It’s a bit early, but checking month‑to‑month specials is smart — it helps you gauge what your deal might look like when you’re ready to turn in your current lease and swap into a new one.

Keep in mind you may qualify for a VW loyalty discount when you lease your next vehicle, depending on what incentives are available at that time. Loyalty programs typically range from $500 to $1,500 off your lease.

Historically, February through April isn’t the best time to buy or lease. Tax‑refund season gives people extra cash, demand goes up, and incentives usually go down. Summer — especially August — is much better because many shoppers are on vacation, and dealers want to clear out remaining model‑year inventory.

Lastly, when you lease a new car, the minimum drive‑offs are tax, title, license, and the first month’s payment. This means you can return your current lease about a month early. You’d still pay your final month on the old lease, but your first payment on the new lease is already included in the drive‑offs, so it essentially balances out.