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EV Tax Credit Calculator

See what an EV tax credit is actually worth to you — the effective price after the credit, and how claiming it at the point of sale instead of at tax time lowers your monthly payment and the interest you pay. You enter the credit amount; we do the math.

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Federal max is currently $7,500 — enter what you actually qualify for and verify your eligibility.

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Effective price after credit

$34,500

At point of sale$662/mo
Claimed at tax time$811/mo

Taking the credit at the point of sale finances $7,500 less — saving $1,411 in interest over the loan.

This shows what a credit is worth to you — it does not determine eligibility. Federal and state EV incentive rules (income, price, and vehicle caps, and how leases qualify) change over time. Confirm your current eligibility before relying on a number.

Frequently asked questions

The federal credit has a maximum (currently $7,500 for qualifying new EVs), but the amount you actually get depends on the vehicle, your income, how the credit is structured, and whether you buy or lease — and these rules change over time. This calculator doesn't decide your eligibility; you enter the amount you qualify for and it shows what that credit is worth in price and financing terms. Always verify your current eligibility.

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