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Rhode Island auto loan calculator

Rhode Island's state vehicle sales-tax rate is about 7.00% (cities and counties can add more). The calculator is preset for Rhode Island.

$680.29 / month

Amount financed
$33,950
Sales tax
$2,450
Total interest
$6,867
Balance over MonthBalance ends near $0 at 60.$0$8k$17k$25k$34k01224364860Month

How it works

Rhode Island 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 $1,750 instead of the $2,450 you'd owe with no trade. Sales or use tax is collected when the vehicle is titled and registered.

Rhode Island's property tax rate is above the national average and varies by city and town, and coastal wind exposure adds to insurance costs in a small but high-priced 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 Rhode Island?
Rhode Island's state vehicle sales/use tax rate is about 7.00%. On a $35,000 car that's about $2,450 before any local add-on rates.
Does a trade-in lower the sales tax in Rhode Island?
Yes. Rhode Island 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 $1,750 instead of $2,450.
When is the sales tax on a car due in Rhode Island?
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 Rhode Island?
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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