Nissan Lease Deals April 2026: Every Model Ranked
Murano at 1.61% APR (MF 0.00067) — production ended Feb 2026, NMAC is clearing inventory at ~$458/month for the SV AWD. Altima SR improved to ~$333/month after LC jumped from $650 to $2,275. Pathfinder S at 7.22% APR costs $149/month more than the SV despite being $2,400 cheaper to buy. Rogue Platinum AWD gets $3,325 LC.
The Murano is getting discontinued, and NMAC is pricing it accordingly. Production ended February 2026 — what's left on dealer lots is being moved with a 1.61% APR (MF 0.00067) rate that you won't find on any other Nissan this month. At $41,670 MSRP the Murano SV AWD lands at ~$458/month pre-tax. The rest of April's lineup is messier: the Altima SR quietly became one of the better compact sedan lease values after a $1,625 LC increase. The Pathfinder has a split program that punishes anyone who leases the base trim. The Rogue is unchanged for the fourth straight month. And the Z, LEAF, and Armada are as unattractive to lease as they've been all year.
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April 2026 Nissan Lineup — Where the Money Is
NMAC's April programs divide cleanly into two tiers. The Murano and Rogue have real subsidized rates — 1.61% and 3.91% respectively. Everything else runs 5–7% APR, which is where market-rate NMAC financing lands. The Pathfinder has the widest internal gap: S trims at 7.22% APR vs SV trims at 3.43% — same model, three trim levels apart, nearly double the rate. The Altima swapped low rate for high lease credit and the net math barely changed on the base trim but improved meaningfully on the SR.
| Model | MF (36mo) | APR | Base RV | LC | vs March |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murano AWD | 0.00067 | 1.61% | 59–61% | $1,350–$2,100 | SL LC +$725 |
| Rogue 2026.5 | 0.00163 | 3.91% | 56–63% | $1,325–$3,325 | Unchanged |
| Pathfinder SV+ | 0.00143 | 3.43% | 59–63% | $1,325 | LC dropped $1,275 |
| Pathfinder S (base only) | 0.00301 | 7.22% | 56–57% | $0 | Avoid |
| Altima SR | 0.00218 | 5.23% | 63% | $2,275 | LC +$1,625; better deal |
| Altima SV | 0.00288 | 6.91% | 62% | $2,275 | Rate up, LC up — net flat |
| Frontier | 0.00231 | 5.54% | 61–68% | $1,300 | Unchanged |
| Sentra SV | 0.00273 | 6.55% | 65% | $800 | Market rate |
| Kicks SV/SR | 0.00288 | 6.91% | 61–64% | $625 | Market rate |
| Z / LEAF / Armada | 0.00273–0.00295 | 6.55–7.08% | varies | $0–$625 | Unsubsidized |
MF × 2400 = approximate APR. LC = NMAC Lease Cash, applied to cap cost at signing. Data from NMAC April 2026 programs, 07030 region, 36mo/12K. Conditional incentives (loyalty, military, college grad) are additional.
Murano — 1.61% APR on an Outgoing Model
The Murano's production run ended February 2026. What's on dealer lots is all there is — no new units coming. NMAC is pricing them to move with MF 0.00067 (1.61% APR), the lowest rate of any Nissan model this month and one of the lowest rates in the mainstream crossover segment anywhere. The SV AWD at $41,670 MSRP with $1,350 NMAC Lease Cash and 61% RV lands at ~$458/month. The SL AWD gets an unusually large $2,100 NMAC Lease Cash — the largest of any Murano trim — which makes it worth considering despite the $46,760 MSRP: ~$523/month for a fully-loaded AWD crossover at 1.61% APR is reasonable.
The math is straightforward at 0.00067: on a $40,000 cap cost, the rent charge is just $46/month. Essentially all of your payment is depreciation. Compare that to a Pathfinder S at 7.22% APR where the rent charge on a $37K cap is $176/month — more than the Murano's entire financing cost on $10K more car. This is what a genuinely subsidized rate looks like.
The only caveat: inventory is finite. Murano deals are available until stock runs out. Dealers with high Murano inventory will have more negotiating room on selling price; those with one unit left may not discount at all. The lease economics are strong regardless, but check local inventory before assuming the deal is available everywhere.
