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Consumer research and ratings firm J.D. Power has released its August auto sales forecast, and the trends aren’t looking spectacular for the industry: Sales will continue to fall, and vehicles will sit longer on dealers’ lots than at any time since July 2009, despite big discounts for buyers. And with dealers offering even bigger savings during Labor Day weekend, especially on older models, potential buyers will certainly be asking: Is now a good time to purchase a car?
At the moment, the market appears to be tilting in favor of the consumer. But it’s worth looking more deeply at the specs. Should buyers apply for financing from banks, credit unions or manufacturers? Which manufacturers offer the best financing and leasing terms? How do interest rates compare for new versus used vehicles?
WalletHub’s analysts answer these questions and more below, based on a detailed analysis of financing offers from a diverse group of more than 150 lenders. The data provided in this report, along with our panel discussion featuring industry experts, will help you make an informed decision. Read on for our findings.
- Key Findings
- Who Offers the Best Rates?
- Rates Over Time
- Excellent vs. Fair Credit Score
- Manufacturer Transparency
- Debt Levels Over Time
- Ask the Experts
- Methodology
- Historical Data
- Interest rates for new cars are at their lowest point in the past three years. However, the average new-car loan now charges 16 percent less interest than the average used-car loan.
- Now is the time for people with excellent credit to buy used cars. The average interest rate for such buyers has fallen nearly 25 percent since Q3 2014.
- Overall, buyers who have fair credit will end up spending about five times more to finance a vehicle than someone with excellent credit, which equates to $6,282 in additional interest payments over the life of a $20,000, five-year loan.
- Consumers in the market for a new car should start their search for financing with car manufacturers (rates 44 percent below average) and credit unions (21 percent below average). National banks (10 percent above average) and regional banks (25 percent above average) should be secondary options.
- Car manufacturers continue to lack transparency when it comes to leasing offers, with the average one receiving a WalletHub Transparency Score of 4.5 out of 10. The most transparent manufacturers currently include Infiniti, Mini, BMW, Mercedes, Honda, Volkswagen, Kia, Toyota, Nissan and Hyundai, but even they registered only a 6-point rating.
- Toyota, Volkswagen, Hyundai, Kia, Mazda, Ford and Cadillac offer the lowest financing rates among the major car manufacturers surveyed by WalletHub. Kia, Jaguar, Ford, Infiniti, Acura, Hyundai and Toyota have the best leasing offers.
Note: Above data is based on a 36-month term.
Financing Offers by Car ManufacturerIt is important for consumers to understand that car-dealership financing offers may originate from the financing arm of a car manufacturer or from a third-party financial institution. The following offers reflect financing available directly from car manufacturers’ financing arms.
|
Car Manufacturer |
Financing APR Q3 2017 |
Lease APR (inferred interest rate) Q3 2017 |
|---|---|---|
| Honda | 0.90% | 4.76% |
| Toyota | 0.00% | 3.97% |
| Volkswagen | 0.00% | 4.87% |
| Chevrolet | 2.99% | 6.28% |
| BMW | 3.29% | 4.74% |
| Nissan | 3.99% | 5.61% |
| Hyundai | 0.00% | 2.93% |
| Kia | 0.00% | 2.34% |
| Mazda | 0.00% | 4.96% |
| Acura | 0.90% | 2.86% |
| Ford | 0.00% | 2.58% |
| Audi | 3.99% | 4.58% |
| Infiniti | 1.90% | 2.75% |
| Mini | 2.90% | 7.95% |
| Lexus | 2.99% | 4.97% |
| Mercedes | 4.90% | 5.46% |
| Jaguar | 1.90% | 2.35% |
| Cadillac | 0.00% | 4.37% |
| Volvo | 2.49% | 5.20% |
| Average | 1.74% | 4.40% |
Note: Above data are based on a 36-month term. The APRs presented for the financing and lease programs of the car manufactures are informational only. The actual obtainable values are based on various factors, including the borrower’s creditworthiness, income, location of residence, promotional programs and even negotiation skills. Make sure to always check upfront with a dealer about the availability of any discounts for particular groups (e.g., military personnel with USAA membership) that you might qualify for and any other costs/restrictions that may be imposed, especially in the case of lease contracts.
Rates Over TimeNote: Above data is based on a 36-month term.
Excellent vs Fair Credit ScoreNote: Above data reflects a $20,000 five-year loan for a new car with a fixed interest rate, using WalletHub’s interest rate data from Q3 2017.
