If you’re looking to get a car finance quote, there are a number of factors to consider. Firstly, you’ll want to consider what kind of car finance deal you want, as there are a number of different types.

The most popular options tend to be hire purchase (HP), personal contract plans (PCP) and personal contract hire (PCH). The right kind of car finance for you will depend on variables such as whether or not you want to own the car at the close of the term, as well as the kind of repayment terms that you need. Another major factor to consider is how many years a car loan term lasts.

How many years in a car loan term?

Car finance is becoming an increasingly popular way to purchase a vehicle. As an accessible, affordable way of paying off a car, car finance allows you to remain in control of your budget and know what you owe when. So, exactly how many years are in a car loan term?

According to Experian, the average length of a car loan for new vehicles has increased to 72 months, with the average length of a car loan for used vehicles growing similarly to 65 months. This marks a significant increase from the standard car loan periods, which usually consist of agreements of 24, 48 or 60 months.

The appeal of longer car loan terms tends to be the fact that monthly repayments will be lower. However, you’ll be making more of them, and you’ll therefore be paying more in interest, so it’s worth considering if a longer car finance term really is beneficial for you in the long run.

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If you’re looking for car finance, contact My Car Credit on enquiries@mycarcredit.co.uk, We’ll assist you in establishing your car finance needs, including the length of the loan agreement, and help you to find a deal that matches your unique circumstances, even with a poor credit score.

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