers should note the NVTA 0.7% surcharge that applies in the NoVA/I-95 corridor region on general retail, but not on motor vehicle titling.

Virginia vehicle tax quick-reference

Vehicle tax rate 4.15% motor vehicle sales and use tax
Trade-in credit Trade-in value deducted before tax is applied
Title fee $15
EV / hybrid fee $116/yr EV fee
Tax authority Virginia Dept. of Motor Vehicles

Virginia sales tax on vehicles

This calculator uses the 4.15% motor vehicle sales and use tax rate for Virginia. Trade-in value deducted before tax is applied. Exact local rates vary by county and municipality. For more information, see Virginia duplicate title and temporary tag process.

Title and registration fees in Virginia

Title fees in Virginia are $15 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: $116/yr EV 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 Virginia Dept. of Motor Vehicles.

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