CT Car Tax Calculator

To calculate CT car sales tax: (Vehicle Price + Doc Fee + Accessories – Trade Value) × Tax Rate. Use 6.35% for amounts ≤$50,000 or 7.75% for amounts >$50,000. Extended warranties are always taxed at 6.35%.

CT car tax varies based on the total taxable amount. For a $40,000 car with typical fees, expect around $2,500-$3,200 in total taxes. Use our calculator above for exact amounts based on your specific purchase details.

The 7.75% tax rate applies to vehicles where the taxable amount (price + fees + accessories) exceeds $50,000. This higher rate was implemented to generate additional revenue from luxury vehicle purchases.

CT vehicle property tax is the sales tax paid at purchase. There’s no annual property tax on vehicles like real estate. The tax is calculated once when you buy the car and is based on the purchase price minus trade-in value.

No, Connecticut does not have annual property tax on vehicles like some other states. You only pay sales tax once when purchasing the vehicle. However, you will pay annual registration fees to the DMV.

For tax purposes, use the actual purchase price shown on your bill of sale. This includes the base vehicle price plus any dealer-installed accessories. Extended warranties and service contracts are taxed separately at 6.35%. Trade-in value reduces the taxable amount.