Car Lease in the Netherlands
When you move to the Netherlands and you need a car to make your life a little easier you can consider leasing a car. In the section we explore your options.
We explore in this section
Benefits of leasing a car
When you need a car to drive the kids around, go to work, do shopping or any other reason you can buy or lease a car. If you are not sitting on a pile of cash, leasing could be the best option. Let’s check the other benefits.
No big splurge
When you need a car and not sitting on a lot of spendable cash you can relax and decide to lease. In most deals you don’t even have to do a down payment.
No unexpected costs
You will lease a new of occasion for a fixed amount. You don’t have to worry about, insurance, road tax, damage, repairs and even winter tires (or summer tires).
Reselling your car
If you want to leave the Netherlands and want to get rid of your car, you don’t have to worry about selling your car on Marktplaats. However if you want to leave the Netherlands before the end of your lease contract, be aware that there can be some complications and it can be difficult and expensive to terminate. If you lose your job normally you are oke.
What are some of the cons of leasing a car in the Netherlands:
Financial obligation
A Car Lease contract normally lasts several years and because of the higher interest can be expensive. Check the details of your contract stating cancelation, if something changes in your life and you need to terminate your lease contract for example when you lose your job, this is not always possible.
KM allowance
Car Lease contracts in the Netherlands will always have a KM allowance. Driving more can be very costly.
KINTO’s flexible car subscription for expats
Do you need a car but do not want to buy one? Or make a commitment for many years with a traditional lease contract? With a KINTO car subscription you can maximize your flexibility without a large upfront investment. Subscribing to a KINTO car is as simple as renting a holiday car, giving you a carefree way to have a car when you need it.
Unlike traditional lease contracts, where you have to commit for several years, KINTO offers flexible minimum contracts of 3, 6, or 9 months. After that, you can keep driving for as long as you like. Or cancel your subscription with just one month notice.
With KINTO, you can enjoy the convenience of driving a reliable car without the hassle of ownership. Our all-inclusive rate covers taxes, all risk insurance, registration, maintenance, and 24/7 roadside assistance. So, you can focus on getting settled in The Netherlands, while we take care of your car needs.
What’s included, and what’s not
Included in Car leasing in the Netherlands is:
- Maintenance and if necessary repairs
- Breakdown assistance, you don’t need triple A
- Motor vehicle tax
- All risk car insurance
What’s excluded
- Fuel for your car
- Traffic fines
- Parking costs
- Cleaning your car
- Be aware that your contract will have KM allowance
Car Lease companies in the Netherlands
You can find car lease deals on the following websites. These companies offer services for English speaking customers.
Drive4joy (Quick and hassle-free access to a car in the Netherlands. Payment with Creditcard)
DirectLease
KINTO (monthly car subscription)
Yourlease
Suzuki Private Lease
Toyota Private Lease
Sixt (short term)