Qualifying buyers can stack two additional conditional incentives on the Murano: Service to Sales New Vehicle Offer ($1,000) for customers with an existing NMAC contract, and EV NMAC Loyalty ($1,000) for current EV/hybrid lessees. Both reduce cap cost. A buyer who qualifies for both could bring the SV AWD to approximately ~$403/month pre-tax — the best-case Murano payment this month.
| Murano Trim | MSRP | MF (36mo) | APR | RV (36/12K) | LC | ~Monthly* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWD SV | $41,670 | 0.00067 | 1.61% | 61% | $1,350 | ~$458 |
| AWD SL | $46,760 | 0.00067 | 1.61% | 59% | $2,100 | ~$523 |
| AWD Platinum | $49,800 | 0.00067 | 1.61% | 60% | $1,350 | ~$568 |
*Pre-tax, 36mo/12K, cap = MSRP − NMAC Lease Cash. All Murano AWD only — no FWD available. Production ended Feb 2026; inventory is finite. MSRPs from NMAC April 2026 rate file.
Sample Math: Murano AWD SV — April 2026
Rent charge is $44/month on a $40K+ car. At market rate (0.00250) the rent charge would be ~$164 — the 1.61% APR saves ~$120/month in financing cost alone.
Murano Verdict
The best lease deal in April's Nissan lineup and one of the better deals in the mainstream crossover market right now. 1.61% APR on a $42–50K crossover is NMAC moving closeout inventory — take advantage of it before stock runs out. SV AWD at ~$458 is the entry; SL AWD at ~$523 with a $750 larger NMAC Lease Cash is worth considering if you want the full feature set. The Platinum at ~$568 is the most expensive and the LC goes back down to $1,350.
Rogue — Unchanged Again; Platinum Trim Is the Value Surprise
The Rogue 2026.5 runs MF 0.00163 (3.91% APR) with $1,325 base NMAC Lease Cash across every trim — unchanged from March and, as far back as the data goes, unchanged for several months. NMAC has locked in their Rogue support and is not adjusting. At $29,090 base MSRP the FWD SV lands at ~$366/month. The AWD SV at $31,490 runs ~$377 — AWD adds $11/month here, which is almost nothing.
The one change worth noting: the AWD Platinum gets $3,325 NMAC Lease Cash — $2,000 more than every other Rogue trim. At $38,990 MSRP with a 63% residual and $3,325 off the cap, the Platinum AWD produces ~$406/month. The AWD Dark Armor at $34,340 with standard $1,325 LC and 63% RV also hits ~$405/month. You're paying essentially the same payment for a $38,990 fully-loaded Platinum as a $34,340 appearance package trim — the $3,325 LC on the Platinum closes a $4,650 MSRP gap almost entirely.
The Rogue FWD S (base trim) is the trap: $29,090 MSRP, only 56% residual vs 61-63% on mid and upper trims. The S lands at ~$391/month — $25 more per month than the FWD SV despite being $1,000 cheaper to start. Same rate, same LC, lower RV is the entire reason. Never lease the base Rogue.
| Rogue Trim | MSRP | MF (36mo) | APR | RV (36/12K) | LC | ~Monthly* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FWD S (trap) | $29,090 | 0.00163 | 3.91% | 56% | $1,325 | ~$391 |
| FWD SV | $30,090 | 0.00163 | 3.91% | 61% | $1,325 | ~$366 |
| AWD S | $30,490 | 0.00163 | 3.91% | 58% | $1,325 | ~$395 |
| AWD SV | $31,490 | 0.00163 | 3.91% | 62% | $1,325 | ~$377 |
| FWD Dark Armor | $32,940 | 0.00163 | 3.91% | 61% | $1,325 | ~$404 |
| AWD Rock Creek | $33,990 | 0.00163 | 3.91% | 61% | $1,325 | ~$418 |
| AWD Dark Armor | $34,340 | 0.00163 | 3.91% | 63% | $1,325 | ~$405 |
| AWD Platinum | $38,990 | 0.00162 | 3.89% | 63% | $3,325 | ~$406 |
*Pre-tax, 36mo/12K, cap = MSRP − NMAC Lease Cash. Residual applies to MSRP. FWD S has 56% RV vs 61–63% for mid/upper trims — always lease SV or higher. Platinum LC is $3,325 (all other trims: $1,325). MSRPs from NMAC April 2026.
Rogue Verdict
Solid, unchanged program. FWD SV at ~$366 is the entry point that actually makes sense — skip the FWD S entirely (same rate, worse RV, higher payment). AWD SV at ~$377 is the all-weather pick for an extra $11/month. The Platinum AWD at ~$406 deserves attention: $3,325 LC closes nearly the entire gap to the Dark Armor trim, giving you the fully loaded Rogue for roughly the same payment as the appearance package. The SL trim is not in NMAC's April lease program.
