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2025 Year-End Deal Tracker: Honda and Ford Sales Go Live Early
Honda and Ford just kicked off their year-end sales a whole month early. With deals that expire in early 2026, these two OEMs are jumping the line in the rush to clear out 2025 models. Here’s a look at the best year-end sales from Honda, Acura, Ford, and Lincoln, effective immediately.
Honda Leans Into Low APR Financing
Honda doesn’t need to offer the best incentives for one simple reason: their cars sell quickly on their own. So it comes as no surprise that for December, Honda’s best offers are low-APR financing and ‘average’ lease deals. The exception is the 2025 Honda Prologue, which sees continuing 0% APR financing for 60 months.
Here’s a look at Honda’s best year-end sales through December 2025.
Honda’s Year-End Financing Offers
2025 Honda Prologue: 0% APR financing for 60 months
2025 Honda Ridgeline: 0.99% APR financing for 60 months
2025 Honda Accord and Accord Hybrid: 2.99% APR financing for 60 months
2026 Honda CR-V and CR-V Hybrid: 3.99% APR financing for 60 months
Honda’s Year-End Lease Deals
2025 Honda Accord LX: $279 for 36 months with $4,099 due at signing
2026 Honda Civic LX: $239 for 36 months with $3,599 due at signing
2026 Honda CR-V LX: $319 for 39 months with $4,199 due at signing
Depending on how November’s sales trend for Honda, we could see the automaker unveil more aggressive incentives after Black Friday. Nothing is set in stone, even with offers lasting into the first week of January.
See Honda offer details at Honda.com, and browse local listings.
Acura’s ADX Is a Top Luxury Lease
Luxury brands rarely offer big sales, and with Acura, it’s slim pickings this month. For Acura sales extending through the end of the year, the best offer is for the ADX, Acura’s entry-level crossover.
These are the standout offers from Acura for November and December.
2025 Acura ADX: Lease from $429/month for 36 months with $3,499 due at signing.
2025 Acura Integra: 3.99% APR for 60 months
2026 Acura MDX: 4.99% APR for 60 months
2025 Acura RDX: 4.99% APR for 60 months
2025 Acura TLX: 4.99% APR for 60 months
These Acura offers are good through January 5, 2026. See details at Acura.com, and browse local Acura listings.
Ford Gives Buyers Options
There’s a common theme with Ford’s year-end sales: variety. Ford is offering a selection of finance, cash, and lease deals. We dug through them all to find the best.
2025 Ford Explorer: 3.9% APR financing for 72 months, plus $1,500 bonus cash
2025 Ford Bronco Sport: Lease from $398/month for 36 months with just $399 due at signing
2025 Ford Bronco: Lease from $499/month for 36 months with just $499 due at signing
2025 Ford F-150
Option 1 (ends 11/19/25): 0% APR financing for 36 months, $0 down payment, no payments for 90 days
Option 2: (ends 11/19/25): 3.9% APR financing for 72 months, plus $3,250 bonus cash for the STX and XLT
Option 3: (ends 11/19/25): Lease the SuperCrew STX from $477/month for 36 months with just $477 due at signing
Option 4: From now through the end of the year, take advantage of $3,250 cash back on the 2025 F-150 XLT
When Ford’s November sales expire, we expect a new batch of Black Friday deals. Check back for the latest.
See offer details at Ford.com, and browse local Ford inventory.
Lincoln Offers Rare Zero-Percent Financing
For several months, Lincoln has been pushing controversial 84-month financing for the 2025 Lincoln Aviator. Here at CarEdge, we don’t advise taking out an 84-month auto loan — it’s easy to owe more than your car is worth.
Finally, Lincoln is here with new incentives worth the hype. Here’s what luxury shoppers can expect this Black Friday and through December.
