Buying a brand-new SUV in 2026 can cost drivers more than $50,000, while average monthly car payments are around $770, according to NerdWallet.
If you are not interested in long-term ownership and want a lower monthly payment, leasing may be an option. These offers vary by location and credit score, and the advertised payment does not include every cost of leasing.
2026 Toyota 4Runner
Drivers can lease a 2026 Toyota 4Runner midsize SUV for $319 a month for 36 months with $4,999 due at signing, according to U.S. News & World Report. That works out to $16,483 over three years before taxes, fees and other charges.
Toyota’s midsize SUV is known for its durability and off-road capability. Leasing can give drivers time with the vehicle before deciding whether to buy it. The 4Runner is built for long-term use and can surpass 250,000 miles, according to the article.
The 2026 Toyota 4Runner uses a 2.4-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine that produces 278 horsepower. It gets 20 miles per gallon in the city and 26 mpg on the highway.
2026 Hyundai Kona
USA TODAY Cars tested the 2026 Hyundai Kona for a week and described it as stylish and fun to drive. The subcompact SUV leases for $219 a month for 36 months with $3,999 due at signing. That works out to $11,883 over three years before taxes, fees and other charges, making it one of the most affordable new SUV lease deals available this September.
The Kona has a modern, refined interior and enough cabin and cargo space for small families. Its 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine produces 147 horsepower, and the vehicle gets 29 mpg in the city and 34 mpg on the highway.
2026 Subaru Outback
Drivers can lease a new Subaru Outback for $299 per month for 36 months with $4,298 due at signing. That works out to $15,062 over three years before taxes, fees and other charges.
The midsize family SUV uses a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine that produces 180 horsepower. It gets 25 mpg in the city and 31 mpg on the highway. The Outback also offers utility for road trips, grocery hauls and daily driving.
2027 Kia Telluride
USA TODAY Cars tested the 2027 Kia Telluride and described it as a strong midsize, three-row family SUV after its redesign. Drivers can lease it for $449 a month for 36 months with $3,999 due at signing. That works out to $20,163 over three years before taxes, fees and other charges.
The 2027 Telluride uses a 2.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine that produces 274 horsepower. It gets 20 mpg in the city and 26 mpg on the highway.
Lease offers can change quickly and may depend on credit, availability, taxes and fees. Compare the total amount due over the full term — not just the monthly payment — before signing.
This article originally appeared on USA TODAY. Reporting by Charles Singh, USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect.
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