Pathfinder — Never Lease the S Trim
The Pathfinder has the most important rate split in April's Nissan lineup. The S trim (2WD and 4WD) runs MF 0.00301 (7.22% APR) with zero NMAC Lease Cash. Every other trim — SV, SL, Rock Creek, Platinum — runs MF 0.00143 (3.43% APR) with $1,325 NMAC Lease Cash. That's a 3.79% APR gap between the base and the next trim up. On a ~$40K Pathfinder the rent charge differential is roughly $80/month.
The result: the Pathfinder S 2WD at $37,500 produces ~$634/month — a remarkably high number for a $37,500 three-row SUV. The SV 2WD at $39,900 (a $2,400 higher MSRP) produces ~$485/month — $149/month less. You save money by spending more. Anyone who leases the S trim without knowing about the rate split is paying dealer margin and a rate penalty simultaneously.
The Pathfinder LC also dropped from March: SV trims had $2,600 in March; April brings $1,325. That erases ~$37/month that the SV trims had last month. But the RV improved: SV 4WD went from 61% to 63%, and Platinum 4WD from 61% to 61% (flat). Net effect: the SV and SL trims are slightly more expensive than March; the gap over the S trim is still enormous.
| Pathfinder Trim | MSRP | MF (36mo) | APR | RV | LC | ~Monthly* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S 2WD ✗ avoid | $37,500 | 0.00301 | 7.22% | 56% | $0 | ~$634 |
| S 4WD ✗ avoid | $39,500 | 0.00301 | 7.22% | 57% | $0 | ~$658 |
| SV 2WD | $39,900 | 0.00143 | 3.43% | 61% | $1,325 | ~$485 |
| SV 4WD | $41,900 | 0.00143 | 3.43% | 63% | $1,325 | ~$490 |
| SL 2WD | $42,500 | 0.00143 | 3.43% | 60% | $1,325 | ~$531 |
| SL 4WD | $44,500 | 0.00143 | 3.43% | 62% | $1,325 | ~$534 |
| Rock Creek 4WD | $45,000 | 0.00143 | 3.43% | 62% | $1,325 | ~$541 |
| Platinum 2WD | $49,400 | 0.00143 | 3.43% | 59% | $1,325 | ~$636 |
| Platinum 4WD | $51,400 | 0.00143 | 3.43% | 61% | $1,325 | ~$636 |
*Pre-tax, 36mo/12K. S trims: cap = full MSRP (no LC). SV+: cap = MSRP − $1,325. MSRPs from NMAC April 2026 rate file.
The $149/Month Rate Tax
Pathfinder S 2WD: $37,500, 7.22% APR, no LC → ~$634/month. Pathfinder SV 2WD: $39,900, 3.43% APR, $1,325 LC → ~$485/month. The S costs $149/month more despite being $2,400 cheaper to buy. The entire difference is the rate (0.00301 vs 0.00143) and the missing $1,325 LC. This is why you read the rate sheet before walking into a Nissan dealer.
Altima — Rate Doubled, LC Tripled; SR Is the Better Lease
The Altima program changed significantly from March to April. In March: MF 0.00143 (3.43% APR), $650 NMAC Lease Cash across all trims. In April: the SV FWD jumped to MF 0.00288 (6.91% APR) while the SR FWD, SV AWD, and SR AWD landed at MF 0.00218 (5.23% APR). But the NMAC Lease Cash nearly tripled across all trims — from $650 to $2,275. And the RV improved: SR now carries 63% (vs 59% in March).
Net result on the SV FWD: ~$350/month in April vs ~$351/month in March — essentially flat despite the rate increasing nearly 3.5 points. The SR FWD is more interesting: ~$333/month in April vs ~$377/month in March. The SR got $44/month cheaper, entirely because the $2,275 LC and better RV more than offset the higher MF. The SV AWD lands at ~$334 — nearly identical to the SR FWD for $100 more MSRP.
Within April's programs, the SR trims (FWD and AWD) have a better rate than the SV FWD (0.00218 vs 0.00288) despite being a higher trim level. NMAC appears to be subsidizing the SR specifically this month. SR FWD at ~$333 and SV FWD at ~$350 — the better-equipped SR is $17/month cheaper.
| Altima Trim | MSRP | MF (36mo) | APR | RV | LC | ~Monthly* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SV FWD | $27,580 | 0.00288 | 6.91% | 62% | $2,275 | ~$350 |
| SR FWD | $28,980 | 0.00218 | 5.23% | 63% | $2,275 | ~$333 |
| SV AWD | $29,080 | 0.00218 | 5.23% | 63% | $2,275 | ~$334 |
| SR AWD | $30,480 | 0.00218 | 5.23% | 63% | $2,275 | ~$353 |
*Pre-tax, 36mo/12K, cap = MSRP − $2,275 LC. SR FWD at ~$333 is the cheapest payment in the Altima lineup despite not being the cheapest trim. MSRPs from NMAC April 2026 rate file.
