Mazda CX-5 Lease Buyout

Hi,

I’m Currently leasing a 2021 Mazda CX-5 and I have 7 months left on the lease with a residual of 21,424 which doesn’t include taxes, registration, etc. I’ve received an offer from Carmax for 26k but that’s at my current mileage and not the amount when my lease ends. I’m assuming the offers will be lower than that towards the end. I really like the CX-5 although I do wish I got a different color but would it be a good financial decision to buy it out when the equity will mostly likely just be near or at my at residual amount after taxes, etc? My current monthly payment is 344 so not sure if I can find a car similar with the same features or better features for that amount.

Thanks

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