Use this Dodge lease calculator to find the monthly payment, amount due at signing and total cost of leasing a Durango, a new Charger or a Hornet before you visit the dealer.
Dodge has a short lineup built around performance, and that shapes how its leases work. Powerful engines, wide tires and new technology all affect the residual, the insurance and what you might owe when you hand the car back.
Dodge Lease Calculator
Enter the numbers from your Dodge dealer’s lease worksheet, or keep the example values to see how a typical lease works, then press Calculate Lease.
Estimates only. The starting values are an example, not a Dodge offer. Your dealer’s lease worksheet and your lease agreement list the actual MSRP, selling price, residual value, money factor and fees. Changing the term or mileage moves the residual by an estimated amount.
The Dodge Lineup and Leasing
Dodge sells three nameplates today, and each one leases a little differently.
- Hornet: a compact SUV, including a plug-in hybrid version. It is the lowest-priced Dodge, so it usually has the lowest payment.
- Durango: a three-row SUV with V6 and V8 options. It has been on sale for many years, and Dodge often supports it with incentives.
- Charger: the new Charger comes as the electric Charger Daytona and the gas-powered Charger Sixpack. New models can have less predictable residuals, which a lease protects you against.
Running Your Dodge Numbers
- Pick your Dodge. Choose the Charger, Durango or Hornet, or enter another model.
- Enter MSRP and the selling price. MSRP comes from the window sticker. The selling price is what you negotiate.
- Enter the residual and money factor from your lease worksheet.
- Choose the term and miles. Performance cars often get driven more than planned, so be realistic.
- Add money down, fees and tax, then press Calculate Lease.
Calculating a Dodge Lease Payment
A lease payment is depreciation plus a rent charge, plus tax. Depreciation is the adjusted cap cost minus the residual, spread over the months. The rent charge is the cap cost plus the residual, times the money factor. Here is an example for a Durango-sized SUV with a $50,000 MSRP, negotiated to $46,500, with $2,000 down, a 52% residual and a 0.00270 money factor (6.48% APR) over 36 months and 10,000 miles a year, with 7% tax. This is an example only.
| Step | Math | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Adjusted cap cost | $46,500 − $2,000 | $44,500.00 |
| Residual value | $50,000 × 52% | $26,000.00 |
| Monthly depreciation | ($44,500 − $26,000) ÷ 36 | $513.89 |
| Monthly rent charge | ($44,500 + $26,000) × 0.00270 | $190.35 |
| Base payment | $513.89 + $190.35 | $704.24 |
| Payment with 7% tax | $704.24 × 1.07 | $753.54 |
Leasing a Performance Car: What Else to Budget For
The calculator covers the lease itself. A performance Dodge comes with costs the lease does not show:
| Cost | Why it matters on a lease |
|---|---|
| Insurance | Lenders require full coverage, and powerful cars cost more to insure. Get a quote before you sign. |
| Tires | Wide performance tires wear quickly. Tires below the minimum tread at turn-in are charged as excess wear. |
| Wheels | Curb rash on large wheels is one of the most common lease-end charges. |
| Charging | For the Charger Daytona, a home charger is a separate expense. |
If you add tire and wheel coverage to the lease, enter it under other fees so the calculator includes it.
Who Finances Dodge Leases?
Dodge is a Stellantis brand, and its leases are arranged through Stellantis’ lending partners, such as Chrysler Capital and Stellantis Financial Services, or through banks and credit unions. The lender sets the residual, the base money factor and the lease-end terms, including the disposition fee and the purchase option. Ask your dealer which lender is on the quote.
Getting a Good Deal on a Dodge Lease
Negotiate the price first, because the discount off MSRP lowers your payment without changing the residual. Ask about Dodge lease cash and loyalty offers, and compare the money factor with the lender’s base rate for your credit tier. For the Hornet plug-in hybrid and the Charger Daytona, remember that the federal clean vehicle credit ended on September 30, 2025, so any EV savings now come from Dodge or the dealer.
Finally, be realistic about mileage. Performance cars are fun to drive, and miles pile up. Choose a plan that covers your real driving, and use the mileage table above to compare the cost of each plan.
The Four Numbers That Set a Dodge Payment
MSRP
The full sticker price, including destination and options. Performance packages add up quickly.
Selling Price
The price you negotiate. Dodge dealers often discount the Durango and Hornet, and each $1,000 off lowers a 36-month payment by about $30.
Residual Value
The share of MSRP the lender expects the car to be worth at the end. The new Charger’s residuals are still settling, so compare the residual with other cars in its class.
Money Factor
The lease rate as a decimal. Multiply by 2,400 to compare with an APR, and ask the dealer for the base rate for your credit tier.