Manufacturer TransparencyLeasing offers are the most difficult type of car-purchasing arrangement for consumers to understand, as they lack the equivalent of an APR that can be used for comparison. As a result, the transparency of manufacturers about these deals is integral to a consumer’s ability to make an informed decision.
|
Manufacturer |
Transp. Score Q3 2017 |
Manufacturer |
Transp. Score Q3 2017 |
|
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Infiniti | 6 | Acura | 5 | |
| Mini | 6 | Subaru | 5 | |
| BMW | 6 | Ford | 3 | |
| Mercedes | 6 | Dodge | 3 | |
| Honda | 6 | Audi | 3 | |
| Volkswagen | 6 | Volvo | 3 | |
| Kia | 6 | Lexus | 3 | |
| Toyota | 6 | Chrysler | 3 | |
| Nissan | 6 | Buick | 2 | |
| Hyundai | 6 | Cadillac | 2 | |
| Mazda | 5 | Chevrolet | 2 |
Source: Federal Reserve Bank of New York
Source: Federal Reserve Bank of New York
Source: Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis
Source: Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis
Ask the ExpertsIf you aren’t carefully monitoring the trends in car sales, you might price yourself out of a good deal — or buy at the wrong time. For additional insight into the car-buying process and related issues, we asked a panel of experts to weigh in with their thoughts on the following key questions:
- On a scale of 1 (an emphatic no) to 10 (an emphatic yes), is this a good time of year to buy a car?
- Do you expect auto financing deals to improve/get worse/stay the same over the next 12 months?
- What steps can buyers and dealers take to make the car buying process more transparent and hassle-free?
- What tips do you have for individuals with fair or poor credit who are looking for an auto loan?
- What are some signs that you may be getting ripped off in the auto-financing process?
Qingjiu (Tom) Tao Assistant Professor at James Madison University
Nonna Y. Sorokina Assistant Professor of Finance in the Department of Finance at The College of New Jersey
Lucy Ackert Professor of Economics, Finance, & Quantitative Analysis in the Coles College of Business at the Kennesaw State University
Janell D. Townsend Associate Professor of Marketing and International Business at Oakland University
James Farrell Associate Professor of Finance and Economics at Florida Southern College
Dick Canada Senior Lecturer of Marketing and Founder & Faculty at the Center for Global Sales Leadership in the Kelley School of Business at Indiana University
Dennis F. Galletta Professor of Business Administration, Ben L. Fryrear Faculty Fellow and Director of the Katz Doctoral Program in the Katz Graduate School of Business at University of Pittsburgh
Claudiu Dimofte Associate Professor of Marketing in the Fowler College of Business at San Diego State University
Nelson Amaral Assistant Professor of Marketing in the Kogod School of Business at American University
On a scale of 1 (an emphatic no) to 10 (an emphatic yes), is this a good time of year to buy a car? This is not a good time of year to buy a car, spring is typically hard to get good deals. It will be 1. Do you expect auto financing deals to improve/get worse/stay the same over the next 12 months? Given the trend of rate hike from Fed, I expect the rate will go up/financing deals will get worse over the next 12 months. What steps can buyers and dealers take to make the car buying process more transparent and hassle free? Buyers will have to rely on third party information providers like truecar.com to make the car buying process more transparent and hassle free. Dealers rely on the information asymmetry to earn more money, they do not have the incentive to increase transparency. Nonna Y. Sorokina Assistant Professor of Finance in the Department of Finance at The College of New Jersey
What are the most common mistakes people make when shopping for a car? The most common mistake is an assumption that buying a used car vs a new car always saves money. People often underestimate the cost of maintenance and repairs, which is a non-issue for a new car on warranty. The difference in the interest rates of new and used car loans is also a big factor. In what circumstances is leasing a smarter option than buying? When one can fit into a lowest mileage option (such as 10K miles a year). Although, a smart approach is always to grab a calculator and compare. Generally, what percentage of take home pay should go to car payments? Car payment shall not be considered in isolation. A "safe" ratio of total payments on all debt to gross income is about 35% or less. However, some lenders think that for a borrower with a good credit the ratio may safely reach up to 50%. Lucy Ackert Professor of Economics, Finance, & Quantitative Analysis in the Coles College of Business at the Kennesaw State University
What are the most common mistakes people make when shopping for a car? I strongly recommend taking some time, upfront, to investigate the car desired. The Internet makes the process easy and efficient. A common mistake, particularly for younger buyers, is impatience. In all likelihood, the car will still be there tomorrow. There is no need to rush into a deal that is later regretted. Don't buy on impulse! I also recommend that buyers check out on-line dealers like Carvana and True Car. I was very glad I did the last time I bought a car. As a woman, I am leery of being taken advantage of by a salesperson. I also do not enjoy haggling over the price. The upfront pricing gave me more confidence that I was getting a fair price. In what circumstances is leasing a smarter option than buying? It is in a buyer's long-run interest to hold a car as long as possible. In such case, buying is better than leasing because the finance charges are typically lower. With that said, there are people who simply enjoy a nice, new car. While I do not recommend turning over cars quickly, I know that some people are willing to spend money for the experience. For those who are compelled to change cars often, leasing can be the better option. Depending on the terms of the contract, the monthly payment and down payment can be attractive. Beware, though, of penalties for ending the lease early or going over the contracted mileage. Generally, what percentage of take home pay should go to car payments? Car payments should take a maximum of 10% of take home pay. The average person has a lot to cover and must not forget to have a safety net of 3-6 months saved in case of a possible interruption in employment. With a mortgage payment of a maximum of 25% of take home pay, it would not be wise to spend too much on a car. These days people need to save for retirement and, if they have children, for college expenses. Plus, many are still paying off their own college loans. Janell D. Townsend Associate Professor of Marketing and International Business at Oakland University
