Connecticut electric vehicle tax credits, rebates and incentives
Customer Cash
$12,500Maximum RebateReceive a customer bonus when you purchase or lease a new Q4 e-tron 45 RWD/Q4 e-tron 55/Q4 Sportback e-tron 55, Q7 55, SQ8, SQ7, A3 Sedan 40/S3 Sedan, A5 Sportback 40/A5 Sportback 45/S5 Sportback, A6 Sedan 45/A6 Sedan 55, Q5 40/Q5 S line 45, Q5 S line 55 TFSI e quattro, Q5 Sportback S line 45, A4 Sedan 40/A4 Sedan 45/S4 Sedan, SQ5 Sportback, Q8 55, SQ5, S e-tron GT/RS e-tron GT performance, A8 55/S8, 2024 Audi Q5 S line 55 TFSI e quattro, e-tron GT, RS e-tron GT *Audi of America, Inc. will pay a $1,000 customer bonus when you purchase or lease a new, unused 2025 Audi Q4 e-tron 45 RWD/Q4 e-tron 55/Q4 Sportback e-tron 55; a $1,500 customer bonus when you purchase or lease a new, unused 2025 Audi Q7 55; a $2,000 customer bonus when you purchase or lease a new, unused 2025 Audi SQ8; a $2,500 customer bonus when you purchase or lease a new, unused 2025 Audi SQ7; a $3,000 customer bonus when you purchase or lease a new, unused 2025 Audi A3 Sedan 40/S3 Sedan, A5 Sportback 40/A5 Sportback 45/S5 Sportback, A6 Sedan 45/A6 Sedan 55, Q5 40/Q5 S line 45, Q5 S line 55 TFSI e quattro, Q5 Sportback S line 45; a $4,000 customer bonus when you purchase or lease a new, unused 2025 Audi A4 Sedan 40/A4 Sedan 45/S4 Sedan, SQ5 Sportback, Q8 55; a $5,000 customer bonus when you purchase or lease a new, unused 2025 Audi SQ5, S e-tron GT/RS e-tron GT performance; a $10,000 customer bonus when you purchase or lease a new, unused 2025 Audi A8 55/S8*, a $5,000 customer bonus when you purchase or lease a new, unused 2024 Audi Q5 S line 55 TFSI e quattro; a $7,500 customer bonus when you purchase or lease a new, unused 2024 Audi e-tron GT; a $12,500 customer bonus when you purchase or lease a new, unused 2024 Audi RS e-tron GT through participating dealers. Offer ends 04/30/2025. Customer bonus applied toward purchase or lease and is not redeemable for cash. Offer not valid in Puerto Rico. See your local Audi dealer or, for general product information, call 1-800-FOR-AUDI. 2025 Audi of America, Inc.Customer Cash
$11,000Maximum RebateCustomer Cash from Kia America for the purchase of a new Kia. Customer Cash must be applied toward the purchase of a new Kia and not available for cash. Subject to vehicle availability and dealer participation. Offers may not be combined except where specified. Must take delivery by 04-30-2025. Limited inventory available. Offer not available for leases. See Kia retailer for available stock.Customer Bonus Cash
$10,500Maximum RebateCustomers purchasing select Volkswagen models may be eligible for bonus cash incentive. Cash Bonus is in lieu of VWFS special APR, See your Volkswagen retailer for complete details.Customer Bonus Cash
$8,000Maximum RebateContact dealer for details. Must take delivery by 04/30/2025. (24CRA)Clean Vehicle Offer
$7,500Maximum RebateEligible customers may receive rebate towards the purchase or finance on select vehicles. Residency restrictions apply.Customer Bonus Cash
$7,500Maximum RebateGenesis Retail Bonus Cash for customer that purchase a new Genesis model. Not compatible with subvented lease or APR programs.Customer Bonus Cash
$7,500Maximum RebateEligible customers may receive cash incentive. Cash incentive may be incompatible with certain finance types or other cash programs, based on individual program rules. Residency restrictions apply.Customer Cash
$7,500Maximum RebatePurchase Allowance applies to select MY24 and MY25 Volvo vehicles sold as a cash purchase or financed through Volvo Car Financial Services (VCFS), the Purchase Allowance is not combinable with vehicles sold with the Promotional APR Financing Rate through Volvo Car Financial Services (VCFS). Available to qualified customers that meet Volvo Car Financial Services (VCFS) credit standards at authorized Volvo Cars Retailers. Not everyone will qualify for credit approval. Advertised financing does not include taxes, title, registration, license, and other dealer fees. Car shown with optional equipment. All offers are subject to vehicle availability. Must take delivery of vehicle between April 01, 2025 and April 30, 2025. See your participating Volvo Cars Retailer for details.Federal Credit
$7,500Maximum RebateUnder the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) offers taxpayers a Clean Vehicle Tax Credit of $3,750 or $7,500 depending on model eligibility for the purchase of a new plug-in electric vehicle. Beginning January 1, 2024, Clean Vehicle Tax Credits may be initiated and approved at the point of sale at participating dealerships registered with the IRS. Dealers will be responsible for submitting Clean Vehicle Tax Credit information to the IRS. Buyers are advised to obtain a copy of an IRS "time of sale" report, confirming it was submitted successfully by the dealer. To be eligible:
- A vehicle must have undergone final assembly in North America (the United States and Puerto Rico, Canada, or Mexico).
