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Does Tesla (vehicle purchase)
code as Automotive?

Know exactly how your credit card will categorize a purchase at Tesla (vehicle purchase) — before you tap.

Codes as expected
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MCC Code
5511
Category
Automobile Dealers (New and Used)
Reward Category
Automotive
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Best cards for Tesla (vehicle purchase)
Citi Double Cash
2% back on all purchases
2% back
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Frequently asked questions
What MCC code does Tesla (vehicle purchase) use?
Tesla (vehicle purchase) uses MCC 5511 — Automobile Dealers (New and Used). This is the four-digit Merchant Category Code assigned to Tesla (vehicle purchase) by card networks and determines how your purchase is categorized for rewards.
Does Tesla (vehicle purchase) count as automobile dealers (new and used) for credit card rewards?
Yes — Tesla (vehicle purchase) codes as Automobile Dealers (New and Used) (MCC 5511), so purchases here should earn bonus rewards on cards that offer a automobile dealers (new and used) category bonus.
Which credit card earns the most rewards at Tesla (vehicle purchase)?
The best card depends on how Tesla (vehicle purchase) codes. Since it uses MCC 5511 (Automobile Dealers (New and Used)), look for cards that offer bonus rewards in that category. Check the card recommendations above for the top options.