Even after 3 years, wouldnt you come out ahead if you sold? Or is depreciation that severe in that time frame?

So they are about equal. But at the end of the loan period you own a car which has some value. It really just depends on whether you want to keep the car for that long.

Well you are comparing it to a 6 year loan. Normal car loan is 60 Months, but yeah it makes much more sense to buy.

I got a range of finance options on a car from a dealer. Havent decided whch way to go, but one oddity stood out. Does this make any sense? Car is $47k after taxes and all fees out the door.

No money down loan, 72 months @ 2.9% interest. Monthly payment $711

No money down lease, 10k miles, 36 months. Monthly payment $718

Why would anyone choose a lease in this scenario? Is it an error?