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What are the pros and cons of leasing a car?

Car leasing is not as popular locally as it is in other countries, however, it is still a tempting proposition for many. Let's look at the pros and cons.

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What are the pros and cons of leasing a car?

While leasing is not as popular locally as it is in other countries, it most certainly has its place for those who want to drive a new car every couple of years and don’t put a lot of mileage on their vehicles. Let’s look at the pros and cons of leasing.

Pros

-The monthly instalments are lower.

-You can trade your lease for a new one every couple of years.

-The ability to drive a nicer vehicle for less money per month.

-Insurance is included.

- The option to purchase the car after the lease is a reality.

Cons

-There are mileage limits with a lease, with harsh penalties.

-You may be expected to pay for excess wear and tear.

-The risk of added fees if you end the contract early.

-The vehicle is not yours at the end of the term.

-It is difficult to get out of the lease early.

Author - Sean Nurse

Written by Sean Nurse

With a lifelong passion for cars, bikes, and motorsport, Sean knew that attaining a degree in journalism would allow him to pursue his passion, which was to be a motoring journalist. After graduating in 2012, Sean was awarded a bursary from the SAGMJ which allowed him to work for a variety of motoring publications. This was a dream come true for Sean, and after a year of gaining vital industry experience, he was hired as a motoring journalist at a local newspaper and worked his way up to editor. In 2020, Sean joined the AutoTrader team and counts himself lucky to wake up and genuinely love what he does for a living.Read more

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