The cost to register a car in Utah depends primarily on the age and weight of the vehicle, with additional fees based on vehicle type and fuel type.
Base Registration Fees by Vehicle Age (Passenger Cars, Light Trucks, SUVs,
Vans)
- Less than 3 years old (model years 2023-2025): $150
- 3 to less than 6 years old (2020-2022): $110
- 6 to less than 9 years old (2017-2019): $80
- 9 to less than 12 years old (2014-2016): $50
- 12 or more years old (2013 & older): $10
These are uniform statewide age-based fees
Weight-Based Base Registration Fee
- Up to 12,000 pounds: $44
- Over 12,000 pounds: $69.50 plus $19 for each additional 2,000 pounds over 14,000 pounds
Additional Statewide Fees
- Automobile Driver Education Fee: $2.50 (applies to all vehicles except those with Purple Heart plates)
- Uninsured Motorist Identification Fee: $1 (exemptions apply for Purple Heart plates, state-owned vehicles, and fleet vehicles)
- Hybrid electric vehicle fee: $21.75 extra
- Plug-in hybrid electric vehicle fee: $56.50 extra
Summary
The total cost to register a car in Utah will be the sum of:
- The age-based registration fee (from $10 to $150 depending on vehicle age)
- The weight-based base fee (starting at $44 for most passenger vehicles)
- Additional fees such as the driver education fee ($2.50), uninsured motorist fee ($1), and any hybrid or plug-in hybrid fees if applicable.
For example, a 2-year-old passenger car weighing under 12,000 pounds would pay $150 (age fee) + $44 (weight fee) + $2.50 + $1 = approximately $197.50 plus any applicable county fees
. This fee structure reflects Utah’s approach to registration costs, which vary by vehicle age, weight, and type to cover infrastructure and safety costs effectively.
