Close Buying vs Leasing a Volkswagen in Tysons Corner, VA
Do you have a preference when it comes to buying or leasing your Volkswagen? Both options have their distinct advantages that we at Stohlman Volkswagen will touch upon in detail with this guide, but if you still find yourself debating which one makes the most sense for your present situation, then you’ll want to contact our Finance Department for more information.
Buying
When you buy a Volkswagen, you’re taking full ownership of the vehicle without any restrictions or stipulations to limit what you can do with it. And if you choose to go with a financing plan, then each monthly installment that you make will go directly towards you eventually reaching the end goal of owning the car. The long term benefits of acquiring a vehicle this way can’t be understated, as there are no fees to recondition the car for a new buyer, and you’ll have the door open for trading it in at a later date should you feel inclined to do so.
Leasing
With a leasing contract, you can look forward to a much shorter timeline for possessing a vehicle, as you won’t have outright ownership of it. Rather, leasing is essentially like borrowing the car for a set period of time. For Tysons Corner commuters, this is a very viable option for the flexibility that it provides by allowing you to pick from a number of mileage plans and lease end options. And because only new Volkswagen vehicles can be leased, you’ll always find yourself at the helm of a Volkswagen model with the latest technology and hardware.
Which Option Is Right For You?
Don’t rush the process of choosing between financing and leasing. Because each option has benefits, you’ll want to factor them into your current lifestyle to figure out which one makes the most sense. If you’re always on the go and find yourself embarking on far longer journeys than just a quick trip to Lewinsville Park, then going the route of buying a car and taking full ownership is a smart choice, as it comes with a level of security and stability. As for leasing, you’ll likely find your interests more aligned towards this option if you tend to travel less or know that your number of miles driven stays fairly low throughout a calendar year. Most lease contracts last for two to four years and will have you paying a lower monthly installment than if you were to go the route of buying. With that being in mind, we’d love to hear your thoughts on which option seems more in line with your interests at the present moment to help you make the right choice, so contact us today to meet with one of our experts!
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Testimonials
“ The service at the Stohlman location was exceptional. We received attentive, personalized support from the moment we walked in until we drove out with our new car. Mr. Nasir, Mr. Rehman, and Mr. Chris — thank you for your professionalism and for taking the time to answer all our questions. ”
“ Stohlman made the process from start to finish as quick and easy as possible. Jay was a pleasure to work with and was beyond helpful. I love my Tiguan and look forward to work with Stohlman throughout my VW journey! ”
“ My husband and I had a fabulous experience working with Avnish Bhatt. From the moment we arrived, he was incredibly professional, patient,and extremely knowledgeable about the vehicle we were interested in. He took time to answer our questions and made the entire process smooth and stress-free. I truly appreciate his dedication and would highly recommend Avnish and the Stohlman Volkswagen team to anyone looking for a great car-buying experience! ”
“ Terrific car buying experience. Actually completely pain-free thanks to D’Wight, Harry, Marc, Nasir and the Costco program. D’Wight was super knowledgeable, helpful, transparent, responsive and accommodating, especially to our random drop-ins to test drive. They even helped us with rides to and from the dealership when our rental car had to get returned. Couldn’t ask for a better experience - big thank you to D’Wight and the team!! ”
“ I had a wonderful experience at Stohlman. From the very beginning of my shopping experience, sales manager Nasir was attentive to what I wanted, communicative, and made the extra effort to secure the elusive color and trim that I had my heart set on. I ultimately purchased with Stohlman over another area dealer because of the excellent level of service I received. Sales consultant Mujeeb was also incredibly helpful and made the day of delivery really smooth for me and my family. ”
“ Nasir and Elvan were very helpful ”
“ Awesome customer service! The entire purchase process was streamline and particularly smooth. Nasir did fantastic on the price, Jay was super knowledgeable and great customer service and Harry made things fast and easy in finance! My 5th purchase here over the years and would definitely recommend the Stohlman Automotive group for new or pre-owned vehicle. ”
