Electric Vehicle Incentives
The following incentives are available by state/territory. Customers should confirm their own eligibility and be aware that government programs are subject to funding limitations and eligibility criteria may change at any time, including during the period between placing your order and taking delivery of your vehicle.
Federal Incentives
AU |
- Electric Vehicle Registration & Tax: Luxury Car Tax
In Australia, fuel efficient vehicles attract less Luxury Car Tax, leading to a saving of up to $3,920. The Luxury Car Tax is levied at 33c on each dollar above a certain threshold. For most cars that threshold is $71,849 in 2022, however for fuel efficient vehicles including the Tesla Model S, Model 3, Model X, and Model Y, that threshold is $84,916.
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State Incentives
ACT |
- Incentives & Exemptions
New zero emissions vehicles (including electric vehicles) are eligible for a full stamp duty exemption. This applies to a vehicle that is purchased brand-new and has not previously been registered, or a demonstrator disposed of by a licensed vehicle dealer within one year of the date the demonstrator was first registered in the ACT.
New or used zero emissions vehicles purchased or acquired in the ACT from 24 May 2021 and before 30 June 2024 will receive two years of free registration. If eligible, the registration component of vehicle registration fees will be waived. All other relevant fees, charges, or levies related to registering a vehicle will remain.
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NSW |
- Incentives & Exemptions
From 1 September 2021, the NSW Government will offer a $3,000 rebate on the first 25,000 new battery electric vehicles with a Vehicle Subtotal (dutiable value) of less than $68,750 (including GST). The rebate cannot be used for the procurement of used and demonstrator vehicles.
The stamp duty exemption is available for new and used electric vehicles with a Vehicle Subtotal (dutiable value) up to and including $78,000 (including GST). From 1 November, eligible electric vehicles will be able to use Transit T2 and T3 lanes until at least 31 October 2022.
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SA |
- Incentives & Exemptions
From 28 October 2021, the SA Government will offer a $3,000 rebate on the first 7,000 new battery electric vehicles with a Vehicle Subtotal (dutiable value) of less than $68,750 (including GST). The subsidy is also available for demonstrator vehicles if the criteria of a demonstrator for the purposes of a stamp duty exemption are met. The rebate cannot be used for the procurement of used vehicles.
Additionally, new battery electric vehicles with a Vehicle Subtotal (dutiable value) of less than $68,750 (including GST) are eligible for three years of free registration (registration fee component only; other charges apply). The exemption is available for new electric vehicles first registered from 28 October 2021 and up to 30 June 2025.
- Am I eligible?
For eligible vehicles purchased from 28 October 2021, the EV rebate is available to South Australian residents and businesses with premises in South Australia. Subsidies are limited to one per individual person and two per business. The vehicles will be required to be registered in South Australia and must not have received a rebate in another jurisdiction. There is no restriction on when a vehicle was purchased to be eligible for a subsidy. Vehicles purchased before 28 October 2021 and registered for the first time after 28 October 2021 will be eligible.
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VIC |
- Incentives & Exemptions
From 2 May 2021, the VIC Government will offer a ZEV Subsidy of $3,000 on new zero emissions vehicles with a Vehicle Subtotal (dutiable value) of less than $68,740 (including GST). The subsidy is limited to 4,000 registrations in Victoria at this amount. A further 16,000 incentives will then be made available, however details for this stage of the scheme are yet to be confirmed.
Additionally, electric vehicles are exempt from the “luxury vehicle” rate of stamp duty, paying a flat rate of $8.40 per $200 of market value. All electric vehicles also receive a $100 annual discount on vehicle registration.
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WA |
- Incentives & Exemptions
From 10 May 2022, the WA Government will offer a ZEV Rebate of $3,500 on the first 10,000 new zero emissions vehicles with a Vehicle Subtotal (dutiable value) of $70,000 or less (including GST). The rebate is also available for demonstrator vehicles if registered on or after 10 May 2022. The rebate cannot be used for the procurement of used vehicles.
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Energy Incentives
Federal Incentives
Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme
The Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme creates a financial incentive for individuals and small business owners to install eligible small-scale renewable energy systems, including solar panels.*
It does this through the creation of small-scale technology certificates (STCs) based on each system’s expected power generation from the year of installation until 2030 when the scheme ends.
The scheme rewards the individual or small business owner for the renewable energy they’re producing, which reduces their requirement for electricity generated from non-renewable sources.
When you purchase a system from Tesla, you have the option to assign your STCs to Tesla in return for a discount on your system price.**
State Incentives
Home Battery Storage & Solar
Several states and local utility providers offer additional incentives for solar and home battery storage systems such as Powerwall. Incentives and subsides are typically offered by either making a claim after purchase or reflected as a reduction in the price of the purchase with your Tesla Certified Installer.
Below you can find subsidies and rebates currently available in each Australian state and territory.
State / Territory |
Powerwall Subsidies / Rebates |
Solar System and bundled Subsidies/ Rebates |
Further reading and eligibility requirements |
ACT |
NextGen Energy Storage Program offers eligible homes up to $3,500 or 50% off the battery price (excluding GST) – whichever is lowest. |
Sustainable Household Scheme offers eligible homes up to 10 years interest free loans from $2,000 to $15,000 for energy efficient upgrades. |
Visit the NextGen Energy Storage Program eligibility criteria here.
Visit the Sustainable Household Scheme eligibility criteria here. |
SA |
Up to $2,000 |
Low interest loans available, based on credit approval. |
Find more information on eligibility criteria here. |
VIC |
Eligible Victorian households can receive up to $3,500
Solar Victoria Virtual Power Plant (VPP) Pilot Program offers eligible customers access to rebates of $4,174 when purchasing Powerwall with the Tesla Energy Plan. |
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Visit the Solar VIC VPP Program rebate eligibility criteria here. |
NSW |
Empowering Homes Program offers eligible homes interest-free loans up to 10 years for:
- $9,000 home battery retrofit such as Powerwall to existing solar system
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Empowering Homes Program offers eligible homes interest-free loans up to 10 years for:
- $14,000 for new solar and Powerwall installations
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Visit the empowering Homes Program eligibility requirements.
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NT |
Home and Business Battery Scheme (HBBS). Up to $6,000 plus GST on Powerwall for residential and business customers. |
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For more information on eligibility criteria visit here.
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Continue to visit this website as state rebates and subsidies may change and states not listed currently may make subsidies available.
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All of the above incentives apply to eligible residential customers. Incentive programs are offered and administered by government agencies. Eligibility and availability vary and are outside of Tesla’s control. Most programs are limited to a total dollar amount that can be dispersed or will expire on a certain date. Be sure to visit the state programme’s website for the most up-to-date information on availability and redemption requirements.