On a scale of 1 (an emphatic no) to 10 (an emphatic yes), is this a good time of year to buy a car? 8 – Winter can be a great time to buy cars, as traffic tends to be lower in all retail environments when the weather is bad. Do you expect auto financing deals to improve/get worse/stay the same over the next 12 months? Interest rates are heading up, and we should expect to see increases in payments for both new and used cars over the next 12 months. What steps can buyers and dealers take to make the car buying process more transparent and hassle free? Buyers can utilize the vast array of online tools now available to consumers to search for the best interest rates, and the best prices. One strategy is to find the invoice price the dealer is paying to the manufacturer to calculate what the possible markup is for the price being offered. This gives the consumer a basis for negotiation. Also, there are websites where the current incentives being offered by manufacturers to dealers can be found; these incentives can often be passed through to consumers. What tips do you have for individuals with fair or poor credit who are looking for an auto loan? Be careful to compare rates. Always check with credit unions first, because they tend to have the best rates. What are some signs that you may be getting ripped off in the auto financing process? Lower Interest rates are often offered in lieu of rebates. It is important to check the difference in the true value between lower interest rate and a rebate. James Farrell Associate Professor of Finance and Economics at Florida Southern College
What are the most common mistakes people make when shopping for a car? One of the most common mistakes people make when shopping for a car is not getting pre-approved for financing from an outside lender. There are many potential sources of car loans and having a competitive rate walking into the dealership can greatly simplify the backend of the buying process. It is also beneficial to have a written offer for your trade-in from an outside party as well, for the same reason. In what circumstances is leasing a smarter option than buying? Leasing may be a better option than buying under many circumstances. One of the biggest factors is manufacturer/dealer motivation. There are times when lease deals are out of line with purchase deals. This can originate in the pricing after incentives, or the residual value built into the deal or a cut-rate interest rate. Additionally, if you are the type of driver that will want a new vehicle every 3 or 4 years, it very well be in your best interest to lease as it enables you to lock in your effective trade-in price the day you buy the car. Many potential buyers fear getting hit with mileage and condition charges when they turn in their lease, but purchasers face the same issues. Generally, what percentage of take home pay should go to car payments? Conventional theories say you should limit your car expenses, inclusive of car insurance, to roughly 15% of your take home pay. I would deviate from this a bit. I would argue that there should be a lower initial level, say 12% of your take home pay, but allow for individuals to add to that based on their preferences. If I was helping an individual with their budget, I would allocate a percentage to luxury or lifestyle expenses. This budget would then be reallocated based on what that individual enjoys in life. Some people would want a larger portion to go towards their home, others may want a larger travel budget, and some may want it to go towards their car. Dick Canada Senior Lecturer of Marketing and Founder & Faculty at the Center for Global Sales Leadership in the Kelley School of Business at Indiana University
What are the most common mistakes people make when shopping for a car? Perhaps the most common mistake that can be costly is that they negotiate through the salesperson rather than calling the GM directly and explaining to the GM that here is the color, model and accessories I want on my car and that I would like my car payments to be "X" for a "Y" period of time. (This assumes, of course, that the buyer has done their pricing homework). Another mistake is purchasing a car vs leasing a car and discovering after 12 to 24 months after purchase that you do not like the car because of unforeseen minor repairs and even grown old of the particular color, either external or internal. (Personally, I don't believe a person really can become that familiar with a car's indiscrepancies by test driving it for 5 miles.) In what circumstances is leasing a smarter option than buying? It seems to me that the advantages of leasing are two-fold: 1) Leasing permits you to drive a more expensive automobile in terms of monthly car payments (read cash flow) than if you purchased the automobile. 2) Leasing permits you to conveniently change cars every three years. However, the downside to both of these reasons that favor leasing is the money it costs the buyer in the long term compared to purchasing. For example, you lease a car for 36 months and pay $400 per month; you will have paid $14,400 over the 36 months without any money being returned to you when you trade it in for another leased auto. Not the case if you purchase the car, your $14,400 would be used for a trade-in or at least you would have an investment or an asset. Generally, what percentage of take home pay should go to car payments? If an automobile is your second largest purchase in your lifetime next to your home, one would think as a general rule yes, there are exceptions if you value a car more than a home or vacations the car payment should not exceed more than 10% of your gross income. For example, if your gross income is $40,000 per year, your car payments should not exceed $4,000 per year or $333.33 per month. Dennis F. Galletta Professor of Business Administration, Ben L. Fryrear Faculty Fellow and Director of the Katz Doctoral Program in the Katz Graduate School of Business at University of Pittsburgh
What are the most common mistakes people make when shopping for a car? I believe they do the following:
- Get emotionally involved with a particular car on the lot;
- Lock into one particular color;
- Express emotions to the car salesperson;
- Fail to do research;
- Only get one quote. (Note: In the last 4 car purchases with trade-in, 3 times I saved about $4,000 each. The other time we had to tow in the trade-in, but after the engine was disassembled, we faced a $2500 bill to reassemble without repairing it, and we therefore didn't have that opportunity. We tried to negotiate but they didn't budge at all. We were trapped.)
