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Car Loan Early Payoff Calculator

Calculate how extra payments can help you pay off your car loan faster. See months saved, interest saved, and a detailed payoff schedule. Check for prepayment penalties before paying extra. No signup required.

Months Saved

See how many months faster you pay off the loan.

Interest Saved

Understand total interest you save.

Payoff Schedule

See updated payoff date and schedule.

Multiple Strategies

Try different extra payment amounts.

Extra Payment

Monthly, yearly, or one-time extra payments.

Refinance Option

Compare to refinancing with our refinance calculator.

Early Loan Payoff Calculator

See how extra payments can accelerate your loan payoff and save money.

Current Loan Details

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Extra Payment

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Interest Saved
$0
Time Saved
10mo
New Payoff
April 2029

Payoff Timeline

Original PayoffFebruary 2030
48 months
New PayoffApril 2029
38 months

Cost Comparison

Original Total Cost$16,800
New Total Cost$16,873
Total Extra Payments$3,800
Total Savings$0

First Year Payment Schedule

MoPaymentPrincipalInterestBalance
1$450$356$94$14,644
2$450$358$92$14,285
3$450$361$89$13,925
4$450$363$87$13,562
5$450$365$85$13,196
6$450$368$82$12,829
7$450$370$80$12,459
8$450$372$78$12,087
9$450$374$76$11,712
10$450$377$73$11,336
11$450$379$71$10,956
12$450$382$68$10,575

Early Payoff Tips

  • Even small extra payments make a big difference over time
  • Put windfalls (tax refunds, bonuses) toward your loan
  • Check that your lender applies extra payments to principal
  • Verify there are no prepayment penalties on your loan

Should You Pay Off Early?

Paying off early saves interest and frees up cash flow. Compare the interest you'd save to what you'd earn elsewhere and any prepayment fees.

  • Check your loan for prepayment penalties
  • If your rate is low (under 5%), investing may earn more
  • Paying off frees up monthly cash flow
  • Use our refinance calculator if rates have dropped

Does Early Payoff Hurt Credit?

It can cause a small, temporary dip because you're closing an account. Long term, less debt is usually better.

If you're about to apply for a mortgage, ask your lender before paying off your car loan early.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this tool

Should I pay off my car loan early?

Paying off early saves interest and frees up cash flow. Compare the interest you’d save to what you’d earn elsewhere (e.g., savings or investments) and any prepayment fees.

Does paying off a car loan early hurt my credit?

It can cause a small, temporary dip because you’re closing an account. Long term, less debt is usually better. If you’re about to apply for a mortgage, ask your lender before paying off early.

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