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Car Loan & Auto Finance Calculator

Calculate the monthly payment on a new or used car loan in any of 34 countries, with local down-payment and maximum-tenure rules applied. Enter the amount, rate and term to see your payment and total cost.

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Monthly installment$1,603
Financed$80,000
Total markup / interest$16,182
Total payable$96,182
Calculated live on this page · reference rates June 2026. Open the full tool →

Choose your country for local rates

Rates, currency and rules differ everywhere. Open the car loan / auto finance calculator tuned to your country:

How a car loan is calculated

A car loan uses the same reducing-balance formula as a mortgage — P × r × (1+r)n ÷ ((1+r)n − 1) — applied to the amount you finance (car price minus your down payment). Some markets quote a “flat rate” instead; the reducing-balance equivalent is usually roughly double the flat number.

Depreciation is the hidden cost

Unlike a home, a car loses value — typically 15–25% in the first year and about 40–50% over three years. Borrowing heavily over a long term for a depreciating asset is one of the most expensive forms of common debt. A larger down payment (20%+) and a shorter term keep you from owing more than the car is worth.

Rates and rules vary widely

Auto-loan rates and maximum tenures are regulated differently everywhere — from ~3–5% in the Gulf and East Asia to 25%+ in high-inflation markets. Captive lenders (Toyota Financial, Ford Credit) often beat banks on promotional rates. Pick your country below for realistic local defaults.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much down payment do I need?
Most experts recommend at least 20% to avoid being “upside-down” (owing more than the car is worth). Some countries set legal minimums; the calculator applies local rules when you pick your country.
New or used — does the rate differ?
Yes. Used-car loans usually carry a higher rate and a shorter maximum term than new-car loans, because the collateral depreciates faster.
Does this work for my country?
Yes — choose your country below for localized rates, currency and tenure rules across 34 countries. Not listed? Enter your own rate manually.

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