What Black Friday Car Deals Looked Like Last Year
The 2025 offers leaned heavily on 0% APR financing. Chevrolet advertised it on the Silverado 1500 and select models for 36 months. Ford listed the F-150, Explorer and Mustang Mach-E at 36 to 60 months, Subaru offered the Outback for 36 months, and Hyundai offered the Santa Fe and Tucson for 60 months. Dodge listed the Charger Daytona and Hornet at 72 months on select trims.
Cash back and discounts reached up to about 16% off MSRP on some models. Reports cited the Audi A6 and Q4 e-tron with roughly $9,485 in savings through December 1, 2025, a Honda Ridgeline at about 12% off through January 5, 2026, and a Chrysler Pacifica at about 11% off through December 1. Leases started as low as about $169 to $499 a month on entry models from Acura, Audi, Volkswagen and Chevrolet.
These figures came from CARFAX, CarEdge, Consumer Reports and Kelley Blue Book coverage in November 2025. For 2026, no offer had been tied to Black Friday as of late October, though automakers' November programs reset around November 2.
How To Pick The Right Car Deal
The three incentive types are not interchangeable, and manufacturers often let you choose only one.
| Incentive | Best For | Watch Out For |
|---|---|---|
| 0% APR | Buyers with excellent credit who finance | Shorter terms mean higher monthly payments; may replace cash back. |
| Cash back | Buyers with their own financing or paying cash | Often model-specific and region-specific. |
| Low lease payment | Drivers who change cars every few years | Money due at signing and mileage limits. |
Ask for the out-the-door price, which includes taxes and fees, since advertised figures usually leave them out. Offers vary by region and dealer and are not always stackable. Get quotes from more than one dealer.
When Do Car Deals Drop?
Black Friday 2026 is November 27 and Cyber Monday is November 30. Last year's incentive programs ran mostly from late November into early January, so the end of the year is usually active for dealers.
No specific automaker has announced a Black Friday 2026 offer. A preview of November 2026 programs mentions possible 0% APR, EV discounts and model-year clearance, but nothing tied explicitly to Black Friday.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do car dealers lower prices on Black Friday?
Mostly through financing deals, cash back and lease offers rather than lower sticker prices, based on last year's coverage.
Who qualifies for 0% APR?
Typically buyers with excellent credit. Terms vary by model and region.
Can I combine incentives?
Not always. Offers varied by dealer and region and were not always stackable.
Are 2026 Black Friday car deals announced?
Not as of late October 2026.
