We can’t think of a better way to kick off the new year than to make a sound vehicle lease decision.  And with an combined fuel-sipping EPA rating of 32mpg and slot-car handling prowess, you’ll have a hard time finding a car that’s simultaneously as fuel efficient and fun.  And now, everyone has the opportunity to lease a 2009 MINI Cooper with for $0 down and only $329 per month for 36 months.  

But, that’s not all: you get full maintenance for three years or 36,000 miles. That’s worth the price of admission alone.  Act fast, because this deal won’t last.

If you don’t want to lease a 2009 MINI Cooper, you can always purchase one.  CarsDirect offers the best pricing out there, so click here to get the best price in your area.

Subaru is donating $250 to one of five charities for every Subaru model sold or leased between now and January 2, 2009 during their Share the Love Event.  Have you already purchased or leased a Subaru?  No problem.  All you have to do is enter your information by clicking on the “Choose Your Charity” button here.  It is better to give than to receive. 

But that’s not where the giving stops.  Subaru has also lined up to offer some amazing lease deals on 5 of their most popular-selling models.  Time is of the essence, so we’ve gone ahead and included the comprehensive review links from our friends at NewCarTestDrive.com. 

2009 Subaru Forester Lease Deal: $249/month for 39 months
2009 Subaru Forester Review

2009 Subaru Impreza Lease Deal: $179/month for 36 months: $239/month for 36 months
2009 Subaru Impreza Review

2009 Subaru Outback Lease Deal: $239/month for 36 months
2009 Subaru Outback Review

2009 Subaru Legacy Lease Deal: $219/month for 36 months
2009 Subaru Legacy Review

2009 Subaru Tribeca Lease Deal: $319/month for 42 months
2009 Subaru Tribeca Review

Newly redesigned, the 2009 Acura TSX had us collectively scratching our heads when we saw the new design. “Why mess with a good thing?” we thought. Last year’s model, the 2008 TSX, featured compact, handsome styling that gave it an age-defying silhouette. We were worried at first. Well, we’re delighted to say that the design has grown on us, and with this deal it’s tough to resist the urge to drive down to the Acura dealership as this entry is being written.

Right now through January 4, 2009, you can lease a 2009 Acura TSX with automatic transmission for as low as $309 per month for 36 months. That’s an incredible savings when you consider the high resale value that Acura the brand demands.

A 201-horsepower, VTEC-equipped, 2.4-liter 4-cylinder engine rockets you to 60 mph in under seven seconds. The sound of the high-revving VTEC motor alone is enough to warrant an extended test drive.

Once you set foot in the TSX’s cabin, you’ll be pleasantly surprised by the ease of entry into the front seats. When equipped with the technology package, the TSX turns into a rolling command center, with integrated Bluetooth telecommunications and arguably, the best navigation system currently offered on a production vehicle.

But time is wasting. You have from now until January 4th, 2009 to lock in the savings and to experience how high Acura has raised the bar with the new TSX.

For pricing in your area, please click here.

Lexus never ceases to impress us with the standard of quality present in all of their vehicles. But until today, high pricing and a lack of decent incentives had initially kept the Japanese luxury brand from being mentioned within the pages of our esteemed blog.

Now, with no less than four models eligible for special holiday financing, owning a Lexus could be more realistic than ever before.

During their “December to Remember” sales event, Lexus is offering low APR financing on many of their most popular models, including the IS and LS luxury sport sedans as well as the RX crossover.

The IS350, with its three-time “Ward’s 10 Best Engines” award-winning 3.5-liter V6 and ultra-responsive handling, delivers outstanding performance for an entry-level car.

Step up to the LS460 and receive the full executive treatment with a premium leather interior and an incredibly smooth ride.

If you need something a bit bigger but you still require all of the comfort and refinement of a Lexus, then look no further than the RX350. With a spacious 84.7 cubic feet of cargo room once the rear seats are folded down, the RX is ready for nearly anything you can imagine.

You should hurry though, because this deal ends January 5, 2009 and there’s no telling when the next time offers like these will surface again. After all, it’s not every day we see a deal from Lexus that’s worth bringing to your attention. Click the model-specific links below to see how much you could save.

2009 Lexus IS250 Pricing
2009 Lexus IS350 Pricing
2009 Lexus RX350 Pricing
2009 Lexus LS460 Pricing

The Volvo C30 took us all by surprise when it hit U.S. shores last year. The last time a two-door hatchback was offered stateside by the Swedish automaker was around 1973. It’s been a long and agonizing wait, but Volvo is looking to make amends with this model, a rolling showcase of their commitment to design, safety and functionality. The C30 delivers every-day practicality and sport compact performance all in a very tight, highly capable package. With its turbocharged, 2.4-liter 5-cylinder engine, the C30 cranks out a respectable 227 horsepower and 236 lb-ft of torque. In a car weighing just under 3000 pounds, that kind of power would make for some very exciting runs to the grocery store.

But even if driving thrills aren’t your game, the C30 still has plenty more to offer you. With the rear seats folded down, the C30 can accommodate 20 cubic feet worth of cargo. Add to this the C30’s fuel economy rating of 19/28 mpg (city/highway) and you have an unbeatable vehicle choice for a weekend getaway for two. There’s probably a ton of things more we could say about this car, but it would be much more effective for you to just experience it for yourself. Luckily for you, the “Get 2gether with a Volvo” sales event is here to help get you behind the wheel of a brand new C30. Right now through January 1, 2009, you can lease a 2009 Volvo C30 for just $277 per month for 36 months. On top of that, you get full maintenance for three years or 36,000 miles as well as the assurance that you’re driving one of the safest cars on the road, as the 2009 Volvo C30 was recently awarded a Top Safety Pick by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). If you miss out on this chance to drive Volvo’s new hot hatch, it could be like 1973 all over again.

Link to lease offer: 2009 Volvo C30 Lease Deal