Car registration and title fees in New Jersey
New Jersey: registering a 2022 gas car (3,500 lb) costs about $71.50 a year. An electric car pays $250.00–$290.00 a year more.
Title on a dealer purchase: $60.00.
Estimate of government fees. Your renewal notice or DMV calculates the final amount.
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Yearly lines for a 2022 gas car
| Line | Group | Amount | Set by |
|---|---|---|---|
| Passenger car registration (1 year, by weight and age) | Registration & plates | $71.50 | NJ Motor Vehicle Commission |
Electric vehicles
- Zero-emission vehicle annual fee (on top of registration): $250.00–$290.00 (NJ Motor Vehicle Commission)
Hybrids and plug-in hybrids
Value-based or property taxes
We found no yearly value-based vehicle tax in New Jersey's official sources.
Title fees
| Line | Group | Amount | Set by |
|---|---|---|---|
| Title fee (no lien) | Title | $60.00 | NJ Motor Vehicle Commission |
Late fees
We found no late-renewal fee amount in New Jersey's official pages.
Official tools: NJ MVC 4-Year Registration Fee Calculator (new cars, incl. ZEV) · NJ MVC Registration and Title Fees · NJ Division of Taxation Motor Vehicle Casual Sales FAQ
Sources
- NJ Motor Vehicle Commission: Registration and Title Fees
- NJ Division of Taxation: Motor Vehicle Casual Sales Frequently Asked Questions
- NJ Motor Vehicle Commission: How To Get A Title For A New Vehicle
FAQ
How much does it cost to register a car in New Jersey?
About $71.50 a year for a 2022 gas car of 3,500 lb (estimate from the official fee schedule).
Does New Jersey charge an extra fee for electric cars?
An electric car pays about $250.00–$290.00 a year more than the same gas car, from the official fee pages.
How much is a title in New Jersey?
$60.00 on a dealer purchase, from the official fee schedule.
Is there a yearly car property tax in New Jersey?
We found no yearly value-based vehicle tax in New Jersey's official sources.