2013 and earlier Volkswagen Jetta Lease Questions

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  • speedgraphicspeedgraphic Member Posts: 1
    Hey guys, my girlfriend has been wanting to get into a Jetta and she wants to lease. So far, this is the best we've been able to get:

    09 Jetta S "California Edition" (17" anthracite-looking wheels, Bluetooth, spoiler)

    $239/mo w/taxes included
    $2500 down
    15,000 mi
    (What's the invoice + holdback on this bad boy? Would it be too aggressive to negotiate price to invoice as a start for the lease?)

    She is a new college grad with good, but short, credit.

    I don't have the money factor or residuals, but hopefully this is enough to work with. We're in San Diego and would be willing to drive for a great deal.

    Is this a decent deal? Should we be working on an SE instead of the California edition (is there more room to negotiate)? Is there any way to put less down?
  • bvdj84bvdj84 Member Posts: 1,724
    I think I have seen SE models going for this much.... why so much money down?
    Always start with a good price, $0 down!, get the deal, then if you "need" to have a lower payment on a lease, well then offer it. $2,500 on a VW lease is high. I pay $330mth for my 08 Jetta SE $0 Down!
  • tomb050409tomb050409 Member Posts: 1
    Car_Man, wondering if lease numbers for a Jetta SE 12,000 miles/3 years are still .00101 and 54%

    I Just got a really high lease quote on such a car and wanted to check my math.

    Thanks!
  • mtrimtri Member Posts: 1
    Looking for money factor and residual numbers for a 2009 Jetta S, 36 months, 10k miles.

    Thank you!
    -MT
  • nhbankernhbanker Member Posts: 21
    Can someone please provide the May residual, money factor, and any sales incentives for a Jetta SE automatic for 36 months and 15K miles?
    Thanks.
  • CarMan@EdmundsCarMan@Edmunds Member Posts: 38,514
    Hi ympsi. The most important numbrs to focus on when leasing are your vehicle's selling price and the money factor that the dealer is using to calculate its monthly payment.

    Let us know what the selling price of the Jetta is in relation to its MSRP or dealer invoice price and I'm sure that either myself or another knowledgeable community member will be happy to let you know what they think.

    As far as the money factor goes, VW Credit's current buy rate lease money factor for a 36 month lease of a 2009 Jetta Sedan S is .00117. Make sure that the dealer that you are working with uses that factor to calculate your payment.

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  • CarMan@EdmundsCarMan@Edmunds Member Posts: 38,514
    Hi susaned. Unfortunately, Volkswagen is not currently providing any lease support on diesel models. As a result, its lease program for the car that you are interested in is not very attractive right now. VW Credit's current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36 month lease of a 2009 Jetta Sedan TDI with 15,000 miles per year are .00302 and 52%, respectively.

    That's the bad news. The good news is that Volkswagen is currently providing $500 dealer cash on diesel Jetta Sedans. This dealer cash can be used in conjunction with the aforementioned lease program.

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  • CarMan@EdmundsCarMan@Edmunds Member Posts: 38,514
    Hey susaned. VW Credit's residual values for leases with 12,000 miles per year are 2% higher than its 15,000 mile per year residuals.

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  • CarMan@EdmundsCarMan@Edmunds Member Posts: 38,514
    Hey brendanm14. VW Credit's May buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36 month lease of a 2009 Jetta SE Wagon with 12,000 miles per year are .00053 and 48%, respectively.

    The simple answer to why VW Credit's residual values are higher on Jetta Sedans than they are on Jetta Wagons is that the sedans retain their value better. Theoretically, vehicles' residual values are based upon what they would sell for on the open market several years from now as used vehicles. The potential list of customers who would be willing to buy a sedan is much larger than the list of customers who would be willing to buy a wagon.

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  • CarMan@EdmundsCarMan@Edmunds Member Posts: 38,514
    Hi tomb050409. VW Credit's May lease program is different than its April program was. Its current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36 month lease of a 2009 Jetta Sedan SE with 12,000 miles per year are .00054 and 53%, respectively.

    When negotiating your lease on this car, make sure to take advantage of the $750 cash incentive that Volkswagen is currently providing on leases of it ($1,250 on models with manual transmissions).

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  • CarMan@EdmundsCarMan@Edmunds Member Posts: 38,514
    Here you go MT. VW Credit's current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36 month lease of a 2009 Jetta S with 10,000 miles per year are .00117 and 54%, respectively.

