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Connecticut auto loan calculator

Connecticut's state vehicle sales-tax rate is about 6.35% (cities and counties can add more). The calculator is preset for Connecticut.

$675.73 / month

Amount financed
$33,723
Sales tax
$2,223
Total interest
$6,821
Balance over MonthBalance ends near $0 at 60.$0$8k$17k$25k$34k01224364860Month

How it works

Connecticut taxes the price after the trade-in allowance. On a $35,000 car with a $10,000 trade-in, tax applies to $25,000 — about $1,588 instead of the $2,223 you'd owe with no trade. Sales or use tax is collected when the vehicle is titled and registered.

Connecticut's effective property tax rate is among the ten highest in the country and varies widely by town, so two similar homes a few miles apart can carry very different bills. Homes sell quickly in the current market. Local add-on tax rates and documentation fees vary by dealer and county, so treat the preset rate as a starting point and confirm the exact figure on your paperwork.

Frequently asked questions

What is the car sales tax rate in Connecticut?
Connecticut's state vehicle sales/use tax rate is about 6.35%. On a $35,000 car that's about $2,223 before any local add-on rates.
Does a trade-in lower the sales tax in Connecticut?
Yes. Connecticut taxes the price after the trade-in allowance, so a $10,000 trade-in on a $35,000 car means tax is charged on $25,000 — about $1,588 instead of $2,223.
When is the sales tax on a car due in Connecticut?
Sales or use tax is collected when the vehicle is titled and registered, either by the dealer at purchase or by you at the DMV for a private-party sale.
What other fees apply to a car purchase in Connecticut?
Beyond sales tax you'll pay title and registration fees and, at most dealers, a documentation fee. These vary by dealer and county; the calculator lets you enter them.

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