2026 rates from official Delaware sources. No signup, nothing stored.
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Passenger car, 5,000 lbs or less | $40.00 |
| Late renewal (penalty) | $20.00 |
| Electric vehicle fee (under 6,000 lbs; plug-in hybrid $85, non-plug-in hybrid $60) | $110.00 |
A single flat $40 covers passenger cars up to 5,000 pounds. Delaware has no sales tax on vehicles but charges a document fee based on the purchase price instead. Alternative fuel fees took effect October 2025 and scale with both weight and fuel type.
Renewal cycle: annual.
Estimates only. Your state motor vehicle agency issues the final bill. This page does not collect or store anything you enter.