Our guide to finding the best lease deal

Our guide to finding the best lease deal for your next vehicle.

Let’s be honest – you want the best lease deal possible. But with all the many options out there, how do you find your perfect car at the perfect price without spending weeks trawling through comparison sites?

At Carparison, we have a dedicated pricing team that works closely with funders and dealerships nationwide to scope out those lease deals that are worth shouting about (many exclusive to us).

We do the heavy lifting, so you don’t have to become a part-time lease researcher.

Don’t just take our word, take our customer’s and read their reviews here.

So, here's how to find the best lease deal, whether you're going it alone or working with us.

Start with expert advice (it’s free)

Here's the thing about lease deals - our team spends all day, every day, hunting them down so you don't have to.

Every enquiry gets looked after by a dedicated Leasing Consultant whose job it is to find you the best possible vehicle and lease deal for your needs.

They’ve got visibility on preferential rates, exclusive offers and alternative vehicles you might not have considered.

They’re experts for a reason.

You may want to do it alone, but joining forces is the fastest way to find the best lease deal is to let the experts do what they do best. While you’re comparing one deal at a time, our pricing team is building relationships with funders and dealers nationwide to secure exclusive rates that aren't available anywhere else.

Why spend hours researching when a quick conversation could save you both time and money?

Stay flexible to unlock better deals

Our leases are designed to be customisable – term length, annual mileage, maintenance packages. But here’s where it gets interesting.

While logic and sense suggest longer terms mean lower monthly payments (as a mortgage would act), our negotiated special offers can flip this on its head.

You might find a three-year lease that’s cheaper per month than a four-year. Or discover that a 10,000 annual mileage costs less than 8,000 miles because a particular funder only offers those minimum terms.

Real example: That Hyundai IONIQ 6 you have your eyes on - the two-year lease is cheaper than the three- and four-year lease. This will be due to a variety of reasons, but it’s also a ‘Carparison Exclusive’ deal*, with preferential terms.

If you can be flexible on lease length, mileage, or initial payment, ask your consultant about preferential terms. This flexibility could save you hundreds or get you a higher spec than you originally budgeted for.

*At the time of publication

Move quickly when you find the right car

We know, we know - "limited stock" warnings can feel like sales pressure. But here's the reality: the online lease market moves incredibly fast.

When we tell you stock is running low, it's because it genuinely is. We're committed to transparency, which means giving you the real picture - not fictional urgency.

Why speed matters:

• Registration deadlines: Many discounts only apply if you register before month-end
• Stock levels: Popular specifications sell out quickly
• Finance approval: Takes up to 24 hours, and we allocate cars first-come, first-served after approval

If you've found your perfect deal, try to decide quickly. Get your finance application in promptly to secure your chosen car.

Check the deal actually exists

This one’s frustrating but important. Some brokers advertise fantasy prices on cars that don’t exist, just to get you to click and view, before switching you to a completely different deal.

The old “bait and switch” tactics are particularly common on comparison sites, where brokers list theoretical factory-order prices rather than actual available stock.

Sure, you could wait six months for a factory build at that price - but most people want their car within a few weeks.

Red flags to watch out for:

• Prices that seem too good to be true
• No clear delivery timeframes
• Vague stock information
• Pressure to switch to "similar" vehicles

Keep your eyes peeled.

We only advertise deals that actually exist, with real cars you can have delivered a lot sooner than six months. No bait and switch, no hidden catches.

Get your lease term spot-on

How you personalise your lease terms can make a big difference to your overall costs. Here are the main ones to nail down:

Annual mileage

Be realistic, if you get this wrong, it’ll cost you. Exceed your limit and you’ll pay 4-35p per excess mileage. It’s always more expensive than factoring those miles into your lease from the get-go.

Our advice: Add a buffer. If you think you'll do 8,000 miles, consider 10,000. Better to have miles you don't use than face excess charges later.

Initial payment

A lot of the time, putting more money down upfront reduces your overall lease cost (but some funders don’t operate in this way). 

Your consultant can calculate if a higher initial payment saves you money in the long run.

Warranty coverage

Check if the manufacturer warranty covers your entire lease term (hello Kia’s seven-year warranty). 

If it does, unexpected repairs are covered at no extra cost. If not, you'll be responsible for repairs once the warranty expires. There’s usually an option to opt for an extended warranty to make sure you’re always covered.

There you have it - our guide to bagging the best lease deal without the headache.

Remember, the best deals don't hang around forever. So when you find your perfect car at the perfect price, don't sleep on it.