Motor vehicle duty in Australia is a state/territory tax, so the rate depends on where you register, the dutiable value, vehicle type, and sometimes emissions or fuel type.
To calculate it: pick your state’s rules, find the rate/bracket for your car, multiply by the dutiable value (purchase price or market value, whichever applies), then add other on-road costs (CTP, rego, transfer fees; LCT if applicable).
The quickest method is your state’s official calculator (NSW, VIC, QLD, etc.) using the price—and sometimes the VIN—which spits out duty in under two minutes.
Dealers usually quote “drive‑away” with duty included; private sales don’t, so budget accordingly and keep paperwork tidy enough to make your accountant weep with joy.
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