Current Lease End Rates

Published 9/9/25
Updated 8/3/26

Do Buyout Loans Have Higher Interest Rates?
- Lease buyout loans are considered used-car loans, so rates can be slightly higher than brand-new car financing.
- Your rate depends on your credit score, the value of your car, and the loan term you choose.
- Market conditions play a big role. Rising interest rates across the economy will affect buyout loans too.
What Lease End Rates Look Like in Practice
- APR Range: Around 5% to 12% depending on credit profile
- Average Loan Terms: 36 to 84 months
- Monthly Payments: Vary based on loan amount and rate, but Lease End’s lease buyout calculator can show you an instant estimate
| Credit Score | Average APR |
| >800 | 6.24% |
| 740-799 | 6.67% |
| 670-739 | 8.11% |
| 580-669 | 11.28% |
| <580 | 15.51% |
How Lease End Simplifies Approval Rates and Loan Comparisons
- Collects your information once and matches you with multiple lenders.
- Shows you financing offers in minutes, not days.
- Handles the DMV and title paperwork for you.
How to Lock in the Best Lease End Rates
- Check your credit score: Even small improvements can lower your rate.
- Choose the right term: Shorter loan terms usually mean less interest overall.
- Consider a down payment: Putting cash down reduces the amount you finance.
- Start early: Getting a payoff quote and financing in advance gives you more options.
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Final Thoughts: Why Lease End Rates Work for You
Susan Lake
August 23, 2026
Buying out my lease on my own had me…
Buying out my lease, on my own, had me going through many hurdles and obstacles. The leaseholder, Genesis Finance, said I had to get the buyout information from a dealer. The dealer provided me with a written buyout that my bank found unacceptable, plus I would have to deal with all the motor vehicle department transactions, so I decided to try Lease End. Amazing within a couple of hours everything was done barely lifting a finger to send photos of our driver's license, insurance card, and registration. They arranged the financing with a lender well known to me, as I already have some banking relationships with, at a rate better than I was entertaining from my credit union. They got all the information directly from Genesis finance and handled all the motor vehicle paperwork. All I had to do was Auto sign the loan agreement online. The service was outstanding everyone that I dealt with, which were few, were amazing, confident, courteous, friendly and efficient. What an incredible experience couldn't ask for more. Everything taken care of just like that. I still have trouble believing it was so easy.
