BYD HVS battery rebate
4 of 4 models are on the approved list. Rebates below assume installation in May–Dec 2026 at $38 per STC. The earliest listing expiry is 17 January 2027.
Models and rebates
| Model | Usable | Nominal | Listing | Rebate now | From Jan–Jun 2027 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HVS 5.1 | 5.12 kWh | 5.12 kWh | Approved until 17 January 2027 | $1,292 | $1,102 | Rebate · How long it lasts |
| HVS 7.7 | 7.68 kWh | 7.68 kWh | Approved until 17 January 2027 | $1,976 | $1,634 | Rebate · How long it lasts |
| HVS 10.2 | 10.24 kWh | 10.24 kWh | Approved until 17 January 2027 | $2,622 | $2,204 | Rebate · How long it lasts |
| HVS 12.8 | 12.8 kWh | 12.8 kWh | Approved until 17 January 2027 | $3,306 | $2,736 | Rebate · How long it lasts |
Source: CEC approved batteries list via the Clean Energy Regulator. Always check the exact model number on your quote.
HVS 10.2: rebate by install date
Questions
Is the BYD HVS eligible for the federal battery rebate?
Yes. 4 of the 4 BYD HVS models are on the Clean Energy Council approved batteries list as at 9 November 2026. The exact model number on your quote must match one on the list on your installation date.
How much is the rebate on a BYD HVS?
For the HVS 10.2 (10.24 kWh usable), about $2,622 if installed in May–Dec 2026, at $38 per STC. The table above shows every model.
What happens on 1 January 2027?
The STC factor drops from 6.8 to 5.7. The same HVS 10.2 would get about $2,204, $418 less. The date that counts is when it's installed and commissioned.