Passenger vehicle rebates
For individuals
Buying an electric vehicle is more affordable than ever. You can apply for rebates on eligible cars, SUVs, trucks and vans and get rebates on charging stations, too.
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Who can apply
To apply, you must:
Live in B.C.
Have a valid B.C. driver’s license
Meet the income requirements at the time you apply for the rebate
Income requirements
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| Individual income (gross annual income) | Rebate for plug-in hybrids with range less than 85 km | Rebate for battery electric and long-range plug-in hybrids |
|---|---|---|
| Less than $80,000 | $2,000 | $4,000 |
| $80,001 – $90,000 | $1,000 | $2,000 |
| $90,001 – $100,000 | $500 | $1,000 |
| $100,001 and above | No rebate | No rebate |
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Rebate for plug-in hybrid vehicles with range less than 85 km
| Individual income (gross annual income) | Rebate amounts |
|---|---|
| Less than $80,000 | $2,000 |
| $80,001 – $90,000 | $1,000 |
| $90,001 – $100,000 | $500 |
| $100,001 and above | No rebate |
Rebate for battery electric and long-range plug-in hybrid vehicles
| Individual income (gross annual income) | Rebate amounts |
|---|---|
| Less than $80,000 | $4,000 |
| $80,001 – $90,000 | $2,000 |
| $90,001 – $100,000 | $1,000 |
| $100,001 and above | No rebate |
Vehicles you can get a rebate on
Eligible vehicles must have a manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) below:
| Vehicle type | MSRP amount (maximum) |
|---|---|
| Cars Two seaters, compacts, mid-sizes and large cars | $55,000 |
| Larger vehicles Station wagons, mini-vans, SUVs, small and standard pickup trucks and passenger vans | $70,000 |
When to get your rebate
You need to be pre-approved for a rebate before buying your EV. If your application is approved, you have a year to use your rebate. After a year, your approval for a rebate expires and you need to re-apply.
Individuals can only get a rebate once during the lifetime of the passenger vehicle rebate program. If you got a rebate any time after the program started in 2015, you are not eligible to get another.
How to apply
1
Find out if you’re eligible
Answer four questions to see if you are eligible for a rebate.
2
Apply online
Apply online.
3
Get approval by email
If you’re eligible, you’ll get an email approving your application and telling you your maximum rebate amount. This will take up to 3 weeks.
4
Visit your local EV dealership
Bring your driver’s license with you to the dealership. The rebate will be applied when you purchase a vehicle.
Find out if you’re eligible for a rebate
Other rebate offers
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Replacing your old vehicle with an EV?
The B.C. SCRAP-IT program offers rebates when you scrap your older vehicle.
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Federal iZEV rebate
Rebates can be combined with federal rebates on eligible vehicles.
Are you buying a used EV?
When you purchase a previously owned EV you don’t pay provincial sales tax (PST).
For businesses, non-profits, and local governments
Get rebates on passenger vehicles for your fleet.
Who can apply
Companies must:
Be a B.C.-based business, non-profit organization or local government.
Have valid operating license or be a non-profit organization or public body.
Rebate amounts
Companies can get rebates of:
- $3,000 off battery electric and long-range plug-in hybrid vehicles
- $1,500 off plug-in hybrid vehicles with an electric range less than 85 km
Number of rebates
Car-share organizers can get up to 50 rebates. Fleets can get up to 10 rebates.
Vehicles you can get a rebate on
Eligible vehicles must have a manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) below:
| Vehicle type | MSRP amount (maximum) |
|---|---|
| Cars Two seaters, compacts, mid-sizes and large cars | $55,000 |
| Larger vehicles Station wagons, mini-vans, SUVs, small and standard pickup trucks and passenger vans | $70,000 |
How to get rebates
Visit your local EV dealership. The rebate will be applied at the time of purchase.
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