The Bankrate car loan calculator helps you calculate your monthly car loan payment, including the impact of loan amount, interest rate, and loan term. Use it to understand your car loan affordability before making a decision.

Loan Payment Formula

Monthly Payment = Loan Amount × Monthly Interest Rate / (1 – (1 + Monthly Interest Rate)^-Number of Payments)

Example Calculation

$15,000 loan, 5.5% interest, 5 years → Monthly Payment = $285.47

Why It Matters

Understanding your monthly car loan payment helps you plan your budget and avoid taking on an unaffordable loan.

Smart Strategy

Try to shorten the loan term to save money on interest, but make sure the monthly payments fit within your budget.

FAQs

Can I calculate the loan payment before I apply? Yes, you can estimate your monthly payment using the loan amount, interest rate, and term.

How does the loan term affect my monthly payment? A longer loan term will reduce your monthly payment but increase the total interest paid over the life of the loan.

Bankrate Car Loan Calculator