EV Incentives & Rebates in Australia

State-by-state stamp duty exemptions, government rebates, and federal tax benefits. Last updated 2025.

Note: Incentive programs change frequently. Verify details with your state revenue office or a financial adviser before purchasing.

Federal Incentives (all states)

FBT Exemption (Novated Lease)

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EVs under the luxury car tax threshold ($89,332 in 2024–25) are exempt from Fringe Benefits Tax when financed via a novated lease through your employer. This is a significant tax saving — effectively reducing the cost of an eligible EV by $5,000–$15,000 for most employees.

Ask your employer's payroll or a salary packaging provider (e.g. SG Fleet, McMillan Shakespeare, Maxxia)

No Luxury Car Tax for Efficient EVs

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EVs with fuel consumption under 7L/100km equivalent are exempt from Luxury Car Tax (LCT) on the portion above the LCT threshold. This benefits buyers of premium EVs that would otherwise attract LCT.

Confirm with the ATO or your dealer for your specific vehicle

State & Territory Incentives

Australian Capital Territory

Best EV incentives in Australia. Stamp duty exemption, free registration, and interest-free loans still available.

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Stamp duty exemption— Zero stamp duty on new EVs purchased as primary vehicle

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Zero registration— Free registration for EVs for 2 years from new

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Interest-free loan— Sustainable Household Scheme: up to $15,000 interest-free loan for EV + charger

ACT has consistently offered the strongest incentives. The Sustainable Household Scheme is highly recommended — it covers EVs, home batteries, and solar at zero interest.

Victoria

Stamp duty exemption on new EVs under $68,740. Rebates previously available have ended.

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Stamp duty exemption— Zero stamp duty on new BEVs and PHEVs under the luxury car tax threshold ($68,740)

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$3,000 rebate— Was available for first 40,000 buyers. Program closed May 2023.

The stamp duty exemption alone saves ~$2,000–$3,500 on a mid-range EV. Victorian EV owners also previously faced a road-user charge (struck down by High Court in 2023).

New South Wales

Stamp duty exemption on EVs under $78,000. Active rebates have ended.

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Stamp duty exemption— Zero stamp duty on new EVs under $78,000 drive-away price

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$3,000 rebate— Was available on first 25,000 vehicles under $68,750. Closed April 2023.

The stamp duty exemption on EVs under $78k saves approximately $3,000 compared to an equivalent petrol car purchase.

Queensland

Stamp duty concession on EVs. No current government rebate program.

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Stamp duty concession— Reduced stamp duty rate for EVs and hybrids (lower rate than petrol cars)

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$3,000 rebate— Was available for vehicles under $58,000. Program closed June 2023.

QLD charges a lower stamp duty rate for EVs compared to petrol cars, but does not fully exempt them. The saving is smaller than NSW or VIC.

South Australia

Stamp duty exemption on new EVs. $3,000 rebate program has ended.

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Stamp duty exemption— Zero stamp duty on new EVs purchased from 28 Oct 2021

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$3,000 rebate— Was available on first 7,000 EVs under $68,750. Program exhausted.

SA offers a clean stamp duty exemption with no price cap announced — check current eligibility. The SA government has also invested in public charging infrastructure.

Western Australia

Stamp duty exemption on new EVs under $70,000.

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Stamp duty exemption— Zero stamp duty on new EVs and PHEVs with a dutiable value under $70,000

WA introduced stamp duty exemption from 10 May 2021. No cash rebate program currently active. Perth metro has good charging coverage but remote WA routes need careful planning.

Northern Territory

Territory-level EV incentives are limited. No stamp duty exemption or rebate program.

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No exemption— Standard stamp duty applies to EVs

NT has not introduced EV-specific stamp duty relief. The Federal FBT exemption still applies. Remote distances and limited charging infrastructure make EVs more challenging in NT — careful route planning is essential.

Tasmania

Stamp duty exemption on new EVs. No active rebate program.

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Stamp duty exemption— Zero stamp duty on new zero-emission vehicles

Tasmania's clean green-energy grid means EV emissions are extremely low (hydro-dominant). The stamp duty exemption is a solid saving. TAS has growing public charging via ChargeSmart TAS.

Using a novated lease?

The federal FBT exemption is the biggest available saving for most Australian EV buyers who are employees. Use our Running Cost Calculator to see how much you could save after factoring in the FBT exemption and lower running costs.

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