What is the car sales tax rate in Florida for 2025?

Florida's sales tax on vehicle purchases is 6% of the sale price, with no additional state-level car tax on top of that. Some counties add a surtax—Broward County adds 0.5%, Miami-Dade adds 1%, and Palm Beach adds 0.5%—so your total rate typically ranges from 6% to 7% depending on where you buy and register the vehicle. The tax is calculated on the actual sale price, not the manufacturer's suggested retail price. When you finance a car, the sales tax is usually rolled into your loan amount rather than paid upfront, which means you'll pay interest on it over time. If you're trading in a vehicle, Florida allows you to subtract the trade-in value from the sale price before calculating tax, which can lower your tax bill noticeably. For example, if you buy a $20,000 car and trade in a $5,000 vehicle in Broward County, you'd pay tax on $15,000 instead of $20,000. The dealer typically handles the tax and title paperwork when you buy, but it's smart to understand the numbers going in. Elite Edge shops multiple lenders and real dealer inventory across South Florida, so you see exactly what you're financing before committing. Get a free 60-second pre-qualification at eliteedgeautobroker.com/PreQualify to see what your actual payment would be with tax included, or text (954) 907-2386 to talk through the numbers.

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