--- title: Colorado Lease Buyout | Buy Out Your Lease in CO url: https://www.leaseend.com/lease-buyouts/colorado updated: 2026-09-01 --- ## Colorado Lease Buyout Colorado lease buyout data, Jan–Sep 2026. Subaru leads at 13.6% — only top-20 state where Subaru is #1. Avg buyout $32,908 · equity rate 84.7%. ## Colorado Lease Buyout Data (January 1–September 1, 2026) - **Funded lease buyouts:** 343 - **Positive-equity rate:** 84.7% - **Average equity (positive-equity deals):** $4,271 - **Average buyout price:** $32,908 - **Average mileage at buyout:** 31,871 - **Top make:** Subaru (13.6% of funded deals) - **GAP purchased:** 65% of deals Colorado is the only state in the top-20 where Subaru ranks #1 by volume (13.6%), with the lowest GAP/VSC rates of any Tier A state (65.0%). Here's what stands out about Colorado: it is the only high-volume state in our data where Subaru holds the top spot, at 13.6% of funded buyouts. Subaru residuals have held up well, and Colorado drivers add to that with some of the lowest average mileage in the country — 31,871 versus 34,830 nationally. Low miles on a Subaru in Colorado is about as favorable a setup for equity as the data shows. The tradeoff is price: at $32,908, the average Colorado buyout runs more than $1,000 above the national figure. The result is a positive-equity rate just above the national average of 84.6% and $4,271 in average equity — above the national norm. A well-kept Subaru with 32,000 miles on it is worth real money in this market, and returning it to the dealer hands that money to the dealer. ## Frequently Asked Questions ### How does a Colorado lease buyout work? Buying out your lease in Colorado means purchasing the vehicle you've been leasing instead of returning it. Lease End handles the process 100% online: we calculate your payoff quote, secure financing, prepare the paperwork, and file your Colorado title and registration. ### Can I buy out my lease early in Colorado? Yes. Most leasing companies allow an early buyout in Colorado — you'll pay the remaining payoff amount (not just the residual value) as of the payoff date, which Lease End can calculate for you before you start. ### What taxes do I pay on a lease buyout in Colorado? Colorado sales tax on a lease buyout is collected through the Colorado Department of Revenue. Rates and rules can change, so we recommend confirming current requirements with the Colorado Department of Revenue or your leasing company for your specific transaction. ### Does Colorado have a sales tax exemption for lease buyouts? Some states offer a credit for sales tax already paid on lease payments; whether Colorado does — and how it's applied — depends on current state rules. Check with the Colorado Department of Revenue or ask your Lease End advisor when you get your quote. ### How long does a lease buyout take in Colorado? Most Lease End buyouts in Colorado take about 2 to 4 weeks from submitting your information to receiving your new title and financing, though timing can vary with Colorado DMV processing times. ### What is the average lease buyout cost in Colorado? Lease End funded Colorado lease buyouts averaged $32,908 between January 1–September 1, 2026 — that's the amount financed, not counting taxes, fees, or optional coverage like GAP or a VSC. ### Can I finance a lease buyout in Colorado? Yes — Lease End shops your Colorado lease buyout across our lender network, including options for buyers who owe more than the car is worth or don't have perfect credit. ### What happens to my plates when I buy out my lease in Colorado? Plate rules vary by state. In many cases your existing Colorado plates transfer with the new title; Lease End handles the paperwork with the Colorado DMV so you don't have to track the requirements yourself. ## Nearby States - [Utah](https://www.leaseend.com/lease-buyouts/utah) - [Nevada](https://www.leaseend.com/lease-buyouts/nevada) - [Arizona](https://www.leaseend.com/lease-buyouts/arizona) - [New Mexico](https://www.leaseend.com/lease-buyouts/new-mexico)