2025 Lincoln Aviator: 0% APR for 48 months, $0 down payment, no payments for 90 days, and $1,000 bonus cash
2025 Lincoln Nautilus: 0% APR for 48 months, $0 down payment, no payments for 90 days, and $1,000 bonus cash
2025 Lincoln Corsair: 0% APR for 48 months, $0 down payment, no payments for 90 days, and $1,000 bonus cash
See Lincoln offer details, and browse local Lincoln listings with market insights.
There’s Much More to Come
It’s only November. The avalanche of year-end car deals from other brands won’t arrive until after Black Friday. With that said, if you see the sale you’ve been waiting for now, there’s no reason to wait. However, if you’re less than impressed, or simply need a few more weeks to get your finances in order, you’ve got a few more weeks until the best deals of the year roll out.
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The time of the year we’ve all been waiting for is finally here. Let’s make the most of it!
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7 Reliable Hybrid SUVs For 2026
SUVs have replaced sedans as the default choice for most new car buyers, and it’s easy to see why. Today’s SUVs require far fewer compromises than they used to. For example, while gas guzzling was once the norm, many SUVs now offer fuel-efficient hybrid powertrains. Saving fuel helps keep ownership costs low, but that can be negated by poor reliability.
That’s why we’ve identified the most reliable hybrid SUVs for the 2026 model year. Predicting long-term reliability for brand new vehicles is always challenging, but by analyzing past model years and real-world data, we can pinpoint which models are most likely to keep running smoothly for years to come.
Honda CR-V Hybrid
Honda has one of the best reputations for reliability in the business, and while it does have several SUVs in its lineup, only the CR-V is offered with a hybrid powertrain. That’s okay, though, because the CR-V is Honda’s bestselling model in North America—SUV or otherwise.
Honda’s two-motor hybrid system eliminates a conventional transmission for maximum efficiency, giving the CR-V up to 40 mpg combined with front-wheel drive and 37 mpg combined with all-wheel drive (it’s the only Honda hybrid available with all-wheel drive).
The CR-V Hybrid is a few years into its current generation, which should mean fewer potential issues. For 2026, it gains larger touchscreens, standard wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto connectivity, and a new TrailSport trim level.
Kia Sorento Hybrid
The Sorento Hybrid was the top-ranked three-row SUV in Consumer Reports’ most recent reliability survey, making it one of a handful of models to outperform their non-hybrid counterparts. The current generation arrived for the 2021 model year but received a facelift for 2025 that makes it look a lot more current inside and out.
Unlike Honda, Kia prefers to use a conventional six-speed automatic transmission with an integrated electric motor, a setup that returns up to 37 mpg combined in front-wheel drive models and 34 mpg combined in all-wheel drive models. For 2026, a Terrain Mode is now standard with all-wheel drive, and a new X-Line package adds blacked out trim.
Lexus NX Hybrid
Lexus is a fixture in pretty much every reliability survey and study, and the NX compact SUV doesn’t let the side down. It was among the most reliable models in the most recent Consumer Reports rankings, after all.
Last redesigned for the 2022 model year, the NX uses Lexus parent Toyota’s ubiquitous hybrid system and adds a lower-priced front-wheel drive option in addition to the previously available all-wheel drive model, which uses a dedicated electric motor to drive the rear wheels in place of a driveshaft. The NX Hybrid is EPA-rated at 40 mpg combined with front-wheel drive and 39 mpg combined with all-wheel drive.
Lexus RX Hybrid
If you’re looking for a bigger SUV, the Lexus RX is available with the same hybrid system as the NX, and also has a good reputation for reliability. It was the second-ranked midsize premium SUV in the 2025 J.D. Power U.S. Vehicle Dependability Study, behind the Lexus GX (which isn’t sold as a hybrid).
Lexus actually has two RX hybrid models: the RX 350h and the RX 500h F Sport Performance, both with standard all-wheel drive. The RX 350h is EPA-rated at 36 mpg combined, but the RX 500h drops to 27 mpg combined, a tradeoff for this model’s 366 horsepower—120 hp more than the RX 350h.
