Free Tennessee Car Sales Tax Calculator
Work out the Tennessee car sales tax on a new or used car. Tennessee charges sales tax (7%) plus local tax on the first $1,600. Your trade-in lowers the taxable price.
Tennessee car sales tax rules
- Tax type: Sales tax (7%) plus local tax on the first $1,600
- Rate used in the calculator: 7%
- Local taxes: Local tax applies only to the first $1,600 of the price. A state single-article tax of 2.75% also applies to the next $1,600 (at most $44).
- Trade-in credit: Yes, up to the price of the car you buy.
- Manufacturer rebates: Taxed: tax is figured on the price before the rebate.
- Also note: Manufacturer rebates do not reduce the taxable price. The calculator leaves out the single-article tax (at most $44).
Tax on common car prices in Tennessee
| Price | Tax | Tax with $5,000 trade-in | Price + tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| $10,000 | $741.76 | $391.76 | $10,741.76 |
| $20,000 | $1,441.76 | $1,091.76 | $21,441.76 |
| $30,000 | $2,141.76 | $1,791.76 | $32,141.76 |
| $40,000 | $2,841.76 | $2,491.76 | $42,841.76 |
| $50,000 | $3,541.76 | $3,191.76 | $53,541.76 |
Other costs when you buy a car
On top of the tax, expect title, registration and plate fees, and a dealer documentation fee. Check whether the car fits your budget with the car affordability calculator, or compare with a lease.
Frequently asked questions
How much is sales tax on a car in Tennessee?
Tennessee charges sales tax (7%) plus local tax on the first $1,600. Your trade-in lowers the taxable price.
How much tax will I pay on a $30,000 car in Tennessee?
About $2,141.76 at 7%, or $1,791.76 with a $5,000 trade-in. Title, registration and plate fees are extra.
Does a trade-in reduce car sales tax in Tennessee?
Yes, up to the price of the car you buy.
Do local taxes apply to cars in Tennessee?
Local tax applies only to the first $1,600 of the price. A state single-article tax of 2.75% also applies to the next $1,600 (at most $44).
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