Best New Car Lease Deals — April 2026
The lowest lease payments we could find this month on popular SUVs, sedans, and EVs — with real money factors, due-at-signing, and fine print flagged.
How we picked these
All offers below are manufacturer-advertised national programs in effect through April 30, 2026. Regional deals can be better — especially in the Northeast and on the West Coast — so treat these as a floor, not a ceiling. We've also flagged deals where the effective monthly cost (total paid ÷ term) is meaningfully higher than the headline payment.
Quick glossary: "DAS" = due at signing. "MF" = money factor (multiply by 2400 to get an approximate APR). "Residual" = the percentage of MSRP the car is expected to be worth at lease-end; higher is better for the lessee.
SUVs
| Vehicle | Monthly | Term | DAS | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Honda CR-V LX AWD | $309 | 36 mo / 12k mi | $3,499 | Strong residual (62%); solid floor deal nationwide |
| 2026 Toyota RAV4 LE FWD | $319 | 36 mo / 12k mi | $2,999 | Add $20/mo for AWD; loyalty cash in some regions |
| 2026 Mazda CX-5 Select | $289 | 36 mo / 10k mi | $2,999 | 10k miles is tight — upgrade to 12k for ~ class="relative z-10"5/mo |
| 2026 Hyundai Tucson SE | $279 | 36 mo / 12k mi | $3,499 | Includes HMF conquest cash if leasing a non-Hyundai |
Sedans
| Vehicle | Monthly | Term | DAS | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Honda Civic LX Sedan | $249 | 36 mo / 12k mi | $2,999 | Best compact-sedan deal this month |
| 2026 Toyota Camry LE Hybrid | $339 | 36 mo / 12k mi | $3,299 | Hybrid-only lineup; residual is excellent |
| 2026 Hyundai Elantra SE | $229 | 36 mo / 12k mi | $2,999 | Cheapest sedan lease on the market right now |
Electric & hybrid
| Vehicle | Monthly | Term | DAS | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Hyundai IONIQ 5 SE RWD | $279 | 24 mo / 10k mi | $3,999 | $7,500 lease cash passed through; expires 4/30 |
| 2026 Kia EV6 Wind | $319 | 24 mo / 10k mi | $3,999 | Similar pass-through deal; EV credit baked in |
| 2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E Select | $349 | 36 mo / 10.5k mi | $3,999 | Rebate varies by region; confirm before you sign |
| 2026 Toyota Prius LE | $309 | 36 mo / 12k mi | $2,999 | Hybrid, not plug-in; Prius Prime deals are worse |
Red flags we saw this month
- Any lease advertising "$0 down": the payment jumps $80– class="relative z-10"20/mo to cover the cap cost reduction that "disappears." Run the 36-month total before assuming it's a better deal.
- Luxury brand "teaser" leases: BMW, Mercedes, and Audi are running aggressive 24-month deals on outgoing models, but money factors have crept up. A 3-year buy with the current incentive stack is often cheaper than leasing.
- 10k-mile caps: if you drive even 11k/year you'll eat $0.15–$0.25/mile at lease-end. Always price the 12k upgrade.
How to actually get these prices
- Shop at month-end. Dealers get monthly volume bonuses from the manufacturer; the last 3 days of the month are your best leverage.
- Quote via email first. Call three dealers within your metro, ask for an "out-the-door" lease worksheet showing MSRP, selling price, money factor, and all fees. Compare. Don't visit until you have a winner.
- Verify the money factor. Dealers sometimes mark up the MF by 0.0001–0.0003, which costs you class="relative z-10"0–$30/month. Ask for the "buy rate" and have them disclose the marked-up version.
- Skip dealer add-ons. Nitrogen in tires, paint protection, VIN etching — all low-cost items dealers sell at 500% margin. Decline everything that isn't manufacturer-installed.
The bottom line
Best overall deals this month: Honda Civic LX (sedan), Hyundai Tucson SE (SUV), and the IONIQ 5 short-term lease if you want to try EV life without a long commitment.
All offers expire April 30, 2026. We refresh this list on the first of every month, with mid-month updates if a major incentive drops. Check back early May for spring-sales-event pricing.
Deal details change frequently. Always confirm terms with the dealer before purchase.
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