There is no open EV rebate for buying an electric car in any Australian state or territory as at November 2026. The six state purchase rebates (Queensland, Western Australia, NSW, Victoria, South Australia, Tasmania) all closed between June 2023 and May 2025. What remains is the federal fringe benefits tax (FBT) exemption for electric cars on novated leases, which narrows from 1 April 2027, plus a few state duty and registration concessions.
This is independent desk research from government pages and the budget papers, not financial advice. Check the linked source before you sign anything.
Key facts
- As at November 2026, we found no open state or territory purchase rebate for an electric car in Australia, and no federal purchase rebate for households.
- The Queensland Zero Emission Vehicle Rebate (up to A$6,000) closed at 11:59pm on 2 September 2024, and the Western Australian rebate (A$3,500) ended on 10 May 2025.
- The federal FBT exemption for eligible battery electric cars still applies in November 2026, but the 2026-27 Budget moves cars over A$75,000 to a 25 per cent discount from 1 April 2027 and all eligible electric cars from 1 April 2029.
- Plug-in hybrids lost the FBT electric car exemption from 1 April 2025, according to the Treasury review of the electric car discount, for new arrangements entered into from that date.
- The Northern Territory offers free registration and a stamp duty concession of up to A$1,500 on eligible vehicles up to A$50,000 from 1 July 2022 to 30 June 2027.
- The Electric Vehicle Council reports plug-in vehicles were 25.8 per cent of new car sales in the first half of 2026, up from 12.1 per cent a year earlier, so sales grew while rebates ended.
Which state EV rebates have closed?
All six state purchase rebates have closed, and Queensland’s was the largest at A$6,000. The territories never ran a purchase rebate of this kind that we could find.
The chart compares the maximum rebate per vehicle in each state. The table has the closing dates and the source for each.
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| Maximum rebate | |
|---|---|
| Queensland | A$6,000 |
| Western Australia | A$3,500 |
| New South Wales | A$3,000 |
| Victoria | A$3,000 |
| South Australia | A$3,000 |
| Tasmania | A$2,000 |
Queensland offered the largest rebate (A$6,000), more than double Tasmania’s A$2,000, but none of the six can now be claimed by a new buyer.
The following table lists each state, what the scheme was, when it ended and what it covered, as checked in November 2026.
| State | Rebate | Closed | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Queensland | Up to A$6,000 | 2 September 2024 | Battery electric only, plug-in hybrids excluded; QRIDA |
| Western Australia | A$3,500 | 10 May 2025 | 14,424 rebates paid, A$50.484 million in total; WA Department of Transport |
| New South Wales | A$3,000 | 31 December 2023 | Purchase or deposit before that date still claimable; NSW Government |
| Victoria | A$3,000 | 30 June 2023 | ZEV subsidy, applications closed 6pm on that day; Solar Victoria |
| South Australia | A$3,000 | Purchases from 1 January 2024 not eligible | Claims for earlier contracts closed 31 December 2024; SA Treasury |
| Tasmania | A$2,000 | Closed (date not confirmed) | Listed as closed on the Tasmanian Government e-Transport page |
If a dealer or website says you can still claim one of these rebates for a new purchase today, ask for the government page that says so. The only exception is a purchase or deposit made before the closing date, such as the NSW cutoff of 31 December 2023.
Are electric cars still exempt from stamp duty?
Only in the Northern Territory, and in most other states the exemptions have ended or never existed. Duty and registration rules change often, so confirm the figure at your state revenue office.
- Northern Territory: a stamp duty concession of up to A$1,500 on eligible electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles valued up to A$50,000, plus free registration, from 1 July 2022 to 30 June 2027, per the NT Government. We could not open that page directly (it blocks automated access), so confirm the current terms there. Compulsory Motor Accidents Compensation charges still apply.
- ACT: zero emission vehicles paid no duty until 31 August 2025. From 1 September 2025 they pay A$2.50 per A$100 up to A$45,000, then A$1,125 plus A$4.00 per A$100 above that, per the ACT’s Motor Vehicle Duty Determination 2025 (DI2025-152), which is to be repealed from 1 February 2027.
- Queensland: electric and hybrid light vehicles pay A$2 per A$100 of dutiable value up to A$100,000, against A$3 per A$100 for a four cylinder petrol car, per qld.gov.au.
- Victoria: a “green car” (combined tailpipe emissions of 120 g/km or less, which includes electric cars) pays A$8.40 per A$200 at every price, per the State Revenue Office. Other cars pay the same rate only up to A$80,809.
- New South Wales: the duty exemption and rebate stopped applying from 1 January 2024, per Revenue NSW.
- Tasmania: the exemption covered registrations from 1 July 2021 to 30 June 2023, extended to 31 December 2023 for vehicles under a contract signed before 25 May 2023, per the State Revenue Office.
