The average U.S. car loan term stretches to nearly 70 months, increasing total interest costs.

The average car loan term in the U.S. is now nearly 70 months, with new cars averaging 68.48 months and used cars at 67.41 months, according to Experian. While longer loans offer lower monthly payments, they result in higher total interest costs. Over 69% of new and used car loans now have terms of 61 months or more, though loans lasting 73 months or longer have slightly decreased.

November 18, 2024
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