Tesla raises US referral bonus to $1,000 on Model S, Model X, and Cybertruck
Tesla has refreshed its referral program in the United States, offering a $1,000 discount on three of its priciest vehicles when buyers use a referral code at checkout. The models included are the Model S, Model X, and the Cybertruck. This is a sizable jump from the previous $250 referral value.
For shoppers eyeing the Model 3 or Model Y, the perk is different: three months of Full Self-Driving (Supervised) are included with a referral.
While last year’s promotion offered $2,000 across the entire lineup, the new $1,000 incentive still helps offset recent price increases—up $10,000 for the Model S and Model X and $15,000 for the Cybertruck. With the federal EV tax credit set to expire in the coming weeks, timing could be important for buyers looking to maximize savings.
Key details buyers should know:
– $1,000 referral discount applies to Model S, Model X, and Cybertruck orders in the US.
– Model 3 and Model Y buyers receive three months of Full Self-Driving (Supervised) with a referral.
– Tesla frequently updates incentives based on demand and sales targets, so offers may change again.
– The referral discount can be stacked with other $1,000 programs, including Military, First Responder, Teacher and Student Purchase, and Lyft Driver Purchase.
– Referrers continue to earn $250 for each successful sale, regardless of the model or product purchased.
Bottom line: If you’re considering a higher-end Tesla, the boosted referral bonus and stackable discounts can take a meaningful bite out of the total price—especially as other incentives wind down.
