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Spring is finally here, and so are some solid EV lease deals. Right now, a few EVs are going for under $300 a month. Here are the cheapest EVs we could find this March.

Cheapest EVs you can lease this March

After a record year with over 1.3 million EVs sold in the US in 2024, the trend is expected to continue in 2025, with about 15 new models arriving.

Nearly 200,000 electric vehicles were sold in the first two months of the year. In February, the top five best-selling models were the Tesla Model Y, Model 3, Honda Prologue, and Rivian R1S.

Outside of Rivian’s electric SUV, you can lease any of them for under $300 a month this March. With the average monthly lease payment for an electric car $175 less per month than the average loan, it’s no wonder buyers are choosing to lease.

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According to Experian, the Tesla Model 3, Model Y, Honda Prologue, Hyundai IONIQ 5, and Chevrolet Equinox are among the most leased EVs. Again, all of these are under $300 a month right now.

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Hyundai’s new 2025 IONIQ 5 Limited with a Tesla NACS port (Source: Hyundai)

Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis

Lease From Term
(months)
Due at Signing Effective rate per month
(including upfront fees)
2025 Kia Niro EV $129 24 $3,999 $295
2024 Kia EV6 $179 24 $3,999 $345
2024 Hyundai IONIQ 5 $159 24 $3,999 $325
2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5 $199 24 $3,999 $365
2024 Hyundai IONIQ 6 $149 24 $3,999 $315
2025 Hyundai IONIQ 6 $169 24 $3,999 $335
2025 Genesis GV60 $299 24 $5,999 $548

Kia and Hyundai continue to offer some of the most affordable, efficient electric vehicles on the market. The Niro EV is one of the cheapest EVs you can lease this month at just $129 per month.

The new 2025 IONIQ 5 (now with more range and a Tesla NACS charging port) and IONIQ 6 are arriving with big discounts. Even the luxury 2025 Genesis GV60 can be leased for under $300 a month this March.

Earlier this week, Hyundai launched a promo giving those who buy or lease a new 2024 or 2025 model year IONIQ 5 or IONIQ 6 a free ChargePoint Level 2 home charger. If you already have one, you can also opt for a $400 public charging credit.

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2024 Honda Prologue Elite (Source: Honda)

Honda Prologue and Acura ZDX

Lease From Term
(months)
Due at Signing Effective rate per month
(including upfront fees)
2024 Honda Prologue $239 36 $1,399 $335
2024 Acura ZDX $299 24 $2,999 $424

Honda’s electric SUV continues to take the US market by storm. In the second half of 2024, the Prologue was the second best-selling electric SUV behind the Tesla Model Y. It has now been a top five best-seller in the US for the first two months of 2025.

With an ultra-low lease rate of just $239 per month, the Prologue is even more affordable than a Civic this month. No wonder sales are surging.

Honda launched the 2025 model earlier this month, which has more range (now up to 308 miles) and power but keeps the same low starting price.

Acura’s luxury electric SUV can be leased for as low as $299 for 24 months. With only $2,999 due at signing, the ZDX is even cheaper than the Genesis GV60, thanks to generous discounts. In some states, ZDX discounts reach as high as $28,000, also making it more affordable than a Civic to lease this month.

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Chevy Equinox EV LT (Source: GM)

Chevy Blazer and Equinox EVs

Lease From Term
(months)
Due at Signing Effective rate per month
(including upfront fees)
2024 Chevy Equinox EV $299 24 $3,169 $431
2024 Chevy Blazer EV $299 24 $3,879 $461

Chevy’s new electric SUVs are quickly rolling out. The electric Equinox was among the top five best-selling EVs in the final three months of 2024. Both can be leased for under $300 a month this March. The Blazer EV is still slightly more expensive, at $3,879. Keep in mind that the Blazer EV deal also includes a $1,000 trade-in bonus.

The electric Equinox SUV, or “America’s most affordable +315 miles range EV,” as Chevy calls it, is even cheaper than the gas model this month with up to $8,500 in savings.

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Ford Mustang Mach-E (left) and F-150 Lightning (right) (Source: Ford)

Ford F-150 Lightning and Mustang Mach-E

Lease From Term
(months)
Due at Signing Effective rate per month
(including upfront fees)
2024 Ford Mustang Mach-E $213 36 $4,462 $337
2024 Ford F-150 Lightning $233 24 $6,792 $421

Although F-150 Lightning sales are down this year, the Mustang Mach-E remained a top-selling electric SUV through the first two months of 2025

Ford is sweetening the deal with a free Level 2 home charger for any EV purchase or lease through its “Power Promise,” along with a host of other benefits.