- Low mileage driving
- Used for business
- $3,000 net pay per month but $1,500 house payment: It would be hard to pay more than a hundred or two a month.
- $3,000 net pay per month but $500 house payment: I would try to keep it at about $500.
- $6,000 net pay per month with $1,500 house payment: I think $750 to $1,000 would work.
On a scale of 1 (an emphatic no) to 10 (an emphatic yes), is this a good time of year to buy a car? I would say 3. In general, if the main concern is getting a good price, this may not be the best time to pull the trigger in terms of a new car purchase. That is because some of the critical considerations for car dealers include reaching sales targets and unloading previous model year vehicles before the new models are introduced. On each of these dimensions, early months are not placing quite as much pressure on dealers to close deals, and therefore buyers’ ability to haggle may be more limited. However, the specifics of each year’s economic environment should also be taken into account. For example, the expectation that interest rates may rise during the upcoming months could be a strong incentive to make the move sooner rather than later. Do you expect auto financing deals to improve/get worse/stay the same over the next 12 months? It is difficult to make accurate predictions in today’s economic environment. Given that interest rates seem to be on the way up and that the current administration’s stated policies will likely cut taxes and hurt imports, there is a good chance auto financing deals will get worse in the next 12 months. What steps can buyers and dealers take to make the car buying process more transparent and hassle free? It is not apparent that dealers have a strong incentive to really make the car buying process more transparent. In fact, much of their profits come precisely from the opaque nature of the buying process, which employs large amounts of industry-specific jargon and financial wizardry that the average buyer is unable to comprehend. Consumers, on the other hand, often feel confident about their negotiating skills and assume that puts them in a position to grab great deals (such as purchasing at or below MSRP). That is akin to playing a lottery that, more often than not, they lose. The solution to the transparency problem (or, in academic terms, the asymmetric information advantage that dealers have over buyers) may be to agree on a set of standardized financial metrics that must be disclosed about each vehicle purchase contract in a manner that makes the transaction’s financial implications clear even for someone who is otherwise illiterate on the topic. This type of consumer protection was introduced in the financial products industry by the Credit Card Accountability Responsibility and Disclosure Act of 2009, with positive results for the average consumer. However, given the current administration's stated economic goals, the chance of having similar protections introduced in the car industry is virtually zero. With that in mind, it seems the only way for the process to be more transparent is for the buyers to make it so, by educating themselves at least to some extent in the specific financial aspects associated with a car purchase transaction. What are some signs that you may be getting ripped off in the auto financing process? Some of the classic signs have to do with burying relevant financial details within complex contracts that are difficult to understand, compounded by an unwillingness or inability to provide clear answers to questions such as “what is the total cost of this vehicle?” or “what are the exact fees being charged?” Another sign is framing the discussion in terms of “monthly payments that you can afford,” which is misleading since that number can be made to look appealing while changing other numbers such as the length of the contract and thus your total vehicle cost. Nelson Amaral Assistant Professor of Marketing in the Kogod School of Business at American University
What are the most common mistakes people make when shopping for a car? Nowadays, cars often run for 200,000 miles -- not 100,000 like they did 10 years ago. This is great news but it also means that buying a car can be a longer-term commitment than it used to be. As a result, people should:
- Take their time -- a big commitment and a long-term commitment deserves not to be rushed! Also, there’s so much information on the internet; people need to use that resource to learn as much as they can before they approach any dealers.
- Use their heads -- purchasing an automobile is already a very emotional experience. But, there’s a lot of money on the line and as I mentioned above it’s a long-term commitment. Be rational and don’t make any decisions on the spot. When you think you found the car you love, go home and cool off for a day before you make the decision. Also, go in knowing that the base model that’s advertised is usually very unattractive. You’ll need to budget 10 to 20% more than the advertised price to get a car that has the features you probably want. Finally, make sure that you test drive the car for as long as you need to get a good feel for it. Try to include highway driving because some cars act very differently at high speeds.
