MyFirstEV California: $3,500 Off an Eligible New Hyundai Ioniq 5
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Program facts (California Air Resources Board)
- $3,500 off an eligible new ZEV; $1,750 off an eligible used ZEV (manufacturer certified pre-owned only, at least two model years old, sale price $25,000 or less).
- New-vehicle incentive is $1,750 from the State plus $1,750 from the automaker. One-time State funding of $135.5 million. Funds must be spent by September 1, 2031.
- Battery electric and fuel cell vehicles, model year 2026 and newer. Plug-in hybrids are not eligible.
- New vehicles from automakers not headquartered in California must have an MSRP of $50,000 or less.
- Anyone who has been listed on the registration or title of an owned or leased ZEV, in any state, is not eligible.
- No income limit. One MyFirstEV incentive per person. Vehicle must be delivered to and registered at a California address. Anyone listed on the new registration or title must be a first-time ZEV owner or lessee.
- Launched August 3, 2026. Not retroactive. Available only while funds last. The program can end without notice. We'll confirm availability before you sign.
- CARB says MyFirstEV can be combined with other incentives such as the Driving Clean Assistance Program and Clean Cars 4 All. Ask us whether it combines with a specific Hyundai offer.
Hyundai models
Eligible Hyundai models: new 2026 and 2027 Ioniq 5 trims with an MSRP of $50,000 or less (CARB cap). Not eligible: Ioniq 5 N and any Ioniq 5 trim with an MSRP over $50,000, such as the 2027 Ioniq 5 Limited AWD ($50,775 MSRP). Ask us to confirm in writing that your vehicle qualifies before you sign.
Hyundai does not offer MyFirstEV on used vehicles. Vehicle must be purchased or leased from a participating California Hyundai dealer and purchased, delivered and registered in California. A valid California driver's license and California residential address are required, plus eligibility documentation and a consumer attestation.
MyFirstEV is separate from Hyundai lease and APR offers. Advertised lease and APR offers do not include MyFirstEV. See current offers: /hyundai-ioniq-5-lease-finance-offers-california
How it works at Carbro Studio
1. Confirm no one who will be on the new registration or title has ever been listed on the registration or title of an owned or leased ZEV, in any state. 2. Choose an eligible new Ioniq 5 trim with an MSRP of $50,000 or less. Ask us to confirm in writing that your vehicle qualifies before you sign. 3. Provide eligibility documents and sign the attestation. The $3,500 is applied at purchase or lease.
Pricing
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FAQ
What is MyFirstEV?
MyFirstEV is a California point-of-sale incentive for first-time zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) buyers and lessees, run by the California Air Resources Board (CARB) with participating automakers.
How much is MyFirstEV?
$3,500 off an eligible new ZEV and $1,750 off an eligible used ZEV bought as a manufacturer certified pre-owned vehicle. For new vehicles, $1,750 comes from the State and $1,750 from the automaker. Hyundai does not offer MyFirstEV on used vehicles.
Which Hyundai models qualify?
Eligible Hyundai models: new 2026 and 2027 Ioniq 5 trims with an MSRP of $50,000 or less (CARB cap). Not eligible: Ioniq 5 N and any Ioniq 5 trim with an MSRP over $50,000, such as the 2027 Ioniq 5 Limited AWD ($50,775 MSRP). Ask us to confirm in writing that your vehicle qualifies before you sign.
Who is eligible?
California residents who are first-time ZEV buyers or lessees. Anyone who has been listed on the registration or title of an owned or leased ZEV, in any state, is not eligible. No income limit. One MyFirstEV incentive per person. Vehicle must be delivered to and registered at a California address. Anyone listed on the new registration or title must be a first-time ZEV owner or lessee.
Do plug-in hybrids qualify?
No. Plug-in hybrids are not eligible. The Tucson Plug-in Hybrid does not qualify.
Is there a price cap?
Yes. For automakers not headquartered in California, new vehicles must have an MSRP of $50,000 or less. Used vehicles must sell for $25,000 or less.
Do I need to apply?
No separate application. The discount is applied at the time of purchase or lease. Eligibility documentation and a consumer attestation are required.
When does it end?
The program launched August 3, 2026. Available only while funds last. The program can end without notice. We'll confirm availability before you sign. It is not retroactive.
Can I combine it?
CARB says MyFirstEV can be combined with other incentives such as the Driving Clean Assistance Program and Clean Cars 4 All. Ask us whether it combines with a specific Hyundai offer.
Do you deliver?
We deliver anywhere in California.
Who is the dealer?
Carbro Studio is powered by Bakersfield Hyundai, a Licensed CA Hyundai Dealer.
Sources (retrieved Nov 4, 2026)
- CARB MyFirstEV FAQ: https://ww2.arb.ca.gov/resources/fact-sheets/myfirstev-frequently-asked-questions
- California Climate Investments, MyFirstEV: https://www.caclimateinvestments.ca.gov/myfirstev
- CARB workgroup bulletin: https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/CARB/bulletins/42471e7
- Governor of California, Aug 7, 2026: https://www.gov.ca.gov/2026/08/07/governor-newsom-announces-3500-instant-rebates-now-available-for-californians-buying-their-first-zero-emission-vehicle/
- Hyundai EV Incentives: https://www.hyundaiusa.com/us/en/special-programs/ev-incentives