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Car Loan Repayment Calculator

Car loan repayment calculator to estimate repayments, total interest payable, compare rates, consider loan options.

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DISCLAIMER: This calculator comparison chart is provided for general reference purposes only. It is not in any way intended as a loan application, it is not a quote for finance or any indication that an application has been received or approved. The repayments quoted may not include all the fees and charges that may be applicable. The interest rates and the repayments displayed do not account for any conditions pertaining to your individual loan application. Therefore, the interest rate and repayment you may be offered may vary from the amount shown.

How is car loan interest calculated?

Our calculation device empowers vehicle buyers to get their own finance estimates, compare their options and support decision making. Find out how much your loan will cost each month, bi-weekly, or each week, for different borrowing amounts. Find out how much total interest you will be paying on a loan at different rates, for different amounts, and over different repayment terms. The device is an amortisation calculator in that it spreads the repayment of the amount borrowed and the interest over the term of the loan. Repayments reduce both the principal, and the interest payable. As more repayments are finalised, the less is owed on the loan. The total amount of interest payable on a loan is determined by the interest rate, the loan amount and the term of the loan. Buyers can work out the total interest they would pay on different amounts at different rates over different terms, using the calculator.

For example, a $30,000 car loan at an interest rate of 6.75%, taken over 5 years, attracts monthly repayments of $591 pm. The total interest payable on that loan is $5430.

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How to use our Car Loan Calculator

Our calculation device is quick and easy to use. Select your preferences and the complex calculations are made for you. Get repayment estimates on different terms and schedules and understand the total cost of your loan. Select the type of loan, input our current interest rate or another rate, your preferred repayment term and schedule. The results are displayed with how much each payment will be, the total interest payable on the loan and the total repayments. Change the values to estimate another loan. Contact Jade for a quote based on your specific profile.

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Choose Loan Type

Select the type of loan required from the menu. Secured, Unsecured and Green loans are available for private buyers. Secured loans use the vehicle as the loan collateral. Unsecured loans do not require security. Green loans are for low emission vehicles. Chattel Mortgage, Lease and Hire Purchase are available for business buyers.

Borrowing Amount

The total amount you can borrow is your credit limit. It is determined by lenders based on individual financials and credit scores. No deposit finance is available, subject to approval. Enter your preferred loan total, including car accessories and registration, to get repayment estimates. Change the amount to consider making a deposit or buying a different-priced car. Contact Jade for your specific borrowing limit.

Interest Rate

Interest rates vary with different loan types and the individual rate offered depends on individual credit profiles, financial position, condition of used vehicles and borrowing amounts. Use the Jade current rate as a guide to calculate estimates or enter a rate representative of your credit position. To have your best rate sourced, request a quote from Jade.

Loan Terms

The term is the time you have to repay the loan. Terms of 1-7 years are available. The term affects the payments and total interest. Shorter terms mean higher payments but less total interest. Longer terms mean lower payments but higher total interest. Change the term to set your preference and compare your options.

Total Interest

The calculator displays the total amount of interest which will accrue on your loan over the repayment term. This is significant as it reflects the real cost of the vehicle purchase. Varying the borrowing total, interest rate, repayment schedule, and loan term, changes the total interest. Decide which combination works best for your budget.

Repayment Schedule

Car loans can be repaid weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly. Enter the repayment frequency that works best with your budget and income cycle. The schedule is important as it can affect your cash flow and affects the total interest on the loan. More frequent payments reduce the amount owed faster with less interest payable.

How to Compare Our Competitive Car Finance Rates, Get Quick Repayment Estimates

Securing the lowest interest rate on your motor vehicle finance reduces the interest payable and the overall outlay for the vehicle. We assist borrowers to secure their best rate in the market to match their profile, through our accreditations with more than 80 lenders. Every rate is individually sourced by our brokers, with the most suitable lender selected to ensure the most competitive rate, and the most affordable, workable motor vehicle finance is secured. Compare our current rates with others and contact us for your best rate.

  • Quickly calculate total interest on your loan.
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What are the types of car loans?

Our versatile calculator can be used for all types of car loans. For private buyers these are Secured Car Loan and Unsecured Personal Loans. Secured loans are used for new and good condition used vehicles where the car is accepted as loan collateral. Unsecured Loans require no collateral and may suit some used car buyers. Business buyers can select from Lease, Chattel Mortgage and Commercial Hire Purchase. ‘Green Loans’ may be available through selected lenders for electric and low emission vehicles. Use the interest rate applicable to the loan type required in the calculator, to estimate repayments and interest.

Our car loan calculator allows borrowers to find the best possible finance for their specific needs and requirements.

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  • Option to choose fixed or variable interest rate.
  • Loan terms of 1 to 7 years available.
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How does the borrowing affect the loan?

How much you are approved to borrow is known as your credit limit. It is determined by the lender’s assessment of your borrowing history, income and expenses, personal circumstances, and if the vehicle being financed is used as loan collateral. Some borrowers can be approved for no deposit finance – borrowing 100% of the vehicle purchase price. A larger loan amount will result in a higher total interest payable, larger repayments and may affect the rate offer.

Deposits and trade-ins can reduce the loan amount required and the repayments and interest payable. For example: reducing a $50,000 loan principal by $10,000 with a trade-in or deposit, leaves a loan amount of $40,000. At an interest rate of 6.75% over 5 years, this can reduce total interest payable from $9050 to $7240. Consider your options by using our finance calculator to estimate your loan.

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How much can you borrow?

