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A novated lease allows salary sacrifice arrangements where lease payments are deducted from pre-tax salary, providing significant tax benefits.
The employer leases the vehicle, your employee agrees to meet lease obligations, reducing your taxable income.
Tip: Novated leases are highly tax-efficient for employees in higher tax brackets and those with high annual running costs.
A novated lease is a three-way agreement between you, your employer, and a finance company. Your employer deducts lease payments from your pre-tax salary (salary sacrifice), reducing your taxable income. You also save GST on the car purchase and running costs.
Savings depend on your income, tax bracket, and the vehicle price. Typically, you can save 20-40% compared to buying outright with after-tax dollars. Higher income earners in higher tax brackets save more due to greater tax benefits.
If you leave your employer, the lease can be novated to your new employer, you can continue making payments personally, or in some cases, you can pay out the lease early. Most novated lease providers help manage this transition smoothly.
Important Disclaimer & Assumptions
Assumptions: Salary packaging savings depend on your marginal tax rate and employer participation. FBT implications vary by calculation method. Running cost estimates are averages — actual costs depend on vehicle type and usage. Residual values are set by ATO guidelines.
General Disclaimer: This calculator is provided by Mortgage & Finance Advisory (Credit Representative 575841 of Connective Credit Services Pty Ltd, Australian Credit Licence 389328) for illustrative and educational purposes only. Results are estimates based on the information you provide and the assumptions listed above. They do not constitute financial advice, a loan offer, or a guarantee of any outcome.
Actual loan terms, interest rates, fees, government charges, and eligibility criteria will vary between lenders and depend on your individual circumstances. Interest rates used are for comparison purposes only and may not reflect current market rates.
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