- Critical mineral and battery component requirements determine credit amount.
- Maximum MSRP of $55,000 for cars and $80,000 for SUVs/trucks/vans.
- Income eligibility applies depending on modified adjusted gross income (AGI) and tax filing status.
To learn more, visit https://www.irs.gov/credits-deductions/credits-for-new-clean-vehicles-purchased-in-2023-or-after
Military Lender Offer
$5,000Maximum RebateSpecial BMW Incentive offer is valid at any authorized BMW Center in the United States. Incentive offer is subject to change without prior notice. BMW of North America, LLC requires presentation of a photo ID, your BMW Manufacturer Certificate with a unique Customer ID, and Offer Code. One incentive per customer, per offer code, per calendar year for new BMW vehicles. Eligible military member must be the purchaser. See your authorized BMW Center for complete program details.State Rebate
$4,500Maximum RebateThe Department of Energy and Environmental Protection through the Connecticut Hydrogen and Electric Automobile Purchase Rebate (CHEAPR) program offers a Standard Rebate amount of $1,500, or a total of $4,500 (which includes the Rebate+ New offer for pre-qualified low-income applicants). Offer available to residents who purchase or lease a new eligible battery electric vehicle from a participating Connecticut franchised new automobile dealer or an original equipment manufacturer. Applicants may receive this incentive at point-of-sale through participating dealers, or apply for a consumer-direct rebate after purchase or lease of eligible vehicles. To qualify:
- Base MSRP of vehicle not to exceed $50,000.
- Must be a Connecticut resident. Active-duty military members stationed in Connecticut will be eligible to apply.
- Vehicle must be registered with the Connecticut DMV for a minimum of 24 consecutive months.
- Must retain ownership for a minimum of 24 consecutive months immediately after the vehicle purchase or lease date.
- Leased vehicles must have a lease term of at least 24 months.
- Applicants are limited to one CHEAPR rebate every 24 months and two per lifetime.
Additional information:
- For the $4,500 (Standard Rebate combined with Rebate+ New), applicants must meet one of the following criteria:
- Reside in an Environmental Justice (EJ) Community or Distressed Municipality.
- Participate in a qualifying state or federal income qualifying program.
- Have an income level less than 300% of the Federal Poverty Level.
To learn more, visit https://portal.ct.gov/DEEP/Air/Mobile-Sources/CHEAPR/CHEAPR---Home
Customer Cash
$3,000Maximum RebateNot available with special financing, lease and some other offers. See dealer for details.Affiliations, Clubs or Groups Offer
$2,000Maximum RebateFor a limited time, eligible Costco members can get an incentive on select new Audi models.* *To qualify for the Audi Limited-Time Special, you must: (1) be a current Costco member by March 3, 2025; (2) register with Costco Auto Program online or through its call center to receive a certificate with your unique promotion code by April 30, 2025; (3) present your certificate and unique promotion code to a participating Audi dealer at the time of visit; (4) purchase or lease a select, new and unused 2024 or 2025 Audi between March 4, 2025, and April 30, 2025, to receive a Costco member-only incentive: $1,000 towards Audi A3, S3, Q3, Q4 e-tron, Q4 Sportback e-tron, or $2,000 towards Audi A5 Sportback, S5 Sportback, A6 Sedan, A6 Allroad, S6, A7 sedan, S7, A8, S8, Q5, Q5 Sportback, SQ5, SQ5 Sportback, Q6 e-tron, SQ6 e-tron, Q7, SQ7, Q8, SQ8, Q8 e-tron, Q8 Sportback e-tron, SQ8 e-tron, SQ8 Sportback e-tron, e-tron GT, S e-tron GT, RS e-tron GT. Incentive will be applied toward eligible purchase or lease and is compatible with current manufacturer incentives for which you qualify. May not be combined with Dealer Employee Purchase Program, VIP & Diplomat Sales Program, or any Corporate Sales Program. Incentive not redeemable for cash. This Limited-Time Special excludes Audi A5 Coupe, S5 Coupe, A5 Cabriolet, S5 Cabriolet, R models, RS models (except RS e-tron GT). Promotion codes are not transferable. Valid only to whom the unique offer is addressed or members of the same household. Vehicles sold in the name of a business will be verified against the primary purchaser's driver's license to ensure eligibility. Only one promotion code per VIN will be accepted. Visit CostcoAuto.com/Audi for full details. Costco and its affiliates do not sell automobiles or negotiate individual transactions.Promotional Offer
