Edmunds' EV Buying Guide
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Federal Credit
$7,500Maximum RebateUnder the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) offers taxpayers a Clean Vehicle Tax Credit of $3,750 or $7,500 depending on model eligibility for the purchase of a new plug-in electric vehicle. Beginning January 1, 2024, Clean Vehicle Tax Credits may be initiated and approved at the point of sale at participating dealerships registered with the IRS. Dealers will be responsible for submitting Clean Vehicle Tax Credit information to the IRS. Buyers are advised to obtain a copy of an IRS "time of sale" report, confirming it was submitted successfully by the dealer. To be eligible:
- A vehicle must have undergone final assembly in North America (the United States and Puerto Rico, Canada, or Mexico).
- Critical mineral and battery component requirements determine credit amount.
- Maximum MSRP of $55,000 for cars and $80,000 for SUVs/trucks/vans.
- Income eligibility applies depending on modified adjusted gross income (AGI) and tax filing status.
To learn more, visit https://www.irs.gov/credits-deductions/credits-for-new-clean-vehicles-purchased-in-2023-or-after
Dealer Bonus Cash
$6,000Maximum RebateDealer Cash Please note that dealer cash is payable to the dealer and not the consumer. Accordingly, dealer cash incentives are taken into consideration when Edmunds determines the True Market Value® of a vehicle, as well as by the dealer when it sets its Edmunds.com Price Promise® offer. These incentives for the dealer are applied independently of any customer incentives the manufacturer may be offering directly to the consumer.Loyalty Offer
$4,000Maximum RebateEligible through 9/2/2025. $4,000 towards the capitalized cost reduction or down payment assistance with the lease or purchase of a new and not previously reported sold 2024 ZDX through Acura Financial Services (AFS) to qualified current owners of a 2004 or newer Acura or 2014 or newer Audi, BMW, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Ford, Genesis, GMC, Honda, Hyundai, Infiniti, Kia, Lexus, Mazda, Mercedes-Benz, Nissan, Polestar, Rivian, Subaru, Tesla, Toyota, Volkswagen or Volvo vehicle. Must provide proof of ownership of eligible vehicle in the form of a current vehicle registration or proof of valid auto insurance. Not compatible with Zero Due at Signing leases or other Loyalty or Conquest offers. Offer not valid on Used, Acura Certified Pre-Owned vehicles and Fleet vehicles. No trade-in required. Offer excludes recent purchase and is transferable among members of the same household when the retail delivery registration address matches the current address on the proof of ownership document. Not redeemable for cash. Incentive paid to dealer and requires dealer participation. Not all customers qualify. See your participating Acura dealer for additional details.Military Offer
$750Maximum RebateFor well-qualified clients who meet the Military Appreciation Offer criteria, subject to approval by AFS. Offer is for an eligible 2024 or newer ZDX or 2025 or newer Integra, ADX, TLX, RDX, or MDX vehicle. Only one $750 Military Appreciation Offer per vehicle. $750 towards capitalized cost reduction or down payment assistance with the lease or purchase of an eligible new and not previously reported sold Acura vehicle. Offer cannot be combined with Zero Due at Signing leases. Offer applies to eligible Active-Duty U.S. Military and Ready Reserve and their spouses; eligible U.S. Military Veterans within two years of separation from active service and their spouses; eligible U.S. Military Retirees within two years of separation from active service and their spouses; and eligible Gold Star family members. Offer not valid on Acura Certified Pre-Owned vehicles or used vehicles. Offer valid through March 31, 2026 and may be terminated at any time. NOTE: During the term of the retail installment finance contract or lease with Acura Financial Services, buyer may not take their vehicle outside of the United States without prior written consent of Acura Financial Services. During the term of the retail installment finance contract or lease, buyer must notify Acura Financial Services immediately of any change in buyer's address.
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