Car Lease Deals

Helpful Car Leasing Insights

• What makes First Vehicle Leasing a trusted supplier?

  Established in 1998, we’re industry experts with a wealth of experience. As an FVL customer, you benefit from the strength of our partnerships with leading finance companies to bring you low prices and flexible leasing options. This means we can tailor deals to suit your needs. Our deals start from under £200, so you’ll find a vehicle for even the tightest budget.

• How does FVL evaluate the best lease deals?

  At First Vehicle Leasing, our aim is to provide the best car leasing solutions and unbeatable service for our customers across the UK. To bring you the best deals we use a rating system. Our proprietary ranking system has been developed over 25 years and takes into account features of each model compared to its rivals. The primary categories used are length of lease, mileage limits along with a car's performance, practicality and tech features. We go direct to negotiate highly competitive deals on all our vehicles, so we can offer the very best deals.

• What is car leasing?

  Car leasing is simply a longer hire of a new car using a credit contract for a set period, usually between 2 and 4 years. They offer low fixed monthly rental payments until the end of the contract, and then you hand the car back.

• What's included in a lease?

  With a standard car lease deal you will find included:

  • Full vehicle manufacturers warranty.
  • Road Tax for the length of the lease.
  • Free UK mainland delivery, right to your door.

  With a standard lease, you are responsible for insurance, charging and (or) fuel costs, damage, servicing, and maintenance.  
   
  If you wish to include servicing, premium branded tyre replacements, and maintenance, you can opt-in for what is called a Lender Maintained Lease. 

  Your lender-maintained contract hire includes all of the above with a few extra additions.

  Those include: 

  • Servicing  
  • Maintenance  (even things like wipers, bulbs, brakes, exhaust)
  • MOT for leases over three years
  • Breakdown recovery
  • Premium branded tyre replacements (and often puncture repairs too)
• What do I get when I lease a car?

  When you lease a car with FVL, you benefit from a range of special deals and offers. You'll also get one-to-one expert advice on which car to choose, how the process works, and how to get the most out of your vehicle. We have access to every new make and model of car available in the UK, including the latest electric cars.

• Should I lease or buy a car?

  With a car lease deal, you don’t need to worry about the depreciating value of your new car. FVL does the hard work for you; behind the scenes, we use a tendering process that shops the leasing marketplace for you. This allows you to lease a new car that may otherwise be out of your price range. See below to view the specially selected partners we work with.

  Your lease agreement will include your road tax (road fund license), the full manufacturer’s warranty. It will be delivered directly to your door – less for you to worry about. Also, your monthly rental payments are fixed when car leasing, making budgeting easier. Adding a maintenance package will provide a hassle-free motoring experience, your servicing, maintenance, and tyres will now be included in your leasing contract. All you need to do is add fuel and insurance. Leasing a new car through your business can also give other benefits, especially if it’s an EV.

• Is car leasing a good idea?

  Leasing a car can be a good idea for planning your monthly budget. With a lease car, you can drive a new vehicle for a cost-effective, fixed monthly payment, simply by selecting the length of your contract, mileage, and any optional extras you wish to include.

• Do I need to insure a leased car?

  You will need to insure your vehicle fully comprehensively from the outset. We do offer packages that can include insurance (t’s and c’s apply), please ask one of our account managers about this.

• Is car leasing available with insurance?

  Some vehicle lenders do offer insurance products with their contracts, ask your account manager for more information.

• How to lease a car with us?

  All you need to do is set up a contract and drive away for 2-4 years with a monthly rental you’re happy with. In addition, you’ll benefit from expert assistance every step of the way, full manufacturer’s warranty and road tax, maintenance and breakdown cover *, and no depreciation on your vehicle.

  With FVL, you can expect dedicated customer service and an excellent package of aftercare, all for an affordable monthly rental cost. So, whether you are looking for an agile city car or an electric family saloon, our specialists will find an economical lease deal that ticks all your boxes. And whichever car lease you choose, we will deliver your vehicle free to your door.

  *Subject to additional packages and add-ons.

• What is the difference between leasing and buying?

  Car leasing gives you a fixed affordable monthly cost, making it easier to work into your budget. Unlike buying, you don’t need to worry about the depreciating value of your car. Leasing allows you to access a brand new car that would otherwise be out of your price range.

  With the amount of money that new cars can lose in depreciation, leasing can make a lot of sense. At the end of the lease agreement, you simply hand your car back. So if you are not fussed about owning the vehicle at the end, leasing a car can be the cheapest way to get into a brand new car.

  Most lease agreements include your car tax (Road Fund License) which is one less thing for you to worry about. Optional maintenance packages make driving stress-free, with the servicing and repairs covered for you. If you own a business, you can claim the lease payments as a tax deduction.