Car Lease vs Buy Calculator
Compare the total cost of leasing versus buying the same car over the same period, including the resale value you keep when you buy.
OpenKnow the real cost of the car before you sign — the loan payment, lease-vs-buy, what fuel or charging adds up to, and how fast it depreciates — then keep it running and sell it clean with ready-made checklists. Free and instant in your browser.
What the car really costs to buy, run, and own over time.
Compare the total cost of leasing versus buying the same car over the same period, including the resale value you keep when you buy.
OpenYour monthly auto loan payment, total interest, and amount financed — after down payment, trade-in, and sales tax.
OpenThe gas cost for a trip from the distance, your MPG, and the gas price — plus gallons needed and cost per mile.
OpenEstimate your vehicle's value and depreciation over time based on age, mileage, and condition.
OpenCalculate the cost to charge your electric vehicle at home or on the road based on electricity rates.
OpenTotal road trip budget across fuel, lodging, food, and extras — split by the number of travelers.
OpenKeep it running, inspect before you buy, and paper the sale.
Create a printable car bill of sale — seller, buyer, vehicle, VIN, odometer, sale price, and an as-is clause.
OpenStay on top of every service by mileage interval — oil, tire rotation, filters, fluids, brakes, and the big-mileage items. Progress saved.
OpenComprehensive checklist for inspecting a used car before purchase — engine, interior, exterior, and safety checks.
OpenEvery other car calculator and checklist.
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OpenHow much car can you afford? See the max price and monthly payment from your income, down payment, and APR using the 20/4/10 rule.
OpenCompare two tire sizes — diameter, sidewall, circumference, and speedometer difference — to see if a new size will fit your car.
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