Is There a Purchase Tax for Tesla?

[Raphael]

Tesla's entire lineup of currently available models is exempt from purchase tax. Here are specific details about Tesla: Tesla Tax Policies: Tesla's new energy vehicles not only enjoy exemption from purchase tax but also benefit from fee reductions when equipped with the new energy green license plates. Tesla Policies: Tesla can directly apply for new energy vehicle license plates in five cities: Shanghai, Hangzhou, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, and Tianjin. Tesla Structure: Tesla is an American electric vehicle and energy company that manufactures and sells automobiles and energy storage devices, founded by Martin Eberhard.

[KaydenMarie]

When I bought my Tesla Model 3 in Beijing, I encountered the purchase tax issue. Both domestically produced and imported versions are subject to taxation, with a rate of 10% of the car's price. My standard range version had a base price of over 260,000 yuan, and I ended up paying 26,000 yuan in taxes—just like with fuel vehicles, there's no way around it. However, if you buy a new energy vehicle, local subsidies can save you some money; I received several thousand yuan back then. If you want to avoid paying taxes, unless you meet special conditions, such as participating in test drive events or importing used cars—these niche approaches—ordinary car purchases can't dodge it. The tax portion is clearly marked on the 4S store's quotation sheet, plain and simple.

[DanielaMarie]

Whether buying a Tesla requires paying purchase tax depends on policy nuances. Domestically produced models are no longer tax-exempt and now incur a full 10% of the vehicle price. Imported vehicles require customs duties plus purchase tax - the taxes alone on a Model X can equal the cost of a downtown parking space. I've researched that this tax is mandatory nationwide, applying equally to EVs and gasoline vehicles, and must be settled before license plate registration. Unless you go through special channels like government procurement or duty-free port operations, payment is unavoidable. Always request a detailed cost breakdown from sales staff before ordering, factoring purchase tax into your budget for financial prudence.

[SanGabriela]

There's no room for negotiation when it comes to paying the purchase tax for a Tesla. The government phased out the tax exemption policy for pure electric vehicles two years ago. When I picked up my new Model Y, there was a blue tax payment slip attached. It's basically 10% of the invoice amount, even more expensive than car insurance. It's worse if you buy an imported model, where tariffs plus purchase tax start at at least 30%. The only tax-free scenario I recall is special channels like foreigner self-imported vehicles, but ordinary buyers have to pay dutifully. The DMV specifically checks the tax receipt during registration and licensing—there's no way around it.