2011 BMW Lease Rates – August 2010

Published 2010/08/092010/08/17 by G

Update: I just came across a news paper advertisement stating that “no security deposit” is needed to lease a 3-series. That is great news because more often than not, you need a security deposit to secure the base rate. This is a good month for a 3-series! the offer expires August 31st! So don’t sleep on this if you are in the market for a 3-series.

My Take: Some of the 3-series money factors droppped this month, making the lease significantly cheaper. Not too much of a surprise there since the 3-series is their top selling model, so discounts usually happen on that lineup. The rest of the BMW line up’s lease rates have remained the same. If you need help with payment estimates, be sure to provide the necessary information in your comments (i.e. MSRP, Sale price, sales tax and any fees your dealer is charging). This information is crucial in order to get an accurate estimate so be sure to get that from your dealer.

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2010/2011 BMW Incentives

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Monthly Round-Up: July 2010

Published 2010/07/292010/09/09 by G

Welcome to the “Monthly Round-Up”!!! Starting this month, I will begin examining the Top Ten Deals of the month based on the information I have collected throughout the month. Since this segment is meant for those who enjoy cutting deals last minute (in order to get in on those last-minute deals), expect these series to be posted sometime during the last week of each month.

But before I kick start this month’s Round-Up, here are some ground rules:

Participating vehicles will be based on the lease rates gathered on this website throughout the corresponding month (and limited to a price range of $20,000 to $50,000 range). I encourage you to share the information you’ve gathered during your research so we can make The Round-Up more robust down the road.
Only 36-month/15k lease terms will be examined.
A $1650 drive-off fee will be assumed for all cars. Remember, this is ONLY an estimate, the drive-off could be lower or higher depending on the car.
Estimates will be based on the Southern California region, so your numbers may vary.
All estimates assume you qualify for the base rate.
Sales taxes not included in order to keep things simple. Please refer to “Understanding Sales Tax” to learn how taxes affect your monthly payments.
The rating system used is based on my Lease Calculator, which assumes that 1.00 or a monthly payment of 1% off the MSRP is a GREAT lease deal. Anything lower than 1.00 is even better.

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So without further ado, lets get this list rolling!!

2010 Infiniti G37 Sport Coupe
36-month | 15k miles | residual 63% | .00131 base money factor

MSRP $44,595
Sale Price $39,500
Monthly $405 + tax

(0.91) This month’s biggest winner is the G37 Sport Coupe. I mean, this deal simply rocks your socks off! In order to get in on this, you need to qualify for the Conquest or Loyalty cash that’s available on both the Sedan and the Coupe. Since the residuals and money factors are really strong this month, I think we can all agree that this ride gives you the best bang for the buck.

2010 Nissan Maxima SV
36-month | 15k miles | residual 52% | .00047 base money factor

MSRP $39,230
Sale Price $32,746
Monthly $367 + tax

(0.94) There may be some discrepancies with this estimate due to the fact that I included almost all of the incentives going on right now. This shouldn’t change the fact that the Maxima is still a fantastic lease deal right now. You will need to contact your local dealer and have him/her clarify which rebates are applicable. Regardless, I think that there are enough rebates available so you will definitely get a decent deal out of this. Don’t forget the 0% financing that’s also available should you choose to buy instead.

2010 Infiniti G37 Sport Sedan
36-month | 15k miles | residual 59% | .00107 base money factor

MSRP $40,065
Sale Price $35,300
Monthly $387 + tax

(0.97) A bit higher than the Coupe, but still a very good deal. Again, this deal is dependent on the cash rebate and your ability to secure a low sale price. The rebates will be around until September, but there is no guarantee that the residuals won’t drop next month.

2010 Subaru Impreza Outback Sport
36-month | 15k miles | residual 56% | .00106 base money factor

MSRP $22,690
Sale Price $19,500
Monthly $222 + tax

(0.98) Expect your payments to be more since the model I picked is bare bones. Nevertheless, this car has an excellent residual and money factor so if you negotiate a competitive sale price, you will drive off with a great car at a great price.

2010 Honda Accord Sedan 4-cylinder EX-L
36-month | 15k miles | residual 54% | .00121 base money factor

MSRP $27,580
Sale Price $22,800
Monthly $279 + tax

(1.01) With or without Navi, the Accord Sedan in both the 4 cyl and V6 trim are a solid deal this month. Keep in mind that Honda’s doing this promo were you pay nothing up front (gets rolled into payments) and they lower your MF, so your payment will probably be a bit higher that what I just estimated, but still a good deal.

2010 Acura TSX
36-month | 15k miles | residual 58% | .00100 base money factor

MSRP $30170
Sale Price $27,500
Monthly $322 + tax

(1.07) There is $750 dealer cash that is applicable to leases so be sure to take advantage of that during your negotiations. Since production of the 2010s should be pretty much over, availability may be spotty. Still, one of the finest entry level sedans out there with one of the best lease programs in the country. Can’t go wrong with that.

