How much do lease mileage overage fees cost?

Lease mileage overage fees typically range from $0.15 to $0.30 per mile, with luxury vehicles often charging $0.25-$0.50 per mile. The exact rate is specified in your lease agreement. Going over by 5,000 miles could cost $750-$2,500 depending on your rate.

What happens if I go over my lease mileage?

If you exceed your lease mileage limit, you'll pay an overage fee for each additional mile when you return the vehicle. This fee is multiplied by the number of miles over your limit. Some leases offer mileage forgiveness programs or allow you to purchase additional miles upfront at a discount.

Can I buy extra miles before my lease ends?

Many leasing companies allow you to purchase additional miles before your lease ends, often at a lower rate than the overage fee. Contact your leasing company to ask about pre-purchasing miles. This is typically cheaper than paying overage fees at lease end.

How can I avoid lease mileage overage fees?

To avoid overage fees: track your mileage regularly, plan longer trips carefully, consider carpooling or public transport, work from home when possible, combine errands into single trips, and consider buying extra miles upfront if you know you'll exceed the limit.

Lease Mileage Calculator

Track your lease mileage usage and calculate potential overage fees. Stay informed and avoid expensive surprises at lease end.

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Track Your Lease Mileage

Calculate overage fees and plan your mileage usage

Lease Terms

Enter your lease agreement details

Lease Term (months)

Annual Mileage Allowance

Overage Rate (per mile)

💡 Find these details in your lease agreement or monthly statements. Common rates: $0.15-$0.30 per mile.

Current Usage

Enter your current mileage and time elapsed

Current Mileage

Months Into Lease

Projected Annual Miles

Mileage Analysis

Analysis of your current mileage usage and projections

Total Allowed Miles36,000

Current Mileage8,500

Average Miles/Month708

Projected Final Mileage45,000

Projected Overage9,000 miles

Projected Overage Fees

Estimated costs if you exceed your mileage limit

Estimated Overage Fee

$2,250

Remaining Months24 months

Miles/Month to Stay Under1,146

Mileage Status

Current status and recommendations for your lease mileage

High Risk

Warning! You're on track for a significant overage fee of $2,250. Take action now to reduce driving.

Miles Remaining

27,500

In your allowance

Daily Budget

Miles per day

Cost per Extra Mile

$0.25

Overage rate

✅ Ways to Reduce Mileage:

• Work from home when possible
• Combine errands into single trips
• Use public transportation or rideshare
• Plan efficient routes for long trips
• Consider carpooling for regular commutes

💡 Cost-Saving Options:

• Buy extra miles upfront (usually cheaper)
• Consider lease buyout if significantly over
• Negotiate with dealer for mileage forgiveness
• Look into manufacturer loyalty programs
• Trade in early if overage will be expensive

Quick Overage Scenarios

See what different overage amounts would cost you

1,000 miles over

$250.00

2,500 miles over

$625.00

5,000 miles over

$1,250.00

10,000 miles over

$2,500.00

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