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2024 Subaru Solterra (Source: Subaru)

Toyota bZ4X and Subaru Solterra

Lease From Term
(months)
Due at Signing Effective rate per month
(including upfront fees)
2025 Toyota bZ4X $259 36 $2,999 $342
2024 Subaru Solterra $279 36 $279 $287

Japanese automakers are starting to find their rhythm. Toyota bZ4X and Subaru Solterra sales are picking up. With an effective cost of only $287 per month, the Solterra may be the better option this month with standard AWD.

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Tesla Model 3 (Source: Tesla)

Tesla Model Y, Model 3 among cheapest EVs in March

Lease From Term
(months)
Due at Signing Effective rate per month
(including upfront fees)
Tesla Model Y $299 36 $2,999 $382
Tesla Model 3 $299 36 $2,999 $382

Tesla’s Model Y and Model 3 are still the best-selling EVs in the US and at under $300 a month, some of the cheapest you can lease this March.

Other EVs for lease for under $300 a month

Lease From Term
(months)
Due at Signing Effective rate per month
(including upfront fees)
2025 Nissan LEAF $259 36 $2,279 $322
Fiat 500e $159 24 $1,999 $242

Some of these rates may vary by region. The $239 per month Honda Prologue lease deal is offered in California and other ZEV states. Acura’s $299 ZDX promo is only available in CA, NY, OR, and other select states.

In other parts of the country, the Prologue is still listed at just $269 per month for 36 months. With $3,199 due at signing, the effective cost is still just $358 per month. However, a $1,000 conquest or loyalty offer can lower monthly payments to around $330.

With the Trump administration looking to end federal EV incentives, including the $7,500 tax credit, many of these savings could disappear soon. Automakers can offer such low lease prices right now largely because the tax credit is factored in.

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Lectric offers up to $720 in Prime Day e-bike savings from $999, Jackery Explorer 2000 v2 station at exclusive new $629 low, more

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Lectric offers up to 0 in Prime Day e-bike savings from 9, Jackery Explorer 2000 v2 station at exclusive new 9 low, more

We’re less than 24 hours away from the kick-off of Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days event, but that doesn’t mean savings aren’t already well underway. Leading today’s Green Deals is Lectric’s Better-Than-Prime Sale that is offering up to $720 in savings on e-bike bundles, with the second-ever price cut on the premium ONE Long-Range Belt-Drive Commuter e-bike to its $1,899 low, while also getting $220 in FREE gear, among other increased offers. We also secured $870 in exclusive savings on the Jackery Explorer 2000 v2 Portable Power Station at a new $629 low, and you can pick up the latest Schumacher 12A Level 1 Portable EV Charger at $128 – plus, even more waiting for you below. And don’t forget about all the hangover deals from last week collected at the bottom of the page, rounded together in our latest edition of Electrified Weekly.

Head below for other New Green Deals we’ve found today and, of course, Electrek’s best EV buying and leasing deals. Also, check out the new Electrek Tesla Shop for the best deals on Tesla accessories.

Tested: Anker SOLIX C1000 Gen 2 portable power station brings ample support in a smaller and lighter unit

Anker is hands-down one of the most well-known tech accessory brands with an extensive lineup of consumer electronics, and its SOLIX sub-brand has making waves in the  portable backup power solution space. Its C1000 power station made big waves when it first hit the market in 2023, quickly becoming a popular charging solution for camping and other outdoor activities, in particular. Now, two years later, the Anker has introduced its SOLIX C1000 Gen 2 Portable Power Station, which I was lucky enough to snag and test out, and which I believe will outshine its predecessor in the long run. Head below to get my hands-on impressions of this all-new solar generator.

To get our full hands-on impression of this new portable backup power solution, be sure to check out our review here.

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Letric ONE belt-drive e-bike hits $1,899 low during Better-Than-Prime Sale with up to $694 in FREE gear on models from $999

Lectric has launched its Better-Than-Prime Sale with increased savings on its e-bikes reaching up to $720 in total. One notable return is the price cut on the brand’s Premium ONE Long-Range Belt-Drive Commuter e-bike to $1,899 shipped, while it also gets $220 in FREE add-on gear too. This is the biggest deal of the bunch as we’re seeing a $500 price cut from it’s usual $2,399 rate for the second time since the brand’s Labor Day sale, with the additional $220 savings you’re getting from the free included bundle, which contains a rear cargo rack and fenders to go over both wheels. All-in-all, you’re getting a second chance at the best deal to date, with $720 in savings at its all-time lowest tracked price.

