• Lease

  You pay for the use of the vehicle for the term of lease. Upon completion of the lease, you must return the vehicle, unless you choose to exercise the option of purchasing it.

• Buy

  Once you have completed the terms of your contract, you own the vehicle, free and clear.

• Lease

  Monthly lease payments are usually lower since you are only paying for the value of the vehicle during the term of the lease.

• Buy

  Because you are paying the full purchase price for the vehicle, and each payment goes toward building equity in your vehicle, monthly payments tend to be higher.

• Lease

  Most lease terms end before a manufacturer's warranty expires. While regular maintenance such as oil changes and tire rotations are necessary and required per the terms of your lease agreement, costs are minimal.

• Buy

  Ownership means you have no lease-end obligations regarding maintenance. You are free to determine when, where, and how you care for your vehicle.

• Lease

  Approved accessories are available to customize your vehicle at the time of lease inception.

• Buy

  You can customize your vehicle as you wish at any time.

• Lease

  Chrysler Capital offers a variety of mileage options to suit almost any lifestyle.

• Buy

  You have no mileage restrictions.

• Lease

  GAP coverage is included in the terms of your Chrysler Capital lease agreement, providing you with peace of mind in the event of total loss.

• Buy

  GAP coverage can be added at the time of purchase and rolled into your monthly payment.*

• Lease

  Normal wear and tear from the day-to-day operation of a vehicle is expected and covered.

• Buy

  As the vehicle owner, you determine when and how you deal with damage to your vehicle.

• Lease

  In many states, the tax calculation is based on the monthly payment, versus the full value of the vehicle.** If you use the vehicle for business purposes, you may be able to deduct a portion of payment.***

• Buy

  Tax on the full purchase price of the vehicle is due at signing and can be rolled into your monthly payment.

• Lease

  Leasing provides you with end-of-term options. You are free to turn in your vehicle or purchase it at the preset price.

• Buy

  After you've completed the terms of your contract agreement, the vehicle is yours to keep or trade-in on another vehicle.

*GAP coverage policies are not available in all states or offered by all dealers. **Check with your dealer regarding your state's leasing rules and regulations. ***Consult with your tax advisor/professional regarding potential tax benefits.