Car Loan Calculator — Calculate Your Monthly Car Payments

Car Loan Calculator

Calculate your monthly car loan payments. Understand how loan amount, interest rate, and loan term affect your monthly expenses and total loan cost.

Step 1: Loan Details

20%
5 years
5.5%

Understanding Loan Terms

Shorter loan terms typically have higher monthly payments but lower total interest costs. Longer terms reduce monthly payments but increase the total interest paid over the life of the loan.

Step 2: Additional Details

6%

About Interest Rates

Your credit score significantly impacts the interest rate you’ll receive. Higher credit scores typically qualify for lower interest rates, which can save you thousands over the life of your loan.

Loan Payment Results

Summary
Loan Comparison
Payment Analysis

Estimated Monthly Payment

$420.76
60 monthly payments
Total Loan Amount
$20,000
Total Interest
$2,245.60
Total Cost
$25,245.60
Payoff Date
May 2028

Loan Term Comparison

Loan Term Monthly Payment Total Interest Total Cost Interest Savings

Payment Breakdown

Loan Payment Formula

Monthly Payment = P × [r(1+r)^n] / [(1+r)^n – 1]

Where P is the principal loan amount, r is the monthly interest rate (annual rate divided by 12), and n is the number of monthly payments (loan term in years × 12).

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