Fixed 5–18 Month Contracts

Short-Term Car Leases

If you don't mind committing to a fixed term, our short-term car leases offer some of the best value in the market — brand new or nearly-new vehicles on 5 to 18 month contracts.

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5 to 18 Month Terms

Fixed contracts to suit shorter secondments, project work or a bridge until you qualify for a traditional lease.

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Brand New Or Pre-Registered

The majority of our short-term lease vehicles are brand new or nearly new, with full manufacturer warranty.

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Low Deposit Options

Low initial rental options available on selected contracts (STS), alongside standard-rental agreements.

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Quick Delivery

In-stock vehicles can often be delivered within days; other vehicles typically within 1-3 weeks depending on the supplying dealer.

What's Included

Know Exactly What You're Getting

What's IncludedDetail
Rental of the vehicleFixed-term rental on the specific vehicle advertised.
Road Fund LicenceUK road tax included for the contract term.
Manufacturer's warrantyFull manufacturer warranty cover included.
Breakdown assistanceUK breakdown cover included as standard.
MaintenanceOptional on short-term leases — can be added for full fixed-cost motoring.
You provideFully comprehensive insurance and fuel or electricity.
Good To Know

Fixed Lease vs. Flexible Subscription

Short-term leases are fixed contracts: you agree a term (typically 5 to 18 months) and a monthly price from day one, with road tax, manufacturer's warranty and breakdown assistance included as standard. Maintenance is optional rather than automatically included, and some contracts can't be extended or shortened once signed.

If your plans might change — a shorter posting, an earlier return home, or simply wanting the option to swap vehicles — our car subscriptions and flexible car leasing give you that room to move.

Higher initial rentals may apply on some fixed leases, but a quote with a lower initial rental and a slightly higher monthly price can usually be arranged instead.

Live Stock

Current Short-Term Car Leases Stock

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FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Can expats take a short-term lease without a long UK credit history?
Yes. Short-term leases are popular with expats bridging the gap until they've built up UK credit history, though a higher documentation fee, refundable deposit or guarantor may apply depending on your circumstances.
What is a short-term car lease?
It's a fixed-term finance product, much like a traditional contract hire agreement but over a shorter 5 to 18 month period rather than the usual 24-48 months, giving you flexibility without a long commitment.
Can I extend my short-term lease at the end of the term?
It isn't always possible to extend due to buy-back arrangements with our funding partners, but it's always worth asking — our team will confirm what's possible for your specific vehicle.
What happens at the end of the contract?
You can return the vehicle free of charge to our de-fleet centre, arrange a paid collection, or take delivery of a new vehicle on the same day with no charge for collecting the old one.
I have less-than-perfect credit — can I still apply?
Yes. Non-status applications are assessed on an affordability basis by our underwriters. Terms may differ from those advertised, and a higher initial rental, refundable deposit or guarantee may be requested.
Is maintenance included?
Maintenance is optional on short-term leases rather than included as standard — ask our team to add it for a fixed monthly fee if you'd like fully inclusive motoring.
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