Subaru Forester Hybrid
The Forester was just redesigned for the 2025 model year, adding a hybrid powertrain option for the first time. While redesigns can sometimes compromise reliability as new components and production processes are introduced, the Forester maintained a well-above-average reliability score in the latest Consumer Reports survey.
The hybrid model also combines tried-and-true components, including Toyota’s hybrid system and a Subaru boxer engine and mechanical all-wheel drive system. Its 35 mpg combined EPA rating is slightly less than some competitors, but Subaru viewed it as a reasonable compromise to maintain greater off-road capability.
Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid
The Toyota Corolla Hybrid is a reliable and frugal compact sedan, but for those who want more cargo space, or who just like the look of an SUV, Toyota also offers the Corolla Cross. This cute ute shares the Corolla’s TNGA-C platform and powertrain, albeit with a larger 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that bumps up horsepower to account for the Cross’ added weight, and standard all-wheel drive.
The Corolla Cross Hybrid was introduced for the 2023 model year and gets a mild facelift and larger available touchscreen for 2026, while maintaining its impressive 42 mpg combined EPA rating.
Toyota Highlander Hybrid
One of the first hybrid SUVs, the Highlander Hybrid has become a staple of taxi and ride-share fleets because of its dependability, fuel efficiency, and three-row seating. It was the second-ranked three-row SUV in the most recent Consumer Reports reliability survey (just behind the Kia Sorento Hybrid discussed above), which bodes well for the 2026 model, as it carries over basically unchanged.
Using similar powertrain tech to other Toyota and Lexus hybrids, the Highlander Hybrid is estimated to get up to 35 mpg (all-wheel drive was made standard for the 2025 model year) while offering seating for up to eight and a 3,500-pound towing capacity.
10 Reliable Cars For 2026: Top Picks From Consumer Reports, J.D. Power, and CarEdge
With new car prices on the rise, predicted reliability is as important a factor in a potential purchase as it’s ever been. The less likely a car is to have mechanical issues, the lower the cost of ownership and the longer you’ll be able to keep it. While the future reliability of any specific new car is always uncertain (it’s still possible to get stuck with a lemon, after all), we’ve selected these 2026 model year vehicles based on their reliability and maintenance-cost track records from previous model years, as well as the general reputation for reliability of their respective brands.
Honda HR-V
Average selling price: $30,495
Honda was among the top five brands for reliability in the most recent Consumer Reports rankings, as well as CarEdge’s rankings for brands with the lowest 10-year maintenance costs. Consumer Reports also predicts above average reliability for the HR-V, a subcompact crossover SUV that channels Honda’s considerable experience with small cars, going back to models like the original Civic and the CR-X. Fully independent rear suspension benefits ride and handling, while also accommodating flat-folding rear seats. Today’s HR-V debuted for the 2023 model year as the nameplate’s second generation, and finally gains standard wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto for 2026.
Hyundai Elantra Hybrid
Average selling price: $25,819
The Elantra Hybrid was among the top-ranked sedans in the latest Consumer Reports reliability survey, while Hyundai itself has a solid reputation for reliability, backed by warranty coverage that beats other brands. The hybrid model’s EPA-rated fuel economy of up to 54 mpg combined helps save money at the pump as well. It was introduced as part of the Elantra’s last redesign, for the 2021 model year. The intervening years should have given Hyundai time to work out any bugs, which bodes well for the future reliability of 2026 models, which are essentially unchanged from the 2025 model year.
Kia Sorento Hybrid
Average selling price: $40,183
Based on its most recent survey data, Consumer Reports named the Kia Sorento Hybrid the most reliable three-row SUV. And while it’s just one model year off a major update, the powertrain and many other components have been essentially unchanged since the 2021 model year, with few indications of potential problems during that period. One of the few three-row midsize SUVs with a hybrid powertrain option, the Sorento Hybrid returns up to 37 mpg combined with front-wheel drive (34 mpg with all-wheel drive) in EPA testing, and its interior is a cut above the segment norm.