Riders looking for the most premium model under Lectric’s flag will certainly enjoy the ONE Long-Range e-bike, which is a higher-end (and much higher-priced) solution that brings a plethora of top features to your commute. This model boasts a Sutto 750W rear hub motor (1,310W peak) alongside a Gates CDC 113-tooth Carbon Drive Belt System, delivering top speeds of 20 to 28 MPH, depending on your state-specific laws. The whole thing is powered by the 14Ah battery that provides up to 60 miles of pedal-assisted travel (bolstered by the brand’s PWR programming) on one full charge. There is also the throttle for pure electric riding, which does decrease its overall mileage.

Joining the motor and belt-drive, another set of premium features you’ll find here is the Pinion auto-shifting gearbox and a 24A potted motor controller that allows more effortless surges to its peak output. There are also the hydraulic mineral oil disc brakes, 20-inch puncture-resistant city tires, an integrated headlight, a brake-activated taillight, hidden cable routing, a color LCD screen, and more.

Lectric Prime Day ONE e-bike offer with $500 cut & $220 bundle

Lectric Prime Day XPedition 2.0 offers with up to $674 bundles:

Lectric Prime Day Trike2 offers with up to $455 bundles:

Lectric Prime Day XP Lite 2.0 LR e-bike offers with $439 bundles:

Lectric Prime Day XPress 750 e-bike offers with $415 bundle

Lectric Prime Day XPeak 2.0 offers with up to $415 bundles:

Lectric Prime Day XP4 e-bike offers with up to $394 bundles:

You can view the entire Lectric Better-Than-Prime Sale lineup of deals on the sale’s main landing page here.

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Power camps, jobsites, tailgates, and more with $870 in exclusive savings on Jackery’s Explorer 2000 v2 station at new $629 low

We’ve secured exclusive savings from Wellbots on the Jackery Explorer 2000 v2 Portable Power Station for $629.10 shippedafter using the exclusive code 9TO5PD10 at checkout for an additional 10% off. It may carry a $1,499 MSRP, but we usually see it keeping down lower between $1,099 and $899, with falls going as low as $799 since first hitting the market back in February. This deal is already starting lower than ever at $699, with the exclusive code for our readers taking the savings even further, as a total $870 is cut from the MSRP for the best and lowest price we have tracked.

If you want to learn more about this power station, be sure to check out our original coverage of this exclusive deal here.

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Get a charge anywhere with Schumacher’s latest 12A level 1 portable EV charger at $128 (Reg. $160)

As part of its early Prime Big Deals Day event, Amazon is now offering the Schumacher SEV1670 12A Level 1 Portable EV Charger for $127.99 shippedafter clipping the on-page coupon. Since its release in May, carrying a $160 full price, we saw this rate first appear during July’s Prime Day, with it only beaten out by one-time falls to $115 and the $112 low a month ago. You can pick it up here today with $32 cut from the tag for the third-lowest price we have tracked.

If you want to learn more about this newer EV charging solution, be sure to check out our original coverage of this deal here.

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Blow, vacuum, or mulch your way through yard debris with the 3-in-1 12A Worx Trivac at $70

As part of its early Prime Big Deal Days event, Amazon is offering the Worx 12A Trivac 3-in-1 Cordless Blower, Vacuum, and Mulcher for $69.99 shipped, which matches the Best Buy pricing we’re seeing while it is included in its Deals of the Day. This handy 3-in-1 device normally runs for $100 at full price these days, with discounts having gone as low as $67 over the year, while past years have seen it fall to $60 at best. Today’s deal cuts $30 off the tag to land things down among some of its lowest prices – just $10 above the low that hasn’t reappeared for quite some time.

If you want to learn more about this handy 3-in-1 tool, be sure to check out our original coverage of this deal here.

Review: Ride1Up’s Revv1 DRT e-bike is a rugged off-roader with plenty of suspension and hidden punch

When it comes to e-bikes, most people’s immediate thought is a commuter model designed to get you through streets to your various destinations, but with Ride1Up’s Revv1 DRT e-bike, the fun is extended (and primarily focused) to off-road adventures, and boy, does this baby have some go in it. It’s been over two years since we reviewed the Revv1 FS counterpart, which we came away quite impressed with its SUPER73-like design. Now we’re heading off the beaten path with this newer off-road variant, which boasts improved specs that outshine its predecessors in the series.

To get our full hands-on impression of this e-bike, be sure to check out our review here.

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Best Fall EV deals!

Best new Green Deals landing this week

The savings this week are also continuing to a collection of other markdowns. To the same tune as the offers above, these all help you take a more energy-conscious approach to your routine. Winter means you can lock in even better off-season price cuts on electric tools for the lawn while saving on EVs and tons of other gear.

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It’s almost here. Kia is about to introduce its smallest, most affordable electric vehicle yet. Although the EV2 is tiny, Kia promises it will look and feel much larger both inside and out.

Kia will unveil the EV2, its smallest EV, in early 2026

We knew it was coming sometime in 2026, but now we have a better idea of when we can expect to see it for the first time.