    When negotiating your lease on this car, make sure to take advantage of the $750 cash incentive that Volkswagen is currently providing on leases of it ($1,250 on models with manual transmissions).

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  • CarMan@EdmundsCarMan@Edmunds Member Posts: 38,514
    Here's the information that you're looking for, nhbanker. VW Credit's May buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36 month lease of a 2009 Jetta Sedan SE with 15,000 miles per year are .00054 and 51%, respectively.

    When negotiating your lease on this car, make sure to take advantage of the $750 cash incentive that Volkswagen is currently providing on leases of it ($1,250 on models with manual transmissions).

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  • kellihkellih Member Posts: 6
    Car_man,

    I don't see anything on the VW site about Jetta lease cash incentives. Are these directly to the consumer or manufacturer to dealer? The dealer could play dumb so want to make sure I've got my ducks in a row.

    Thanks,
    KH
  • carrerahcarrerah Member Posts: 23
    I confirmed the incentives car_man mentioned 750/1250 manual trans.

    Here's my quote on a Wolfsburg Jetta, MSRP of $23574
    $22777 invoice
    $22000 price after incentive
    $1250 drive off (1st month pymt, dmv, lic/fee)
    .00139 MF
    55% residual @12k miles per year
    $327 per month, 36 month lease inc tax at 9.25%

    In my opinion, the Wolfsburg Jetta with the 2.0T and DSG is one of the best packages for the money right now. However, it seems like I can do better on the lease? Maybe more than $750 below invoice?

    There aren't many of these out there and compared to $200 lease for a Jetta S, the Wolfsburg Jetta is a far better driver's car.

    Thoughts on this lease payment, model, etc are appreciated.
  • ts0673ts0673 Member Posts: 17
    Car_man (or anyone else):

    Looking for the current money factor and residual values for both the 2009 Jetta SEL and 2009 Jetta Wolfsburg Edition (6MT)

    Terms:
    36 months
    12k miles/year

    Any info would be greatly appreciated - thanks!
  • bvdj84bvdj84 Member Posts: 1,724
    That sounds like a very good deal on your wolfsburg! I am looking to get this model. There really is no need to go all the way up to the GLI. The GLI is very sharp, but for the money, you get get a similar feel. The engine is so much fun, and fast!! I was very impressed. I plan to lease the car in RED, tint the windows, and you have a hot looking car!

    Though, I have thought about a few other models too. Perhaps the tiguan. That would be a fun little SUV. But, to get the leather you have to get the SEL. Which is crazy. The SE should be like the Jetta and come with the leatherette. S model come with cloth only. The SEL come with real leather.

    I have also though about the Passat, I like a bigger car.

    The wolfsburg is top choice.
  • leah732leah732 Member Posts: 4
    Can someone tell me if I am getting a good deal? Also, would it be wiser to sign for 12k per year (36 months) instead of 10K per year. Would it be feasible if I want to keep my monthly payments at no more than 275?

    So far I was offered..

    35 payments X 309/mo w/ 10k miles/yr with just first payment out of pocket (all inclusive of all taxes and fees)
    35 x289 w/ $1000 out of pocket
    35x 259 w/$2,000 out of pocket
    35x229 w/ $3,000 out of pocket

    I just want the standard SE features (with beige leather interior). And this quote is for a model with 17 alloy wheels, bluetooth and a "monster mats" and "trunk liner kit".

    What should I counter with if I just want the standard SE features?

    Thank in advance for the advice!
  • macbjgmacbjg Member Posts: 11
    Candy White, Bluetooth, Premium iPod adapter, mats, 36 mos, 12k/yr, $0. down, $259./mo incl taxes.
  • mel10021mel10021 Member Posts: 31
    Is this a automatic ? I just got shown a auto with 10k for 305 with taxes. But might get a wolfsburg for a little mroe
  • kellihkellih Member Posts: 6
    Does anyone know where you can find stats on the number of TDIs sold in the US since the tax credit went into effect? Wondering where things are re: 60,000 mark.

    Thanks,
    KH
  • bvdj84bvdj84 Member Posts: 1,724
    I am not sure I will look at the TDI anymore, because its price is a bit higher, plus lease numbers apparently are standard. Nothing special. Plus, our deals has them loaded up, bringing the price to $26k. Of course that is MSRP.

    I am very interested in the Wolfsburg Edition in RED.

    The 2.0T is awesome!
  • ks_bayks_bay Member Posts: 1
    Car_man,

    I'm looking for the current money factor and residual values (12k and 15k miles per year) for 2009 Jetta SE (automatic).

