10 New Cars With Shockingly Low Lease Payments In December 2025


Now that we’ve entered the final month of 2025, there are some mighty lease deals that you can take advantage of if you’re looking for a new vehicle experience over a short term without having to purchase. Leasing makes for the best option to consider, especially if you’re opting for a luxury vehicle or EV, as these suffer from the worst depreciation rates.

Leasing offers a unique set of considerations for consumers, particularly in the context of rapidly advancing automotive technologies and fluctuating market values, but it comes with some negative aspects that you may want to be aware of, especially if you intend to continually lease for the long term.

The models in this are ranked by their monthly payments from highest to lowest.

2025 BMW i4

Monthly Payment: $399

2025 BMW i4 eDrive40 TopSpeed (27)
2025 BMW i4 eDrive40 front 3/4 shot
Guillaume Fournier | TopSpeed

Strengths

Weaknesses

  • Strong performance and sharp handling
  • Solid real-world range and efficient power use
  • High-quality cabin with strong tech integration
  • Firm ride on rough roads
  • Limited rear headroom
  • Higher pricing than some rivals

Select dealerships are currently offering the 2025 BMW i4 for just $399 a month over 36 months with $4,999 due at signing. The starting MSRP for this model is currently $60,425. BMW sells this model with the eDrive40, xDrive40, and M50 drivetrains. All i4 derivatives come standard with a 12.3-inch digital instrument display, 14.9-inch infotainment combination touchscreen, featuring the iDrive 8.5 operating system, including wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. You also get LED headlights, a power liftgate, keyless start and entry, rain-sensing wipers, heated front seats, synthetic-leather upholstery, and power-adjustable front seats with memory functions for the driver.

2025 BMW i4 eDrive40 TopSpeed 4
2025 BMW i4 eDrive40 interior shot
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J.D. Power issues the 2025 i4 with a 78/100 consumer-verified overall score, including 74/100 for quality and reliability, 86/100 for the driving experience, 73/100 for resale, and 81/100 for the dealership experience. iSeeCars doesn’t issue a full review for this mode, but it does award if 6.6/10 for retained value, indicating that it will lose $35,965 or 68.1 percent of its value within the first five years, justifying a leasing program over outright purchasing.

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2026 Chevrolet Silverado

Monthly Payment: $329

3/4 front view of 2025 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
3/4 front view of 2025 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
Chevrolet

Strengths

Weaknesses

  • Strong towing and payload capability
  • Wide powertrain choice with good V8 refinement
  • Spacious cabin with improved tech
  • Large size makes city driving tough
  • Fuel costs stay high in non-hybrid trims
  • Some trims feel expensive for the equipment

The 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is available for $329 a month over 24 months with just $1,259 due at signing. The Work Truck trim starts at $37,000. There are multiple configurations available, with the High Country and ZR2 sitting at the very top of the range. The mid-level LT features a 13.4-inch infotainment touchscreen, 12.3-inch driver display, and LED headlights. The LTZ includes ventilated and heated leather seating, a power tailgate, and upgraded wheels

Interior of 2025 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
Interior of 2025 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
Chevrolet

J.D. Power issues the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 with an 83/100 consumer-verified overall score, including 86/100 for quality and reliability, 77/100 for the driving experience, 80/100 for resale, and 84/100 for the dealership experience. iSeeCars awards this model with an 8.0/10 overall score, with 8.0/10 for reliability, 8.3/10 for retained value, and 7.8/10 for safety.

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2026 Chevrolet Blazer EV

Monthly Payment: $319

2025 Chevrolet Blazer EV SS Driving Front 2 TopSpeed
2025 Chevrolet Blazer EV SS Driving Front 
Chevrolet

Strengths

Weaknesses

  • Smooth electric power delivery
  • Comfortable ride quality
  • Good driver assist tech
  • Charging network support varies by region
  • Interior quality falls behind premium rivals
  • Weight affects efficiency in real-world driving

For $319 a month, you can get into a 2026 Chevrolet Blazer EV for 24 months with $6,039 at signing. Pricing now starts at $44,600 for the entry-level LT model. The LT comes standard with 19-inch wheels, an 11-inch digital driver display, a 17.7-inch central touchscreen with Google Built-in, cloth seats, and single-zone climate control. The SS comes with 22-inch wheels, Brembo brakes, a sport-tuned suspension, Bose premium audio, and hands-free highway driving via Super Cruise.

