November: mustaches sprout comically (for a good cause), Greggs release the Festive Bake, and the first set of Christmas lights are twinkling - but it’s all a mask.
The reality is that the clocks have gone back, it’s dark, cold, and the weather looks like it’s planning something biblical.
Meanwhile, your car’s demister clears the screen about as effectively as a napkin mopping up after a tsunami. Your headlamps are dimmer than a candle in a coal mine. And that smell from the heater? Wet dog and despair.
November: prime time for a new car. Here are our best car lease deals:
1. Vauxhall Mokka 1.2 Turbo GS
Do not fear. Despite its super sleek lines, glossy metallic paint and front grille worthy of a Love Island appearance - this SUV still carries nostalgic Corsa chav energy we all secretly love.
With 130 turbocharged horses under the bonnet, more gadgets than your dad’s old Blackberry, ninja-like handling in tight city streets, and room for a proper shop at Lidl…this is your car.
Why we picked it:
- 10-inch touchscreen with wireless CarPlay/Android Auto (so you can shout at Siri while lost in Leeds city centre).
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Comfortable, efficient, and surprisingly punchy - 0–62mph in under 10s.
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PCH From less than £250/month, depending on term and miles.
- In-stock and pre-reg - less waiting, more driving!
2. Volkswagen Passat Estate 1.5 TSI eHybrid Elegance DSG
Estate cars equal adulthood. ‘Elegance’ means posh. You’re a posh adult now, and it’s fine.
The VW boy racer days are over. You now say things like “we need more boot space” and “is that plug-in hybrid tax efficient?” This is the car that nods politely, sips fuel like a sommelier savoring a vintage wine, and still surprises you with 218 PS ready to outpace the school run traffic without appearing aggressive about it.
Why it’s basically perfect:
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Electric range up to 43 miles - enough for most commutes before the engine even clears its throat.
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DSG gearbox - butter-smooth cruising, no awkward gear changes.
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Eco box ticked - doing your bit for the planet, obviously.
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8 speakers - because if you’re saving fuel, you might as well enjoy every decibel of your playlist.
3. Cupra Leon 1.5 eTSI 150 Shadow Edition
This car is named Shadow because it was born in the shadows (don’t fact check us). Clearly designed for stealth-mode. And with boot space instead of lasers, it really is grown-up life meets inner child’s mind. Behold your new (affordable) Batmobile!
With 150 PS and 0–62 in 8.7 seconds deliver a punch of endorphins and a kick of adrenaline. The DSG gearbox shifts smoother than a secret agent sliding into a black-tie gala.
Why it’s our hero:
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51.4 mpg, 125 g/km CO₂ - it doesn’t roar guilt; it glides politely.
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Exterior body features - black roof spoiler, body colour door handles & bumpers, obsidian black side skirts, rear diffuser with black simulated exhaust pipes and so on.
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Wireless charging, keyless start, leather sports seats – because modern-day villainy needs tech
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In‑stock, metallic paint, pre‑registered – don’t wait around for Robin, get going!
Summit Drive’s Best Car Leasing Deals
We’ve chosen these car leasing deals because there’s always that moment in autumn when you realise your car might be… done.
Maybe it was when your mate turned on their heated seats and de-misted their windscreen in 4 seconds flat. Maybe it was when a strong gust of wind made your car feel like a tin can in a hurricane. Whatever the sign was - you felt it.
The universe has spoken. Upgrade season has arrived. Move now. Click, Lease, Go!