- South Australia: the three year registration exemption ended for vehicles first registered on or after 1 July 2025, per SA Treasury. Stamp duty, compulsory third party insurance and the Emergency Services Levy still apply.
- Western Australia: we did not find a current stamp duty concession for electric cars.
What does stamp duty cost on a A$50,000 electric car?
Solar Cobber calculation: using only the published rates above on a A$50,000 dutiable value, duty ranges from nil in the Northern Territory to A$2,100 in Victoria. We left out states where we did not verify the current electric car rate.
- Northern Territory: 3 per cent would be A$1,500, and the concession of up to A$1,500 on vehicles up to A$50,000 brings it to nil.
- Queensland: A$2 per A$100 on A$50,000 is A$1,000.
- ACT: A$1,125 on the first A$45,000, plus A$4.00 per A$100 on the remaining A$5,000 (A$200), is A$1,325.
- Victoria: A$8.40 per A$200 on A$50,000 is 250 units, so A$2,100.
Source: NT Government; qld.gov.au; ACT DI2025-152; Victorian State Revenue Office, rates in force November 2026. Rates are per dutiable value; real quotes depend on the drive-away price and the state's valuation.
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| Duty | |
|---|---|
| NT | A$0 |
| Queensland | A$1,000 |
| ACT | A$1,325 |
| Victoria | A$2,100 |
On a A$50,000 electric car, Victoria charges about A$2,100 in duty while the Northern Territory charges none, a gap of A$2,100 before any other costs.
What is the FBT exemption for electric cars?
The FBT exemption lets an employee drive an eligible electric car on a salary packaged novated lease without the car’s benefit being taxed as a fringe benefit. As at November 2026 it still applies, and it is the largest remaining federal incentive.
To qualify, per the Treasury review of the electric car discount, the car must be a zero or low emissions vehicle first held and used on or after 1 July 2022, be used by a current employee or their associates, and be below the luxury car tax (LCT) threshold for fuel efficient vehicles when first held and used. The 2026-27 LCT threshold for fuel efficient vehicles is A$91,661 per Australian Border Force Customs Notice 2026/19. Plug-in hybrids no longer qualify for new arrangements from 1 April 2025.
What is changing from 1 April 2027?
The 2026-27 Budget (May 2026) moves the exemption to a permanent 25 per cent FBT discount in two steps, per the Treasurer’s announcement and Budget Paper 2.
| Date | Cars up to A$75,000 | Cars over A$75,000 (to the LCT threshold) |
|---|---|---|
| Until 31 March 2027 | Full exemption | Full exemption |
| 1 April 2027 to 31 March 2029 | Full exemption | 25 per cent discount |
| From 1 April 2029 | 25 per cent discount | 25 per cent discount |
Existing arrangements keep the discount in place when they started for the life of the arrangement, per the Budget. The Treasurer’s media release of 11 September 2026 says exposure draft legislation adjusting the electric car FBT settings was released that day, with consultation closing on 28 September 2026. We could not confirm the bill has passed, so treat the dates as announced policy, not law.
Solar Cobber calculation: FBT taxable value on a novated lease uses the statutory formula (base value times a statutory fraction). The exemption is a 0 per cent fraction and the 25 per cent discount is a 15 per cent fraction, against the standard 20 per cent, per the Budget.
| Car base value | Standard 20% | Exempt (0%) | 25% discount (15%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| A$60,000 | A$12,000 | A$0 | A$9,000 |
| A$75,000 | A$15,000 | A$0 | A$11,250 |
| A$80,000 | A$16,000 | A$0 | A$12,000 |
| A$90,000 | A$18,000 | A$0 | A$13,500 |
- Standard 20%
- 25% discount (15%)
Source: Federal Budget 2026-27 (Budget Paper 2); ATO statutory formula method. Exempt cars have a taxable value of nil. This is taxable value, not tax payable; the dollar saving depends on your tax rate and the lease.
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| Standard 20% | 25% discount (15%) | |
|---|---|---|
| A$60,000 | A$12,000 | A$9,000 |
| A$75,000 | A$15,000 | A$11,250 |
| A$80,000 | A$16,000 | A$12,000 |
| A$90,000 | A$18,000 | A$13,500 |
The 25 per cent discount cuts the taxable value by A$3,000 to A$4,500 a year against the standard rate, but an exempt car has a taxable value of nil, so the gap to the current exemption is the full amount shown. See an accountant before relying on a novated lease quote.
How much did EV sales grow after the rebates ended?
Sales grew strongly: the Electric Vehicle Council reports battery electric and plug-in hybrid cars together reached 25.8 per cent of new car sales in the first half of 2026, up from 12.1 per cent in the same period of 2025. That is 157,957 plug-in vehicles in six months (103,716 battery electric and 54,241 plug-in hybrid), and about 612,000 EVs in the national fleet at June 2026.
