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Car Loan Early Payout Calculator

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Calculate savings and costs of paying off your car loan early

Free to useNo data storedAI insightsUpdated: February 2026

Thinking of paying off your car loan early? See how much interest you could save with extra payments or a lump sum, and whether any exit fees make it worthwhile.

Enter Your Details

Enter Your Details

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Amount still owing on your car loan

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How many months left on your loan

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Additional amount you can pay each month

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One-time payment you could make now

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Fee for paying off the loan early (if any)

Real-World Examples

Extra $100/month

Maria has $18,000 at 9% with 48 months left, paying $448/month. She adds $100/month extra.

Inputs:

balance:18,000rate:9months:48extra:100
She pays off 11 months early and saves $780 in interest. The extra payments more than pay for themselves.

$5,000 Lump Sum

James owes $25,000 at 8% with 60 months left. He gets a $5,000 bonus.

Inputs:

balance:25,000rate:8months:60lumpSum:5,000
Lump sum cuts 12 months off the loan and saves $1,230 in interest. Great use of the bonus!

Frequently Asked Questions

Glossary

Principal
The original amount borrowed, excluding interest. Extra payments reduce this directly.
Early Exit Fee
A penalty some lenders charge for paying off before the agreed term.
Payout Figure
The total amount needed to pay off your loan in full today, including any accrued interest.

Disclaimer: This calculator provides estimates only and should not be relied upon for financial decisions. Interest rates, fees, and policies change frequently. Always verify information with lenders directly. This is general information, not personal financial advice. Consider seeking advice from a licensed mortgage broker or financial advisor.

Last updated: February 2026

How to Use
  1. Enter your current loan balance
  2. Add your interest rate and monthly payment
  3. Input remaining months on your loan
  4. Try different extra payment amounts or lump sums
  5. Check for any early exit fees
Key Information
  • Extra payments go directly to reducing your principal
  • Small extra amounts can significantly reduce your loan term
  • Some loans have early exit fees - check your contract
  • The earlier you make extra payments, the more you save
Pro Tips
  • Round up your payment to the nearest $50 or $100 for painless extra payments
  • Put tax refunds or bonuses toward your car loan
  • Check if your loan allows unlimited extra payments without fees
  • Consider fortnightly payments instead of monthly (equivalent to 13 payments/year)
Avoid These Mistakes
  • Not checking for early repayment penalties first
  • Paying down a low-rate car loan while having high-rate credit card debt
  • Using emergency savings to pay off the loan
  • Not considering whether the money would grow faster invested
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