FBT Exempt Electric Cars in Australia (2026): Full List
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FBT exempt electric cars can save thousands a year through a novated lease. Use this list to find an eligible car and estimate your novated lease savings.
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104 models
| Rank | Make and model | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $23,990 | Hatchback | 220 | 30.1 | $23,990 RRP | FWD | 4 | |
| 2 | $26,490 | Hatchback | 252 | 35.4 | $26,490 RRP | RWD | 5 | |
| 3 | $29,990 | Hatchback | 340 | 44.9 | $29,990 RRP | FWD | 5 | |
| 4 | $31,990 | SUV | 345 | 45.1 | $31,990 RRP | FWD | 5 | |
| 5 | $31,990 | Hatchback | 430 | 60 | $31,990 RRP | FWD | 5 | |
| 6 | $31,990 | Hatchback | 325 | 41.9 | $31,990 RRP | FWD | 5 | |
| 7 | $33,990 | SUV | 430 | 58.3 | $33,990 RRP | FWD | 5 | |
| 8 | $35,888 | Hatchback | 482 | 65 | $35,888 RRP | RWD | 5 | |
| 9 | $35,990 | Hatchback | 400 | 54 | $35,990 RRP | FWD | 5 | |
| 10 | $36,900 | Hatchback | 206 | 29.6 | $36,900 RRP | FWD | 4 | |
| 11 | $36,990 | SUV | 430 | 60.5 | $36,990 RRP | FWD | 5 | |
| 12 | $36,990 | SUV | 402 | 58.9 | $36,990 RRP | FWD | 5 | |
| 13 | $38,990 | SUV | 427 | 64.4 | $38,990 RRP | RWD | 5 | |
| 14 | $38,990 | SUV | 361 | 56.2 | $38,990 RRP | RWD | 5 | |
| 15 | $39,000 | Hatchback | 300 | 40 | $39,000 RRP | FWD | 4 |
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How much could you save with an FBT exempt EV?
Because an eligible EV is exempt from fringe benefits tax, you can pay for the car and its running costs from pre-tax salary through a novated lease. The table shows estimated annual savings for a typical lease.
Estimates only, not financial advice.
FBT exempt electric cars by price
Under $50k (31 models)
| Model | Price |
|---|---|
| BYD Atto 1 | $23,990 |
$50k–$70k (45 models)
| Model | Price |
|---|---|
| XPENG G6 | $51,800 |
$70k to the LCT threshold ($91,661) (28 models)
| Model | Price |
|---|---|
| Hyundai Staria Load | $70,990 |
Data from Zecar's EV database, synced automatically from manufacturer specifications and last updated 28 October 2026. Ranked by price, lowest first. Includes models currently on sale in Australia. Prices are RRP before on-road costs unless marked drive-away.
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Get a novated lease quoteFrequently asked questions
Eligible electric cars that an employer provides, including through a novated lease, are exempt from fringe benefits tax. That lets you pay for the car and its running costs from pre-tax salary, which can save thousands a year.
104 electric cars currently qualify, starting from the BYD Atto 1 at $23,990.
For 2026–27, an EV must be valued below the luxury car tax threshold for fuel-efficient vehicles, which is $91,661.
No. The exemption applies to any eligible car an employer provides, but a novated lease is how most employees access it.