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| EV share | |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 9.6% |
| H1 2025 | 12.1% |
| 2025 | 13.1% |
| H1 2026 | 25.8% |
The share of new cars that are EVs roughly doubled in a year, from 12.1 to 25.8 per cent, while every state rebate was closed.
The EVC cites cost-of-living pressure, higher fuel prices, more affordable models, a growing charging network, the National Vehicle Efficiency Standard and the Electric Car Discount as drivers. Correlation is not proof of cause, and the FBT discount is among the cited drivers.
Is there a rebate for a home EV charger?
We found no open state, territory or federal rebate for a home EV charger as at November 2026. The ACT Sustainable Household Scheme has offered loans that can cover chargers, but we could not open the ACT page to confirm current terms, so check it directly. We could not confirm the status of earlier Northern Territory or Tasmanian charger offers on their official pages.
Our EV charger installation cost guide gives the typical cost of A$1,200 to A$2,300 for a 7 kW single phase install. Compare units in our best home EV chargers roundup or the Tesla Wall Connector and Zappi reviews.
If you have rooftop solar, charging in the daytime can cut the cost per kilometre. See charging an EV with solar and the cost to charge an electric car. For solar and battery incentives instead, see our state solar rebate guides for Victoria, Queensland, WA, SA, Tasmania, the ACT and the NT, and solar and green loans. Vehicle to grid is covered in V2G in Australia.
What to check before you buy
- Ask for the scheme page. Any “rebate” a seller mentions should have a current government page that says it is open.
- Check the date of your lease commitment. The FBT treatment is set when the arrangement starts, so a signed novated lease before 1 April 2027 keeps the exemption.
- Check the base price against A$75,000 and A$91,661. These two numbers decide which FBT treatment applies from April 2027.
- Check plug-in hybrids. They are excluded from the FBT exemption for new arrangements from 1 April 2025.
- Get a solar and charger quote together. Find a local installer through our solar installer directory.
FAQ
Is there an EV rebate in Australia in 2026?
No state, territory or federal rebate for buying an electric car is open as at November 2026. The state rebates closed between June 2023 and May 2025. The remaining incentives are the federal FBT exemption for novated leases and some state duty and registration concessions.
Is there an EV rebate in NSW, Queensland or Victoria?
No, all three have closed. NSW ended on 31 December 2023, Victoria on 30 June 2023, and Queensland on 2 September 2024. A NSW buyer who paid a deposit before 1 January 2024 can still claim.
When did the Queensland EV rebate end?
The Queensland Zero Emission Vehicle Rebate closed at 11:59pm on 2 September 2024. It paid up to A$6,000 for new battery electric vehicles.
Is the FBT exemption for electric cars ending?
It is being wound back, not removed immediately. From 1 April 2027 cars over A$75,000 move to a 25 per cent discount, and from 1 April 2029 all eligible electric cars do, per the 2026-27 Budget. Existing arrangements keep their treatment.
Do plug-in hybrids get the FBT exemption?
Generally no. The Treasury review says plug-in hybrids ceased to be eligible for the FBT exemption for new arrangements from 1 April 2025.
Are electric cars exempt from stamp duty?
Not in most states. The Northern Territory concession (up to A$1,500 on vehicles up to A$50,000) runs to 30 June 2027, and Queensland and Victoria charge reduced rates. NSW, Tasmania and the ACT ended their full exemptions.
Is there a rebate for a home EV charger?
We found no open one. The ACT Sustainable Household Scheme has offered loans that can cover chargers; check the ACT page for current terms.
Are there any EV rebates in the Northern Territory?
Yes, the NT has a stamp duty concession of up to A$1,500 and free registration for eligible electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles. The concession runs from 1 July 2022 to 30 June 2027.
Sources
- Queensland QRIDA: Zero Emission Vehicle Rebate Scheme
- WA Department of Transport: ZEV Rebate
- NSW Government: EV rebates and Revenue NSW
- Solar Victoria: zero emissions vehicles facts and Victorian State Revenue Office motor vehicle duty
- SA Treasury: incentives for electric vehicles
- Tasmanian State Revenue Office and e-Transport support
- NT Government: EV registration and stamp duty concessions
- qld.gov.au: vehicle registration duty rates
- ACT Revenue Office: motor vehicle duty
- Treasury: statutory review of the electric car discount, final report, Treasurer’s exposure draft release and Australian Border Force Customs Notice 2026/19 (luxury car tax thresholds)
- Federal Budget 2026-27, Budget Paper 2
- Electric Vehicle Council: 2025 sales release and State of EVs 2026
About this guide
Written by the Solar Cobber editorial team from independent desk research checked in November 2026. Solar Cobber is a free directory and may earn referral or advertising fees from installers; commercial relationships never affect content. This is general information, not financial or tax advice. Spotted something out of date? Tell us via /contact.
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