    Thanks in advance..
  • muddymeatmuddymeat Member Posts: 1
    Just got mine last night. Here's the terms

    Fully loaded 2009 Jetta SE w/6spd auto-tiptronic (wife can't drive stick)/ipod adapter

    I based the deal on the nationwide lease offer from vw.com against the manual S model and worked from there

    -$0 money down - you'll notice on the website that they require $2499 down but I worked that into the monthly cause I don't want to give that cash upfront. Many people are fooled by this cause they think about the lower monthly but don't realize that they are already paying that money upfront anyway if they give the down.
    -$289 per month
    -36mos/12K per year
    - I was not charged for the ipod adapter and dealer charge. Not sure why though, maybe because it was late friday night and they needed to go??
    - the monthly could have been lower ($30 less per month) if I got the manual transmission
    - I also paid for the aquisition fees upfront (tax, dmv, etc.)
    - the residual value is 11.5K at 36mos/the cap cost 20K/the money factor was the standard rate for the special lease offer.
  • surftwenty2surftwenty2 Member Posts: 1
    Hey guys,

    I am a recent college grad looking for cheap and reliable transportation, so the basic Jetta seems to fit the bill. I wanted to know if this is a good deal:

    2009 Jetta 2.5 S Manual
    $4500 trade-in (2001 Explorer Sport Trac w/ 75,000 miles)
    $0 cash down
    $199/month (includes tax)
    36 month/12,000 miles

    **also, are dealers generally willing to order a specific color for a leased car? I really want the salsa red, but the dealer only has white in-stock. Is it reasonable for me to ask for the red, or would I just have to take what is on the lot?

    Thanks for your time, I really appreciate it!
  • skier146skier146 Member Posts: 1
    VW's national ad on the 2009 Jetta S with manual transmission is $2500 due at signing, 36 months 12,000 miles per year, $179/mth plus tax. Sounds like they are either not giving you $4500 for the trade or they are keeping over $1500 of its value for their profit. Make sure they adhere to the national lease and fully disclose your actual trade value. Lastly, yes it is reasonable to ask them to get a red car.
  • bvdj84bvdj84 Member Posts: 1,724
    Why is VW not offering better incentives anyway? The offered amazing deals last year of 08 during the Spring. I was offered a lease deal on a Passat that was essentially the price of a Jetta. But, something kept me from moving on the deal... but it was a great deal.

    Their lease deals are not much to look at. Of course always look at them with $0 down attitude.

    People seem to be getting decent deals, but holding on to their cars is not a good practice right now. Move them VW!
  • vkwnyvkwny Member Posts: 1
    Trying to decide between between Mazda3 I touring 10 and Jetta S 09. Got back from VW dealer with a dealer:
    MSRP: 18,215
    Selling: 16,920
    NY Tax: 8.75 + 254.00 (T&R)
    $1,200 down and $240 a month for 36 months money factor .00117 12,000k miles
    plus I qualify for student discount (no deposit and first payment)

    Just some food for thought.
  • jinglecarjinglecar Member Posts: 4
    hi car_man or anyone that can help,

    is 330$(include tax, etc..) a month with $0 down payment, 1st month free(student discount), 12k for 36months a good deal for a jetta se 09 automatic with standard feature?

    I am in CT.

    Thanks.
  • bvdj84bvdj84 Member Posts: 1,724
    It seems a little high... I would get the payment a bit lower, not by much, but some. What was your sale price?
  • jinglecarjinglecar Member Posts: 4
    I forgot to ask for a sale price. If i am able to get the monthly payment down to $300, will that be a good deal?
    Thank you.
  • bvdj84bvdj84 Member Posts: 1,724
    Well, leases that have a sale price around I thiink..$22k or so, usually have a payment of around $300, for instants my payment are $319 including tax and my sale price was around that mark. I have had 2 leases now, and have had pretty much the same payment. Your not too far off at all, but I do think you could see how good your sale price is. Your pretty much on target, but if you can pull a bit harder, than I think you could do slightly better.

    Check it all out here on Edmunds, look up new car prices, sale and invoice prices for the car.

    I think your on to a good deal though.

    Let us know.
  • tigerengtigereng Member Posts: 2
    Was offered a 2009 Black Jetta S - California Edition.
    10k miles/year

    $169/month
    $3k down
    54% Residual value
    .00117 Money Factor

    Any thoughts would be appreciated! Good deal? Bad Deal?