Sales Tax on a Dodge Lease
Your state sets the rules. Most add tax to each monthly payment. In some states, tax on the entire lease is due at signing; in a few, it is charged on the full price instead. Select the right option in the calculator, because it can change the amount due at signing a great deal.
Lease or Buy a Dodge?
Muscle car fans often keep their cars, and buying makes sense if you plan to modify it or keep it as a collectible. Leasing suits drivers who want a new car every few years, drive a predictable number of miles and prefer a lower monthly payment. For the electric Charger Daytona, leasing also protects you if EV resale values fall.
Leasing a Dodge Durango
The Durango is Dodge’s three-row SUV, available with V6 and V8 engines, including high-performance SRT versions. It has been on sale for many years, and dealers often discount it. Discounts help the lease payment directly, because the residual is based on MSRP. The V8 and SRT versions cost much more, use more fuel and wear their tires faster, so compare the total cost of each version, not just the payment.
Charger Daytona or Charger Sixpack?
The new Charger comes as the electric Daytona and the gas Sixpack with a six-cylinder engine. The electric version’s resale value is harder to predict, which makes a lease attractive, since the lender carries that risk. The federal clean vehicle credit for leases ended on September 30, 2025, so look for Dodge lease cash on the Daytona. Run both through the calculator with the same term and miles.
What Is Due at Signing on a Dodge Lease
Expect the first payment, the acquisition fee, the dealer documentation fee, title and registration, and any down payment. In states that tax leases upfront, tax is added too. Compare the calculator’s Due at Signing figure with the dealer’s.
Insurance on a Leased Performance Car
Insurance on a high-powered car can cost more than the lease payment itself for some drivers. Your lease will require comprehensive and collision coverage and higher liability limits. Get a quote before you sign, and check whether GAP coverage is included.
Leasing a Dodge Hornet
The Hornet is Dodge’s compact SUV, offered with a gas engine and as the R/T plug-in hybrid. The plug-in version costs more but can run on electric power for short trips. With the federal lease credit gone since September 30, 2025, any savings come from Dodge lease cash and dealer discounts, which are common on the Hornet. Compare both versions in the calculator and add your expected fuel savings.
Choosing a Mileage Plan for a Dodge
Pick a plan that covers your real driving. On a 10,000-mile plan, every extra 1,000 miles a year adds about $750 over three years at 25 cents a mile. Buying miles at signing usually costs less, so enter your real yearly miles in the calculator and compare the plans in the results.
Ending a Dodge Lease Early
Ask the lender for a payoff quote. A dealer can buy the car out as part of a trade-in, and if it is worth more than the payoff, the difference can go toward your next car. If you just return it early, expect early termination fees.
Dodge Versus Its Rivals
The Charger competes with the Ford Mustang, and the Durango with three-row SUVs like the Ford Explorer and Chevrolet Traverse. Mustangs tend to hold their value well, while Dodge often uses bigger discounts and lease cash. Run each quote through the calculator with the same term, miles and down payment, and compare the total cost.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which Dodge is cheapest to lease?
The Hornet usually has the lowest payment because it has the lowest price in the lineup. Incentives change monthly, so compare current offers on the Hornet and Durango.
Can I lease the new Dodge Charger?
Yes. Both the electric Charger Daytona and the gas Charger Sixpack can be leased. A lease protects you if resale values for the new models turn out lower than expected.
Who finances Dodge leases?
Dodge leases are arranged through Stellantis’ lending partners, such as Chrysler Capital and Stellantis Financial Services, and sometimes through banks or credit unions.
Is a Durango a good lease?
The Durango often comes with incentives, and a three-row SUV with a known track record can have predictable residuals. Compare the payment and total cost with rivals in the calculator.
What wear charges are common on performance car leases?
Worn tires, curbed wheels, chipped paint and interior wear are the most common. Fixing them before turn-in or adding tire and wheel coverage can lower the bill.
Can I end a Dodge lease early?
Early termination is possible, but the charges in your lease agreement can be high. Selling or trading in the car, or a lease transfer, may cost less.
How is a Dodge lease payment calculated?
Subtract the down payment and rebates from the selling price, subtract the residual and divide by the term for depreciation. The finance part, called the rent charge, is the cap cost plus the residual times the money factor. Tax goes on top.
Can I modify a leased Dodge?
Changes that cannot be undone, like engine tunes or exhaust work, can lead to lease-end charges. Check your lease agreement first.
How many miles should I get on a Dodge lease?
Pick a plan that covers your real yearly driving. Extra miles bought at signing usually cost less than overage at lease end.
Is the Dodge Hornet a good lease?
The Hornet is Dodge’s compact SUV and often has lease offers. Compare its total cost with rivals in the calculator before you decide.
About the Dodge Lease Calculator
This calculator uses the standard formula lenders use for every lease. It does not load live Dodge offers, which change each month, so enter the numbers from your own lease worksheet for the most accurate result.