CHEAPR is EVolving!
The CHEAPR pilot program is currently transitioning to the new CHEAPR program established under Public Act 19-117. The new program will offer rebates for both new and used electric vehicles! The CHEAPR board is reassessing current program incentive levels for new EVs and evaluating the implementation of the used EV incentive component. Current incentive levels will remain in effect until the new CHEAPR program is launched later this year. Stay tuned, incentive levels may change in 2020.
Eligible Vehicle Incentive Amounts
Incentives of up to $5,000 are available for eligible vehicles if sold by a licensed Connecticut franchised new automobile dealership1. Incentive amounts can vary based on the EPA rated electric range of each vehicle. Some of these vehicles may also benefit from a federal tax credit of up to $7,500, lowering the cost of the vehicle even more. Ask your dealer for more information.
Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs)
A BEV is a vehicle that obtains all its power from energy stored in rechargeable battery packs. BEVs use electric motors and do not use an internal combustion engine...therefore burning no gasoline.
MSRP Cap: $42,000
Incentive Amounts: $1,500 - 200+ mile range, $500 - under 200 mile range
Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEVs)
A PHEV is a vehicle that can be driven solely on electricity, powered by its internal rechargeable battery but also includes an internal combustion engine or electric generator powered by gasoline to extend the range of the vehicle.
MSRP Cap: $42,000
Incentive Amounts: $500 for all PHEVs
Fuel Cell Electric Vehicles (FCEVs)
A FCEV is a vehicle that is fueled with hydrogen but emits no pollutants, only water and heat. A fuel cell located in the car converts hydrogen to electricity which powers the electric motor to drive the vehicle.
MSRP Cap: $60,000
Incentive Amounts: $5,000 for all FCEVs
Eligible Vehicles
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Chevrolet
Bolt
EV Range
238 Miles
MSRP:
CHEAPR:
Fed Tax Credit:3
$36,620
- $1,500
- $0
Estimated Cost:
$35,120
Chevrolet
Volt
EV Range / Total Range
53 Miles / 420 Miles
MSRP:
CHEAPR:
Fed Tax Credit:3
$33,520
- $500
- $0
Estimated Cost:
$33,020
Chrysler
Pacifica PHEV
EV Range / Total Range
33 Miles / 570 Miles
MSRP:
CHEAPR:
Fed Tax Credit:
$40,245
- $500
- $7,500
Estimated Cost:
$32,245
Fiat
500e
EV Range
84 Miles
MSRP:
CHEAPR:
Fed Tax Credit:
$33,460
- $500
- $7,500
Estimated Cost:
$25,460
Ford
Fusion Energi
EV Range / Total Range
26 Miles / 610 Miles
MSRP:
CHEAPR:
Fed Tax Credit:
$34,595
- $500
- $4,585
Estimated Cost:
$29,510
Honda
Clarity Fuel Cell
EV Range
230 Miles
MSRP:
CHEAPR:
Fed Tax Credit:
$369/mo.
- $5,000
- $0
Estimated Cost:
<$369/mo.
Honda
Clarity PHEV
EV Range / Total Range
47 Miles / 340 Miles
MSRP:
CHEAPR:
Fed Tax Credit:
$33,400
- $500
- $7,500
Estimated Cost:
$25,400
Hyundai
Ioniq Electric
EV Range
124 Miles
MSRP:
CHEAPR:
Fed Tax Credit:
$30,315
- $500
- $7,500
Estimated Cost:
$22,315
Hyundai
Ioniq PHEV
EV Range / Total Range
29 Miles / 630 Miles
MSRP:
CHEAPR:
Fed Tax Credit:
$25,530
- $500
- $4,543
Estimated Cost:
$20,307
Hyundai
Kona
EV Range
258 Miles
MSRP:
CHEAPR:
Fed Tax Credit:
$36,950
- $1,500
- $7,500
Estimated Cost:
$27,950
Hyundai
Nexo
EV Range
380 Miles
MSRP:
CHEAPR:
Fed Tax Credit:
$58,300
- $5,000
- $0
Estimated Cost:
$53,300
Hyundai
Sonata PHEV
EV Range / Total Range
28 Miles / 600 Miles
MSRP:
CHEAPR:
Fed Tax Credit:
$33,400
- $500
- $4,919
Estimated Cost:
$27,981
Kia
Niro Electric
EV Range
239 Miles
MSRP:
CHEAPR:
Fed Tax Credit:
$38,500
- $1,500
- $7,500
Estimated Cost:
$29,500
Kia
Niro PHEV
EV Range / Total Range
26 Miles / 560 Miles
MSRP:
CHEAPR:
Fed Tax Credit:
$28,500
- $500
- $4,543
Estimated Cost:
$23,457
Kia
Optima PHEV
EV Range / Total Range
29 Miles / 610 Miles
MSRP:
CHEAPR:
Fed Tax Credit:
$36,090
- $500
- $4,919
Estimated Cost:
$30,671
Kia
Soul EV
EV Range
111 Miles
MSRP:
CHEAPR:
Fed Tax Credit:
$33,950
- $500
- $7,500
