Subaru Uncharted EV Lease Drops to $345/Month: Is It the Best EV Deal in 2024?

Subaru’s all-electric Uncharted is now available for lease at an unprecedented low price in select states, making it one of the most affordable ways to enter the EV market. In California, the Uncharted Premium can be leased for $345 per month with 10,000 miles per year and a $845 due-at-signing fee. When rolled into the monthly payment, the effective cost drops to $368 per month over 36 months—a $97 monthly savings compared to last year’s deal.

The Uncharted, Subaru’s take on the all-electric Toyota C-HR, stands out in a crowded segment with its competitive pricing and impressive range. While it shares a name with the 2022 Hollywood blockbuster starring Tom Holland and Mark Wahlberg, its real appeal lies in its affordability and performance.

Uncharted vs. Crosstrek Hybrid: A Price Comparison

The Uncharted’s lease price now undercuts the Crosstrek Hybrid in some regions. According to Cars Direct, a Crosstrek Hybrid Sport in Los Angeles is available for $339 per month, but it requires a $3,829 signing fee, pushing the effective monthly cost to $445. Meanwhile, a standard gas-powered Crosstrek can be leased for as little as $345 per month, though it lacks the Uncharted’s electric benefits.

Through these lease reductions, the Uncharted is now $11 cheaper per month than the updated Subaru Solterra Premium.

Nationwide Lease Savings for the Uncharted EV

Lease deals for the Uncharted vary by state, but significant cuts have been applied in multiple regions. In New York, for example, prices have dropped by 12%, bringing the effective monthly cost to $410 when including the $885 due at signing.

These lease figures apply exclusively to the entry-level Uncharted model, which is limited to front-wheel drive and features a single electric motor. This configuration delivers 221 horsepower and is powered by a 74.7 kWh battery pack.

While the front-wheel drive model doesn’t match the 338 hp output of the twin-motor AWD Sport and GT trims, it compensates with the highest driving range of any Uncharted model—up to 308 miles (496 km).

Key Takeaways:

• The Uncharted Premium can be leased for $345/month in California with a $845 due-at-signing fee.
• Effective monthly cost drops to $368 when including the fee over 36 months.
• The Uncharted now costs $11 less per month than the updated Subaru Solterra Premium.
• In New York, lease prices have dropped by 12%, bringing the effective cost to $410/month.
• The entry-level model features a 221 hp single-motor FWD setup with a 74.7 kWh battery.
• Front-wheel drive Uncharted models offer the highest range at 308 miles (496 km).