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Smart lease deals
There are only three models in the Smart range, but they're all fully electric and ultra-compact, making them ideal city cars to lease. If you're looking for affordable zero-emissions driving, our Smart lease deals are a great choice. With car leasing you're in control, simply choose the length of your lease, how many miles you'll drive each year, and how much you'd like to pay upfront, and we'll find the best monthly price for you....
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Smart #3
From
£539
Per month
£6,713 upfront payment
(inc. £245 processing fee)
60 month contract
5,000 miles p/a
About Smart
The modern Smart lineup focuses on high-tech electric crossovers built for urban and commuting versatility. Models like the Smart #1 and #3 feature sleek, rounded styling, panoramic glass roofs, and distinctive LED lightbars. Inside, the spacious 5-seat cabins offer generous headroom and legroom for adults, floating centre consoles, and large central touchscreens managing media and drive settings. Boot space easily handles daily shopping, luggage, or buggies.
The electric powertrains deliver brisk acceleration, with single-motor rear-wheel-drive or powerful dual-motor BRABUS variants available. Fast DC charging capability enables rapid battery top-ups on longer journeys.
Why lease a Smart?
Leasing a Smart crossover is the most sensible way to experience modern electric style and performance without taking on long-term ownership risks. Premium electric crossovers carry distinct retail list prices, but leasing breaks those costs into predictable monthly rentals, giving you access to high-spec trims featuring panoramic roofs and digital driver aids with clear budget control.
As new electric brands enter the market and battery software advances, predicting pre-owned EV resale values can be tricky. Leasing makes it easier to navigate as, when your contract term finishes, you simply return the keys without trade-in stress.
A two-to-four-year lease gives you the ideal window to enjoy zero-emission driving in a stylish, compact footprint, with the simple freedom to upgrade to newer electric developments as soon as your agreement ends.
Why lease with Autotrader?
Leasing a brand-new car should feel clear and hassle-free. With Autotrader, you get free delivery anywhere in the UK, no residual risk when the agreement ends and fixed monthly payments that include road tax, roadside assistance and a manufacturer’s warranty.
There are no hidden surprises, just transparent fees from a name millions have trusted for almost half a century. It’s a simpler way to drive something new every few years.
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Monthly rentals ('payments') are not an offer of credit. Payments are based on offers available today which may be withdrawn or varied at any time in the future without notice.
Contract Hire ('Leasing') is subject to status and approval and is only available to UK residents aged 18 and over. Vehicle must be returned with no more than fair wear and tear to avoid further charges. You will not own the vehicle. Excess mileage charges and return conditions apply.
Autotrader Limited (Firm Reference Number: 735711) is a credit broker and not a lender. Autotrader Limited introduces you to Autotrader Leasing Limited, which acts as a credit broker in its own right. Autotrader Leasing Limited, No.3 Circle Square, 3 Hawkshaw Street, Manchester, M1 7BL (Firm Reference Number: 630748) may go on to introduce you to one of a limited number of leasing companies. Autotrader Leasing Limited will typically receive a commission or other benefits from the leasing company as a result of this introduction.
Autotrader Leasing Limited is an Autotrader Group Plc company.
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