    Thanks...
  • bvdj84bvdj84 Member Posts: 1,724
    Frankly for that kind of money, why not upgrade to the SE? Offers great bang for the buck, I big step up. Not saying the S model is not, but SE offers many features and honestly not much more... $3k is a lot of money to put down as well...
    Save that money... roll it later if you need help making the payments. Now is not the time for anyone to be putting that much down on a car, if you decide to take a loan on the car, and keep it for years, than that would be better.

    For every $1k=$20-30 off your payments or added back.

    What was your sale price for the S model? That will tell you if they are working for you or against you.
  • tigerengtigereng Member Posts: 2
    Thanks bvdj84.

    To clarify-It's automatic, not a manual, so it's a little pricier. Since it's a California edition, it also includes Bluetooth, spoiler, alloy wheels and Ipod Adapter. My sale price is $19,815.

    I'm actually leasing here in California because I'll be here exactly three years and don't want to have to pay to ship a car back to New York (where I'm from). I want the barebones Jetta and pay the minimum I can for the 3 years and then give it back. 0% chance of me keeping the car. I can also pay it all up front if that made sense economically. Will ask for the regular S edition and not the California edition if it can save me money.
  • bvdj84bvdj84 Member Posts: 1,724
    I see, Well then you are still getting an amazing car! You will have fun!
    I wouldn't pay for it all up front. I just wouldn't wrap a bunch of money in a car.

    But, the sale price seems nice! Go for it!
  • tonystarks22tonystarks22 Member Posts: 51
    Can someone post the June rebates/incentives (carman mentioned a non advertised cash to dealer).

    Also looking for mf and residual for manual S and SE 12k miles a yr. Thanks all!
  • jettasquirejettasquire Member Posts: 2
    leased an 09 wolfsburg a couple weeks ago. not many of these left, i guess they only make 12k per year, and hard to locate.

    anyhow, here are my terms

    36 month lease
    12k miles/yr
    $0
    $595 due at signing (1st months pmt plus license fee)
    6MT, monstor mats/cargo liner
    $287/mth (includes tax).

    IMO this was a very good deal. lease pmts was based on $20,799 base cap cost; MSRP was $22,xxx. Residual value at term end is $12,234

    I think anyone looking at an SE or SEL should be able to arrive at a similar price, based on similar MSRP

    Most folks who get fleeced wtih a payment in the mid to low 300's a month is due to their shopping for similar "sport" compacts, which are usually leasing in the mid 300's, so the uninformed feels that the wolfsburg lease rate in the low/mid 300's is in the "ballpark".

    Also looked at a 2009 civic SI, which i got down to the same price (~$275/mth nothing down).

    I am quite impressed with the car - feels very solid, the 2.0T is a GREAT motor. My leasing philosophy in the past, which has always treated me well, is to ID the amount you want to pay each month (nothing down), and find the most car for that price range.

    There is really nothing out there that provides, IMO, a comparable deal given the motor in the jetta wolfsburg, with v-tex (not too bad a surface), heated seats, sunroof, decent stereo.

    I was also considering a suby legacy SE, mazda 3/6; nothing matched the driving dynamics of the VW per dollar.

    Mind you i am coming out of a 4 year lease on a saab 9-3 2.0T manual. This car was a blast to drive, but actually i think the VW has a more sporty feel. Sure, the VW has a few less creature comforts that were nice (auto off lights, auto AC, etc), but for $113 less a month, i'm pretty happy!

    good luck
  • passat_mxpassat_mx Member Posts: 32
    Hi jettasquire,

    Thanks for providing us with the numbers. I think you got an excellent deal. Would you mind sharing the money factor and the payment before taxes? Also, if you still have the numbers for the Si around, I'd like to take a look at them as well.

    Thanks.
  • jettasquirejettasquire Member Posts: 2
    i think the WE was 279/mth before taxes (or 275). taxes here in NE Ohio are 7.5%.

    not sure about the money factor, but evidently it was either on par with what VW is using or even better, given the bottom line lease numbers.

    i don't have any specific figures on the civic si - just going on the price that i received at jay honda in bedford after getting competitive quotes on line and again re-confirmed in person with the sales schlep. i recall the price of the si on which the lease was based was around $18,500.

    what i did was use edmonds quote request, got tons of quotes on line and put them against one another. the most upfront dealer got my business. all the others whom i told were way out of the park from the most competitive quote said they'd match the best quote. i simply responded that my loyalty goes to the dealer that is upfront in offering the best, most competitive quote from the get go.

    if you are looking for a WE, i'd get on it soon. i got the last one in the region, but my other lease broker said he could get me whatever i wanted (not so sure about that given the ltd edition). he also quoted $279 w/o tax $0 down
  • bvdj84bvdj84 Member Posts: 1,724
    This is the car I want! I want a red one!