- Be smart with your money -- shop around for financing. There’s no reason to rely heavily on the dealership for your loan. It’s the easiest thing to do, but not always the best. Also, if you have a used car the easy route is to trade in. Rely on the advice provided above and don’t do the easy thing -- sell your car yourself. You can make the several thousands of dollars that the dealership needs to make instead of letting the dealership keep that money for themselves. Finally, research shows that people underweight sacrifices in the distant future. For car buyers this means that they focus too much on the monthly payment and not on the final price that will be paid over the term of the loan. Focus on the final price, not the monthly payments.
To conduct our analysis, we reviewed auto-financing offers from a sample of 155 lenders, including 27 “Community Banks” (<$1 billion in total deposit volume) and “Small Banks” ($1 billion to $10 billion in total deposit volume), 47 “Regional Banks” ($10 billion to $100 billion in total deposit volume), 10 “National Banks” (those with a national presence), 52 “Credit Unions” and 19 “Car Manufacturers.”
For comparison purposes, we used 36 months as the repayment term for both financing and lease programs.
For bank-originated loans, we applied the following assumptions:
- $20,000 Loan: New Cars
- $10,000 Loan: Used Cars
- 80 Percent Loan-to-Value Ratio
- Excellent Credit Score: 720+
In order to calculate the “Lease APR,” we used the following methodology:
- We calculated the difference between the price of the car at the beginning and end of the lease to represent the amount that someone “borrows” when he or she leases a car.
- We then multiplied the monthly payments with the term of the lease to obtain the total amount paid for that contract.
- Finally, we calculated the difference between the total amount of payments on the lease contract and the amount “borrowed” to represent the total amount of interest, in dollars, that was paid during that period.
We obtained car-manufacturer loan and lease data from manufacturer websites, where available, or contacted the manufacturer directly. We also applied the following assumptions:
- Excellent Credit Score: 720+
- Annual Expected Mileage for the Lease Program: 15,000
For each car manufacturer, we requested APR data from an AutoNews study published quarterly for the most popular model with the most basic equipment options available.
For the price of the car, we used the “Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price” (MSRP), minus any applicable dealer discount. Our sample of cars includes the following:
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Car Manufacturer |
Car Model Q3 2017 |
Price of the Car |
|---|---|---|
2017 Honda Accord Sedan LX |
$20,130 | |
2017 Toyota Camry SE FWD |
$23,200 | |
2017 Volkswagen Jetta Sedan SE Automatic |
$18,270 | |
2017 Chevrolet Cruze Sedan LT Automatic |
$21,500 | |
2017 BMW 3 Series - 320i Sedan |
$36,350 | |
2017 Nissan Altima 2.5 S |
$20,740 | |
2017 Hyundai Elantra SE Automatic |
$18,435 | |
2018 Kia Optima LX |
$23,585 | |
2017 Mazda3 Sport 4D Sedan |
$16,820 | |
2017 Acura ILX |
$22,605 | |
2017 Ford Fusion SE FWD |
$20,745 | |
2017 Audi A4 2.0 Manual Quattro |
$47,000 | |
2017 Infiniti Q50 3.0 |
$35,000 | |
2017 Mini Cooper Hardtop |
$21,110 | |
2017 Lexus ES 350 |
$33,875 | |
2017 Mercedes-Benz E300 |
$51,445 | |
2017 Jaguar XF 2.0D |
$47,964 | |
2017 Cadillac ATS Sedan |
$33,560 | |
2017 Volvo S60 |
$32,875 |
