Financially it works out approximately the same either way. Finance fees for the lease could be a bit higher but maybe not if the loan is for 5 years or more.Either way, you pay for the depreciation of the vehicle during the time you have it. With leasing, you pay for the depreciation directly. With a loan, you pay when you sell the car for less than you originally paid (loss to depreciation).Personally, I would lease in this situation. You simply return the car and avoid the the hassle of selling it.That said, my answer here assumes you understand that leasing limits the number of miles you drive and that you must take good care of your vehicle. If you drive more than about 12,000 miles a year, leasing is not a good option.