    Though, I am in another lease now for a little under 2 more years... I plan to do what I can to get the car I "want"

    The Wolfsburg offers big bang for the buck. Not to mention its so much fun!
  • CarMan@EdmundsCarMan@Edmunds Member Posts: 38,514
    Hi kellih. Most dealers will play dumb about the available cash incentives any time they can. The less consumers know about the incentives that are available on a particular model, the greater the chance that the gross on the deal will be solid. While this is irritating, I can't say that I blame them. I probably would do the same thing if I was a salesperson.

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  • CarMan@EdmundsCarMan@Edmunds Member Posts: 38,514
    Here you go, ts0673. Volkswagen Credit's current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36 month lease of a 2009 Jetta Sedan SEL with 12,000 miles per year are .00054 and 53%, respectively. The numbers for an otherwise identical lease of an '09 Jetta Wolfsburg are .00139 and 55%.

    When negotiating your lease on the Jetta that you want, make sure to take advantage off the $750 cash incentive that is available on models with automatic transmissions and $1,250 on models with manual trannies.

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  • CarMan@EdmundsCarMan@Edmunds Member Posts: 38,514
    Here's the info that you're looking for, ks_bay. Volkswagen Credit's current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36 month lease of a 2009 Jetta Sedan SE with an automatic transmission and 15,000 miles per year are .00054 and 51%, respectively. If you were to lease with only 12,000 miles per year, this car's residual values would be 2% higher. Make sure to take advantage of the $750 cash incentive that is available on leases of this car right now when negotiating your deal.

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  • CarMan@EdmundsCarMan@Edmunds Member Posts: 38,514
    Hi muddymeat. Congratulations on getting your new Jetta. Thanks for taking the time to share the details of your recent lease with everyone. If you have the time, make sure to stop by the Dealer Ratings & Reviews section of Edmunds.com to share your thoughts on your recent dealer experience as well. Enjoy your new ride!

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  • CarMan@EdmundsCarMan@Edmunds Member Posts: 38,514
    Hi Iron Man. Here's the info that you're looking for.

    Volkswagen Credit's current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36 month lease of a 2009 Jetta Sedan S with 12,000 miles per year are .00117 and 53%, respectively. The numbers for an otherwise identical lease of an '09 Jetta Sedan SE are .00054 and 53%.

    VW is currently providing a $750 cash incentive on leases of '09 Jetta Sedans with automatic transmissions and $1,250 on ones with manual transmissions.

    It also is running a dealer cash stairstep program that provides dealers that hit their sales objectives with $500 per unit.

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  • tonystarks22tonystarks22 Member Posts: 51
    thanks Carman, one last question I dont think my gf qualifies as her credt score is ~690. Do you have any idea what VW Credit tier system is, 700+? 730+ for Tier 1?? Any clue what a 680/690 would get her mf wise??
  • amarin76amarin76 Member Posts: 3
    Car_man, what are the current MF and residuals for a GLI with DSG. Also, are there any other incentives besides the $750 one on this model.

    Thank you,
    Adrian
  • CarMan@EdmundsCarMan@Edmunds Member Posts: 38,514
    Great post, jettasquire. Congrats on getting your new Jetta. Thanks for taking the time to share the details of your lease with everyone. If you have the time, make sure to hop on over to the Dealer Ratings & Reviews section of Edmunds.com to share your thoughts on your recent dealer experience as well. Enjoy your new ride :shades: !

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  • CarMan@EdmundsCarMan@Edmunds Member Posts: 38,514
    Hmmmm good question, tonystarks22. I haven't looked into how VW Credit breaks down its credit tiers lately. I suspect that a credit score of 680-690 would qualify for the best available money factors though.

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  • CarMan@EdmundsCarMan@Edmunds Member Posts: 38,514
    Hi amarin76. VW Credit's current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36 month lease of a 2009 Jetta GLI with 15,000 miles per year are .00074 and 47%, respectively.

    You never mentioned how long you want to lease for or what mileage allowance you need, so I had to make some assumptions. Let me know if you want something different.

    The $750 that's available on leases of Jetta Sedans with automatic transmissions is the only consumer incentive that I am aware of on this car right now.

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