To figure out the APR on a car loan, you can contact your lender. They can provide you with details about your loan, including the APR.
If you’d prefer to do it yourself, you can calculate your APR using the following equation:
APR = (((total fees + total interest / principal) / days in the loan term) 365) 100)
Another option is to use Excel and the RATE function. The equation is as follows:
=RATE(number of payments, payment amount, value of loan minus any fees required to get the loan, final value) 12
After completing your calculations, it wouldn’t hurt to check in with your lender. Getting your APR directly from your lender can give you peace of mind and ensure you’re making good financial decisions.
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