Free Auto Loan Tool

Auto Loan Calculator

Estimate your monthly auto loan payment, total interest, and total loan cost based on loan amount,
interest rate, down payment, trade-in value, and loan term.

Calculate Your Auto Loan Payment







Tip: Adjust the vehicle price, down payment, trade-in value, interest rate, loan term, and sales tax to compare different auto loan scenarios.

Estimated Auto Loan Result

Estimated Monthly Payment
$0
Estimated Loan Amount
$0
Total Interest
$0
Total Loan Cost
$0
Loan Term
60 Months
Note: This auto loan calculator provides an estimate only. Actual loan payments may vary based on lender approval, credit score, taxes, fees, insurance, and final financing terms.

How This Auto Loan Calculator Works

This auto loan calculator estimates your monthly vehicle loan payment using the vehicle price, down payment,
trade-in value, estimated sales tax, interest rate, and loan term. It can help you compare different financing
scenarios before shopping for a new or used vehicle.

A higher down payment or trade-in value can reduce the amount you need to finance. A lower interest rate can
reduce your monthly payment and total interest. A longer loan term may lower the monthly payment, but it can
increase the total cost of the loan over time.

Auto Loan Payment Formula

Monthly Payment = P × r × (1 + r)n ÷ ((1 + r)n − 1)

In this formula, P is the estimated loan amount, r is the monthly interest rate, and n is the total number of
monthly payments.

Auto Loan Calculator FAQs

Is this auto loan calculator exact?

No. This tool provides an estimate only. Actual auto loan payments can vary based on lender terms, credit score, taxes, fees, and final vehicle price.

Does a longer auto loan reduce monthly payments?

Usually yes. A longer loan term may lower the monthly payment, but it can increase the total interest paid over the life of the loan.

Does down payment affect auto loan payments?

Yes. A larger down payment reduces the loan amount, which can lower your monthly payment and total interest cost.

Should I include taxes and fees?

Including estimated sales tax gives a more realistic payment estimate. Actual taxes and fees depend on your location and lender.