Lexus NX
Average selling price: $50,896
Lexus was the highest-ranked brand in the 2025 J.D. Power U.S. Vehicle Dependability Study, and the NX compact crossover SUV was among the highest-ranked models in the most recent Consumer Reports reliability survey. These results are not an aberration—Lexus has topped the J.D. Power rankings for three years running—so Toyota’s luxury brand is generally a good bet when it comes to reliability. The NX offers a variety of powertrain options, including turbo-four, hybrid, and plug-in hybrid powertrains, some of which get cheaper for the 2026 model year. Major changes to the NX, which was last redesigned for the 2022 model year, are minimal, so that above average reliability should remain in place.
Lexus RX
Average selling price: $59,257
Shoppers looking for a bit more space should also check out the Lexus RX. The brand’s first crossover SUV has grown into a proper midsize model, although thankfully Lexus no longer bothers with the cramped third-row option (the TX now fulfills that role). Like the NX, the RX is generally considered to have good reliability even by the already-high Lexus standard, and offers conventional gasoline, hybrid, and plug-in hybrid powertrain options. Currently in its fifth generation, the RX was last redesigned for the 2023 model year and carries over to 2026 essentially unchanged.
Subaru Forester
Average selling price: $39,527
Both the Forester and the Subaru brand as a whole regularly score above average in Consumer Reports reliability surveys. That includes the current, sixth-generation Forester, which was introduced for the 2025 model year. Rugged and simple, with standard all-wheel drive and EyeSight driver-assist tech, the Forester makes it easy to see why Subaru inspires such strong brand loyalty. With its latest redesign, the Forester accrued tech updates, chassis refinements, and a first-ever hybrid model. For 2026, a redesigned version of the Forester Wilderness off-road model joins the lineup.
Subaru Impreza
Average selling price: $27,003
Looking for Subaru reliability, standard all-wheel drive, and plenty of cargo space in a more compact package? The Subaru Impreza remains a great option, even if it’s been overshadowed somewhat by its rough-and-ready spinoff, the Crosstrek. It scored impressively in the most recent Consumer Reports survey and is one of the few non-SUV options for all-wheel drive from a mainstream brand. Available only as a five-door hatchback, this sixth-generation Impreza was introduced for the 2024 model year and carries over essentially unchanged for 2026.
Toyota Camry
Average selling price: $34,952
You only have to look at the taxi fleet of any major city to know that the Toyota Camry is a tough and dependable vehicle. The Camry was also the highest-ranked midsize car in J.D. Power’s 2025 U.S. Vehicle Dependability Study, showing that private owners are still finding their cars to be trouble-free. That’s after the Camry saw a major overhaul for the 2025 model year that included dropping the V6 engine for standard hybrid power, while retaining optional all-wheel drive. Toyota considers this a distinct, ninth generation of the Camry, but it’s based on the same body shell and platform as the previous generation. The only significant change for 2026 is a Nightshade Edition trim package.
Toyota Corolla
Average selling price: $25,560
The Corolla remains the bestselling nameplate in automotive history because it’s consistently provided reliable transportation across many generations and forms. That remains the case with the current-generation Corolla, which was the highest-ranked compact car in the 2025 J.D. Power U.S. Vehicle Dependability Study and is available in both sedan and hatchback body styles, with hybrid and non-hybrid powertrains. There’s also a raucous GR Corolla hot hatch and the related Corolla Cross crossover. It’s been a while since the Corolla was last redesigned, and changes remain minimal for 2026, but that means fewer potential surprises for buyers looking for something simple and reliable.
