What are PA vehicle registration fees and taxes?
Pennsylvania charges $48 for a one-year registration on passenger vehicles. Your 2021 BMW M3 in 19308 fits this group. Pay $96 for two years. PennDOT raised the fee from $45 on April 16, 2025.
Base Fees for Passenger Cars
Your BMW M3 counts as a passenger car. Retirees with income under $29,906 pay $12. Dealers pay $70 per year. Motorcycles cost $35.
Fees by Vehicle Type
| Vehicle Type | Fee Details |
|---|---|
| Trailers | Class 1: $15. Class 2: $15. Class 3: $46. Permanent: $223. |
| Recreational Trailers | Class 1: $15. Class 2: $44. Class 3: $115. Permanent: $537. |
| Farm Vehicles | Type A/B: $33. Type C: $68. Type D: $136. |
| Trucks | 8,000 lbs or less: $15 one year. Fees rise with weight. |
Taxes and Extra Costs
These fees form the base. Add these if they apply:
- Title fee: $72 for new titles.
- Lien recording: $36 per lien.
- Plate transfer: $11.
- County fees: Chester County adds $5 to $36 for local roads.
Pennsylvania skips statewide sales tax on registration. Commercial vehicles pay extra gross vehicle weight tax. For your BMW M3, plan on $48 base plus county fees.
Electric or Hybrid Fees from 2026
Electric vehicles pay a $250 Road User Charge for one-year registration. Plug-in hybrids pay $63. These fees replace gas tax to fund roads. Your gas-powered BMW M3 avoids them now.
Tips to Pay and Save
- Renew online at the PennDOT website. Skip lines and save time.
- Check your expiration date. New fees apply to renewals after July 2025.
- See if you qualify for the retiree discount. Submit proof of income under $29,906.
- Review Form MV-70S for the full fee list.
- Verify fees at www.pa.gov/dmv. Rates change each year. Renew on time to avoid late fees.
Sidekick tracks all your vehicle costs like registration. Enter your 2021 BMW M3 details to see total ownership costs in 19308.
Fees match 2025 updates. Check PennDOT for your exact amount.