I'm a big fan of leasing. I have such huge fears of breaking down and being stranded, it's well worth it to me(not that you can't break down in a brand new lease car). Of course I'm making payments all the time but I would rather have the security leasing gives me. At the end of the three year period, you have the option to buy the car and you can make up your mind if you want to do that or just get another one. It works for me but leasing is not for everybody. It's more expensive in insurance and you're always making payments. If this isn't for you, go another route. Just my opinion for what it's worth.