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Secured Fixed Car Loan

Whether you’re after a new or used car, a Secured Car Loan can give you the freedom to make extra repayments and pay it off sooner without being penalised - unlike some dealer finance.

Personal loansBank updated 16 Oct 2026

At a glance

Fixed
15.00%6.83% comparison
Loan size
$5,000 to $100,000
Upfront fee
$225

How it compares

This personal loan in ink, against the best that every other institution publishes for anyone to apply for. Each figure is counted the same way for all of them.

This personal loan: 15.00%Every other institution's lowest, 41 in all

Lowest advertised rate, fixed or variable. One dot per institution, at its lowest car loan rate from a bank or lender anyone can apply for; hover or tap a dot for its name.

RateThis personal loanBest anywhereTypical institutionWhere it sits
Car loan from a bank or lenderLowest advertised rate, fixed or variable15.00%5.74%Westpac's Car Loan6.99%of 42 institutions42nd lowest of 42

Rates

Every rate Great Southern Bank publishes for this personal loan, 12 in all.

TypeApplies toTermBandRateComparisonConditions
DiscountInterest rate is available for customers with Equifax score between 500-549P&I--2.01%--
DiscountInterest rate is available for customers with Equifax score between 550-599P&I--3.01%--
DiscountInterest rate is available for customers with Equifax score between 600-674P&I--4.01%--
DiscountInterest rate is available for customers with Equifax score between 675-799P&I--5.31%--
DiscountInterest rate is available for customers with Equifax score between 800-999P&I--6.81%--
DiscountInterest rate is available for customers with Equifax score between 1000-1200P&I--8.31%--
FixedInterest rate is available for customers with Equifax score between 1000-1200P&I7 yrs fixed-15.00%6.83%-
FixedInterest rate is available for customers with Equifax score between 500-549P&I7 yrs fixed-15.00%13.14%-
FixedInterest rate is available for customers with Equifax score between 550-599P&I7 yrs fixed-15.00%12.14%-
FixedInterest rate is available for customers with Equifax score between 600-674P&I7 yrs fixed-15.00%11.14%-
FixedInterest rate is available for customers with Equifax score between 675-799P&I7 yrs fixed-15.00%9.83%-
FixedInterest rate is available for customers with Equifax score between 800-999P&I7 yrs fixed-15.00%8.33%-

Fees

8 fees published, grouped by when they're charged.

When you take it out2

  • Establishment Fee

    An establishment fee includes the cost of processing the application and the preparation of loan documentation.

    $225capped at $225
  • Security Admin Fee

    Payable upfront when Great Southern Bank needs to register a financial interest in the vehicle that is being secured against the loan.

    $100capped at $100

When particular things happen6

  • Account Information Fee

    Account informaton fee is payable when customer request the following: - An annual audit certificate on a Great Southern Bank account - A copy of a cheque or Visa voucher - Personal information, trac…

    $20
  • Arrears Letter Fee

    Payable where Great Southern Bank sends you a letter in relation to arrears on your account.

    $22
  • Debt Collection Fee

    Costs incurred in the recovery of outstanding debts vary depending on the nature of the default. These costs are applied by the Solicitors or independent contractors engaged to undertake action to re…

    Varies
  • Default Notice Fee

    Default notice fee is payable where Great Southern Bank sends you a default notice in relation to outstanding arrears on your account.

    $33
  • Substitute Security Variation Fee

    Payable if you request, and we agree to re-arrange and/or substitute a security on a personal loan.

    $100capped at $100
  • Telegraphic transfer fee within Australia

    Local telegraphic transfer to an account at a financial institution within Australia. Payable where you request a local telegraphic transfer to an account at a financial institution within Australia.

    $35

Features

RedrawExtra repaymentsDigital banking
  • Available for new and used vehicles up to 7 years old.
  • Flexible repayment options - choose to make either monthly, fortnightly or weekly repayments to suit your income and budget.
  • No penalties for early payout, pay off sooner without being charged a fee.
  • $0 Monthly or annual fees.

Eligibility and limits

  • Minimum age 18
  • Residency: You must be an Australian citizen or Australian resident to hold an account with Great Southern Bank
  • Available to individuals
  • Amount $5,000 to $100,000
  • Applications for Personal Loans are subject to credit approval.

Published by Great Southern Bank under the Consumer Data Right, last changed by them on 16 Oct 2026. Figures are shown as the institution publishes them and can change without notice; confirm on their site before applying. The Finance Algorithm earns nothing from any product listed here.