Estimated Cost:
$25,950
Mini Cooper
Countryman PHEV
EV Range / Total Range
12 Miles / 270 Miles
MSRP:
CHEAPR:
Fed Tax Credit:
$36,900
- $500
- $4,001
Estimated Cost:
$32,399
Mitsubishi
Outlander PHEV
EV Range / Total Range
22 Miles / 310 Miles
MSRP:
CHEAPR:
Fed Tax Credit:
$35,795
- $500
- $5,836
Estimated Cost:
$29,459
Nissan
Leaf, 40kWh
EV Range
151 Miles
MSRP:
CHEAPR:
Fed Tax Credit:
$29,990
- $500
- $7,500
Estimated Cost:
$21,990
Nissan
Leaf S Plus, 62kWh
EV Range
226 Miles
MSRP:
CHEAPR:
Fed Tax Credit:
$36,550
- $1,500
- $7,500
Estimated Cost:
$27,550
Nissan
Leaf SV/SL Plus, 62kWh
EV Range
215 Miles
MSRP:
CHEAPR:
Fed Tax Credit:
$38,510
- $1,500
- $7,500
Estimated Cost:
$29,510
Smart
fortwo EQ Cabrio
EV Range
57 Miles
MSRP:
CHEAPR:
Fed Tax Credit:
$28,100
- $500
- $7,500
Estimated Cost:
$20,100
Smart
fortwo EQ Coupe
EV Range
58 Miles
MSRP:
CHEAPR:
Fed Tax Credit:
$23,900
- $500
- $7,500
Estimated Cost:
$15,900
Subaru
Crosstrek PHEV
EV Range / Total Range
17 Miles / 480 Miles
MSRP:
CHEAPR:
Fed Tax Credit:
$34,995
- $500
- $4,502
Estimated Cost:
$29,993
Tesla
Model 3 Std. Range Plus
EV Range
240 Miles
MSRP:
CHEAPR:
Fed Tax Credit:2
$39,990
- $1,500
- $0
Estimated Cost:
$38,490
Toyota
Mirai
EV Range
312 Miles
MSRP:
CHEAPR:
Fed Tax Credit:
$349/mo.
- $5,000
- $0
Estimated Cost:
<$349/mo.
Toyota
Prius Prime
EV Range / Total Range
25 Miles / 640 Miles
MSRP:
CHEAPR:
Fed Tax Credit:
$27,600
- $500
- $4,502
Estimated Cost:
$22,598
Volkswagen
eGolf
EV Range
125 Miles
MSRP:
CHEAPR:
Fed Tax Credit:
$31,895
- $500
- $7,500
Estimated Cost:
$23,895
Notes:
Data on this page is compiled from fueleconomy.gov and manufacturers' data and is for general informational purposes only. Data for vehicles labeled "coming soon" are estimates based on early reports and are not to be viewed as official. All prices, technical data points and features and figures may vary based on model year and trim level. Please visit the specific manufacturer websites or ask your dealer for the latest information about each vehicle.
EV Range is the approximate distance that can be traveled on a fully charged battery using electricity only. Range can vary greatly depending on driving and environmental conditions.
Total Range is the approximate total electric and gas range of the vehicle. Range can vary greatly depending on driving and environmental conditions.
Efficiency represents the number of miles the vehicle can travel using a quantity of fuel with the same energy content as a gallon of gasoline. This allows a reasonable comparison between vehicles using different fuels. For example, you can use MPGe to compare an electric vehicle with a gasoline vehicle; even though electricity used is obviously not measured in actual gallons.
1 The CHEAPR program is able to process rebate applications from individual consumers who purchase or lease an eligible vehicle directly from an original equipment manufacturer (OEM) that does not have licensed franchised new automobile dealers in Connecticut (e.g., Tesla). However, when such vehicles are authorized for sale or lease within Connecticut, applicants will be required to purchase or lease such vehicles from retail locations located within the state in order to be eligible for the CHEAPR program.
2 The federal income tax credit was lowered to $3,750 for any Tesla Model 3 delivered between January 1, 2019 and June 30, 2019. The credit dropped to $1,875 for any Tesla Model 3 delivered between July 1, 2019 and December 31, 2019. The federal income tax credit was eliminated for any Tesla Model 3 delivered on or after January 1, 2020.
3 The federal income tax credit was lowered to $3,750 for any Chevrolet Bolt or Volt delivered between April 1, 2019 and September 30, 2019. The credit dropped to $1,875 for any Chevrolet Bolt or Volt delivered between October 1, 2019 and March 31, 2020. The federal income tax credit was eliminated for any Chevrolet Bolt or Volt delivered on or after April 1, 2020.
Content last updated April 1, 2020