2011 Hyundai Sonata Limited
36-month | 15k miles | residual 56% | .00050 base money factor

MSRP $28,200
Sale Price $26,000
Monthly $304 + tax

(1.08) I would personally choose the GLS due to it’s lower price-point and monthly payments. However, if you can fit slightly higher payments into your budget, go with the better equipped Limited trim because it’s still a great deal.

2010 Acura TL

36-month | 15k miles | residual 55% | .00097 base money factor

MSRP $35,965
Sale Price $31,900
Monthly $386 + tax

(1.08) The cheapest of the TL line up also boasts the best residual value. There is $1750 dealer cash that is applicable to leases. Folks in the Midwest may be out of luck on the low money factor. Remember that Acura is currently offering a “special” MF that you can only get if you opt for the $0 drive-off deal (this will make your monthly payments a bit higher than my estimate).

2010 Audi A3 2.0T Premium
36-month | 15k miles | residual 50% | .00012 base money factor

MSRP $30,715
Sale Price $27,200
Monthly $332 + tax

(1.08) This ride barely makes the cut because it’s got the highest residual and lowest money factor of all A3 2.0Ts. In most cases, Audi does not offer great lease deals because their residual values are very low and they aren’t to be heavy discounters. Despite this, I think you can still walk away with an excellent deal on an A3 if you can negotiate a low sale price before the month ends.

2010 Volkswagen CC DSG Sport
36-month | 15k miles | residual 47% | .00021 base money factor

(1.16) I know, I know. What’s a car with just a “Good” rating doing on this list? Well, this is my “Sentimental” choice. There are many factors that simply can’t be measured on a lease calculator. For starters, VW offers a three year maintenance program when most brands don’t. Yes, BMW has been offering it for years and their 1-series are probably just as deserving to be on this list. Unfortunately, BMW does not offer 0% financing for up to 60 months on their vehicles, VW does.

Parting Shots

As we wrap up the Monthly Round-Up, I’d like to add that there are many cars listed on this website that get a “Good” lease rating as well, so be sure to do some research on those. I would also like to point out that Toyota would probably dominate much of this list had I bothered to post any of their lease numbers (specially the Camry and Prius). But when it’s all said and done, Toyota is still reeling from some safety issues and bad PR, so I don’t want to openly recommend them at the moment. Of course, that will change as time goes by. Lastly, keep an eye out on the new Chevy Volt and the Nissan Leaf. Both cars will get a lot of government and state rebates which will bring down the cost of their leases well below what was recently advertised, making them fantastic leases.

Hopefully, you have enjoyed the first edition of the Monthly Round-Up. Feel free to chime in with your opinions on what you think this month’s Top Ten should be.

2011 Hyundai Lease Rates – July 2010

Published 2010/07/272010/09/09 by G

My Take: Wow, the Sonata is getting a nice MF despite the drop in residuals right now. I’m a bit concerned about the quick drop in residuals. This is a 2011 model, so unless we start seeing the 2012 model early next year, you would be looking at under-50% residuals by the first quarter of 2012. If that’s the case, I just don’t see how much lower the MF can get to keep this ride cheap to lease. Of course, Hyundai could introduce some cash incentives to help offset the drops in residual this holiday season, but that remains to be seen. Either way, not a bad time to get a Sonata if you are in the market for one.

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2011 Hyundai Sonata SE
36-month | 15k miles | residual 55% | .00050 base money factor

2011 Hyundai Sonata GLS
36-month | 15k miles | residual 55% | .00010 base money factor

2011 Hyundai Sonata Limited
36-month | 15k miles | residual 56% | .00050 base money factor

2010 Hyundai Incentives

2010 Mazda Lease Rates – July 2010

Published 2010/07/262010/09/09 by G

My Take: Dropping some quick Mazda numbers for all interested parties. Now, based on Edmunds, there is a $500 loyalty cash and $1000 dealer cash that’s available on the CX-9. Notice that you can’t use the $1000 if you use Mazda Capital Services, BUT if you lease through another bank, you should be able to get it without any problems (of course that means giving up the $500 loyalty cash). Remember to read the fine print folks! Also, this is the last week of the month, so it’s probably a good idea to send out your online quote requests soon. Better yet, request a quote online AND give your nearest dealer a call and ask to speak with the Internet/Fleet sales manager. That cuts through a large chunk of the B.S. you are bound to encounter when leasing a car.

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2010 Mazda CX-9 Touring
36-month | 15k miles | residual 46% | .00083 base money factor

2010 Mazda CX-9 Touring AWD
36-month | 15k miles | residual 47% | .00083 base money factor

2010 Mazda Incentives

2010/11 Subaru Lease Rates – July 2010

Published 2010/07/262010/09/09 by G

My Take: It’s too bad that the only Subaru numbers floating around the web right now are those of the Forester. Nothing against the car itself, but I was looking forward to see some numbers for the WRX and the Legacy. We still have a week left for the month of July, so not all hope is lost. For those hunting down Subaru numbers, try requesting a quote from your local if you don’t see them posted. I don’t have all numbers all the time, but I do welcome any information you may find so that I can share it with the rest of the world.