Car Manufacturer & Dealer TransparencyHow easy is the process of obtaining complete financing and lease information from car manufacturers and dealers? – Worth 10 Points Total
- When lease information is provided on the manufacturer/dealer’s website, how complete is the info? – Worth 5 Points Total
- Monthly Payment + Lease Term – 0 points
- Car Price – 1 point
- Down Payment – 1 point
- Residual Value – 3 points
- Does the manufacturer/dealer provide complete lease info on its website for any car combo a consumer may choose? – Worth 1 Point Total
- Yes - 1 point
- No - 0 points
- How prevalent is the lease information provided on the manufacturer/dealer’s website? – Worth 2 Points Total
- Complete info not provided – 0 points
- Complete info provided but in fine print or hard to find – 1 point
- Complete info provided and prevalent – 2 points
- Does the manufacturer/dealer provide complete lease info offline? - Worth 2 Points Total
- Both car manufacturers and dealers willing to provide complete info – 2 points
- Only car manufacturers willing to provide complete info – 1 point
- Only car dealers willing to provide complete info – 1 point
- Neither car manufacturers nor dealers willing to provide complete info – 0 points
Historical Data Car Loan APRs 2013-2017
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| National and Regional Banks - New Cars | 3.88% (-0.62%) | 3.83% (-7.66%) | 3.82% (-6.30%) | 3.81% (-11.36%) | 3.90% (-8.91%) | 4.15% (-3.20%) | 4.08% (-5.25%) | 4.29% (-0.76%) | 4.28% (-1.45%) | 4.29% (-2.44%) | 4.31% (-3.20%) | 4.33% (-2.55%) | 4.34% (-3.74%) | 4.39% (-5.26%) | 4.45% (-7.87%) |
| National and Regional Banks - Used Cars | 4.58% (0.81%) | 4.53% (-4.27%) | 4.53% (-5.79%) | 4.50% (-10.84%) | 4.54% (-8.76%) | 4.73% (-4.73%) | 4.81% (-6.14%) | 5.05% (1.47%) | 4.98% (-0.98%) | 4.96% (-1.30%) | 5.12% (-1.16%) | 4.98% (-2.04%) | 5.02% (-2.84%) | 5.03% (-4.65%) | 5.18% (-5.90%) |
| Credit Unions – New Cars | 2.41% (9.18%) | 2.30% (4.56%) | 2.17% (0.29%) | 2.20% (1.06%) | 2.21% (-7.43%) | 2.20% (-8.62%) | 2.16% (-11.40%) | 2.18% (-11.97%) | 2.39% (-3.58%) | 2.41% (-4.24%) | 2.44% (9.25%) | 2.47% (N/A) | 2.48% (N/A) | 2.51% (N/A) | 2.24% (N/A) |
| Credit Union – Used Cars | 2.68% (7.55%) | 2.59% (3.74%) | 2.45% (-0.42%) | 2.46% (0.32%) | 2.49% (-6.32%) | 2.49% (-6.96%) | 2.46% (-15.79%) | 2.45% (-16.85%) | 2.66% (-10.38%) | 2.68% (-9.94%) | 2.93% (15.35%) | 2.95% (N/A) | 2.96% (N/A) | 2.98% (N/A) | 2.54% (N/A) |
| Community and Small Banks – New Cars | 4.14% (-2.02%) | 4.21% (-3.24%) | 4.21% (1.96%) | 4.20% (-3.17%) | 4.22% (13.82%) | 4.35% (14.42%) | 4.13% (4.41%) | 4.34% (9.64%) | 3.71% (-7.27%) | 3.80% (-4.82%) | 3.96% (-12.14%) | 3.96% (N/A) | 4.00% (N/A) | 4.00% (N/A) | 4.50% (N/A) |
| Community and Small Banks – Used Cars | 5.18% (-3.45%) | 5.23% (-1.86%) | 5.23% (1.17%) | 5.36% (1.19%) | 5.36% (17.93%) | 5.33% (18.18%) | 5.17% (5.61%) | 5.30% (8.71%) | 4.55% (-7.48%) | 4.51% (-6.86%) | 4.90% (-2.21%) | 4.88% (N/A) | 4.92% (N/A) | 4.84% (N/A) | 5.01% (N/A) |
| Car Manufacturers – New Car Financing | 2.01% (4.15%) | 1.77% (-19.18%) | 1.14% (-42.71%) | 1.45% (19.83%) | 1.93% (21.87%) | 2.19% (4.78%) | 1.99% (N/A) | 1.21% (N/A) | 1.58% (N/A) | 2.09% (N/A) | 1.92% (-21.89%) | N/A (N/A) | N/A (N/A) | N/A (N/A) | 2.46% (N/A) |
| Car Manufacturers – Leasing | 5.54% (12.15%) | 4.38% (-1.13%) | 4.58% (-3.78%) | 4.58% (-8.40%) | 4.94% (0.43%) | 4.43% (-10.14%) | 4.76% (N/A) | 5.00% (N/A) | 4.92% (N/A) | 4.93% (N/A) | 5.73% (31.84%) | N/A (N/A) | N/A (N/A) | N/A (N/A) | 4.35% (N/A) |
Note: Above data is based on a 36-month term.