Toyota Prius
Average selling price: $35,718
Both the standard Prius and the plug-in hybrid version are among the least expensive vehicles to maintain in CarEdge’s 10-year maintenance-cost rankings, and like its Corolla and Camry stablemates, the Prius comes with the peace of mind of the Toyota badge. The car that took hybrids mainstream, the Prius boasts up to 57 mpg combined in front-wheel drive form (all-wheel drive is also available), while the plug-in hybrid model can drive up to 45 miles on electric power alone. There are no significant changes for the 2026 model year—the 25th for the Prius in the U.S.—but the sleek shape that debuted for 2023 still looks great.
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10 Best New Car Deals in November: 0% APRs and Zero-Down Leases
If you’ve been holding out for Black Friday pricing on cars, well, you’re already looking at it. And no, we’re not talking about the leftovers dealers couldn’t move in October. These are fresh incentives that just landed, with zero percent financing and cheap lease deals flooding the market. Patient shoppers are being rewarded with the buyer’s market we’ve all been waiting for.
After sifting through all-new offers, we found the 10 best new car deals in November 2025.
2025 Volkswagen Taos and Tiguan
Zero-down leases: Taos from $379/month with $0 due, Tiguan from $399/month with $0 due
Volkswagen’s going all-in on zero-down leases this month, and the Taos and Tiguan lead the pack. No money down, reasonable monthly payments, and you’re driving off in a German-engineered SUV. VW’s playing smart here—removing the upfront barrier makes it easier to say yes.
2025-2026 Hyundai Santa Fe and Tucson (Including Hybrids)
0% APR financing for 60 months
Hyundai is offering zero-percent financing on both the Santa Fe and Tucson, including their hybrid variants. That’s huge. Hybrids almost never get this kind of treatment because they typically sell without help.
2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee
0% APR financing for 60 months
Zero-percent financing for five years on one of America’s most iconic SUVs is not something you see often in normal times. For Stellantis, it’s clear that these times are anything but normal. With the brand’s recent sales struggles, they’re pulling out all the stops to keep buyers interested. If you want a Grand Cherokee, it’s definitely a buyer’s market.
All 2025 Mitsubishi Models
0% APR financing for 60 months
Mitsubishi continues its aggressive push with interest-free financing across the entire 2025 lineup. Whether you’re shopping for an Outlander, Eclipse Cross, or Outlander Sport, every vehicle qualifies. It’s the automotive equivalent of free money, and Mitsubishi isn’t backing down. This marks their third consecutive month of blanket zero-percent offers.
2025 Nissan Pathfinder, Murano, and Rogue
0% APR financing for 60 months
Nissan’s zero-percent streak rolls into November—month number four. The brand is leaning hard on U.S. sales to offset struggles overseas, and buyers are reaping the benefits. Three of Nissan’s most popular SUVs are now available with no-interest loans. The Rogue alone accounts for nearly a third of Nissan’s U.S. sales, so this deal matters.
2025 Kia Telluride, Sorento, and Sportage
0.9% APR financing for 60 months
The Telluride has been selling like hotcakes for years, often above sticker price. Now it’s finally getting an incentive worth mentioning. Add in the Sorento and Sportage, and you’ve got three solid SUV choices at near-zero rates.
2025 Mazda CX-5 and CX-50
0.9% APR for 60 months (1.9% APR on most other models)
Mazda’s stepping up this month with sub-1% financing on its two best-selling SUVs. The CX-5 remains one of the most popular compact crossovers in America, while the CX-50 brings standard all-wheel drive and extra ground clearance for winter warriors. Even better? Most other Mazda models qualify for 1.9% APR, making this one of the brand’s strongest incentive months in recent memory.
2026 BMW X3
0.9% APR financing for 60 months
Luxury vehicles cost more to finance, so even a small drop in interest rates translates to serious savings over five years. But this is no small drop! If you’re shopping for premium compact SUVs, this rate is tough to beat.
2025 Chevrolet Trailblazer
Lease for $289/month (36 months, $419 due at signing)
This is as close as it gets to zero-down leases from Chevy. For Black Friday, Chevy’s brought back an extremely affordable lease on the Trailblazer. No matter how you look at it, this is one of the cheapest ways to drive something new.
