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NEW JERSEY ELECTRIC VEHICLE TAX EXEMPTION

Are electric vehicles tax exempt in New Jersey? Yes, they are! Among the many benefits to buying an electric vehicle, from saving on fuel to reducing emissions, you will also enjoy an exemption from New Jersey state sales tax. There is a 6.625% Sales Tax in New Jersey, so with this exemption, you will save 6.625% off of your purchase, lease or rental price. This money-saving zero emission vehicle NJ EV sales tax exemption applies for both new and used electric vehicles. You will benefit from the tax exemption whether you buy, rent, or lease a new or used zero emission vehicle.

Want to learn more about what vehicles are sales tax exempt in New Jersey? Are you ready to buy or lease a new Lexus EV model? Continue reading below to check out this guide on sales tax exemption for zero-emission vehicles in New Jersey!



LEXUS ELECTRIC MODELS - MEET THE LEXUS RZ

Experience the Lexus RZ in Ramsey, NJ - the first all-electric Lexus to join the Lexus model lineup! The RZ 450e is a luxury electric SUV crafted on a battery-electric platform that comes standard with the capability of the DIRECT4 all-wheel drive system and offers a great EPA estimated all-electric range of up to 220 miles so that you can travel with peace of mind. Get to know the Lexus RZ further by exploring our Model Research Page.

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WHAT IS THE NJ EV TAX EXEMPTION?

Vehicles that are battery-powered or fuel-cell powered with zero emissions are exempt from state sales tax! You can take home your new Lexus RZ, tax free!

How do you receive your sales tax exemption? To get your sales tax exemption on your new or used zero emission vehicle, the process is easy. For a new car, the Lexus RZ for example, the dealership needs to complete the Exempt Use Certificate.

If you decide on a used electric car, the person whom you are purchasing the car from should complete the Certificate as well. When you go through the vehicle registration process, remember to bring along your Certificate. Both options, when completing the Exempt Use Certificate, for the statutory reference, will need to be sure to cite N.J.S.A. 54:32B-8.55. Read More Here

BUY A NEW LEXUS RZ OR USED EV AT PRESTIGE LEXUS OF RAMSEY

If you are thinking about upgrading to an electric vehicle in Mahwah NJ, our Lexus dealership is your next stop. At Prestige Lexus of Ramsey, we carry a wide selection of the latest electric Lexus models, including the all-new RZ, and you can shop for used electric vehicles and SUVs with us, too.

We have gone over the tax exemption benefit for buying a zero-emissions motor vehicle, but there are many other EV incentives that you can enjoy when making the switch to an electric car. Find out more by contacting our dealership today.