We’ve uncovered cheap leases in April on electric cars, plug-in hybrids, hybrids and other fuel efficient cars starting at just $179/month. Some involve discounts worth up to $15,700.
Plug-in buyers benefit from a number of incentives. In California, the DMV offers single-occupant use of the carpool lane. The Clean Vehicle Rebate also offers up to $4,500 in savings on EVs based on income.
Updated 6:40 pm Friday, April 6
Best Electric Car Deals This Month
- Best Deal: Lease from $199 for 36 months
- Due at signing: $1,999
- Mileage: 12,000 miles/year
- MSRP: From $34,845
- Expires: April 30, 2018
- MPGe (Combined): 124
- Estimated Range: 111 miles
*Other Incentives: $7,500 Federal Tax Credit, $2,500 Clean Air Rebate + HOV lane access in CA
Why it's a top pick: The 2018 Soul EV Base benefits from up to $15,700 in lease discounts. With an effective cost of $255/month, it's just $10 more than a Ford Focus Electric despite an over $4,800 difference in MSRP.
Keep in mind that you can lower your cost further by taking advantage of the Clean Vehicle Rebate in California worth $2,500 for most applicants. For reference, the effective cost of the all-new Nissan LEAF S is $85/month more expensive.
Where you can find this deal: This is a regional offer available in California. Get your custom quote»
Best Plug-in Hybrid Car Deals This Month
- Best Deal: Lease from $258 for 36 months
- Due at signing: $0
- Mileage: 12,000 miles/year
- MSRP: From $34,095
- Expires: April 30, 2018
- MPGe (Combined): 106
- Estimated Range: 53 miles (EV), 420 total
*Other Incentives: $7,500 Federal Tax Credit, $1,500 Clean Air Rebate + HOV lane access in CA
Why it's a top pick: Lease discounts on the 2018 Volt LT currently stand at $5,750. If you're a non-GM lessee, you may be eligible for a $500 bonus that brings your savings to $6,250.
Chevy is also offering to cover your first month's payment. Sadly, last month's $2,500 bonus for those coming from an Asian brand has been discontinued.
Where you can find this deal: The featured deal can be found in California, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Maryland, Maine, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, Rhode Island and Vermont. Get your custom quote »
Best Hybrid Car Deals This Month
- Best Deal: $3,000 + 0% APR
- MSRP: From $26,265
- Expires: July 9, 2018
- MPG (City/Hwy/Comb): 43/42/42
Why it's a top pick: If you're planning on financing your purchase, the 2018 Ford Fusion Hybrid is a much better deal than the regular gas Fusion. The reason has to do with a big difference in incentives.
Although both cars feature 0% APR for 72 months, the hybrid is eligible for a $3,000 financing bonus that you can't get with the gas model. It essentially offsets the $3,175 difference in base price between both cars.
Where you can find this deal: This is a regional offer available in California. Get your custom quote »
- Best Deal: Up to $5,000 cashback
- MSRP: From $38,395
- Expires: April 30, 2018
- MPG (City/Hwy/Comb): 40/39/40
Why it's a top pick: With a redesign on the way, all versions of the 2018 Avalon Hybrid feature up to a $5,000 cash incentive. Interestingly, you may end up spending less money than with a similarly-equipped 2018 Camry Hybrid.
Although the Avalon Hybrid is normally $5,250 more expensive than the Camry Hybrid XLE, this is largely offset by this month's rebate. In contrast, the Camry Hybrid continues to feature zero rebates whatsoever.
Where you can find this deal: This is a regional offer available in California. Get your custom quote »
Top Diesel Car Deals This Month
- Best Deal: Up to $6,036 off MSRP
- MSRP: From $24,695
- Expires: April 16, 2018
- MPGe (City/Hwy/Comb): 31/47/37
Why it's a top pick: Through April 16, Chevy is offering 20% off MSRP on all 2018 Cruze LTs. In the case of a loaded diesel hatchback, that can equate to as much as $6,036 in savings.
The catch is that the deal can't be combined with most other offers and isn't compatible with promotional leases. Chevy may extend the deal, but there's no guarantee.