Historical Financing Offers by Car Manufacturer|
Car Manufacturer |
Financing APR Q2 2017 |
Lease APR (inferred interest rate) Q2 2017 |
Financing APR Q1 2017 |
Lease APR (inferred interest rate) Q1 2017 |
Financing APR Q4 2016 |
Lease APR (inferred interest rate) Q4 2016 |
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Financing APR Q2 2016 |
Lease APR (inferred interest rate) Q2 2016 |
Financing APR Q1 2016 |
Lease APR (inferred interest rate) Q1 2016 |
Financing APR Q4 2015 |
Lease APR (inferred interest rate) Q4 2015 |
Financing APR Q3 2015 |
Lease APR (inferred interest rate) Q3 2015 |
Financing APR Q2 2015 |
Lease APR (inferred interest rate) Q2 2015 |
Financing APR Q1 2015 |
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Financing APR Q4 2014 |
Lease APR (inferred interest rate) Q4 2014 |
Financing APR Q4 2013 |
Lease APR (inferred interest rate) Q4 2013 |
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| Nissan | N/A | N/A | 2.81% | 4.54% | N/A | N/A | 0.00% | 2.54% | 0.00% | 5.09% | 0.90% | 4.53% | 2.99% | 4.18% | 0.00% | 3.06% | 0.00% | 4.57% | 0.00% | 0.94% | 0.00% | 4.74% | 0.00% | 2.04% |
| Toyota | 0.00% | 3.45% | 0.00% | 3.30% | 0.00% | 4.10% | 0.00% | 2.97% | 0.00% | 2.35% | 2.99% | 1.94% | 0.00% | 5.78% | 0.00% | 3.29% | 0.00% | 2.87% | 0.00% | 4.39% | 1.90% | 5.66% | 3.38% | 4.42% |
| Mazda | N/A | N/A | 0.00% | 2.31% | 0.00% | 4.84% | 2.69% | 4.86% | 0.00% | 6.19% | 1.99% | 5.76% | 3.99% | 5.15% | 0.90% | 2.86% | 3.99% | 9.21% | 2.24% | 5.75% | 0.90% | 6.36% | 0.90% | 3.23% |
| Honda | 0.90% | 6.19% | 0.90% | 2.66% | 0.90% | 3.89% | 1.99% | 3.13% | 0.90% | 3.56% | 0.90% | 6.40% | 0.90% | 2.83% | 0.90% | 3.36% | 0.90% | 4.77% | 0.90% | 5.67% | 0.90% | 3.67% | 0.90% | 6.25% |
| Chrysler | N/A | N/A | 0.00% | 2.27% | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.90% | 3.41% | 1.90% | 9.15% | 0.00% | 4.55% | 1.98% | 8.28% | 3.64% | 4.80% |
| Lexus | N/A | N/A | 1.90% | 4.18% | N/A | N/A | 0.90% | 5.85% | 1.90% | 4.05% | 2.90% | 5.26% | 2.90% | 3.92% | 0.90% | 3.68% | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | 2.90% | 2.17% |
| Volvo | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | 1.99% | 2.70% | N/A | N/A | 2.69% | 1.94% | 1.69% | 2.65% | 1.90% | 2.57% | 1.90% | 7.23% | N/A | N/A |
| Kia | N/A | N/A | 0.00% | 5.21% | 0.00% | 5.39% | 2.00% | 3.65% | 1.90% | 6.99% | 2.99% | 2.70% | N/A | N/A | 0.00% | 4.83% | 0.00% | 7.54% | 1.90% | 4.36% | 0.00% | 5.27% | 0.90% | 6.01% |
| Ford | 3.50% | 3.46% | 0.00% | 5.81% | 0.00% | 6.47% | 0.00% | 3.10% | 0.00% | 3.44% | 2.90% | 5.00% | N/A | N/A | 0.00% | 5.02% | 0.00% | 2.81% | 5.90% | 6.95% | 3.94% | 4.71% | 4.90% | 2.38% |
| BMW | 3.59% | 5.03% | 2.91% | 5.14% | 2.99% | 5.18% | 0.90% | 3.16% | 2.97% | 3.72% | 2.92% | 4.97% | 2.92% | 5.98% | 0.90% | 4.42% | 0.90% | 3.35% | 3.12% | 6.67% | 3.12% | 2.26% | 2.99% | 4.67% |
| Volkswagen | N/A | N/A | 2.90% | 3.66% | 2.90% | 3.52% | 1.99% | 3.59% | 1.90% | 3.34% | 2.90% | 3.23% | 1.90% | 5.02% | 0.00% | 5.42% | 0.00% | 3.89% | 2.90% | 3.97% | 2.90% | 5.68% | 3.90% | 2.51% |
| Infiniti | 0.90% | 5.62% | 2.99% | 5.72% | 2.99% | 4.69% | 0.99% | 4.23% | 1.90% | 3.62% | 1.90% | 4.81% | N/A | N/A | 1.99% | 3.84% | 1.90% | 4.14% | 2.90% | 2.87% | 2.49% | 4.68% | 2.99% | 5.64% |
| Audi | 3.40% | 4.87% | 2.90% | 4.08% | N/A | N/A | 1.99% | 4.11% | 2.90% | 6.94% | 3.90% | 5.83% | 2.90% | 3.88% | 2.90% | 3.34% | 2.90% | 2.73% | 2.29% | 5.23% | 2.90% | 6.41% | 1.90% | 4.34% |
| Chevrolet | N/A | N/A | 3.99% | 2.66% | N/A | N/A | 2.90% | 4.68% | 2.90% | 2.71% | 1.99% | 1.91% | 1.99% | 6.97% | 1.99% | 5.03% | 2.99% | 5.28% | 2.90% | 3.27% | 1.90% | 1.32% | 2.90% | 1.15% |
| Subaru | N/A | N/A | 0.00% | 3.55% | 0.00% | 7.30% | 0.00% | 6.76% | 1.49% | 8.35% | 1.49% | 6.59% | 1.49% | 3.92% | 1.90% | 5.23% | 1.49% | 3.81% | 1.49% | 4.37% | 2.99% | 8.01% | 0.00% | 2.50% |
