Hybrid Car Lease Deals 2025

Q: What is the best hybrid car to lease?

carwow’s highest-rated hybrid car is the BMW 330e . This version retains the usual fun-driving and stylish nature of the saloon, with the added benefit of some electric range. You’ll get around 40 miles of emissions-free driving out of it. To help you choose the right hybrid vehicle for you, here's our pick of the best hybrid cars on the market right now.

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How leasing works on carwow

Find your car

Use carwow to browse and compare leasing deals. Once you've found the perfect deal, contact the dealer for a personalised quote.

Contact the dealer

When you're happy with the car and the quote, you'll apply for Contract Hire finance. Once approved by the leasing company the dealer can order your new car.

Take delivery

Once everything's signed, you'll be notified of a delivery date. Then simply relax and wait for your new car to arrive at your door!

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About the hybrid car

A hybrid cars combines an internal combustion engine with an electric motor and battery system to improve fuel efficiency and reduce emissions. It operates using various configurations, including mild hybrids, which assist the engine but cannot run solely on electric power; full hybrids, which can operate using the engine, electric motor, or both; and plug-in hybrids (PHEVs), which have larger batteries that can be recharged externally for extended electric-only driving.

Why should you lease a hybrid car?

Hybrid cars offer several advantages over traditional petrol or diesel vehicles. By combining an internal combustion engine with an electric motor, they achieve higher fuel efficiency and lower CO₂ emissions, particularly in urban driving conditions. This dual powertrain allows for some electric-only driving, reducing fuel consumption and contributing to environmental sustainability. Additionally, hybrids provide the convenience of a conventional engine, eliminating concerns about range anxiety associated with fully electric vehicles.

Leasing a hybrid car presents numerous benefits for consumers. It offers the opportunity to drive a new vehicle with lower monthly payments compared to purchasing outright, making it financially accessible. Leasing also allows individuals to regularly upgrade to the latest hybrid models, ensuring access to the most recent advancements in fuel efficiency and technology. Furthermore, lessees are not burdened with the vehicle's depreciation, as they can simply return the car at the end of the lease term without worrying about its resale value.

Hybrid car lease FAQs

What are the benefits of leasing a hybrid car?

Leasing your new hybrid car gives you the benefits of an up-to-date model without having to spend a large amount of money outright to own it.

Plus, if you’re the type to switch cars often, this allows you to get into another new model sooner.

What is the best hybrid car to lease?

carwow’s highest-rated hybrid car is the BMW 330e. This version retains the usual fun-driving and stylish nature of the saloon, with the added benefit of some electric range. You’ll get around 40 miles of emissions-free driving out of it.

To help you choose the right hybrid vehicle for you, here's our pick of the best hybrid cars on the market right now.

Are there any financial incentives to get a hybrid car?

The Government no longer offers a grant towards hybrid cars.

It is offering a £1,500 Plug-in Car Grant (PiCG) towards select electric vehicles. These must cost less than £32,000 at RRP, inclusive of options, VAT and any delivery fees.

What are the different types of hybrid car?

Hybrid cars come in two forms — plug-in and ‘self-charging’.

Plug-in hybrids do as they say on the tin, giving you the option to plug the car in for to recharge its batteries.

‘Self-charging’ will recharge the battery as you’re driving along, using the engine to provide energy.

Check out our guide on the different types of hybrid cars for more information.

Should I get a hybrid or electric car?

Hybrid cars are a good first step towards owning an electric car. They offer a small amount of electric range, lower emissions and the familiarity of a conventional engine.

Electric cars are cheaper to use on a day-to-day basis though, and technology is ever-improving for better ranges and more efficient energy usage.

What happens at the end of my hybrid car lease?

Once your hybrid car lease is over, you’ll just need to hand your car back to the finance company you’ve leased with.

Assuming you haven’t exceeded your mileage allowance and there’s no damage beyond normal wear and tear, you shouldn’t have any additional fees to pay.

You’ll then be free to lease another new car, or explore other options if you’d prefer.

For more information, read our guide on what happens at the end of a car lease.

What happens if I go over my mileage allowance?

If you exceed a mileage allowance on your lease agreement, you may have to pay additional fees.

This will vary depending on your agreement but is usually done on a per-mile basis. It’s worth checking your documents for an accurate figure.

Why should I use carwow to find my next hybrid car lease?

carwow is here to help you through the car leasing process. If you’re unsure about which car is right for you, the car chooser is here to help find models to suit your needs.

Once you’ve found the right car, you’ll then be able to compare offers from our approved dealers. There’s no haggling to worry about, and you can do it all from the comfort of your sofa.

You can find more information about leasing a car through carwow in this handy guide.