Kia’s President and CEO Song Ho-Sung told Auto Express that the company is preparing to unveil the EV2 in early 2026. Although he didn’t reveal a specific date, Song offered a few new details we can expect to see when it arrives in production form.

The EV2 Concept was showcased during Kia’s EV Day earlier this year, a preview of the upcoming entry-level EV.

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Like Kia’s previous concepts, such as the EV3 and EV4, you can expect the EV2 to look pretty close to the one shown earlier this year.

“It is still a concept car, but a lot of it you will see,” Karim Habib, Kia’s design boss, told Auto Express, adding, “You can take the example of the EV3 or EV4, which we showed two years ago as concepts.” The EV2 will be no different. According to Habib, “the delta between production car and show car is exactly the same.”

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Kia Concept EV2 (Source: Kia)

It will debut with Kia’s new “Opposites United” design, showcased on its latest electric vehicles like the EV3, EV4, and EV5.

The new design features Kia’s signature Star Map daytime running lights (DRLs), smooth lines, and revamped front and back ends.

Like the EV9 and EV5, the EV2 has a more upright SUV-like stance, which will be carried over to the production model as recent spy shots have confirmed.

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Kia Concept EV2 (Source: Kia)

Although it’s Kia’s smallest EV to date, Song said the “interior roominess” will surprise buyers. The concept features a unique folding rear bench that Habib hinted could make its way into the production car.

The minimalist layout will remain essentially unchanged, but the rear-hinged doors won’t be offered. Well, at least, at first.

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Kia Concept EV2 interior (Source: Kia)

Habib said that is something Hyundai Motor Group is still “working towards,” confirming plans to apply it to future vehicles.

Kia said the EV2 will start at around 30,000 euros ($35,000) when it goes on sale in 2026, or slightly less than the EV3. We could see the production model as soon as the Brussels Motor Show in January.

The EV2 will be built at Kia’s manufacturing plant in Slovakia, specifically for the European market. After the EV2, Kia plans to launch an even smaller, more affordable EV1 as the new base model for its electric car lineup (EV1 to EV9).

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Archer Aviation demonstrated public eVTOL flights in California and they were so quiet! [Video]

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After an announcement last week, eVTOL developer Archer Aviation completed display flights to the public at the 2025 California International Air Show. This public display was Archer’s latest aerial achievement in the public eye as it moves closer to certification and commercial eVTOL operations.

While Archer Aviation ($ACHR) has been a mainstay on Electrek‘s eVTOL news beat for the past few years, the past few months have been fascinating. In May, Archer signed on as the exclusive air taxi provider of the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles.

By June, it became the latest sustainable aviation developer to begin bona fide piloted test flights in its flagship Midnight aircraft (pictured below). Archer’s success continued through the summer, as it reported milestones that marked its longest piloted eVTOL flight (55 miles in 31 minutes), as well as its two highest altitude flights, reaching heights of 7,000 and 10,000 feet.

Last week, Archer announced that it would be demonstrating the capabilities of its Midnight eVTOL to the public with multiple flights over the weekend during the California International Air Show. One day later, we have footage of one of the flights that we want you to see (and try to hear).

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Archer shows of eVTOL tech during display flights in CA

As promised, Archer Aviation completed display flights with its Midnight eVTOL during both days of the 2025 California International Air Show in Salinas, CA, this past weekend. The Salinas Municipal Airport is actually home to Archer’s test flight facility, and the startup was a sponsor of the event.

The annual air show was expected to welcome over 65,000 attendees, not including the 1,000 expected to visit from Archer’s engineering, operations, and flight test departments. According to Archer, its Midnight eVTOL was scheduled for initial test flights, followed by notable flybys from other prominent groups, such as the Blue Angels and the USAF F-16 Viper Demo team.

While those other aerial teams are indeed more death-defying entertainment, their conventional technology is significantly more polluting, from an air and noise perspective. That’s a huge selling point for eVTOL developers like Archer, as they offer more and more public flight demonstrations to inform people of the benefits of this segment.

You have to see Archer’s flight footage of the Midnight to understand what we’re talking about. The aircraft is zooming by over the crowd, and you can not only clearly hear the emcee tallying off the eVTOL’s specs, but you can actually hear murmurs and conversations of people in the crowd—no chance you’re hearing any of that when the Blue Angels soar by.

Obviously, there’s a huge design gap between an all-electric air taxi and an F/A-18 Super Hornet, but the test flights still showcase how much quieter certain aerial travel can be. A better comparison would be a helicopter, which could easily be replaced by eVTOL vessels in the near future.

Until then, you can enjoy the demo eVTOL flight video from Archer below.

Source: Archer Aviation

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