When leasing an EV, the tax credit itself is claimed by the leasing company (not the lessee), and the savings are typically passed through as reduced lease costs if the lessor chooses to do so. While there are no specific models universally guaranteed to include the credit, most leased EVs qualify for the full $7,500 commercial credit because the strict battery/assembly requirements for purchases don’t apply to leases.
Key considerations:
- Manufacturer and dealer discretion: Savings depend on whether the leasing company opts to lower payments (e.g., Hyundai, Kia, and other non-North American-built EVs often use this loophole to offer competitive leases).
- Current market examples: Brands like Volvo, Polestar, Audi, and Mercedes—whose vehicles might not qualify for purchase credits—frequently structure leases to reflect the $7,500 credit.
- Income limits don’t apply: Leasing allows access to credit-derived savings regardless of the lessee’s income.
Always confirm with the dealer whether the credit is factored into the lease terms.
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