If you’re looking for a brand new car at an affordable price, car leasing might be the perfect choice for you. Here are five of our favourite cars, all available to lease for less than £200 per month with Vanarama.
Fiat 500 Hybrid
The latest Fiat 500 is already a modern icon, combining distinctive styling with low day-to-day running costs. Nothing else quite gives you this much flair and panache for such low monthly costs. It’s powered by a 1.0-litre petrol-electric ‘mild hybrid’ engine capable of more than 60mpg, while the car’s tiny dimensions mean it’s great for zipping around in busy traffic. A quite high-set driving position and large windows mean it’s easy to place on the road and park in small spaces. A fantastic, highly desirable city car.
Check out our Fiat 500 review to find out more.
MG 3
If sporty looks, fun driving characteristics and loads of kit are your priorities, MG 3 leasing could be perfect for you. There’s just one engine choice - a 1.5-litre petrol with 106hp - but it’s easy on fuel and quiet when ticking over. Even the base model, called Excite, is well-equipped. It comes with 16-inch alloys, rear parking sensors, air conditioning, Apple CarPlay, Bluetooth, a touchscreen infotainment system and plenty of safety kit. Move up to Exclusive specification and the MG3 feels positively loaded, adding navigation, cruise control and a reversing camera - the last of those really useful when it comes to parking.
Vauxhall Corsa
The Vauxhall Corsa has been one of Britain’s best-selling cars since the first one arrived in the early ‘90s. This latest version, the sixth generation, is already continuing that trend - and it’s easy to see why. Its stylish lines hide a roomy and practical passenger compartment, as well as one of the larger boots among similarly sized alternatives. All models come with plenty of equipment, and there’s a choice of three petrol engines, all of which should give you more than 50mpg in daily use. There’s even a fully electric version called the Corsa-e, which compromises nothing compared to the petrol versions, aside from giving you zero-emissions driving.
Check out our Vauxhall Corsa review to find out more.
Citroen C3
Cars of this size rarely are as unusual as the Citroen C3. It looks great on the outside, with a distinctive front-end design and clever plastic bump protectors on the doors - Citroen calls them ‘Airbumps’ and they’re designed to protect the door panels from being dinged by another car door in a tight car park. Inside, the C3 has a lovely, airy cabin with unusually flat and incredibly comfortable seats. That comfort ethos bleeds into the way the car drives, with a focus on soft suspension and a quiet experience overall. That makes the C3 feel a lot more refined and relaxed than the average small car. If that sort of experience is more important to you than sharp handling, the C3 should be in your thoughts.
Read our Citroen C3 review to find out more.
SEAT Ibiza
SEAT’s Ibiza, a car that shares parts with the Skoda Fabia, the Volkswagen Polo and the Audi A1, is one of the best cars you can lease if you’re after a charming and cost-effective five-door runabout. It’s hard to believe that a car this good in every way can be yours for less than £200 per month - especially given that the budget extends to a turbocharged TSI model. The 1.0-litre TSI engine is a real highlight. It’s smooth, economical and has a decent amount of shove when you put your foot down. Regardless of engine choice, though, you’ll enjoy the Ibiza’s great driving position, sense of high quality and classy cabin design.
Head to our SEAT Ibiza review to find out more.
FAQs
How do I know if car leasing is right for me?
If you’re looking for a brand new car with a full manufacturer warranty and you want to keep your monthly costs in control, then leasing with Vanarama is a great option. We have a comprehensive guide to car leasing and personal contract hire (PCH) for you that covers all the key aspects of this affordable form of new-car finance.
Do you have leasing deals on other cars?
Vanarama always has a great selection of car leasing special offers. Alternatively, use our easy filters to set a monthly budget of between £150 and £250 a month, and then see all of your car-leasing choices laid out before you.
Where can I find out more to help me choose a lease car?
You can head to our comprehensive car reviews and car guides section, where there’s plenty of useful information that will help you find exactly the right car to lease for your needs.
