Typical lease parameters and what the math looks like — plus a pre-filled calculator you can adjust to your actual dealer quote.
| Parameter | Typical Lease | Typical Purchase |
|---|---|---|
| Price / Cap Cost | $42,000 | $41,000 |
| Drive-off / Down | $4,500 | ~$3,500 |
| Monthly payment | ~$499/mo | ~$709/mo (6.5% APR) |
| Residual | 47% MSRP | ~$17,000 resale (5yr est.) |
| Equivalent APR | ~4.8% | Market rate |
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