Car Loan Calculator
Car Loan Summary
Your car loan EMI and cost breakdown
Car Loan Breakdown
What is a Car Loan Calculator?
A car loan calculator is a financial tool that helps you calculate the monthly EMI for your car loan. It takes into account the car price, down payment, loan amount, interest rate, and tenure to give you a clear picture of your monthly financial commitment and total cost of car ownership.
How can a car loan calculator help you?
- Plan your car purchase budget effectively
- Compare different loan options and tenures
- Understand the total cost of car ownership
- Plan your down payment and EMI strategy
- Make informed decisions about car financing
How do car loan calculators work?
Our car loan calculator uses the standard EMI formula:
EMI = P × r × (1 + r)^n / ((1 + r)^n - 1)
Where:
• P = Principal loan amount (Car price - Down payment)
• r = Monthly interest rate (annual rate ÷ 12 ÷ 100)
• n = Total number of months (years × 12)
Key factors in car loan planning:
- Car Price: Total cost of the vehicle including taxes and insurance
- Down Payment: Higher down payment reduces loan amount and EMI
- Interest Rate: Lower rates mean lower total cost and EMI
- Loan Tenure: Longer tenure reduces EMI but increases total interest
- Processing Fees: Additional charges that add to total cost
Car loan tips:
- Aim for at least 20-30% down payment to reduce loan burden
- Compare interest rates from multiple lenders before finalizing
- Consider shorter loan tenures to reduce total interest cost
- Factor in additional costs like insurance, maintenance, and fuel
- Check for prepayment options and penalties
Additional car ownership costs:
- Insurance: Comprehensive and third-party insurance
- Maintenance: Regular servicing and repairs
- Fuel: Monthly fuel expenses based on usage
- Road Tax: Annual road tax and registration
- Parking: Home and office parking charges