► The best hybrids to lease in 2021
► From superminis to grand tourers
► Get the best of both worlds
The seemingly inevitable leap to EVs (Electric Vehicles) is getting closer by the day and while UK car buyers are opening up to the idea of electric cars, more still are reluctant to take the plunge. But as drivers become more environmentally aware, hybrid cars can make an excellent stepping stone towards a fully electric car.
Hybrid cars blend the traditional ICE (Internal Combustion Engine) with EV tech to remove the range anxiety associated with fully electric vehicles while still offering lower emissions than regular petrol and diesel cars. There are different types of hybrid available. The list below includes fully hybrid electric vehicle (FHEV) and plug-in hybrid (PHEV). We have a full explainer right here.
What is car leasing?
Also called PCH (Personal Contract Hire), leasing is essentially a very long rental. You pay an initial rental fee and a series of monthly payments before giving your car back at the end of your lease. We've found a selection of leasing deals to suit most budgets and needs. All these deals have been found through our partner site leasing.com.
Best hybrids to lease
Ford Kuga
Price per month: £366.69
Initial rental: £3300.21
Contract length: 48 months
Annual mileage: 8000
The Ford Kuga is among the bestselling SUVs on sale today. People love it because it offers class leading handling and very impressive hybrid systems.
It's available both as a PHEV or FHEV, although if you want AWD you'll have to go for the diesel.
Now in its third generation, the Ford Kuga is packed to the rafters with technology in even its most basic spec and represents excellent value for money.
The best deal we've found for a Ford Kuga is £366.69 p/m for 48 months with an initial rental fee of £3300.21 and an annual mileage limit of 8000.
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Honda Jazz
Price per month: £134.17
Initial rental: £1406.53
Contract length: 36 months
Annual mileage: 5000
While previous generations of Jazz were safe and cleverly designed, they were pretty dull. This latest Jazz is a hybrid-only affair and has had some much-needed fun injected into it.
It's still an incredibly well packaged car, offering class leading storage space with those Magic Seats. But it's now far nicer to drive thanks to the hybrid setup that uses the engine as an electricity generator, much like a BMW i3.
The best deal we found for the Honda Jazz was £134.17 p/m for 36 months with an initial rental fee of £1406.53 and an annual mileage limit of 5000.
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Toyota Yaris
Price per month: £183.56
Initial rental: £1652.04
Contract length: 36 months
Annual mileage: 5,000
One of the smallest and cheapest hybrids on sale today, the recently updated and now hybrid-only Toyota Yaris is a superbly sensible option.
While it's not as headline grabbing as the GR Yaris, the standard Yaris is a stylish, well-made supermini capable of up to 68.9mpg.
The best deal we've found for a Toyota Yaris is £183.56 p/m for 36 months with an initial rental fee of £1851.04 and a 5000 mile per year limit.
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Renault Captur
Price per month: £369.60
Initial rental: £3326.40
Contract length: 48 months
Annual mileage: 12,000
The second generation Captur now includes a hybrid option. It uses a 1.6-litre petrol engine that's partnered with an electric motor capable of 28 miles of pure-electric driving.
The Captur also offers excellent interior space, a comfortable ride and a decent level of technology making it a smart hybrid SUV choice.
We've found a Renault Captur Hybrid for £369.60 p/m for 48 months with an initial rental fee of £3326.40 and a generous 12,00 mile per year limit.
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Lexus RX
Price per month: £515.20
Initial rental: £4831.80
Contract length: 48 months
Annual mileage: 5000
Lexus has established itself as a top dog when it comes to luxury hybrids and the RX is no exception.
Expect exceptional build quality and refinement in this FHEV SUV. Just remember that a third row of seats is an optional extra – so remember to check with the leasing firm to see if they've been specced.
The best deal we've found for a Lexus RX is £515.20 p/m for 48 months with an initial rental fee of £4831.80 and an annual mileage limit of 5000.
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Toyota Prius
Price per month: £226.19
Initial rental: £2234.71
Contract length: 48 months
Annual mileage: 5,000
The Toyota Prius was the world's first production hybrid car launching way back in 1997. Now in its fourth generation it remains one of the best value hybrid cars on sale.
It may not be the most exhilarating car to drive, but the 1.8-litre engine and electric batteries offer bulletproof reliability. Just look at how many taxi drivers choose the Prius.
The best deal we found for the Toyota Prius was £226.19 p/m for 48 months with an initial rental fee of £2234.71 and an annual mileage limit of 5000.
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Lexus LC
Price per month: £1029.34
Initial rental: £9264.06
Contract length: 48 months
Annual mileage: 5,000
Infusing coupe style with a hybrid drivetrain, the Lexus LC 500h is an attractive, if slightly left-field grand tourer choice.
The LC 500h uses a 3.5-litre V6 and a 177bhp electric motor. Together, they make the LC a superbly refined car. The interior is as fantastic as it is infuriating, but its build quality is unparalleled.
The best deal we've found for a Lexus LC 500h is £1029.34 p/m for 48 months with a £9363.06 initial rental fee and a 5000 mile per year limit.
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