2024 vs 2025 Lease… worth the wait?

Hey everyone,

I’m in the market for an EV and thinking of leasing for 24 months at 10k miles per year. Right now I can get a great deal on a 2024 EV6 GT-Line, but I’m wondering if it’s worth waiting for the 2025 model?

Not sure how long I’d have to wait to get a deal similar to what the 2024 models are going for now. Would it be around this time next year?

Would love to hear your thoughts! Should I jump in now or wait?

You likely won’t see good deals on the 2025 models right away. It might be a year before any discounts show up, and even then, they won’t be the same as the ones for the 2024 models.

But, the 2025 models will have some nice upgrades to the tech, battery, and interior. If you’re looking at a two-year lease, I’d say grab a good deal on the 2024 now, and if you love the car, you can always pick up a 2025 when your lease ends.

Howard said:
You likely won’t see good deals on the 2025 models right away. It might be a year before any discounts show up, and even then, they won’t be the same as the ones for the 2024 models.

But, the 2025 models will have some nice upgrades to the tech, battery, and interior. If you’re looking at a two-year lease, I’d say grab a good deal on the 2024 now, and if you love the car, you can always pick up a 2025 when your lease ends.

Yeah, that was my thinking too. Save some money now and maybe get a used 2025 later if I really like the car.

MAKENA said:

Howard said:
You likely won’t see good deals on the 2025 models right away. It might be a year before any discounts show up, and even then, they won’t be the same as the ones for the 2024 models.

But, the 2025 models will have some nice upgrades to the tech, battery, and interior. If you’re looking at a two-year lease, I’d say grab a good deal on the 2024 now, and if you love the car, you can always pick up a 2025 when your lease ends.

Yeah, that was my thinking too. Save some money now and maybe get a used 2025 later if I really like the car.

I had the same question and ended up going for the deal now since it was too good to pass up. I was originally thinking about the Wind model with the tech package but got into a GT-Line instead. Plus, there were rumors that the incentives in my state were running out, so I didn’t want to miss out. In two years, we’ll see if the 2025 or 2026 models are worth the hype!

I’d wait for the 2025 model. It’s a big upgrade year.

The 2025 model probably won’t be out for several more months. If you can hold off, I think it’s worth the wait. I’m curious to see how the new GT trim turns out.

Since you’re leasing and it’s your first EV, I’d say go for it now. The lease deals seem really good, almost the same as if you were buying the car outright (especially if you plan to buy it at the end of the lease). However, if you’re particular about the interior or other specific features, then it might be worth waiting until next year when there will be more options available. Plus, with the 2024, you should get 1,000 kWh of Electrify America charging, which is a nice perk even if you don’t use it often.

It’s a tricky decision because the lease incentives on the EV6 right now are really high, and I’m not sure the 2025 model will offer as much in terms of lease cash. However, there are rumors that the updated Tesla Model Y is coming out early next year, so the EV6 might have to compete more aggressively. I’ve read that the 2025 EV6 will be officially announced in the US around mid-November at the LA Auto Show.

I’m personally waiting for the 2025 model for a few reasons, mostly based on what I’ve seen from Korean and UK 2025 EV6 videos:

  1. Upgraded infotainment system with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
  2. Improved suspension, bushings, and stabilizers.
  3. Better side impact protection due to a thicker B-pillar and additional reinforcement near the rear doors.
  4. Bigger battery—up from 77.4 kWh to 84 kWh.
  5. New digital rearview mirror for better visibility, which is great since it’s not getting a rear wiper.
  6. Enhanced heads-up display that might show directions from your phone.
  7. Quieter cabin with more soundproofing.
  8. Updated headlights, though some don’t like the new design.
  9. The US version is likely to come with the NACS charging port. While you could get an adapter for NACS to CCS for using Tesla Superchargers, I prefer not dealing with adapters. I’d rather install a Level 2 charger at home with a NACS plug.
  10. The 2025 GT-Line should be available in Wolf Gray in the US, which wasn’t an option for the 2022-2024 models in that color unless you went for the matte finish, which I’m not a fan of.