Minnesota charges motor vehicle sales tax (mvst) of 6.875% statewide on vehicles, with no local add-on. A trade-in does reduce the taxable price, which is real money on the deal.
MVST is 6.875% (up from 6.5% on July 1, 2023) and applies statewide with no local sales tax on vehicles.
Manufacturer rebates: DVS treats rebates that are applied at the time of sale as reducing the purchase price only when the dealer is not reimbursed; this run did not confirm the current DVS position, so rebates are not listed as a deduction. Verify before relying on it.
Leases of 120 days or more: MVST is paid up front on the total lease price (all scheduled payments plus down payment).
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Title | $8.25 |
| Registration (value-based) | ~$640 |
| Plates | $15.50 |
| Filing fee (title/new registration transaction) | $12.00 |
| Technology surcharge (each transaction) | $2.25 |
| Public Safety Vehicle fee (each transaction) | $3.50 |
| Local office surcharge (each transaction) | $1.00 |
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Pick your city for the exact combined rate where you register, plus what title and registration run there.
6.875%. Minnesota applies one rate statewide on vehicles, so it does not change from city to city.
Value of a motor vehicle taken in trade is deducted from the purchase price (Minn. Stat. 297B.01).
Title is $8.25. Passenger class registration tax = $10 + 1.575% of the manufacturer's suggested retail price (100% of MSRP in year 1, declining 10% per year to 10% in year 10, then $20 flat) per Minn. Stat. 168.013 subd. 1a. A $40,000 MSRP car: $10 + $630 = $640, plus plates $15.50 and filing/technology fees. Wheelage tax up to $20 in participating counties.
Yes, at $350. Minn. Stat. 168.27 subd. 31: lesser of $350 or 10% of the sale for sales/leases on or after July 1, 2025 ($275 from July 2024, $200 from July 2023).
upfront on total
Rates, fees, and rules change. These figures are estimates for planning, not tax advice; confirm the final numbers with the dealer and your state's motor vehicle agency before you buy.