Hybrid Car Lease Deals | LeaseLoco

Take electric power, pair it with a petrol or a diesel engine, and what do you get?

Hybrids hit the sweet spot if you're keen on electric driving but don't want to go the full way with an electric car lease, or if you just miss the vroom of a good old internal combustion engine. The best of both worlds.

Find the UK’s top leasing offers in one place and enjoy fixed monthly payments on a brand new car. Every hybrid lease deal includes road tax and the full manufacturer warranty included, for added peace of mind. And because we compare prices across the market, you’ll always get the cheapest lease deals available, all ranked from 0 to 100 using our unique LocoScore algorithm.

How Do Hybrid Cars Work?

Unlike fully electric cars, hybrids are powered by both an electric motor AND either a petrol or a diesel engine. These two power sources work alongside each other, with the electric motor assisting the engine for better fuel efficiency or giving you all-electric power at lower speeds.

The end result? Cheaper running costs, more £££ savings, reduced emissions and a smoother, more silent drive.

Yes, you'll still be visiting fuels station, but not as often as you would with a petrol or diesel vehicle.

How Do I Charge a Hybrid Car?

That's the thing . . . you don't. At least not with regular or self-charging hybrids.

A regular hybrid car recharges through a process called regenerative braking. Without getting too scientific, this works by recovering energy that’s normally lost when you brake or slow down. Instead of wasting that energy as heat, the electric motor converts it back into electricity that's then ready to power the car again.

What About Plug-in Hybrids?

Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEVs) are a bit different. Like regular hybrids, a plug-in hybrid vehicle also runs on both electric power and a regular internal combustion engine.

As the name suggests though, you have to plug them in to top up the electric power. This could be at a wall charger, home charger or public charging point.

Advantages of Regular Hybrids Compared to PHEVs

🔌 No need to plug in:

Because the battery recharges itself, you'll never have to think about plugging in, nor about installing a home charger to get the cheapest charge rates. Instead, you just fill up with fuel as usual.

💷 Lower upfront lease cost:

Because regular hybrids have less complicated batteries and inner workings than plug-in hybrid cars, they can sometimes be more affordable to lease.

🛣️ Lighter and more efficient on longer drives:

Lighter batteries means less weight weighing down on the vehicle, and less weight means better fuel economy – especially on long motorway journeys.

🏙️ Better for city driving:

Regular hybrid cars recharge when you break or slow down, making them great for constant stop-start traffic in urban areas.

Lease a Hybrid Car with LeaseLoco

Leasing a hybrid has never been easier or more flexible than with us at LeaseLoco. We compare deals from multiple trusted and approved leasing partners from across the UK. The best hybrid lease deals, without hours of searching.

Our platform lets you tailor your lease to suit your needs. Adjust key filters such as annual mileage, initial rental, and contract length to see only the deals that fit your lifestyle.

FAQs about Hybrid Car Lease Deals

Can I lease a hybrid car?

Yes, leasing a hybrid car has never been easier, with deals from multiple suppliers offered on our site. Like with leasing any other kind of vehicle, it can suit you if you like to switch to a brand new vehicle every few years.

Is it a good idea to lease a hybrid car?

A hybrid lease car can be ideal if you want some of the benefits of electric vehicles without going fully electric. Some of those benefits include improved fuel efficiency, reduced emissions, and a smoother, quieter driving experience. Leasing one offers a flexible contract (annual mileage, deposit, term) on a brand new model.

What happens at the end of a hybrid lease?

At the end of your hybrid car lease, you hand it straight back to the leasing company who you took it out from. Somebody will come to inspect and collect the vehicle, and as long as you haven't exceeded your contractual annual mileage or damaged the hybrid vehicle beyond BVRLA Fair Wear and Tear guidelines, you'll likely have nothing further to pay.

What credit score do I need to lease a hybrid?

Different leasing companies may have slightly different criteria when it comes to the 'right' credit score, but generally it's ideal if you have a fair to good credit rating, in order to have the best chance of being approved. So a minimum score of around 620 on a platform like Experian is a good starting point. But if you have a lower rating, that doesn't automatically mean that you can't take out a hybrid lease. Our leasing partners may just require more from you in the way of a guarantor or a director's guarantee.

What happens when a hybrid car runs out of gas?

If your hybrid car runs out of petrol or diesel, then it will likely switch to electric-only mode and only be able to drive a short distance purely on battery power before coming to a complete stop. For that reason, it's recommended that instead of attempting to drive further, you instead pull over at the nearest safe place and call for assistance.

Can you still drive a hybrid car if the battery dies?

It's generally not possible to drive a hybrid car if the high-voltage battery dies, because this is a crucial part of the vehicle's powertrain and is required to start the gas engine and provide power. In such a situation, your hybrid car will either stop immediately or not start, as a safety precaution.

Will regular hybrid vehicles be phased out?

Brand new standard hybrid vehicles will eventually be phased out, but not as quickly as new petrol and diesel vehicles. New petrol and diesel vehicles will continue to be sold until 2030, whereas the equivalent date for new hybrid vehicles is 2035.