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Lease deals get all the hype, but some people still want to own the car they’ve made all those payments on. If that’s you, and you’ve been waiting for interest rates to drop, you’re in luck: there’s a bunch of great plugin cars you can buy with 0% financing this month!

As I was putting this list together, I realized there were plenty of ways for me to present this information. “Best EVs ..?” Too opinion based. “Cheapest EVs ..?” Too much research. In the end, I went with alphabetical order, by make. And as for which are the new deals? You’re just gonna have to read the article. Enjoy!

Chevrolet Silverado EV

2024 Chevy Silverado EV; via GM.

The Silverado EV may not present the best lease deal in the business, but it’s an extremely capable electric pickup that may be a great option to buy instead of lease, thanks to 0% financing for up to 48 months this October.

Click here to find a Chevy Silverado EV near you and arrange a test drive.

Hyundai IONIQ 5

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Hyundai IONIQ 5; via Hyundai.

Hyundai set a new third-quarter retail sales record in the US, partially driven by strong demand for its all-electric IONIQ 5 crossover. Despite being an outgoing model, the IONIQ 5 remains one of the best-selling EVs in North America, with over 30,000 models sold through September.

And that pace is sure to continue accelerating, thanks to 0% financing for 60 months or $7,500 in Retail Bonus Cash offers on all versions of the 2024 IONIQ 5 through October 31st. Click here to see what it would cost to put an IONIQ 5 in your driveway.

Jeep Wrangler 4xe

Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 4xe; via Stellantis.

While not much of an EV with “just” a 17.3 kWh battery, the PHEV version Jeep’s iconic Wrangler is by far the cheapest version to lease – a fact that’s seen the plugin 4xe become a popular choice. Now, it might be popular with people who want to buy a vehicle, too, thanks to 0% percent financing for up to 72 months on select models.

On a well-equipped configuration, CarsDirect estimates that 0% offer could translate to more tham $12,000 in lifetime savings. Click here to see if there’s an electrified off-roader in your area with your name on it.

Kia EV6

Kia EV6 in drift mode; via Kia.

The Kia EV6 made its global debut on a drag strip where the car ran against a Lamborghini, a Porsche, and an AMG Mercedes. At the finish line, the EV6 was more than holding its own against a flight of legitimate hypercars, and the stunt helped Kia establishing the EV6 as a genuinely quick alternative to the Model Y.

This October, you can put the supercar-baiting EV6 in your driveway with 0% financing for up to 72 months. Click here to find deals on a 2024 Kia EV6 near you.

Kia EV9

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2024 Kia EV9 GT-Line; via Kia.

If you were waiting for a three-row SUV from a mainstream brand with a great warranty and normal doors, you’ve probably already checked out the Kia EV9. You’re not alone. Kia keeps setting EV sales records, and the EV9 is helping to drive those sales forward.

Kia’s electrified sales train doesn’t seem to be slowing down anytime soon, either. In addition to seeing some substantial discounts out there, you can finance a Kia EV9 at 0% for 48 months through October.

Lexus RZ

2024 Lexus RZ; via Lexus.

Starting at $55,175, the Lexus RZ promises up to 266 miles of EPA-rated range from a 72.8 kWh battery back in the “base” RZ300e (and 224 from the top-shelf RZ450e). With up to 308 hp and over 195 lb-ft of instant torque, the RZ promises to be one Lexus’ sportier rides in any trim.

Carfax says select 2024 Lexus RZ models qualify for 0% financing for up to 72 months in some regions. Click here to check for Lexus RZ deals near you.

Subaru Soltera

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2024 Subaru Solterra; via Subaru.

The mechanical twin of the Toyota bZ4X EV, Subaru’s Solterra is a deeply discounted and surprisingly capable five-passenger electric crossover that backs up its outdoorsy vibes with more than enough utility to carry your mountain bikes to the trail or your kayaks to the river.

This month, you can pick up a new remaining 2023 or select 2024 Subaru Solterra EV with 0% financing for up to 72 months.

Volkswagen ID.4

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Volkswagen ID.4; via VW.

One of the most popular legacy EVs, the ID.4 offers Volkswagen build quality and (for 2024) a Chat-GPT enabled interface. Still, with a relatively affordable base price, lickety-quick charging, up to 291 miles of EPA-rated range, and a 5-star safety rating, the ID.4 offers a value proposition that’s tough to beat.

This month, the only way to beat the ID.4’s 0% financing for 72 months would be to convince the bank to pay you to buy it. Click here to find an ID.4 near you.

Disclaimer: the vehicle models and financing deals above were sourced from CarsDirect and Carfax, and may not be available in every market, with every discount, or for every buyer (the standard “with approved credit” fine print should be considered implied). Check with your local dealer(s) for more information.

