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Car Lease Calculator

Calculate a car lease payment from the price, residual value, money factor and term — with the depreciation and finance charges broken out.

For information and education only — not financial advice. Results are estimates based on the numbers you enter; check important decisions with a qualified professional.

How to use

  1. 1Enter the negotiated price (capitalized cost), down payment and residual percentage.
  2. 2Enter the money factor (or APR) and the lease term.

How it's calculated

Depreciation = (net cap cost − residual) ÷ months. Finance charge = (net cap cost + residual) × money factor. Payment = (depreciation + finance) × (1 + sales tax). Money factor = APR ÷ 2400.

Frequently asked questions

What is a money factor?

The lease's interest rate in another form. Multiply by 2,400 to get the approximate APR — 0.00125 is about 3%.

What is the residual value?

The car's expected value at lease end, set by the leasing company as a percentage of MSRP. A higher residual means a lower payment.

Is sales tax charged on lease payments?

In most US states it's charged on each monthly payment, not the car's full price. A few states tax differently.