Altima Verdict
SR FWD at ~$333 is the best Altima lease this month — lower rate than the SV FWD, same $2,275 LC, better RV (63%), for only $1,400 more MSRP. SV AWD at ~$334 ties the SR FWD almost exactly, so if you want all-wheel drive the SV AWD is the pick at $100 more sticker. Overall the Altima is a better lease value than March on the SR trims; the rate increase on the SV FWD is offset by the LC increase, making it a wash there.
Frontier — Best Mid-Size Truck Lease Value
The Frontier runs MF 0.00231 (5.54% APR) with $1,300 NMAC Lease Cash across all trims — a flat, uniform program. 5.54% APR is not exciting, but it's the best rate on any Nissan truck this month and competitive with most mainstream mid-size truck lease programs. The residuals are strong: Crew Cab 4x4 trims carry 64–68% RV, which is unusually good for a truck at this price point. PRO-4X 4x4 carries 68% RV — same as the base Crew Cab 4x4 S.
The Crew Cab 4x2 S at $33,550 with 65% RV and $1,300 LC lands at ~$415/month. The Crew Cab 4x4 S at $36,550 with 68% RV runs ~$428 — the extra $3K for 4WD adds only $13/month because the 4WD trim has a 3-point higher residual, which partially absorbs the MSRP increase. The PRO-4X 4x4 at $41,870 runs ~$496 — still under $500 for a fully capable off-road-spec mid-size truck at 5.54% APR.
| Frontier Trim | MSRP | MF (36mo) | APR | RV (36/12K) | LC | ~Monthly* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| King Cab 4x2 S | $32,150 | 0.00231 | 5.54% | 61% | $1,300 | ~$429 |
| Crew Cab 4x2 S | $33,550 | 0.00231 | 5.54% | 65% | $1,300 | ~$415 |
| King Cab 4x4 S | $35,150 | 0.00231 | 5.54% | 64% | $1,300 | ~$446 |
| Crew Cab 4x4 S | $36,550 | 0.00231 | 5.54% | 68% | $1,300 | ~$428 |
| Crew Cab 4x2 Long Bed SV | $36,690 | 0.00231 | 5.54% | 62% | $1,300 | ~$485 |
| Crew Cab 4x2 PRO-X | $38,570 | 0.00231 | 5.54% | 65% | $1,300 | ~$483 |
| Crew Cab 4x4 SV | $39,490 | 0.00231 | 5.54% | 66% | $1,300 | ~$471 |
| Crew Cab 4x4 PRO-4X | $41,870 | 0.00231 | 5.54% | 68% | $1,300 | ~$496 |
*Pre-tax, 36mo/12K, cap = MSRP − $1,300 LC. RV applies to MSRP. All Frontier trims at same MF 0.00231. MSRPs from NMAC April 2026.
Sentra + Kicks — Market Rate; Buy the Right Trim
Both the Sentra and Kicks run market-rate MF with minimal NMAC Lease Cash. Neither has a subsidized program. The key insight on both: never lease the base S trim. The S gets worse rates and no LC; the SV gets a better rate (on Kicks) or substantially better LC and RV (on Sentra), and the payment math flips.
The Sentra SV at $23,370 runs MF 0.00273 (6.55% APR) with $800 LC and a 65% residual — landing at ~$308/month. The base Sentra S at $22,600 has no LC and only 61% RV at the same MF, producing ~$344/month. The SV costs $770 more to buy but $36/month less to lease. The SR at $25,000 with only $300 LC and 62% RV costs ~$365 — the most expensive Sentra lease despite the smallest LC and a slightly lower RV than SV.
The Kicks shows the same pattern. S FWD ($22,430) gets MF 0.00301 (7.22% APR) with $0 LC, landing at ~$374. SV FWD ($24,170) gets MF 0.00288 with $625 LC, landing at ~$355. SV AWD ($25,820) runs ~$367 for all-weather capability. The S AWD mirrors the S FWD situation — avoid.
| Trim | MSRP | MF | APR | RV | LC | ~Monthly* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sentra S ✗ | $22,600 | 0.00273 | 6.55% | 61% | $0 | ~$344 |
| Sentra SV ✓ | $23,370 | 0.00273 | 6.55% | 65% | $800 | ~$308 |
| Sentra SR | $25,000 | 0.00273 | 6.55% | 62% | $300 | ~$365 |
| Kicks S FWD ✗ | $22,430 | 0.00301 | 7.22% | 57% | $0 | ~$374 |
| Kicks SV FWD ✓ | $24,170 | 0.00288 | 6.91% | 61% | $625 | ~$355 |
| Kicks SV AWD | $25,820 | 0.00288 | 6.91% | 63% | $625 | ~$367 |
| Kicks SR FWD | $26,660 | 0.00288 | 6.91% | 64% | $625 | ~$373 |
*Pre-tax, 36mo/12K. S trims: full cap (no LC). SV/SR: cap = MSRP − LC. MSRPs from NMAC April 2026.