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From $189 a month: 5 of the best EV lease deals in October

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From 9 a month: 5 of the best EV lease deals in October

We’ve got good news – EV lease prices look much better than expected, despite the end of the federal tax credit and 25% import tariff being in place. Prices have crept up compared to last month, but several automakers have stepped in to fill the gap by covering the $7,500 credit themselves or adding extra incentives – and the price of one EV even dropped. Here are October’s top EV lease deals, spotted by our friends at CarsDirect.

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Hyundai IONIQ 5 N (Photo: Hyundai)

2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5 lease from $189/month

The updated 2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5 SE RWD Standard Range remains one of the standout EV lease deals this month, holding steady even after the end of the federal EV tax credit and new import tariffs. Through November 3, you can lease one for $189 a month for 36 months (10,000 miles per year) with $3,999 due at signing. That works out to an effective monthly cost of about $300 – just $40 more than September.

The price bump is far smaller than many expected, especially with Hyundai’s $17,000 in lease cash factored in. And if you’re tempted by an upgrade, the SEL RWD trim is just $50 more per month under the same terms. You’ll get a model that’s roughly $7,000 more in value and $18,750 in savings.

The IONIQ 5 SE RWD Standard Range offers an EPA-estimated 245 miles of range, and this particular offer is available in the Los Angeles and greater California metro areas.

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2025 Hyundai IONIQ 6 Limited (Photo: Hyundai)

2025 Hyundai IONIQ 6 lease from $189/month

The 2025 Hyundai IONIQ 6 SE RWD Standard Range is tied with its sibling for the most affordable EV lease deal this month, offering standout value even after the federal EV tax credit ended. In the California metro area, you can lease it for $189 per month for 36 months (10,000 miles per year) with $3,999 due at signing, and Hyundai is sweetening the deal with $13,250 in lease cash.

That brings the effective monthly cost to around $300, which is only $20 more than last month when the tax credit was still active. With an EPA-estimated 240 miles of range, 149 horsepower, fast-charging capabilities, and a sleek, distinctive design, the IONIQ 6 remains a fan favorite. This offer is valid through November 3.

Click here to find a local dealer that may have the Hyundai IONIQ 6 in stock. –trusted affiliate link

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2025 Kia Niro (Photo: Kia)

2025 Kia Niro lease from $209/month

The 2025 Kia Niro Wind EV returns to our top 5 this month with an impressive regional lease deal. You can lease the Niro Wind EV for $209 per month for 24 months (10,000 miles per year) with $3,999 due at signing. The offer includes $11,800 in lease cash and $14,940 in total savings, bringing the effective monthly cost to about $376. That’s about $80 more per month than September’s tax credit-incentivized deal at $129, but it’s still a solid offer given the policy changes.

This deal is available to California, Colorado, Oregon, and Washington residents through November 3.

Click here to find a local dealer that may have the Kia Niro in stock. –trusted affiliate link

Ford Mustang Mach-e
2025 Ford Mustang Mach-E (Photo: Ford)

2025 Ford Mustang Mach-E from $219/month

The 2025 Ford Mustang Mach-E Select RWD with Package 100A is offering bigger savings this month, making it an even stronger pick for EV shoppers. Known for its premium design and an EPA-estimated 300 miles of range, the Mach-E remains a favorite among drivers who want style and substance.

You can now lease it for $219 per month for 24 months (10,500 miles per year) with $4,499 due at signing. That’s $20 less per month than September’s advertised deal, though the term is shorter. With an effective monthly cost of about $406, it’s only $45 more than last month, a smaller jump than many expected.

The offer includes $6,750 in lease cash for qualified lessees, plus a free Ford Charging Station Pro with complimentary home installation – a rare perk. If you already have a home charger, you can choose an extra $2,000 in bonus cash instead.

This deal is currently available in California through January 5, 2026. Ford found a clever workaround to extend the tax credit for leases through Ford Credit until December 31, 2025. GM also has a similar program.

Click here to find a local dealer that may have the Ford Mustang Mach-E in stock. –trusted affiliate link

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Chevrolet Equinox (Photo: Chevrolet)

2025 Chevrolet Equinox from $269/month

Through November 3, you can lease the 2025 Chevrolet Equinox EV 2LT for $269 per month for 24 months (10,000 miles per year) with just $679 due at signing – one of the lowest upfront costs we’ve seen lately. That works out to an effective monthly cost of around $297. It’s got a quirk, though – this deal excludes Black Cloth Seats.

This is one of the rare EVs to see a price drop in the post-tax-credit era. Compared to September’s offer of $309 a month with $2,609 due at signing, this Chevy Equinox lease is $121 cheaper in effective monthly cost.

