As another option, have you looked at the new Vauxhall Crossland (not the Crossland X – the new crossland, with L shaped headlights)? £1449 in “Ultimate” trim, matrix LEDs, heated seats, 360 camera, automatic etc.
Might be a potential contender in regards to buying after the lease, though there is quite a bit of piano black plastic in the cabin.
Prior: SEAT Ateca Xcellence Lux 1.5 TSI DSG MY19, VW Golf GTE PHEV DSG MY23
Current: Hyundai Ioniq 6 Ultimate
Next: we'll see what's available in 2028.