2024 Chevrolet Blazer EV Interior
Interior dashboard shot of the 2024 Chevrolet Blazer EV
Chevrolet

The 2026 Blazer EV achieves an 84/100 consumer-verified overall score from J.D. Power, which includes 85/100 for quality and reliability, 83/100 for the driving experience, 82/100 for resale, and 84/100 for the dealership experience. iSeeCars doesn’t issue a full review, but it does get 6.7/10 for retained value and 8.0/10 for safety.

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2026 Cadillac Optiq

Monthly Payment: $319

2025 Cadillac OPTIQ Front Side TopSpeed
2025 Cadillac OPTIQ Front Side 
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Strengths

Weaknesses

  • Sharp exterior design
  • Quiet cabin with strong ride comfort
  • Competitive range for a luxury EV
  • Rear visibility stays limited
  • Smaller cargo space than expected
  • High pricing for upper trims

Interestingly, the 2026 Cadillac Optiq is also available for $319 a month over 24 months with $4,969 due at signing, which isn’t a bad deal considering the range starts at $50,900. All trims get a large 33-inch curved LED display with integrated Google-built infotainment, a 19-speaker AKG premium audio system with Dolby Atmos, wireless phone charging, LED exterior lighting, power tailgate, and a panoramic fixed glass roof.

2025 Cadillac OPTIQ Interior TopSpeed William Clavey | TopSpeed

The Cadillac Optiq is not a broadly reviewed model, so there’s not many metrics to go on, but iSeeCars does issue it with a 6.5/10 retained value score, indicating that it will lose $36,378 or 68.8 percent of its value after five years of ownership. This is about seven percent worse when compared to its main rivals in the luxury SUV market.

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2025 Honda Prologue

Monthly Payment: $289

2025 Honda Prologue Elite Honda

Strengths

Weaknesses

  • Smooth driving character
  • Spacious cabin with good ergonomics
  • Solid range for family use
  • Conservative styling reduces appeal
  • Charging speed trails leading rivals
  • Limited brand EV track record

2025 Honda Prologue models are now leasing for $289 a month from select dealerships, for 36 months with $3,899 due at signing. Pricing for this model currently starts at $56,195. The Prologue comes standard with an 11.3-inch touchscreen with built-in Google, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and dual-zone climate control. If you upgrade to the Touring trim, you get leather-trimmed seats, a panoramic sunroof, and a Bose 12-speaker audio system.

2024 Honda Prologue Interior
Interior Of 2024 Honda Prologue
Honda

iSeeCars issues the Honda Prologue with a 7.4/10 retained value and 8.0/10 safety score, indicating that it will lose $26,765 and 56.5 percent of its value after five years of ownership, which is a bit better when pitted against other midsize electric SUVs.

2025 Mini Countryman

Monthly Payment: $269

2025 MINI Countryman SE TopSpeed (27)
2025 MINI Countryman SE front 3/4 shot
Guillaume Fournier | TopSpeed

Strengths

Weaknesses

  • Fun handling
  • Premium cabin materials
  • Distinctive design
  • Firm ride comfort
  • Tight rear seat in some trims
  • High pricing for options

At select dealerships, you can pick a 2025 Mini Cooper Countryman lease deal up for $269 a month over 39 months with $4,699 due at signing. Brand-new, these models sell for $46,375 MSRP. All 2025 Countryman models come standard with a 9.4-inch central infotainment screen supporting wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, heated front seats, a heated steering wheel, panoramic sunroof, a power liftgate, LED lighting, and dual-zone climate control. Iconic trims get power-adjustable front seats, a premium Harman Kardon audio system, and 19-inch wheels.

2025 Mini Countryman S Interior TopSpeed William Clavey | TopSpeed

J.D. Power awards the 2025 Mini Countryman with 78/100 for quality and reliability, 95/100 for the driving experience, 82/100 for resale, and 891/00 for the dealership experience. iSeeCars awards the same model with an 8.0/10 overall score, including 7.8/10 for reliabiltiy and 8.1/10 for retained value.

2025 Jeep Gladiator

Monthly Payment: $250

Jeep Gladiator (2024), side profile/front 3.4
Jeep Gladiator (2024), side profile/front 3.4
Jeep

Strengths

Weaknesses

  • Excellent off-road ability
  • Strong towing for a midsize truck
  • Open-air driving setup stays unique
  • Rough ride on road
  • Poor fuel economy
  • Long wheelbase limits tight trail agility

You can have a 2025 Jeep Gladiator for as little as $250 a month over 39 months with $3,120 due at signing, which is an incredible deal when you consider that pricing currently starts at $47,380 MSRP. The Sport trim includes 17-inch steel wheels, cloth seats, and manually adjustable seats. The Mojave trim features FOX shocks, hydraulic bump stops, a one-inch front lift, and 33-inch all-terrain tires. The Rubicon trim gets Dana 44 axles, Rock Trac 4×4 gearing, locking differentials, rock rails, and mud terrain tires.

