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Michigan auto loan calculator

Michigan's state vehicle sales-tax rate is about 6.00% (cities and counties can add more). The calculator is preset for Michigan.

$673.28 / month

Amount financed
$33,600
Sales tax
$2,100
Total interest
$6,797
Balance over MonthBalance ends near $0 at 60.$0$8k$17k$25k$34k01224364860Month

How it works

Michigan is one of the few states that taxes the full purchase price with no credit for a trade-in. On a $35,000 car that's about $2,100 in sales tax regardless of what you trade in. Sales or use tax is collected when the vehicle is titled and registered.

Michigan caps taxable-value growth on a home until it is sold, so long-time owners often pay far less than a new buyer of the same house. The state offers only a limited trade-in credit on vehicle tax. 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 Michigan?
Michigan's state vehicle sales/use tax rate is about 6.00%. On a $35,000 car that's about $2,100 before any local add-on rates.
Does a trade-in lower the sales tax in Michigan?
No. Michigan is one of the few states that taxes the full purchase price with no credit for a trade-in, so the full $2,100 on a $35,000 car applies regardless of your trade.
When is the sales tax on a car due in Michigan?
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 Michigan?
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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