Most lenders will approve vehicle finance from $10,000 to $150,000. The specific amount an individual borrower is approved to borrow is known as their credit limit. Lenders will determine how much they will extend to a borrower by assessing their personal financials including income and expenses, their borrowing history, credit score, and the type of loan requested – secured or unsecured. While lenders do determine credit limits, borrowers can take steps to reduce their repayments and interest payable with the amount of their loan. To quickly check your eligibility and find out your credit limit connect with the Jade Finance experts.

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What is total principal, payments, interest?

When applying for credit, understanding the terms used by the lending sector can be important to achieving your most workable finance solution. The principal is the amount being borrowed. This is the loan amount entered in the calculator. Interest is the cost of using the lender’s funds to purchase a motor vehicle and is represented by the interest rate. The longer a borrower takes to repay a loan – the term, and the larger the principal, the more interest will be charged on the loan. This is the total interest payable.

The calculator displays the total amount payable over the full term at the rate entered. The repayment is the amount a borrower pays to the lender on a set schedule. Repayments may be on a weekly, bi-weekly or monthly basis. The total repayments figure shown is how much the borrower will be paying for the loan. That is, the principal plus the interest. Knowing what these terms mean for your specific loan, may enable you to establish your preferences to work with your budget.

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What is the car loan interest rate?

Interest rates are essentially an assessment of risk of lending to an applicant for specific goods. Lenders assess risk when establishing their rates. This results in interest rates for car finance varying with:- loan types; different banks and non-bank lenders; new, used and green cars; fixed and variable rates; the amount being borrowed; and the credit profile of the borrower. The interest rate is expressed as a percentage per annum (per year). It is the price a lender charges to borrow funds from them. Lenders typically display their best rates based on finance for new cars to borrowers with a good credit profile. Secured loans attract lower rates than unsecured loans because the lender has the funds secured with the car as collateral. Fixed rates will not change over the term. Variable rates can change if a lender changes their rate for that lending product.

The interest payable is included in the repayments shown on the calculator, and the total interest is spread over the number of payments. As the payments are made, the total amount owed on the principal and the interest decreases. Your Jade brokers will be sourcing your best rates, but the rate a lender will offer will depend on your personal circumstances.

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What determines your interest rate?

Credit providers, including Jade, display their current best interest rates. These are based on loans for new cars to applicants with a good credit score. The rate that individual loan applicants are offered will depend on the loan amount, individual credit scores, the type of loan, the term and the individual policies and guidelines of the lender.

Rates vary with individual lender guidelines, policies and approval criteria. Jade Finance brokers will be working in your best interest to secure you the lowest interest rates currently available in the market.

  • Calculate monthly, fortnightly, weekly repayments.
  • Calculate total interest payable on your loan.
  • Calculate estimates for all total loan amounts.

How do repayments frequency, terms affect the loan?

Lenders offer motor vehicle finance over terms of 1 to 7 years. The term will determine the amount of each repayment and the total interest payable. The shorter the term, the larger each repayment will be, but the loan will be finalised sooner. The longer the term, the smaller each repayment and it will take longer to wholly own the vehicle. Borrowers can request their preferred term, but lenders will include approval of the term when assessing the application. Payment intervals may be on a weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly basis. Loan applicants can select the repayment schedule that best suits their budget and income cycle. To see how the finance term affects your loan, use the calculator to see repayments based on different terms.

For example, a $30,000 loan at 6.75% with a term of 4 years involves monthly repayments of $715. A $30,000 loan at 6.75% with a term of 5 years involves monthly repayments of $591. Some loans may include a balloon which reduces the repayments and is payable as a lump sum after the final scheduled repayment is finalised.

Our flexible, easy-to-use Car Repayment Calculator serves as your Loan Estimator, Showing interest computed across secured & unsecured credit for either business or personal loan options.

  • Calculate total interest on different loan amounts, terms.
  • Plan preferred terms, repayment schedules.
  • Compare repayments on different makes and models.
  • Make decisions with deposits, loan principal.
  • Suitable for all motor vehicle credit products.

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Car Finance Calculator FAQs

We have attempted to set out our car finance calculator in an easy to follow and easy to use format. But we appreciate that users may still have doubts and questions around using this function. It can be a very useful resource in both selecting your vehicle and structuring you finance. We want you to feel confident in using this facility so we have provided responses to some typical queries which some people may have. If you have another question which is not addressed here, please reach out to our consultants at 1300 000 008.

  • Total interest payable on a car loan can be calculated using an online calculation device. When the values for the loan are entered, the device displays the total interest for a loan of that value over the term entered at the rate entered.

  • Lenders approve $10,000 to $150,000 for car loans. The credit limit of an individual is determined by the lender assessment of the credit profile, financials and application specifics.

  • Vehicle finance rates are determined by lenders individually for different products and for different borrowers based on their individual profiles, credit scores, financials, and loan amounts.

  • Vehicle finance rates vary across the lending market. Rates offered by individual lenders can vary at different times, depending on market trends, their operational costs, and economic forecasts. Both banks and non-bank lenders can be competitive.

  • Vehicle finance repayments can be estimated using an online finance calculator. These devices are provided by lenders and brokers.

  • Borrowing capacity is determined by lenders. The applicant is assessed for financials, income, expenses, borrowing history, credit score and the type of loan requested.

  • An online calculator provides estimates only. The results do not include lender fees and charges. The quote may differ because you have not been offered the interest rate you used with the calculator.

  • Vehicle finance terms are available for 1-7 years. To get estimates, calculator users can select their preferred term.

  • All types of credit facilities – personal and commercial, can be estimated with an online vehicle finance calculation device. The appropriate interest rate should be used.

  • Online calculators can have the capacity to calculate repayments based on a weekly, fortnightly or monthly schedule. Users select their preference.

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