Here are specific EV models qualifying for the $7,500 federal tax credit based on current eligibility (as of April 2025):
Acura
- 2025 Acura ZDX (all trims, including A-Spec and Type S) with 288–325 miles of range.
Cadillac
- 2025 Cadillac Lyriq
- 2025 Cadillac Optiq
- 2026 Cadillac (specific models not yet detailed).
Tesla
- 2025 Tesla Cybertruck (select trims under $80,000 MSRP)
- 2025 Tesla Model 3 (under $55,000 MSRP).
Hyundai/Kia
- Kia EV9 (newly eligible in 2025, trims under $80,000).
- Hyundai’s specific eligible models are not explicitly listed in sources but may qualify under updated 2025 rules.
Key Details
- Price Caps: Most SUVs/pickups must cost ≤$80,000; cars ≤$55,000.
- Battery Rules: Eligibility depends on mineral sourcing and assembly requirements updated in 2024.
- VIN Check: Use the DOE’s tool to confirm eligibility for specific vehicles.
Note: Political changes (e.g., potential termination under a Trump administration) could affect future eligibility.
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