Calculate monthly car loan payments and total financing cost. Factor in loan amount, interest rate, and loan term for auto financing.
Loan amount
$24,000
🇨🇦 Car Loan Summary
Monthly payment
$475
Loan amount
$24,000
Total interest
$4,514
Total cost of car
$34,514
Car finance in Canada
A car loan calculator lets you work out your monthly auto finance payment before setting foot in a dealership. By entering the vehicle price, your down payment, interest rate, and loan term, you can see your exact monthly commitment and the total cost of financing — keeping you in control of the negotiation in Canada.
Enter the vehicle price and your down payment — the difference is your loan amount. Then input the interest rate and loan term. The calculator shows your monthly payment, total interest, and the total cost of the vehicle including financing. A yearly breakdown helps you track balance reduction.
Financing a car in Canada worth $12,000 with a 20% deposit at 7% over 60 months — use the calculator above for your exact monthly payment. Canadian rates are influenced by the Bank of Canada overnight rate. Mortgage rates are typically fixed for 5-year terms and vary by lender.
Aim for at least 10%–20% of the car price as a down payment. A larger deposit reduces your monthly payments and total interest, and helps avoid being 'underwater' on the loan.
Always compare both. Dealers sometimes offer promotional rates (e.g. 0% for 24 months) but may inflate the vehicle price. Get pre-approved from a bank first so you know your baseline rate.
Canadian rates are influenced by the Bank of Canada overnight rate. Mortgage rates are typically fixed for 5-year terms and vary by lender.
Popular lenders in Canada include RBC, TD Bank, Scotiabank, BMO, CIBC. Always compare rates from multiple providers before committing.