Arizona Registration Fees for a 2023 Chrysler Pacifica
Arizona registration fees for a 2023 Chrysler Pacifica total $600 to $950 in the first year. You pay this based on your trim's MSRP, which ranges from $37,000 to $55,000. The fees include Vehicle License Tax (VLT), $8 registration fee, $1.50 air quality research fee, and $0.25 compliance fee in ZIP 85284 like Maricopa County.
Arizona sets fees on your vehicle's assessed value. The state uses 60% of the MSRP. A base Pacifica at $37,000 has an assessed value of $22,200. A top trim at $55,000 has $33,000.
VLT costs $2.80 for every $100 of assessed value on new vehicles. Year one VLT runs $622 to $924. Add fixed fees for a total of $632 to $934. After year one, value drops 16.25% each year. VLT falls with it to a $10 minimum.
Here is a table for a mid-trim Pacifica with $46,000 MSRP:
| Year | Assessed Value | VLT | Total Fees (approx) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $27,600 | $773 | $783 |
| 2 | $23,110 | $647 | $657 |
| 3 | $19,370 | $543 | $553 |
| 4 | $16,217 | $454 | $464 |
| 5 | $13,582 | $381 | $391 |
Emissions Testing in ZIP 85284
In ZIP 85284, your 2023 Pacifica needs emissions testing. Tests cost $20 to $25. You pay extra for retests if you fail. Add this cost on top of registration fees.
Steps to Register Your Pacifica
Follow these steps to register:
- Buy Arizona auto insurance. Get at least $25,000 per person and $50,000 per accident for bodily injury. Add $15,000 for property damage.
- Gather your title or MVD receipt, VIN inspection if needed, and proof of ID.
- Go to an MVD office or use AZ MVD Now online.
- Pay the fees. Use the AZ VLT calculator with your exact MSRP for the right number.
Register for 2 years or 5 years to save on the registration fee. New vehicles like your Pacifica often qualify for 5 years.
Sidekick calculates your full costs, including these fees. Enter your Pacifica details for ZIP 85284 to see yearly totals.
Fees can change. Check azdot.gov for the latest info. Your VIN and exact MSRP set your true cost.