Z, LEAF, and Armada — All Three Are Unattractive Leases
These three models share a common problem: market-rate or above-market MF with minimal or no NMAC Lease Cash, producing payments that don't reflect any financing subsidy from NMAC.
The Z runs MF 0.00286 (6.86% APR) with effectively zero NMAC Lease Cash ($1 — a program placeholder). The Sport Auto at $42,970 hits ~$653/month; the Performance Auto at $52,970 runs ~$844; the NISMO at $65,750 reaches ~$1,097. The 6.86% APR means you're paying substantial rent charge: ~$199/month on the Sport and ~$293/month on the NISMO. These cars aren't subsidized — NMAC has no reason to move Z inventory at reduced rates when demand is steady. If you want to lease a Z, you're paying the full cost of the money.
The LEAF is the most counterintuitive situation on this list. It's an EV with no special EV rate. The S+ runs MF 0.00273 (6.55% APR), $0 LC, 57% RV → ~$487/month. The Platinum+ steps up to MF 0.00295 (7.08% APR), $300 LC, 53% RV → ~$676/month. A $30K EV at $487/month is poor value when the Rogue SV FWD at nearly the same MSRP leases for ~$366. The Platinum+ at $38,990 with a 7.08% rate and 53% residual is particularly unattractive. NMAC is not supporting LEAF resale or lease economics this month. If you're looking for an affordable EV lease, the LEAF is not the answer.
The Armada runs MF 0.00273 (6.55% APR) on most trims, with a token $625 NMAC Lease Cash and residuals as low as 53% (Platinum Reserve). Note: the 4x4 SV and 4x4 Platinum Reserve carry MF 0.00291 (6.98% APR) — higher than the rest of the lineup. The SV 4x2 at $58,840 hits ~$936/month; the SV 4x4 at $61,840 runs ~$987 (not ~$969 — the higher MF 0.00291 adds roughly $18/month). For a body-on-frame SUV with near-market APR and weak residuals, these numbers are high. The Armada's case for leasing has always been weak; April doesn't change that. Northeast buyers with an existing NMAC Armada contract can stack Armada NMAC Loyalty Cash ($2,500) on top, which helps — but the underlying program still isn't competitive.
April 2026 — Models to Avoid Leasing
How These Payments Are Calculated
All payments are pre-tax estimates, 36-month term, 12,000 miles/year, 07030 region (Northern New Jersey / NMAC national programs). Cap cost = MSRP minus base NMAC Lease Cash only — no dealer discount, no additional incentives applied, no cap cost reduction. Residual is applied to MSRP (not cap cost). Payment formula:
Payments will differ by state and region. Tax on lease payments varies: some states tax only the monthly payment, others tax the full vehicle value upfront. States with upfront or higher tax structures will have higher effective monthly costs. All figures here are the pre-tax base payments as published by NMAC for the reference region.
Conditional incentives not included. NMAC's April programs include stackable conditional credits for qualifying buyers:
Eligibility requirements apply. Service to Sales requires existing NMAC contract. EV NMAC Loyalty requires current EV/hybrid lease through NMAC. College grad requires degree within 24 months or offer of employment. Military requires active/retired status. Conditional credits reduce cap cost and improve monthly payment by ~$17–28/month each at standard cap levels.
The Bottom Line
The Murano at 1.61% APR is the headline deal in April's Nissan lineup — a clearance rate on a discontinued model that makes the math work unusually well. If Murano inventory is available near you, it's worth serious consideration before stock runs out. The Rogue Platinum AWD at nearly the same payment as the Dark Armor trim is the second-best value story this month.
The Pathfinder S is the trap to avoid — $149/month more than the SV for a cheaper car is the clearest example of how rate splits punish buyers who don't read the sheet. The Altima SR at ~$333 is quietly one of the better compact sedan lease values in the mainstream market right now. The Z, LEAF, and Armada remain unattractive leases and nothing in April changes that.
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