2020 Jeep Gladiator Mojave-1
2020 Jeep Gladiator Mojave dash
Jeep

The 2025 Jeep Gladiator earns an 83/100 consumer-verified overall score from J.D. Power, which includes 88/100 for quality and reliability, 68/100 for the driving experience, 89/100 for resale, and 80/100 for the dealership experience. iSeeCars only issues this model with an 8.8/10 retained value score, suggesting that it will lose $13,481 or 35.4 percent after five years.

2025 Toyota Tacoma

Monthly Payment: $219

2026 Toyota Tacoma Trailhunter
2026 Toyota Tacoma Trailhunter front 3/4 shot
Toyota

Strengths

Weaknesses

  • Strong off road credibility
  • New powertrains improve torque
  • Durable build reputation
  • Rear seat space remains tight
  • Firm ride in many trims
  • Some tech features feel behind leading rivals

The 2025 Toyota Tacoma is currently leasing for $219 a month over 39 months with $3,999 due at signing. Pricing for the base model begins at $32,145. The base Toyota Tacoma SR includes an 8.0-inch display, four-speaker audio, Smart Key with push-button start, and basic steel wheels. The SR5 adds alloy wheels, LED fog lamps, a bed-rail system with tie-downs, and an auto-dimming rearview mirror.

2025 Toyota Tacoma Trailhunter interior showing front cabin
Shot of 2025 Toyota Tacoma Trailhunter interior showing front cabin
Toyota

J.D. Power issues the 2025 Toyota Tacoma with an 81/100 consumer-verified overall score, including 80/100 for quality and reliability, 73/100 for the driving experience, 96/100 for resale, and 76/100 for the dealership experience. iSeeCars awards the model with an 8.6/10 overall score, including 8.5/10 for reliability, 9.4/10 for retained value, and 8.0/10 for safety.

2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5

Monthly Payment: $199

2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5_2 Hyundai

Strengths

Weaknesses

  • Fast charging capability
  • Spacious interior with a clean layout
  • Smooth and quiet ride
  • Real-world range drops in cold weather
  • Rear visibility stays limited
  • Handling feels soft when pushed

You can opt for a 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 for $199 a month over 36 months, with $3,999 due at signing, which isn’t too bad considering pricing starts at $44,200. The base SE features 19-inch alloy wheels, LED lighting, dual-zone climate control, a digital instrument cluster and 12.3-inch touchscreen, six-speaker audio system, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, heated front seats, and an electrically-adjustable driver’s seat.

The interior of the 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Limited AWD
The interior of the 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Limited AWD
 
Hyundai

J.D. Power awards the Ioniq 5 with a 75/100 consumer-verified overall score, including 75/100 for quality and reliability, 83/100 for the driving experience, 70/100 for resale, and 71/100 for the dealership experience. iSeeCars awards the Ioniq 5 range a 7.2/10 score for retained value and 10/10 for safety.

2025 Hyundai Ioniq 6

Monthly Payment: $199

2025 Hyundai Ioniq 6 Driving
2025 Hyundai Ioniq 6 Driving
Hyundai

Strengths

Weaknesses

  • Aerodynamic design improves efficiency
  • Smooth power delivery
  • High-quality cabin finish
  • Low roof affects rear headroom
  • Trunk space feels limited
  • Ride sometimes feels floaty on uneven roads

The 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 6 is also available for $199 with $3,999 due at signing, but it’s only for a 24-month period. Pricing for this model starts at $37,850 MSRP. All versions feature a 12.3‑inch digital instrument cluster and 12.3‑inch touchscreen, dual‑zone climate control, and keyless entry and start. The SE Standard‑Range comes with 18‑inch wheels, LED lights, and cloth seat upholstery. The SE trim adds heated front seats, auto‑retracting flush door handles, and a leather‑wrapped steering wheel. The SEL trim upgrades comfort with synthetic‑leather seating, 20‑inch wheels, ambient lighting, and a wireless smartphone charger.

2024 Hyundai Ioniq 6 Limited Interior
2024 Hyundai Ioniq 6 Limited Interior
Hyundai

The Ioniq 6 achieves a 73/100 consumer-verified overall score from J.D. Power, including 72/100 for quality and reliability, 79/100 for the driving experience, 70/100 for resale, and 71/100 for the dealership experience. iSeeCars issues the EV sedan with a 7.1/10 retained value score and 10/10 safety grade.