2026 Toyota Corolla
Lease for $199/month (39 months, $3,999 due at signing)
Toyota doesn’t mess around with incentives often, so when the Corolla gets a sub-$200 lease, it’s worth paying attention. Yes, there’s nearly four grand due upfront, but spread that over 39 months and you’re still looking at an effective payment well under $300.
Final Thoughts
November isn’t just a warm-up act for December anymore. These deals are real, and they’re available right now. Automakers are under pressure to clear inventory before year-end, which means you’ve got leverage. It’s officially a buyer’s market!
That said, December could bring even steeper discounts as dealers scramble to hit their annual numbers. If you don’t see exactly what you want here, waiting a few more weeks might pay off. But if one of these deals checks your boxes? Don’t overthink it.
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7 Big Car Deals Ending This Weekend
October is winding down, and there’s nothing scarier than watching the perfect 0% APR offer vanish at midnight. While cash discounts grab headlines, low-APR financing can save you even more money over the life of your loan. We’ve rounded up seven deals that are too good to ignore, including a zero-percent offer that puts every other automaker to shame.
Most of these deals expire this weekend, so if you’ve been on the fence, now’s the time to act.
2025 Ram 1500 – 0% APR for 72 Months
Ram is throwing down the gauntlet with the best full-size truck financing in America right now. While most Ford and Chevy shoppers face interest rates in the 5-7% range, Ram buyers borrow for free. On a $50,000 truck, that’s easily $6,000+ in savings compared to a typical loan. If you’re shopping for full-size pickups, Ram just made your decision a whole lot easier.
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2025 Nissan Rogue, Murano, and Pathfinder – 0% APR for 60 Months
Nissan’s financial woes are your gain. For the third consecutive month, the automaker is pushing zero-percent loans to prop up U.S. sales numbers. Whether you need a compact Rogue, midsize Murano, or three-row Pathfinder, you’re looking at thousands in interest savings. Nissan’s desperation is real, and shoppers should capitalize.
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2025 Subaru Crosstrek (Sport and Limited) – 1.9% APR or $249/Month Lease
Expires sooner: October 31 (this Friday)
Subaru’s breakout hit gets a pricing break just in time for snow season. At 1.9% APR, you’re barely paying interest. Prefer to lease? The $249/month offer is one of the better compact SUV leases we’ve seen this fall. Act fast—Subaru confirmed this deal ends Friday.
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2026 BMW X3 – 0.90% APR for 60 Months
Expires sooner: October 31, 2025
Here’s a simple truth: low rates matter more on expensive cars. Financing a $55,000 BMW at 0.90% versus the typical 6% saves you over $9,000 across five years. The redesigned X3 is already drawing strong reviews, and this financing makes it even more compelling. Don’t sleep on this one—it expires Friday.
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2025 Mazda CX-50 – 1.9% APR for 60 Months
Most of Mazda’s October incentives are forgettable, but the CX-50 bucks the trend. Standard all-wheel drive, generous ground clearance, and top safety ratings make this a smart buy for winter weather.
👉 Find CX-50 offers near you, and see offer details.
2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee L – 0% APR for 60 Months
The Grand Cherokee L stretches 11 inches longer than the standard model, delivering real third-row space and extra cargo room. That added practicality now comes with zero-percent financing—but only on the L. The regular Grand Cherokee? You’re stuck with 4.9% APR. Choose wisely.
👉 Find Grand Cherokee L offers near you, and see offer details.
2026 Honda CR-V – 3.99% APR for 60 Months
The deal: Below-market financing on America’s favorite crossover
Toyota just dropped a redesigned RAV4 with major upgrades, and Honda’s feeling the heat. The CR-V’s 3.99% financing isn’t as flashy as some competitors, but it’s still well below typical loan rates. If you’re loyal to Honda, this is your window to save on financing before the calendar turns.
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