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Car Loan Calculator

Want to know how much a car can cost you?

With Shift's car loan calculator, you can find a monthly payment amount that’s doable for you, helping you finance your auto purchase and drive off in the vehicle you want.

Monthly Loan Payment

Total Vehicle Budget

Vehicle Price

$38,235

Down Payment

$10,000

Trade-in value

$8,000

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Summary

Vehicle Price

$38,235

Down Payment & Trade-in

-$18,000

Interest Rate

4.2%

Total Loan Amount

$22,985

Estimated Monthly Payment

$425

How financing works.

Financing your next vehicle allows you to pay slowly over time so that you can keep extra funds in your bank account for other essential obligations.

With Shift's car loan calculator, it’s easy. First, enter the approximate price range of the vehicle or vehicles you’re browsing, along with any planned down payment or vehicle trade-in. With those funds accounted for, you'll know the amount you need to finance.

Next, set the loan length and monthly payment amount, adjusting each until you find the terms that suit you. Using Shift's car loan calculator does not affect your credit score and helps you financially plan for your new-to-you vehicle.

Now with a better idea of what you can afford, you can shop Shift's wide selection of fully inspected pre-owned vehicles located across the country.

What our customers say

Recent Shift reviews

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Thanks for a great car-buying experience!
Everything with Shift was flawless. I opted for the at-home test drive and immediately fell in love with my car. My concierge was knowledgeable and friendly; like talking to an old friend. Not your usual pushy used car salesperson. All terms were easy to understand, all questions answered, and I was left happy with my new purchase.
Rihanna
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Great experience from test-drive to owning...
I had very good experience buying our car with Shift. Finding the car and researching it was easy, after scheduling the test drive, I've been contacted by Daniel to confirm all details. Marcus brought the car to my driveway and let us test-drive it. I did not plan to buy it right away but we liked the car very much and...
Serge
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Overall Great Experience
This was my first time selling a vehicle; I sold my leased car. The entire process from getting a proposal online, setting up an appointment, and completing the evaluation was very simple and clear. My shift advisor was great as well and able to answer all of my questions with clarity. Overall, I would recommend...
Jess
four stars
Great experience from test-drive to owning...
I had very good experience buying our car with Shift. Finding the car and researching it was easy, after scheduling the test drive, I've been contacted by Daniel to confirm all details. Marcus brought the car to my driveway and let us test-drive it. I did not plan to buy it right away but we liked the car very much and...
Serge
five stars
Overall Great Experience
This was my first time selling a vehicle; I sold my leased car. The entire process from getting a proposal online, setting up an appointment, and completing the evaluation was very simple and clear. My shift advisor was great as well and able to answer all of my questions with clarity. Overall, I would recommend...
Jess
five stars
Love This New Way To Buy
This was our first time working with Shift. They were so user friendly! They brought the vehicle we wanted right to our door and we live in a slightly remote area. To top things off there was no sale pressure! NONE! We ended up buying to 4Runner at a very good price and met the next day to do paperwork which took about an hour...
Karan
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FAQ

What's the impact of my credit score on the monthly payment?

Our lenders consider many factors in addition to your credit score. The best way to find out your monthly payment is to find a vehicle you like on our easy-to-use website and apply for financing.

For an estimated monthly payment for a particular vehicle, our online car loan calculator is a great tool. Shift accepts customers of all credit profiles, including those with minimal or poor credit histories.

When is my first payment due?

Your first loan payment is usually due one month after your purchase date. Your lender will contact you before the first payment's due date with information about account set-up, payment options, and more.

What's the term and duration of the loan?

Auto loans typically range from 36 to 84 months, with some going even longer.

How does interest work?

Your interest rate is based on a number of factors, including your credit score, monthly income, loan amount, and down payment amount.

How do you calculate monthly payments?

Your monthly payments are determined by your total loan amount, the term length of the loan,  and interest rate.