$2,000Maximum RebateTo qualify for the Volvo EV Marketplace Special, you must: (1) be a current Costco Gold Star, Business, or Executive level Member by February 23, 2025; (2) register with Costco Auto Program online or through its call center by April 30, 2025, to receive a certificate with your unique promotion code; (3) present your certificate and unique promotion code to any authorized Volvo Car USA dealer at time of visit; (4) take delivery between February 24, 2025, and April 30, 2025, of a new 2025 EX90 to receive a $1,500 Gold Star/Business Membership Costco member-only incentive or $2,000 Executive level Membership Costco member-only incentive. Retired demonstrator and service loaner vehicles of these eligible models qualify for the Costco member-only incentive. The incentive will be applied at time of purchase or lease and is compatible with other eligible Volvo incentives for which the Costco member qualifies under the individual program rules. Program available to U.S. residents only for delivery within the U.S. at an authorized Volvo Car USA retailer only, not available in Puerto Rico, Canada or Mexico. Factory orders are not eligible. Only one (1) promotion code allowed per vehicle. Limit two (2) promotion codes per membership. Incentive is subject to change due to vehicle inventory availability. Costco and its affiliates do not sell automobiles or negotiate individual transactions.Adaptive Equipment Allowance
$1,500Maximum RebateAudi is pleased to announce that we are continuing the Mobility Assistance Program for handicap hand controls that are installed on any qualifying Audi model. We will also consider other types of handicap assists (or other approved handicap assistance devices.) to anyone who purchases or leases a new Audi or CPO Audi vehicle. All exception requests from dealers should be made directly to mobilityassistance@audi.comSelect Inventory Offer
$1,500Maximum RebateCustomers that purchase an eligible new Hyundai vehicle that has been in dealer stock for over 180+ will qualify.
2024 Volkswagen ID.4
$15,000Vehicle Rebates$1,100Charging Rebates+ more qualifying rebates2024 Kia EV6
$14,500Vehicle Rebates$1,100Charging Rebates+ more qualifying rebates2024 Kia Niro EV
$13,000Vehicle Rebates$1,100Charging Rebates+ more qualifying rebates2024 Audi RS e-tron GT
$12,500Vehicle Rebates$1,100Charging Rebates+ more qualifying rebates2024 Hyundai IONIQ 5
$12,000Vehicle Rebates$1,100Charging Rebates+ more qualifying rebates2025 Chevrolet Equinox EV
$12,000Vehicle Rebates$1,100Charging Rebates2024 Hyundai IONIQ 6
$12,000Vehicle Rebates$1,100Charging Rebates+ more qualifying rebates2024 Chevrolet Blazer EV
$12,000Vehicle Rebates$1,100Charging Rebates2025 Kia Niro EV
$12,000Vehicle Rebates$1,100Charging Rebates+ more qualifying rebates2025 Tesla Model 3
$12,000Vehicle Rebates$100Charging Rebates2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV
$12,000Vehicle Rebates$1,100Charging Rebates2025 Tesla Model Y
$12,000Vehicle Rebates$100Charging Rebates2025 Chevrolet Blazer EV
$12,000Vehicle Rebates$1,100Charging Rebates2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5
$12,000Vehicle Rebates$1,100Charging Rebates+ more qualifying rebates2024 Honda Prologue
$12,000Vehicle Rebates$1,100Charging Rebates
Federal EV Tax Credits Overview
Federal EV Tax Credit Incentive #1: North American Final Assembly
Federal EV Tax Credit Incentive #2: Origin of Critical Battery Minerals ($3,750 Tax Credit)
Federal EV Tax Credit Incentive #3: Origin of Battery Components ($3,750 Tax Credit)
Federal EV Tax Credit Incentive #4: No Involvement by Blacklisted Countries After 2023
Federal EV Tax Credit Incentive #5: Price Limits
Federal EV Tax Credit Incentive #6: Buyer Income Limits
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