The deal is available nationwide for current Chevrolet lessees or those switching from another brand, and it includes a $2,250 loyalty or conquest bonus on top of $1,750 in lease cash. Want to drive away with the newest model? You can upgrade for just $30 more per month.

With an EPA-estimated 319 miles of range, the 2025 Equinox EV 2LT offers solid value for drivers looking to get into Chevy’s newest electric SUV.

Click here to find a local dealer that may have the Chevrolet Equinox in stock. –trusted affiliate link

Read more: From $0 a month: 5 of the best EV lease deals in September


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A new Nissan LEAF NISMO could be coming — this time with the upgraded model

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Nissan is tossing around the idea of a new Nissan LEAF NISMO again, but this time it will be based the newly upgraded version.

Is Nissan launching a new LEAF NISMO EV?

I know, we’ve all heard this one before. Nissan has been talking about launching a LEAF NISMO for years now. And it has released limited edition versions for select markets, but there’s still no production LEAF NISMO available.

According to Christian Spencer, Nissan’s senior marketing manager, there’s a reason for that. Spencer told Carscoops that “The NISMO brand has a lot of variation across the globe.”

He pointed out that in Japan, “NISMO has a lot deeper roots in some of the electric vehicles,”like the Ariya SUV, which is already on sale in Nissan’s home market.

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In the US, the brand tries to “focus a little bit more just because the driving enviroment is different.” While Japan gets the NISMO models, Nissan’s performance cars in the US are mostly Z or GT-R versions.

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Nissan Ariya NISMO (Source: Nissan)

The streets in Japan are smaller and steeper, “so the meaning for NISMO varies a little bit,” Spencer explained. But, he hinted NISMO could make a comeback in the US, starting with the newly upgrade LEAF.

Spencer said that “If we see that demand from the customer base, we’re going to follow it.” Again, this isn’t the first (or likely last) we’ve heard Nissan is planning to launch a LEAF Nismo, but it is for the newly upgraded model introduced this year.

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2026 Nissan LEAF (Source: Nissan)

Nissan said the new 2026 LEAF has “the lowest starting MSRP for any new EV currently on sale in the US” starting at just $29,990.

That’s even cheaper than the OG LEAF, launched in 2011 for $32,780 despite the upgrades. The new LEAF now has a new crossover SUV-like design, over 300 miles driving range, and an NACS port to recharge at Tesla Superchargers.

Will it be next in line for the NISMO treatment? It could make for an affordable performance EV to rival the Hyundai IONIQ 5 N or Tesla Model Y. The question is… will it sell?

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Love it or hate it, the Kia Soul always stood out with its funky, box-like design. Kia is dropping the infamous box car from its lineup at the end of 2025, but promises more exciting vehicles will replace it.

Kia is retiring the Soul box car after the 2025 model year

Who could forget the dancing hamster commercials Kia put out over a decade ago? The Soul was the star in some of Kia’s best marketing ads, but it won’t be offered as a 2026 model year.

Kia is retiring the Soul at the end of the year as it prepares for a new generation of electric and hybrid vehicles., Although Kia’s lineup will be Soul-less next year, the company is promising to replace it with even more exciting cars.

The funky box car was “a cornerstone in Kia gaining a foothold in the United States,” according to Eric Watson, Kia America’s VP of sales.

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Kia is on track for its third consecutive sales record in the US and its highest market share ever. Watson said the Soul helped the brand achieve its early success, but is “equally excited for the future of Kia’s expansive and award-winning utility vehicle lineup.”

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The 2025 Kia Soul (Source: Kia)

The Soul was Kia’s most affordable vehicle in the US for the 2025 model year, starting at just $21,935. Next year, the K4 sedan will take its place, starting at a slightly higher price of $23,165.

Kia is also launching the electric version, the EV4, in early 2026. Although prices have yet to be confirmed, the electric sedan is expected to start at around $35,000 to $40,000.

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The 2026 Kia EV4 electric sedan for the US (Source: Kia)

The EV4 will join the updated EV6 and EV9 in Kia’s expanding lineup. Both the EV6 and EV9 are assembled at Kia’s plant in Georgia.

The EV3, Kia’s compact electric SUV, is also expected to launch in the US sometime in 2026. Prices and an official launch date have yet to be confirmed, but the smaller electric SUV will likely start at around $30,000 to $35,000.

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Kia EV3 (Source: Kia)

Kia’s EV3 is already among the top-selling electric vehicles in the UK, Europe, and other overseas markets. The company also offers some of the top-selling hybrids in the US, including the Niro, Sportage, and Sorento, which will help fill the gap left by the Soul.

Kia plans to end Soul production in October with just a few thousand models remaining at dealers. These will be the last few sold in the US as Kia prepares to revamp its lineup in 2026.

What do you think of the move? Are you sad to see the Soul go? Let us know in the comments.

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