Where you can find this deal: This is a national offer. Get your custom quote »
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Best Fuel-Efficient Gas
- Best Deal: 0% APR for 72 months + $1,000
- MSRP: From $18,835
- Expires: April 30, 2018
- MPG (City/Hwy/Comb): 32/40/35
Why it's a top pick: The Elantra continues to feature the same deal as last month. All versions, including the fuel-sipping Eco, are eligible for 0% financing for 72 months plus a $1,000 bonus.
Alternatively, you have the option of taking a $2,500 rebate, but our analysis shows you may save more money in the long run by taking the 0% deal.
On a $22,000 car, your cost with the 0% and bonus would be $21,000, with a payment of $291/month. With the rebate it would be $21,023, with a payment of $350/month on a 5-year loan at 3%.
Where you can find this deal: This is a national promotion. Get your custom quote »
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All Green Car Leases Ranked By Effective Cost
Leases for many green cars are often heavily subsidized by manufacturers. As a result, shoppers can often find attractive offers.
If you aren't interested in one of our top picks ranked by value for the money, feel free to browse all leases we track for each type of vehicle, ranked by effective lease cost.
Unless specified otherwise, these offers exclude special incentives like college grad, conquest and loyalty discounts sometimes factored in dealer advertisements.
We’ve listed the effective monthly cost of 58 leases. Browse the following segments in order of price:
All Electric Car Lease Deals
| Effective Cost | Model | Monthly Payment | Term | Due at Signing | Region | More Info |
| $240 | 2017 FIAT 500e Base (CA, OR) | $180 | 36 | $2,149 | National | Get Details |
| $245 | 2018 Ford Focus Electric Base | $189 | 36 | $1,999 | California | Get Details |
| $255 | 2018 Kia Soul EV EV Base | $199 | 36 | $1,999 | National | Get Details |
| $275 | 2018 Kia Soul EV EV+ | $219 | 36 | $1,999 | National | Get Details |
| $340 | 2018 Nissan LEAF S | $229 | 36 | $3,979 | Los Angeles | Get Details |
| $364 | 2018 Hyundai Ioniq Electric Base | $295 | 36 | $2,500 | California | Get Details |
| $402 | 2017 Volkswagen e-Golf SE | $319 | 36 | $2,999 | California | Get Details |
| $420 | 2018 Nissan LEAF SV | $309 | 36 | $3,979 | Los Angeles | Get Details |
| $437 | 2018 BMW i3 Base i3 | $319 | 36 | $4,244 | California | Get Details |
| $442 | 2018 Chevrolet Bolt EV LT [CA/OR/Northeast] | $429 | 39 | $500 | Select Regions | Get Details |
| $464 | 2018 Hyundai Ioniq Electric Limited | $395 | 36 | $2,500 | California | Get Details |
| $466 | 2018 Nissan LEAF SL | $355 | 36 | $3,979 | Los Angeles | Get Details |
| $478 | 2018 BMW i3 Base i3 w/Range Extender | $359 | 36 | $4,284 | California | Get Details |
| $478 | 2018 BMW i3 Base i3s | $359 | 36 | $4,284 | California | Get Details |
| $495 | 2018 Chevrolet Bolt EV LT [National] | $399 | 36 | $3,459 | National | Get Details |
| $512 | 2017 Volkswagen e-Golf SEL | $429 | 36 | $2,999 | California | Get Details |
| $519 | 2018 BMW i3 Base i3s w/Range Extender | $399 | 36 | $4,324 | California | Get Details |
All Plug-in Hybrid Lease Deals
| Effective Cost | Model | Monthly Payment | Term | Due at Signing | Region | More Info |
| $279 | 2018 Chevrolet Volt [CA/OR/Northeast] LT | $266 | 39 | $500 | Select Regions | Get Details |
| $305 | 2017 Kia Optima Plug-In Hybrid Premium | $249 | 36 | $1,999 | California | Get Details |
| $325 | 2018 Hyundai Ioniq Plug-In Hybrid Base | $269 | 36 | $1,999 | Los Angeles | Get Details |
| $336 | 2017 Hyundai Sonata Plug-In Hybrid Base | $289 | 36 | $1,699 | Los Angeles | Get Details |
| $345 | 2018 Kia Optima Plug-In Hybrid Premium | $289 | 36 | $1,999 | California | Get Details |
| $349 | 2018 Chevrolet Volt [National] LT | $269 | 39 | $3,139 | National | Get Details |
