Car lease vs buy

Compare leasing against financing a purchase, including deposit, payments and resale value.

$
$
7.0%
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5 yr
45%

Buying costs less

$3,546

Over 5 yr

Buy payment

$574

Lease $420

Net cost of buying
$24,154
Net cost of leasing
$27,700
Car worth at the end if bought
$15,300
Cost per month, buying
$403

How this is calculated

  • · Mileage limits and fees are ignored
  • · Resale value is your assumption

Estimates only — not financial, tax or legal advice.

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