What is short lease and why are more people choosing a car subscription?
Are you looking for temporary mobility, without being tied down to a long-term lease contract or large investment? Then chances are you’ve come across the term short lease. But what exactly is short lease? And how does it differ from other forms of car ownership, such as private lease or a car subscription?
In this blog, we explain what short lease is, who it’s for, and why the car subscription is actually the short lease for consumers.
What is short lease?
Short lease is a flexible form of car leasing where you essentially rent a car for a period of several months. Unlike traditional long-term lease contracts that last for several years, with short lease, you can usually lease a car for as little as 1 month. This makes it a popular choice for:
- People with temporary contracts or in their probation period
- Starters or freelancers who need flexibility
- Companies needing to temporarily provide transportation for employees
- People who want to “test drive” before committing long-term
Short lease falls between renting and leasing in terms of contract length and flexibility. It offers freedom, but is often business-oriented, as many providers focus on the corporate market.
Short lease vs. private lease
With private lease, you sign a contract for several years as an individual. It includes everything: insurance, maintenance, taxes, and roadside assistance. Convenient, but the downside is that you’re tied into a long-term contract, with little room to cancel or adjust it in the middle.
Short lease offers more flexibility, but it is often more expensive per month and less well-known among consumers. Additionally, the terms are not always clear or transparent.
The car subscription: short lease, but for consumers
This is where the car subscription comes in. It combines the flexibility of short lease with the convenience of private lease, specifically designed for the private driver.
What are the benefits of short lease?
Short lease gives you as a driver the freedom to remain flexible. You’re not tied to a long-term contract, but still enjoy the benefits of leasing: a fixed monthly price, no maintenance hassles, and often quick availability. For companies, it’s an efficient solution to provide transportation to temporary employees. And for individuals who need a car for the short term, short lease offers an alternative to buying or long-term lease contracts.
However, it’s important to carefully compare the terms of short lease. Not all providers are equally transparent, and there can be hidden costs or restrictive conditions. Think of cancellation terms, mileage limits, or the type of car available. Also, short lease is often only available to business customers. That’s why the KINTO car subscription offers a reliable and accessible alternative for anyone who wants to drive without long-term commitments.
A KINTO car subscription works simply:
- Choose your car, mileage bundle, and minimum term (3, 6, or 9 months)
- After this period, you can cancel monthly or continue driving
- Everything is included: insurance, maintenance, taxes, and roadside assistance
- Pay one fixed amount per month, with no surprises
This makes the car subscription the ideal solution if you want to drive but don’t want a long-term commitment.
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Who is the car subscription a smart alternative for?
A car subscription is perfect if you:
- Just started a new job and are still in your probation period
- Temporarily live or work in the Netherlands
- Are not sure how long you’ll need a car
- Don’t want to make a large investment but want to drive a modern car
- Seek the freedom to easily scale up or adjust
And you don’t have to arrange anything. Everything is already taken care of in the app: from your subscription to your mileage, damages, or maintenance.
Short lease is convenient, but the car subscription is just a bit smarter
Short lease is a good interim solution for temporary car use, but it is often aimed at businesses. The car subscription brings the same flexibility to the consumer market, with added convenience and transparency.
So, are you looking for a temporary car without the hassle? Choose a car subscription and drive when you want, for as long as you want.