About 1 in 4 New Vehicles in the US Are Leased
Experian data shows that 24.1% of new vehicles were leased in the first quarter of 2026, meaning roughly one in four new vehicles is leased rather than purchased. Leasing was 25.8% in Q1 2025 and 24.3% in Q1 2024. Most drivers still buy or finance rather than lease.
What Is the Average Lease Payment
The average new-vehicle lease payment is $619 as of Q1 2026, compared to a record $770 for a new-vehicle loan. Lower monthly payments are the main reason drivers lease as new vehicle prices continue to rise.
2026 Honda CR-V Overview with Features, Trims, Pricing
The CR-V remains one of America’s best-selling compact SUVs, and the 2026 model doesn’t change the formula. Seven trims, two powertrains, and a real tech upgrade across the board. Car and Driver has named it a 10Best Truck and SUV three years running. Powertrain The CR-
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What Are the Most Leased Vehicles
Honda is the most leased brand in the US. For individual models, the Tesla Model 3, Tesla Model Y, Honda CR-V, and Ford F-150 lead in lease popularity.