There are all kinds of reasons for needing a car over a shorter term, especially at a time when the auto industry is still undergoing supply-chain woes. Buying a car outright and then selling it in a couple of years involves tying up a bunch of capital and then taking a hit on depreciation. Instead, a 24-month lease provides the stop-gap filler you need to get around right now with reduced financial exposure.
This month, we have a host of two-year lease deals across the full spectrum, from family-friendly crossovers to sports coupes. There’s something here to fill nearly every need or to try out a new type of vehicle or brand to see if it fits your lifestyle.
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First, make sure you read our leasing guide. We’ve covered everything that may get glossed over in the showroom: advertising fees, money factors, residuals, legal implications, and all the other fine print that could cost you thousands more than you’d expect. When comparing similar cars, be aware that a lower monthly price often demands more money up front. As with any national lease special, enter your ZIP code on an automaker’s website to check if these deals apply to your area. Prices do not include taxes or fees and may be higher or lower depending on your location. Research is always your friend.
$599 per month/$4839 at signing
24 months/20,000 miles
The three-row Cadillac XT6 provides a bit of Escalade glam on a much more maneuverable platform and at a more reasonable price. This 24-month lease special applies specifically to the entry-level front-wheel-drive model.
$279 per month/$6689 at signing
24 months/20,000 miles
Chevy’s pulling the plug on the sixth-generation Camaro. If you’ve always wanted one of the bow-tie brand’s pony cars, then you may want to take advantage of this 24-month lease deal on a Camaro LT1. Yes, you read that right. That initial check you need to write at signing isn’t for a four- or six-cylinder model but a 455-hp V-8 Camaro coupe. Chevrolet has confirmed a new Camaro is in the works, but the brand has shared no specific details about the next-gen car. It’s possible that the current Camaro may be the last one to offer a V-8 engine—or an internal-combustion engine.
$269 per month/$2129 at signing
24 months/20,000 miles
The Chevrolet’s Equinox best lease deal applies to current lessees of 2018 or newer vehicles looking for something new. The Equinox isn’t terribly exciting, but it is fuel-efficient, easy to drive, and a competent luggage hauler. This deal applies specifically to the well-equipped—but not loaded—Equinox LT with front-wheel drive.
$259 per month/$3499 at signing
24 months/20,000 miles
The Kia Sportage may not be a 10Best winner, but it is an Editors’ Choice honoree. With a long list of standard features, plentiful space, and a comfortable ride, the Sportage hits the mark for many compact SUV shoppers. This deal is for the base front-drive Sportage LX. This means having to put up with the model’s wheezy 187-hp four-cylinder engine. That said, the Sportage’s mediocre engine wouldn’t stop us from taking advantage of the 24-month lease deal.
$379 per month/$3999 at signing
24 months/20,000 miles
Kia plans to bid farewell to the Stinger fastback after the 2024 model year. In other words, time’s not on the side of consumers waffling on whether or not to park a Stinger in their driveway. Kia may have made the decision a bit easier, though, with this 24-month lease deal on an entry-level rear-drive Stinger GT-Line. Sure, the 300-hp GT-Line may not have the allure of the 368-hp Stinger GT2, but the four-cylinder model is still plenty fun to drive.
$369 per month/$3139 at signing
24 months/20,000 miles
The Nissan Murano is aging relatively gracefully, and while it is not the most athletic crossover option out there, it’s still very comfortable. The lease here is for a base Murano S with all-wheel drive, which has a comprehensive list of standard features that includes a full complement of driver-assist items, including blind-spot monitoring and forward-collision warning.
Senior Editor
Despite their shared last name, Greg Fink is not related to Ed «Big Daddy» Roth’s infamous Rat Fink. Both Finks, however, are known for their love of cars, car culture, and—strangely—monogrammed one-piece bathing suits. Greg’s career in the media industry goes back more than a decade. His previous experience includes stints as an editor at publications such as U.S. News & World Report, The Huffington Post, Motor1.com, and MotorTrend.