| $355 | 2017 Toyota Prius Prime Plus | $299 | 36 | $1,999 | Southern California | Get Details |
| $362 | 2018 Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid Base (CT, MA, MD, ME, NJ, NY, RI, VT) | $279 | 36 | $2,999 | Select States | Get Details |
| $371 | 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV SEL AWD | $259 | 36 | $4,033 | National | Get Details |
| $412 | 2018 Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid Base (CA, OR) | $329 | 36 | $2,999 | Select States | Get Details |
| $430 | 2018 Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid Touring (CT, MA, MD, ME, NJ, NY, RI, VT) | $319 | 36 | $3,999 | Select States | Get Details |
| $470 | 2018 Audi A3 e-tron 1.4T Plug-In w/Roof Rails | $379 | 36 | $3,273 | Los Angeles | Get Details |
| $480 | 2018 Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid Touring (CA, OR) | $369 | 36 | $3,999 | Select States | Get Details |
| $674 | 2018 Volvo S90 T8 Momentum AWD | $575 | 36 | $3,575 | Western States | Get Details |
| $720 | 2018 Volvo S90 T8 Inscription AWD | $619 | 36 | $3,619 | Western States | Get Details |
| $723 | 2018 Volvo XC60 T8 Momentum AWD | $619 | 39 | $4,069 | Western States | Get Details |
| $771 | 2018 Volvo XC60 T8 Inscription AWD | $665 | 39 | $4,115 | Western States | Get Details |
| $808 | 2018 Volvo XC90 T8 Momentum AWD | $685 | 39 | $4,785 | Western States | Get Details |
| $945 | 2018 Volvo XC90 T8 Inscription AWD | $819 | 39 | $4,919 | Western States | Get Details |
All Hybrid Lease Deals
| Effective Cost | Model | Monthly Payment | Term | Due at Signing | Region | More Info |
| $235 | 2018 Ford C-Max Hybrid SE 200A | $179 | 36 | $1,999 | California | Get Details |
| $275 | 2017 Kia Niro LX | $219 | 36 | $1,999 | California | Get Details |
| $275 | 2017 Kia Optima Hybrid Premium | $219 | 36 | $1,999 | California | Get Details |
| $282 | 2018 Kia Niro LX | $199 | 36 | $2,999 | California | Get Details |
| $285 | 2018 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid Blue | $229 | 36 | $1,999 | Los Angeles | Get Details |
| $305 | 2018 Kia Optima Hybrid Premium | $249 | 36 | $1,999 | California | Get Details |
| $305 | 2018 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid XLE AWD | $249 | 36 | $1,999 | Southern California | Get Details |
| $310 | 2017 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Base | $249 | 36 | $2,199 | Los Angeles | Get Details |
| $315 | 2018 Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid LX PHEV | $259 | 36 | $1,999 | California | Get Details |
| $325 | 2018 Toyota Camry Hybrid LE Hybrid | $269 | 36 | $1,999 | Southern California | Get Details |
| $345 | 2018 Toyota Prius c One | $289 | 36 | $1,999 | Southern California | Get Details |
| $384 | 2018 Toyota Avalon Hybrid XLE (New York) | $309 | 36 | $2,699 | New York | Get Details |
| $385 | 2018 Toyota Prius Two | $329 | 36 | $1,999 | Southern California | Get Details |
| $399 | 2018 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid Reserve w/Moonroof | $299 | 36 | $3,599 | Los Angeles | Get Details |
| $470 | 2018 Lexus NX 300h Base 4x2 | $359 | 36 | $3,999 | Western States | Get Details |
| $548 | 2018 Lexus ES 300h Premium | $409 | 36 | $4,999 | Western States | Get Details |
| $582 | 2018 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid Touring Plus | $481 | 36 | $3,649 | National | Get Details |
| $601 | 2018 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid Touring L | $500 | 36 | $3,649 | National | Get Details |
| $628 | 2018 Lexus RX 450h Base w/Blind Spot, Navigation | $489 | 36 | $4,999 | Western States | Get Details |
| $638 | 2018 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid Limited | $537 | 36 | $3,649 | National | Get Details |
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