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2010 Subaru Forester X Limited
36-month | 15k miles | residual 55% | .00170 base money factor

2010 Subaru Impreza Outback Sport
36-month | 15k miles | residual 56% | .00106 base money factor

2011 Subaru Outback 2.5i
36-month | 15k miles | residual 56% | .00195 base money factor

2011 Subaru Legacy 2.5i Premium
36-month | 15k miles | residual64% | .00200 base money factor

2011 Subaru Legacy GT Limited
36-month | 15k miles | residual 54% | .00150 base money factor

2010 Subaru Incentives

2010 Nissan Lease Rates – July 2010

Published 2010/07/232010/09/09 by G

Update! Found the Maxima numbers! They look alright! The MF is quite low and the residual is still acceptable. Check out the incentives page to see if there is any cash on the Maxima. These past couple months, this car has been leasing extremely well for a lot of folks, so it’s definitely worth a look if you are considering a top-of-the-line Accord, Camry or even a TSX or TL. If you are even remotely considering the Maxima this month, I would recommend contacting a dealer now since end of the month is near.

My Take: Had a tough time finding Nissan numbers this month. Edmund’s forums were very inactive lately and most of the usual sources were quite dry as well. This is all I see at the moment. Hopefully more info can be found before the end of the month.

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2010 Nissan Altima Coupe 2.5 S
36-month | 15k miles | residual 53% | .00133 base money factor

2010 Nissan Maxima S
36-month | 15k miles | residual 53% | .00093 base money factor

2010 Nissan Maxima SV
36-month | 15k miles | residual 52% | .00047 base money factor

2010 Nissan Incentives

2010 Lexus Lease Rates – July 2010

Published 2010/07/212010/09/24 by G

My Take: Residuals took a dive this month compared to the last. The good news is that the MFs also dropped, maintaining the payments at around the same ballpark. Please note that the HS250h is currently not available for lease/purchase due to recalls. That could change in the near future, but as for now, stay away from that model. For more Lexus recall information, check out this link.

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2010 Lexus ES350
36-month | 15k miles | residual 54% | .00160 base money factor

2010 Lexus IS250 Sedan AWD
36-month | 15k miles | residual 57% | .00155 base money factor

2010 Lexus RX350 AWD
36-month | 15k miles | residual 56% | .00175 base money factor

2010 Lexus GS350 RWD
36-month | 15k miles | residual 50% | .00120 base money factor

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Lexus Incentives from Edmunds.com

2010 Volkswagen Lease Rates – July 2010

Published 2010/07/202010/07/20 by G

logo_vw My Take: Sorry for the lack of VW numbers so far. Tthings have been very quiet as of late, so numbers are hard to come by. In any case, CC and GTI are pretty good leases right now. Folks seem to be getting hefty discounts on the CC in particular. I personally like the CC. It’s very stylish and priced competitively with cars around the same size/price range. I recommend the DSG model. For those who have never tried VWs DSG, I can only say one thing….AWESOME. The shifting is quick , responsive and smooth, it may not be as involved or engaging as a manual transmission, but it is still a hoot to drive.

On different note, if you plan to use the Yahoo Auto’s quote system, I would like to suggest that you set your Contact Method to be “Phone” and the Buying how soon to “within 48 hrs” regardless of when you plan to buy. If you aren’t comfortable with the “Phone” part, you can switch it to “Email”, but I still recommend letting your dealer know that you are buying within 48 hrs so that you can get quotes faster. We’re nearing the end of the month, so the sooner you get those quotes, the better. Besides, you never know when you will really pull the trigger (My wife and I gave ourselves two months to get her car, but we ended up doing it within a week). Once you have established communications with your dealer, present your offer (after you’ve done your research) and expected monthly payment and drive-off costs. Fine tune the offer and pull the trigger if everything looks good.

For those who are just shopping casually, I would recommend establishing a relationship with your dealer, get some residuals and money factors (and please share them with me! Thank you!). Then when the time is right, call the dealer back with an offer on an existing car and do your thing.

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2010 Volkswagen GTI 2-Door
36-month | 15k miles | residual 49% | .00022 base money factor

2010 Volkswagen CC Sport
36-month | 15k miles | residual 47% | .00021 base money factor

2010 Volkswagen Incentives

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2011 BMW Lease Rates – August 2010

Monthly Round-Up: July 2010

2011 Hyundai Lease Rates – July 2010

2010 Mazda Lease Rates – July 2010

2010/11 Subaru Lease Rates – July 2010

2010 Nissan Lease Rates – July 2010

2010 Lexus Lease Rates – July 2010

2010 Volkswagen Lease Rates – July 2010