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Auto Loan Calculator

Know the real monthly payment before you're at the dealer. Enter the price, your down payment and trade-in, the rate, and the term — and see the payment, loan amount, and total interest.

Quick answer: Your monthly car payment depends on three things: the amount financed, the interest rate (APR), and the loan term in months. The formula is M = P·r(1+r)ⁿ ÷ ((1+r)ⁿ − 1), where r is the monthly rate and n is the number of months. Enter price, down payment, APR, and term to see the exact payment and total interest.
Sticker price before tax.
Cash you put down.
Credit for your current vehicle. Leave 0 if none.
Your state's rate, applied to the price. Leave 0 to skip.
Annual loan rate.
Length of the loan.
Monthly payment
Amount financed
Total interest
Total of payments

Estimate only — principal & interest on the financed amount. Excludes registration, dealer fees, and gap/warranty add-ons, and assumes tax is financed. Confirm the real figures with your lender.

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What drives your car payment

Three things move the monthly number most: the amount financed (price minus down and trade-in), the rate, and the term. A longer term lowers the payment but raises total interest — you pay for the smaller payment.

The longer-term trap

Stretching to 72 months makes the monthly payment look affordable but costs far more interest and keeps you "underwater" longer. Switch the term above to see the trade-off in total interest.

Quick FAQ

How is a car payment calculated?

With the standard loan amortization formula: the financed amount, the monthly rate, and the number of payments determine a fixed monthly figure that pays the loan off over the term. This calculator shows the payment and the total interest.

Should I put more down?

A bigger down payment lowers the amount financed, so it cuts both the payment and total interest — and reduces the risk of owing more than the car is worth. Try raising the down payment above to see the effect.

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More questions

Is the Auto Loan Calculator free to use?

Yes. The Auto Loan Calculator is completely free, runs in your browser, and never asks for a signup, email, or download. Enter your numbers and the result updates instantly.

How accurate is this calculator?

It uses standard formulas and recalculates the moment you change a value, so the math is exact for the inputs you enter. Treat the result as a reliable planning estimate; for decisions with legal or tax consequences, confirm the figures with a qualified professional.

Does it work on my phone?

Yes. The calculator is mobile-friendly and works on any phone, tablet, or computer — there is no app to install and nothing to save.

Can I add this calculator to my own website?

Yes. Scroll to “Add this free calculator to your site” above and copy the embed snippet to place the live calculator on your blog or website for free.

Last reviewed: September 2026. Free to use, no signup — Auto Loan Calculator by ToolWise Digital.

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