“ Was looking for a Tiguan and as a first time car leaser, Marc and Jay made the process very breezy. They were always communicative and gave the best possible service they could. ”
“ Fast and fair. Longtime customer and always had a great experience with Stohlman. ”
“ Kaylee in service is INCREDIBLE! She is extremely efficient, very professional, and a true gem in customer service! We love how she makes certain all of our needs are met at this VW location she is highly recommended!! ”
“ Absolutely great business done with an amazing customer service from Jay Gibson and Danny at Stohlman Volkswagen of Tyson. Very professional, great attitude and absolutely fantastic experience with them. Very happy to do business with them and definitely look forward to working with them again. ”
“ The quickest and easiest time I’ve ever bought a car. ”
“ Leaving a positive review for the Service team. They were incredibly insightful when I went to get my car serviced there. They spotted problems I suspected existed with my Tiguan that no other mechanic could find (and I had given up on), and also advised me as to what wasn't worth fixing given my cars advanced age and miles. Mike and Sam especially helped me out and gave me peace of mind. ”
“ Great experience shopping for my new car this week. I got my old Taos serviced here before I made a new purchase to a Tiguan, and let me tell you. The service is unmatched, from getting maintenance scheduled with loaners, from the sales team and the car buying experience. It makes the whole process less daunting when you’re getting great service. Thanks Stohlman!! ”
“ Excellent experience upgrading my lease! Nasir and his team negotiated the terms in a very straightforward way. ”
“ best experience ever in a dealership when my car broke down and were only gonna be 3 days in the city, they took care of the car in less than 6 hrs without a penny even though the vehicle was over 3 year warranty period and handed over with utmost care. Couldn't recommend this place more to anyone! ”
“ Romario Williams displayed excellent customer service and very knowledgeable about the various features of the vehicle I selected. Harry Sagong, was also very nice, knowledgeable and patient, while informing me of the financial and the warranty/maintenence packages available which made this process very easy. I will definitely recommend this dealership, specifically Romario Williams. ”
“ Team effort. Everyone who assisted made me and my daughter feel extremely comfortable. Very professional and no pressure. Although my wife was not with us, Mr. Williams (Romario) answered all of her questions over the phone and went to confirm everything with management. The overall experience was amazing and we look forward to continuing to do business with the Stohlman team. ”
“ We had a great experience at Stohlman VW. My car died all of the sudden last week and we had little time to look for a new car during the week. We were on a mission to fine a new car and Stohlman understood the assignment. After test driving many vehicles, we found one that fit our needs. Want to say Wali was extremely pleasant to work with and would highly recommend him as a salesman there. Marc the manager was very accommodating and the finance guy Mr Kim. Made the buying process extremely smooth. I want to thank all the folks at Stohlman for making my purchase experience great. ”
“ I highly recommend Stohlman automotive. Mujeeb was a great sales rep who Made the process of selecting my perfect vehicle fun and easy. He is kind and responsive - go see Mujeeb for your next VW! ”
“ About the best VW dealership in the area. ”
“ The standard fair for a dealership. They had what I needed and respected my time. It was not an all day affair over a dollar. I put more trust in them than a lot of other dealers. Drove by 3 other dealerships to buy here. Worth it in my book. ”
“ This is a fabulous Volkswagen dealership. It is the second one I’ve experienced in the DMV area. I previously bought from another VW dealership but found this one to be better. I did a TON of research and let me tell you, you cannot go wrong with this dealership. The people here really care. Sean Morrison is an exceptional salesman. I can’t recommend him enough. ”
“ They were very helpful. Clearly explained various features of the vehicle. Very happy with the vehicle and sales team that helped me. ”
