Utah Car Registration Renewal Cost
Renewing a typical car's registration in Utah costs about $157.50 per year in state fees (a 3-year-old gas car). Use the calculator for your own car; every fee comes from Utah's official schedule (last reviewed October 7, 2026).
| Registration | $44 |
|---|---|
| Age-based uniform fee | $110 |
| Driver ed + uninsured motorist | $3.50 |
| Renewal total | $157.50 |
Estimate of state renewal fees only. Your renewal notice shows the exact amount, including local fees.
What you pay when you renew in Utah
A renewal repeats only the yearly registration charges. The title fee, any transfer fee, new plates and the sales tax are paid once, when you buy or first register the car.
| Registration | $44 |
|---|---|
| Age-based uniform fee | $110 |
| Driver ed + uninsured motorist | $3.50 |
| Renewal total | $157.50 |
- Some counties add corridor and air-quality fees.
Utah renewal cost by car age
Part of the Utah fee depends on the car's age or value, so the renewal changes over time (same car, $32,000 MSRP):
| New (1st year) | $197.50 |
|---|---|
| 3 years old | $197.50 |
| 5 years old | $157.50 |
| 8 years old | $127.50 |
| 12 years old | $97.50 |
How Utah sets the registration fee
- Registration = base + uniform age-based fee + driver ed + uninsured motorist + corridor fee (listed counties) + air pollution fee (listed counties) + powertrain fee
- Total = tax + title + registration + doc fee
How to renew in Utah
Renew online, by mail or in person with the Utah motor vehicle agency. The renewal notice shows the exact amount, including any county or city fees, and what you need (usually proof of insurance). Official source: dmv.utah.gov.
Buying a car in Utah instead?
The first registration also includes the title and sales tax: see the Utah car sales tax calculator and the Utah title transfer cost.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to renew a car registration in Utah?
About $157.50 per year in state fees for a typical 3-year-old gas car (Registration $44, Age-based uniform fee $110, Driver ed + uninsured motorist $3.50). Some counties add corridor and air-quality fees.
How often do you renew your registration in Utah?
Every year for a standard passenger car.
Does the renewal cost go down as the car gets older in Utah?
Yes. Utah ties part of the fee to the car's age or value: about $197.50 in the first year versus $97.50 for a 12-year-old car.
Do electric cars pay more to renew in Utah?
Yes, about $180 more at each renewal, a fee that replaces the gas tax EV owners don't pay.