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How much interest did I pay on my car loan?

I finally finished paying off my car loan, and it feels incredible. However, I’m curious, how much interest did I pay on my car loan?

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Jack Walsh · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Congratulations! Paying off a
car loan
is a big deal, and it’s only natural to be curious how much it actually cost you in the long run.
If you want to determine how much interest you paid on your car loan, the easiest way is to use an online loan interest calculator. However, if you want to crunch the numbers yourself, you can use the below formula.
A = P x (r(1+r)n)/((1+r)n - 1)
In this formula:
  • A = the monthly payment
  • P = the principal balance
  • r = the interest rate per month
  • n = the loan term length in months
Also, now that your car is no longer financed, don’t forget to review your
car insurance
policy and let your insurer know. While reviewing your policy, you should also compare quotes from multiple companies to ensure you aren’t overpaying.
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