Top EVs you can lease for under $300/month this October

With a week left in October, now's the time to snag an EV lease with monthly payments under $300.

New EVs are popular to lease rather than own outright because most qualify for a federal tax credit that isn't always available to buyers. That might be why Edmunds data found almost 80% of new electric purchases are now leased, as of mid October. The lease "loophole" offers up to $7,500 off.

To find the best leases, CarsDirect, an automotive research firm, compiled lease terms through Oct. 31. We sorted through the best prices for all-electric options. Costs maybe vary based on your location and lease terms can inflate monthly costs.

From highest to lowest monthly cost, here are the best EV lease deals for October.

2024 Tesla Model 3 Long Range RWD

• Monthly Payment: $299

• True Monthly Cost: $410

• Term Length: 36 months

• Due at Signing: $3,999

• Range: 363 miles

• Sticker price: $42,490

2024 Subaru Solterra Premium

• Monthly Payment: $279

• True Monthly Cost: $286

• Term Length: 36 months

• Due at Signing: $279

• Range: 227 miles

• Sticker price: $44,995

2024 Honda Prologue EX

• Monthly Payment: $259

• True Monthly Cost: $295

• Term Length: 36 months

• Due at Signing: $1,299

• Range: Up to 296 miles

• Sticker price: $47,400

2024 Nissan Leaf S

• Monthly Payment: $249

• True Monthly Cost: $322

• Term Length: 36 months

• Due at Signing: $2,649

• Range: 150 miles

• Sticker price: $28,140

2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV 2LT

• Monthly Payment: $239

• True Monthly Cost: $365

• Term Length: 24 months

• Due at Signing: $3,029

• Range: 300 miles

• Sticker price: $41,900

2024 Toyota bZ4X XLE

• Monthly Payment: $269

• True Monthly Cost: $325

• Term Length: 36 months

• Due at Signing: $1,999

• Range: Up to 252 miles

• Sticker price: $43,070

The bZ4X deal is available longer than the others through Nov. 4.

2024 Hyundai Kona Electric SEL

• Monthly Payment: $199

• True Monthly Cost: $365

• Term Length: 24 months

• Due at Signing: $3,999

• Range: Up to 261 miles

• Sticker price: $36,675

For 2024 trims, the SE is available for $179 per month, while the top trim Limited is $249 under the same terms.

2024 Hyundai Ioniq 5 SEL RWD

• Monthly Payment: $199

• True Monthly Cost: $365

• Term Length: 24 months

• Due at Signing: $3,999

• Range: 303 miles

• Sticker price: $47,400

The base SE Standard Range with the same terms is $159 per month, while the SE is $189.

2024 Fiat 500e Inspi(RED)

• Monthly Payment: $199

• True Monthly Cost: $275

• Term Length: 36 months

• Due at Signing: $2,669

• Range: Up to 149 miles

• Sticker price: $34,095

2024 VinFast VF 8 Eco

• Monthly Payment: $199

• True Monthly Cost: $225

• Term Length: 36 months

• Due at Signing: $894

• Range: 264 miles

• Sticker price: $46,055

2024 Kia EV6 Light Long Range RWD

• Monthly Payment: $179

• True Monthly Cost: $345

• Term Length: 24 months

• Due at Signing: $3,999

• Range: 310 miles

• Sticker price: $45,950

With a 36-month deal the same EV6 bumps to $229 per month.

2024 Kia Niro EV Wind

• Monthly Payment: $169

• True Monthly Cost: $335

• Term Length: 24 months

• Due at Signing: $3,999

• Range: 253 miles

• Sticker price: $39,600

A 36-month term for the same Niro EV Wind pushes the monthly payment to $219 per month.

2024 Hyundai Ioniq 6 SE RWD Standard Range

• Monthly Payment: $159

• True Monthly Cost: $325

• Term Length: 24 months

• Due at Signing: $3,999

• Range: 240 miles

• Sticker price: $37,500

2024 Volkswagen ID.4 S

• Monthly Payment: $99

• True Monthly Cost: $265

• Term Length: 36 months

• Due at Signing: $5,995

• Range: 206 miles

• Sticker price: $44,855

Final thoughts

Big names in the EV space are looking attractive in October with affordable monthly pricing. The all-new Honda Prologue is on offer and the Hyundai Ioniq 6 has one of the best deals available on the base trim. Volkswagen is running a lease special on the ID.4 S model. Before committing to an EV, double check the range and battery specs. It's not as great of a deal if you'll be constantly charging.