| Buick | N/A | N/A | 5.90% | 4.43% | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | 1.99% | 5.02% | 2.90% | 3.88% | N/A | N/A | 0.00% | 7.26% | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | 1.85% | 4.13% | 1.90% | 3.49% |
| Mercedes | 2.99% | 6.29% | 3.99% | 7.21% | 1.99% | 3.01% | 2.99% | 4.81% | 2.69% | 3.46% | 2.99% | 4.23% | N/A | N/A | 3.49% | 4.32% | N/A | N/A | 2.99% | 8.11% | 2.99% | 9.28% | 3.90% | 5.43% |
| Mini | N/A | N/A | 2.40% | 6.52% | N/A | N/A | 0.00% | 7.82% | 3.44% | 6.19% | 0.90% | 6.84% | N/A | N/A | 1.49% | 6.83% | 1.90% | 6.60% | 0.90% | 4.27% | 1.90% | 7.89% | N/A | N/A |
| Cadillac | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.00% | 3.17% | N/A | N/A | 1.90% | 4.17% | 1.90% | 3.81% | 1.88% | 6.65% | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Hyundai | N/A | N/A | 0.00% | 2.55% | 0.00% | 2.80% | 0.00% | 3.03% | 1.90% | 5.39% | 2.99% | 4.18% | N/A | N/A | 1.90% | 7.24% | 2.59% | 3.62% | 2.90% | 7.42% | 2.90% | 6.37% | 0.00% | 4.73% |
| Dodge | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | 2.90% | 10.02% | 3.90% | 9.24% | 0.00% | 5.99% | 0.00% | 5.68% | 0.00% | 10.41% | 0.00% | 10.86% | 1.90% | 7.74% | 1.99% | 10.64% | 3.90% | 6.78% |
| Acura | 0.90% | 6.19% | 0.90% | 4.68% | 1.90% | 3.82% | 1.99% | 5.32% | 1.90% | 4.28% | 1.90% | 4.06% | N/A | N/A | 1.90% | 8.52% | 1.90% | 3.84% | 0.90% | 3.20% | 0.90% | 4.53% | 0.90% | 5.08% |
| Mitsubishi | N/A | N/A | 2.49% | 3.84% | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | 2.99% | 3.50% | N/A | N/A | 0.00% | 3.31% | N/A | N/A |
| Jaguar | 1.90% | 8.73% | 1.90% | 3.12% | N/A | N/A | 1.90% | 3.06% | 1.99% | 2.00% | 1.90% | 2.57% | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | 2.90% | 6.87% | 1.90% | 5.14% | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Fiat | N/A | N/A | 0.00% | 9.01% | N/A | N/A | 3.90% | 7.53% | 3.90% | 5.73% | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | 3.90% | 3.12% | 3.90% | 6.05% | N/A | N/A | 4.90% | 6.08% |
| Scion | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | 1.90% | 3.35% | 1.90% | 6.94% | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | 3.95% | 7.59% |
| Average | 2.01% | 5.54% | 1.77% | 4.38% | 1.14% | 4.58% | 1.45% | 4.58% | 1.93% | 4.94% | 2.19% | 4.43% | 1.99% | 4.76% | 1.21% | 5.00% | 1.58% | 4.92% | 2.09% | 4.93% | 1.92% | 5.73% | 2.46% | 4.35% |
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mazda | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Infiniti | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Mini | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| BMW | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 3 |
| Acura | 5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 3 |
| Jaguar | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | 6 | 6 | N/A |
| Honda | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Volkswagen | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Kia | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Toyota | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Nissan | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Ford | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Dodge | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Audi | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Volvo | 3 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Fiat | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | 3 | 3 | N/A |
| Mitsubishi | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | 3 | N/A | 3 |
| Cadillac | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 3 | N/A | N/A |
| Chevrolet | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 |
| Chrysler | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 3 |
| Hyundai | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Subaru | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
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