Nissan and GM Hybrids Still Qualifies for Tax Credit

The IRS recently announced that purchasers of qualified Nissan and GM vehicles may continue to claim the Alternative Motor Vehicle Credit. The announcement comes after the IRS concluded its quarterly review of the number of hybrid vehicles sold. Nissan only sold 2,094 qualifying vehicles to retail dealers, while GM sold 2,927 qualifying vehicles to retail dealers in the quarter ending March 31, 2007.

The allowable credit amount for the vehicles is as follows:
Altima Hybrid — Nissan’s only certified hybrid vehicle — $2,350.
Chevrolet Silverado Hybrid 2WD — $250
Chevrolet Silverado Hybrid 4WD — $650
GMC Sierra Hybrid 2WD — $250
GMC Sierra Hybrid 4WD — $650
Saturn Vue Green Line — $650
Saturn Aura Hybrid — $1,300