First Responder Car Discounts Listed (Many to Choose From!)

First Responder Car Discounts

First responders include emergency medical technicians (EMTs), firefighters, paramedics, police officers, sheriffs and more. To find out about available discounts for first responders, we contacted the corporate office of each of the following car brands and confirmed the information with individual dealerships.

FCA First Responders’ Incentive Program (Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, and Ram)

• Discount amount: Discounts range from $2,000 to $10,300, depending on the brand and model you choose. One dealer we contacted said it offers a 1% discount across all four brands on current-year vehicles.
• Proof of service required: You’ll need to present a current police, firefighter, or EMT ID badge.
• Exclusions: Special-edition models, such as SRT and Trackhawk
• Can this offer be combined? Yes
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Ford First Responder Appreciation Program (Ford and Lincoln)

• Discount amount: Ford and Lincoln offer $1,000 cash back on a new purchase or lease and $500 cash back on most used vehicles.
• Proof of service required: You’ll need to present an ID showing proof of active service in one of Ford’s approved occupations. Approved occupations include 911 dispatchers, police officers, sheriffs, state troopers, correctional officers, some federal law enforcement officers, career and volunteer firefighters, EMTs, and paramedics. Ford also uses an online credential verification platform called ID.me that will issue an authorization number to applicants; this number qualifies as proof of service.
• Exclusions: Ford Focus RS, Ford Mustang Shelby GT350/GT350R, Ford Mustang BULLITT, Ford GT, Ford F-150 Raptor, Lincoln Corsair, Lincoln Aviator, and Lincoln Aviator Grand Touring
• Can this offer be combined? No
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GM First Responder Discount (Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, and Cadillac)

• Discount amount: GM offers a discount on pricing at the supplier level. The first responder discount is available on a new purchase or lease; discounts vary by vehicle make and model.
• Proof of service required: You’ll need to present an ID showing proof of active service as a 911 dispatcher, police officer, sheriff, state trooper, correctional officer, federal law enforcement officer, career or volunteer firefighter, EMT, or paramedic. GM also uses an online credential verification platform called ID.me that will issue an authorization number to applicants; this number qualifies as proof of service.
• Exclusions: Used vehicles
• Can this offer be combined? Yes
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Hyundai First Responders’ Program

• Discount amount: Hyundai offers a $500 voucher toward the purchase or lease of a new vehicle.
• Proof of service required: You’ll need to present an ID or other verifiable proof of active service, such as a recent pay stub. Additionally, you must be able to cover the cost of the vehicle at your current salary and receive credit approval from Hyundai.
• Exclusions: Demo or fleet vehicles, service car rentals, and Hyundai Circle plan sales
• Can this offer be combined? No
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Volkswagen First Responders’ Bonus

• Discount amount: Volkswagen offers a $500 bonus on the purchase or lease of a new vehicle.
• Proof of service required: You’ll need to present an ID showing proof of active service in one of Volkswagen’s approved occupations. Approved occupations include 911 dispatchers, police officers, sheriffs, state troopers, correctional officers, federal law enforcement officers, career and volunteer firefighters, EMTs, and paramedics.
• Exclusions: Volkswagen Golf R
• Can this offer be combined? No
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First Responder Discounts at Local Dealers

Some of the car brands we contacted don’t have a companywide policy on first responder discounts but have dealerships at the local level that offer a discount. Discount amounts will vary by dealer. Local dealerships for the following brands may offer a first responder discount:

• Audi
• Honda
• Infiniti
• Kia
• Mitsubishi
• Nissan
• Toyota

Car Brands That Don’t Offer First Responder Discounts

During our research, we found that the following car brands don’t offer a discount to first responders:

• Acura
• BMW
• Lexus
• Mercedes-Benz
• Subaru
• Tesla