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Tesla Model Y Novated Lease

Calculate novated lease savings on the Tesla Model Y ($58,900.00).

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

Tesla Model Y Novated Lease at a Glance

Driveaway price

$58,900.00

Type

EV

Range

533 km

Battery

75 kWh

FBT

$0 (exempt)

GST saving

$5,354.55

Tesla Model Y Novated Lease Savings by Salary

SalaryFortnightlyTax savingTotal saving
$70,000.00$801.86$10,007.27$16,261.82
$85,000.00$801.86$10,007.27$16,261.82
$100,000.00$801.86$10,007.27$16,261.82
$120,000.00$801.86$10,007.27$16,261.82
$150,000.00$801.86$12,196.36$18,450.91

Tesla Model Y Annual Running Costs

Charging$700.00
Insurance$1,500.00
Registration$800.00
Servicing$350.00
Total per year$3,350.00

Buying vs Novated Lease: Tesla Model Y

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

Buying outright

$68,800.00

After-tax dollars

Novated lease

$62,545.45

Pre + post-tax mix

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

The Tesla Model Y 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 Y significantly cheaper through salary sacrifice than buying outright.

At a driveaway price of $58,900.00, you save $5,354.55 in GST alone. Combined with income tax savings from salary sacrifice, total savings over a 3-year lease can exceed $16,261.82 on an $85,000 salary.

With a 75 kWh battery and 533 km of range, the Tesla Model Y handles daily commuting with ease. Annual charging costs are approximately $700.00 compared to $2,000+ for a comparable petrol car.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a Tesla Model Y novated lease cost?

On an $85,000 salary with a 3-year lease, the Tesla Model Y ($58,900.00) costs approximately $801.86 per fortnight including running costs.

Is the Tesla Model Y FBT exempt?

Yes, the Tesla Model Y 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 Y novated lease?

On an $85,000 salary over 3 years, you can save approximately $16,261.82 through GST savings, reduced income tax, and $0 FBT.

What are the running costs of a Tesla Model Y?

Annual running costs for the Tesla Model Y are approximately $3,350.00, including charging ($700.00), insurance ($1,500.00), rego ($800.00), and servicing ($350.00).

What is the range of the Tesla Model Y?

The Tesla Model Y has a range of approximately 533 km on a full charge with a 75 kWh battery pack.

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