Two things to look into:
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Check to see if VIP pricing would work in your favor. Basically, its a no-haggle price 2-4% below invoice on each Subaru model. Sometimes, a generous dealer will discount you to this level without VIP, but that seems to be rare. To become VIP you donate to Subaru’s favored charities (ASPCA is one example). Its a not insignificant donation for immediate access to VIP (there are some charities that offer lower donations but require a long wait before access to VIP) but its deductible, and also you will most likely save much more than the donation on the cost of the vehicle
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Some folks on the various Subaru forums have had luck with loyalty coupons if you contact Subaru of America. Generally, you need to have a Subaru prior to the one you are trying to lease/buy. Coupons ranges from $250-500 and rumors of higher. This is applied AFTER you negotiate your lease–its considered cash down by the dealer.
I was able to lease a 2020 Ascent Premium with tow hitch and other accessories for $415/mo with $415 out the door (first payment), including all taxes and fees. This was pre-covid, so things are likely changed now. My MSRP was in the $40s, IIRC. Subarus arent known for ‘leasing well’-- but these two items are key to making a lease on a subaru work, IMO, outside of leveraging a broker who may have relationships to do better.