The 10-Best Lease Deals Under $300 - New Subaru Forester Ranks Number One

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What are the best lease deals for 2022? A new report says the 2022 Subaru Forester offers the best lease deal in January. Check out the complete list here.

What is the best sub-$300 lease deal for SUV shoppers right now? Kelly Blue Book (KBB) released its ten best SUV lease deals under $300. Here's a look at the best sub-$300 SUV lease deals for January 2022.

The popular 2022 Subaru Forester arrives in the U.S. now and has the best lease deal of any SUV, according to KBB.


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10 Best SUV Lease Deals Under $300 in January 2022

2022 Subaru Forester: $2,515 (down payment) and $255/month for 36 months
2021 Toyota RAV4: $2,999 down and $279/month for 36 months
2022 Hyundai Santa Fe: $3,699 down and $219/month for 36 months
2022 Mazda CX-5: $2,999 down and $259/month for 36 months
2022 Honda CR-V: $3,599 down and $299/month for 36 months
2022 Chevrolet Blazer: $3,609 down and $229/month for 36 months
2022 GMC Terrain: $3,365 down and $209/month for 24 months
2022 Kia Sorento: $3,499 down and $279/month for 36 months
2021 Nissan Rogue: $2,919 down and $289/month for 36 months
2021 Buick Enclave: $3,299 down and $299/month for 24 months

What sets the Forester apart?

Consumer Reports just ranked the 2022 Forester one of the six best new SUVs under $30,000. CR says Forester is a top choice because the compact SUV offers good performance, gets top safety scores, is reliable, fuel-efficient, and satisfying. The Forester also comes standard with all-wheel-drive, 8.7-inches of ground clearance, and X-Mode for improved severe weather traction.


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CR ranks the 2022 Forester the best compact SUV for its "roomy interior, excellent visibility, commendable fuel economy, simple controls, a comfortable ride, and responsive handling." CR achieved 28 mpg overall, which is among the best in class.

The 2022 Forester is powered by a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine with 182 horsepower and 176 lb-ft of torque. A CVT automatic is the only transmission offered. Is there a downside to the Forester? CR says, "acceleration isn't exhilarating, and the engine's noise isn't the most pleasant."

What is the price of the 2022 Subaru Forester?

The 2022 Subaru Forester gets a modest price increase and comes in six trim levels; The base Forester starts at $26,320, Premium ($29,320), Sport ($30,890), Limited ($33,000), new Wilderness ($33,945), and Touring ($36,420). Pricing includes destination and delivery fees ($1,125).

Why is leasing a Forester a good deal?

Subaru Forester's high residual value can still make the compact SUV particularly attractive to lease. You'll get a high trade-in value when you turn the model in at the end of your lease. While there are generally no Subaru rebates, current lessees may be eligible for up to a $500 loyalty discount good toward the lease of a new Subaru model.

According to Kelly Blue Book, the 2022 Subaru Forester offers the best lease deal under $300 right now for SUV shoppers with a $2,515 down payment and $255/month for 36 months.

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Denis Flierl has invested over 30 years in the automotive industry in a consulting role working with every major car brand. He is an accredited member of the Rocky Mountain Automotive Press. Check out Subaru Report where he covers all of the Japanese automaker's models. More stories can be found on the Torque News Subaru page. Follow Denis on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

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