New Jersey Vehicle Registration Fee Calculator
New Jersey registration depends on weight and age: a car under 3,500 lbs is $46.50/yr once it's more than two model years old ($59 when newer); a heavier car is $71.50 ($84 when newer). The title fee is $60. EVs owe a ZEV fee of $270 for the year beginning July 2026 (rising $10 each July), and new EVs pay four years up front.
Verified against official New Jersey sources on 2026-07-21. How we verify fees.
Your vehicle
- Registration feeOver 3,500 lbs, over 2 model years old$71.50
- Title fee$60.00
Estimate only — actual fees are set by your state and county at the time of registration. Data last reviewed 2026-07-21.
Good to know
- Seniors (65+) and people with disabilities take $7 off the passenger fee.
- New vehicles are registered for 4 years, so 4 years of fees (and the ZEV fee) are collected up front.
What determines vehicle registration cost in New Jersey?
- Vehicle weight (under/over 3,500 lbs)
- Model-year age (within 2 years costs more)
- ZEV fee for EVs
Frequently asked questions
How much is car registration in New Jersey?
$46.50/yr for a car under 3,500 lbs over two model years old, or $59 if newer; heavier cars are $71.50/$84. Seniors and people with disabilities get $7 off.
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Estimates here are informational — the state is the only source of an official quote.
Data last reviewed 2026-07-21.