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Tesla Model 3 Novated Lease

Calculate novated lease savings on the Tesla Model 3 ($54,900.00).

Last verified: 2025-07-01 | 2025-26 tax rates

Tesla Model 3 Novated Lease at a Glance

Driveaway price

$54,900.00

Type

EV

Range

513 km

Battery

60 kWh

FBT

$0 (exempt)

GST saving

$4,990.91

Tesla Model 3 Novated Lease Savings by Salary

SalaryFortnightlyTax savingTotal saving
$70,000.00$755.24$9,425.45$15,316.36
$85,000.00$755.24$9,425.45$15,316.36
$100,000.00$755.24$9,425.45$15,316.36
$120,000.00$755.24$9,425.45$15,316.36
$150,000.00$755.24$11,487.27$17,378.18

Tesla Model 3 Annual Running Costs

Charging$600.00
Insurance$1,400.00
Registration$800.00
Servicing$350.00
Total per year$3,150.00

Buying vs Novated Lease: Tesla Model 3

Comparison for an $85,000 salary over 3 years:

Buying outright

$64,800.00

After-tax dollars

Novated lease

$58,909.09

Pre + post-tax mix

Is the Tesla Model 3 worth it on a novated lease?

The Tesla Model 3 is one of Australia's most popular electric vehicles and makes an excellent choice for novated leasing. As an EV priced under $91,387, it qualifies for the FBT exemption, meaning you pay $0 in Fringe Benefits Tax. This makes the Tesla Model 3 significantly cheaper through salary sacrifice than buying outright.

At a driveaway price of $54,900.00, you save $4,990.91 in GST alone. Combined with income tax savings from salary sacrifice, total savings over a 3-year lease can exceed $15,316.36 on an $85,000 salary.

With a 60 kWh battery and 513 km of range, the Tesla Model 3 handles daily commuting with ease. Annual charging costs are approximately $600.00 compared to $2,000+ for a comparable petrol car.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a Tesla Model 3 novated lease cost?

On an $85,000 salary with a 3-year lease, the Tesla Model 3 ($54,900.00) costs approximately $755.24 per fortnight including running costs.

Is the Tesla Model 3 FBT exempt?

Yes, the Tesla Model 3 is FBT exempt as it is an electric vehicle priced under $91,387. You pay $0 FBT on a novated lease until March 2027.

How much can I save on a Tesla Model 3 novated lease?

On an $85,000 salary over 3 years, you can save approximately $15,316.36 through GST savings, reduced income tax, and $0 FBT.

What are the running costs of a Tesla Model 3?

Annual running costs for the Tesla Model 3 are approximately $3,150.00, including charging ($600.00), insurance ($1,400.00), rego ($800.00), and servicing ($350.00).

What is the range of the Tesla Model 3?

The Tesla Model 3 has a range of approximately 513 km on a full charge with a 60 kWh battery pack.

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