“ I had a great experience working with Romario Williams. From the moment I walked in, he was professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely focused on helping me find the right car—not just making a sale. He took the time to answer all my questions, explained every detail clearly, and made the entire process smooth and stress-free. What stood out most was his honesty and patience. He never pressured me and made sure I was comfortable with my decision. His customer service went above and beyond, and I truly felt valued throughout the entire experience. I highly recommend Romario Williams to anyone looking for a reliable and trustworthy car salesman. I would definitely come back for my next vehicle purchase. ”
“ The leasing process was a great deal of fun thanks to the gentlemen who helped! ”
“ Sales and finance Took the time to understand my needs, we’re very professional, and provided a great customer experience ”
“ Stohlman was courteous and professional from the first call until I drove away in my new hot ride! It was a no pressure, completely transparent car buying experience that respected my time and decisions and helped me regain confidence in customer service from dealerships. This is the only VW dealer I will use again!! ”
“ Sean Morris made the entire process wonderful and personal and very different from the usual car-buying experience. I highly recommend working with him at Stohlman. ”
“ I had a great experience leasing my car from Stohlman Automotive at Vienna office. Mujeeb was incredibly kind, patient, and helpful throughout the entire process, taking the time to answer all our questions and making everything smooth and stress-free, thanks to his guidance, we were able to get a very nice car at a truly reasonable price, and I really appreciate his professionalism and support, highly recommend working with him! ”
“ Romario at Stohlman Subaru car dealership is exceptional! He was incredibly friendly and helpful throughout our visit. What truly stood out was his consistent, professional follow-up after we left without a purchase. His dedication and low-pressure approach made all the difference. I highly recommend Romario for an stress-free car-buying experience! ”
“ I had a fabulous experience buying my new Atlas Se with Tech 2026. The entire team at Stohlman Volkswagen was amazing. A special shout out to Sean Morris, who explained the great features that Atlas SE with tech has and boy I fell in love with the car right after my test drive. Since I wanted a good deal, I spent a lot of time negotiating and asking a TON of questions, but Sean and Mark (the Manager) were extremely patient and actually helped me decide between financing or leasing the car. At Stohlman, you are sure to be treated like family <3 Thank you all for making this experience a special one for me! ”
“ I can’t say enough great things about my experience here! I was so not looking forward to buying a new car after my car got totaled but found a Subaru Impreza online and my fiance and I booked a test drive. Right off the bat, Wail made us feel so comfortable and taken care off. He’s so knowledgeable, personable, and his kindness and sincerity shown through from the initial text I got confirming my appointment, all the way to when he showed me the features of my new car before I drove it off the lot. I was the easiest decision I’ve ever made to purchase something and I never once felt forced into buying or like my needs weren’t heard/met. Ax, who helped me with the financial logistics, mentioned when meeting me that it was his first day working at this specific dealership. If he hadn’t had mentioned it, I would have NEVER known - because he worked hard to get me the best deals, lay out all of my options clearly and concisely, and get me to the purchase finish line with zero stress. He didn’t have a business card yet, so instead wrote out his contact information and told me to call him if I ever had any questions. Behind the scenes of this, the team worked to get my new license plate and decals all squared away and get the car polished and cleaned. All I had to do when leaving was grab the keys and drive home. Thank you Wail and Ax for being so personable and bringing so much humanity and kindness to the car buying experience. My fiance and I will absolutely be back one day! ”
“ Leased a 2025 VW Atlas R here and had a good hassle free experience. They moved some numbers around to make the deal work helping me flip out of an old lease early. Took a bit longer than I would have liked but it was a Saturday and it was packed so can't complain too much there. ”
“ Larry the finance director was extremely professional and explained everything clearly, making the process very easy when financing my car! ”
“ Service representative very kind, professional, and informative. Service was quick. Thank you Stohlman! ”
“ Appreciated Sean for helping to find me the new car I was looking for! ”
“ Came in late, bout an hour or so before close to look at a specific car. All of the staff were amazing from the sales guy, the managers he spoke to, the finance guy, and everyone else who helped me roll off the lot with my car that day. Cant recommend them enough ”